Programs & Events
Healthy New Albany offers a wide variety of classes, community programs, and events – all about enjoying life while improving health! Our programs are open to everyone (no residency or membership restrictions).
See the list of active programs below and follow each link to register through RecDesk, our online registration system.
If you have questions about our programs or registration check out our FAQ page or email programs@healthynewalbany.org.
Program Contents
Nourish Programs
Adult Nourish classes
Hands-on classes with delicious recipes!
Instructor: Sharon Dunn
Location: Philip Heit Center – Demo Kitchen
Fee: $65
Nourish Jr. – Sushi Rollers
Learn the basics of rolling, seasoning, and creating vibrant sushi rolls. Unleash your creativity with colorful ingredients and discover the joy of making your own sushi creations. Get ready for a tasty journey that’s as fun as it is flavorful!
Instructor: Sharon Dunn
Location: Philip Heit Center – Demo Kitchen
Fee: $45
Ages: 11-22-years-old
Nourish Jr. – Mini-Camp: Cooking 101
Learn fundamental cooking skills in a fun, immersive environment!! This 4-session mini-camp is for students ages 11+ who are excited to get hands-on in the kitchen!
Instructor: Sharon Dunn
Location: Philip Heit Center – Demo Kitchen
Fee: $195 for 4-week series
Ages: 11-17-years-old
Nature Programs
Summer Family Adventures
Hands on opportunities for families to explore and discover nature’s wonders.
Locations, fees, and ages vary.
- June 27 – Backyard Campfire Cooking with the Kids
- July 18 – Creek Crawl
- August 13 – Bug Fest
Adult Classes
Locations and fees vary.
Knowledge Programs
Community Health Talks
Join us for a series of Community Health Talks that will cover health and wellness topics from local experts.
Location: Philip Heit Center
Free to attend.
- May 28 – Question, Persuade, and Refer Training
- June 13 – Nourishing Your Gut: The Key to Overall Wellness
- July 10 – Managing Inflammation through Nutrition
- August 29 – Staying Safe in a Digital World
Father Daughter Workshop
Join Ruling Our eXperiences (ROX) for a fun and empowering workshop for dads and their girls, grades 4-5. At this workshop, you will start in your peer groups – with girls getting to discuss how to find their voice and dads learning simple strategies for communicating with their girls. Then, together, you will get a safe archery lesson and target practice from the Ohio Division of Wildlife.
Date: August 17
Location: Philip Heit Center
Ages: Rising 4th-5th graders
Fee: $65/pair
Music Together
These fun family classes include songs, rhythmic chants, movement, instrument play, and of course lots of fun – developmentally appropriate for children and easy for parents and caregivers.
Schedule: Tuesday mornings, times vary
Instructor: Nicole White
Location: Philip Heit Center
Ages: Infant – 5-years-old
Movement Programs
Lift Like a Girl: Summer Fit Camp
Girls will learn techniques for building strength, conditioning, and increasing mobility. We will also spend some time in the kitchen learning about nutrition preparing a healthy recipe together.
Instructor: Beth Morrison
Ages: Rising 5th – 10th Grades
Location: Philip Heit Center
Dates vary – see website
Fee: $40/session
It’s a Dance Party: Zumba, Hip-Hop, & Choreo
Join our dance party! This class is about expression and fun, no matter your skill level. The format will be 20 minutes of Hip-Hop, 20 minutes of Zumba, and 20 minutes of learning choreography to make you feel like you are part of a music video.
Dates: June 1, June 8 , June 29, July 6
Instructors: Jennifer & Ryan Barksdale, and Pamela Conn
Location: Hinson Amphitheater
Fee: $30 for 2-class session
Foundations for Full Body Fitness
The course will serve as an introduction to full body exercises using scientifically proven, effective approaches. We have a phased approach focusing on stability, flexibility, core, strength and muscle development.
Dates: July 22, July 29, August 5
Instructor: GYMGUYZ
Location: Philip Heit Center
Fee: $35 for 3-week series
Outdoor Tai Chi
This program combines traditional Tai Chi Form patterns with basic foundational techniques and incorporates movements from Qi Gong, all while moving at a gentle and slow pace. Each session takes place at a different outdoor location in New Albany!
Schedule: Wednesdays 10:30 – 11:30 am; Dates vary (see website)
Instructor: Christopher Jansen
Fee: $12/class
Location varies.
Fitness as a Family
Fitness as a Family is a program designed to promote health and wellness among families through fun and engaging physical activities. Our program focuses on creating a supportive and inclusive environment where families can bond, stay active, and develop healthy habits together.
Location: Marx Library Garden
Instructor: GYMGUYZ
Free to attend
Mindful Movement Programs
Mindful Movement Programs
Join us for multiple series that inspire movement, relaxation, and mindfulness.
Instructor: Lori Bower
Locations and Fees Vary
- CARE – Compassionate Addiction Recovery Experience | 1/4/2024 – 8/15/2024
- Outdoor Chair Yoga (June) | 6/4/2024 – 6/25/2024
- Outdoor Chair Yoga (July) | 7/9/2024 – 7/30/2024
- Outdoor Chair Yoga (August) | 8/6/2024 – 8/27/2024
- Restorative Meditation | June 3
- Restorative Meditation | July 22
- Restorative Meditation | August 12
- Summer of Zen – UZIT & Crystal Singing Bowls | June 11
- Summer of Zen – UZIT & Acupuncture | July 9
- Summer of Zen – UZIT in Nature | August 6
- Yoga in the Park (June) | 6/3/2024 – 6/24/2024
- Yoga in the Park (July) | 7/8/2024 – 7/29/2024
- Yoga in the Park (August) | 8/5/2024 – 8/26/2024