Welcome to Sport im Park – an activity you won’t want to miss when in Düsseldorf! Sport im Park is Düsseldorf’s community-driven, free outdoor sports classes which you can find being hosted all over the city!
✅ It’s free to participate
✅ There’s no registration required
✅ For those with or without disabilities
✅ Classes are hosted in parks all over the city
✅ They offer a downloadable schedule to keep you up-to-date (click here for the summer 2024 season)
While Düsseldorf certainly has no lack of gyms or yoga studios around the city, Sport im Park is a unique and exciting way for locals and visitors to stay active, get outdoors, meet new people, and enjoy the beauty of Düsseldorf’s green spaces. 🍃
What is Sport im Park?
Sport im Park is a community-driven program designed to promote physical activity and well-being among people of all ages and fitness levels. From spring to autumn, the city transforms its parks into open-air gyms, offering a wide range of free exercise classes which are hosted by volunteers who often have their own sports clubs or classes too.
These sessions are led by professional trainers and are suitable for beginners and fitness enthusiasts alike.
Can anyone participate? What if I’m just visiting?
Yes! Taking part in a Sport im Park class is completely free and requires absolutely no registration. That means even if you’re just here in Düsseldorf for the day or you’re on your way home from work and spot a class in the nearby park, come join them!
Sport im Park is an inclusive way to bring the entire community together and is for…
💛 Young or old
💛 Local or tourist
💛 Athletic or totally out of shape
💛 Disability or not
What types of workouts do they offer?
One of the best parts about the Sport im Park initiative is the diverse range of classes available. Whether you’re interested in yoga, intensive training, Zumba, or even Qi Gong, there’s something for everyone.
Here are some of the popular classes you can join:
- Functional Training
- Yoga Fitness
- Zumba
- Intensive Training
- Back and Flexibility Training
- Cardio Dancing
- Qi Gong
Where are the classes taking place?
Sport im Park sessions are held in various parks across Düsseldorf, check out the locations in your area below.
- Düsseldorf Central – Hofgarten, Volksgarten, Sternwartpark, Ulenbergpark, Berty-Albrecht-Park, Rheinpark Golzheim, Stadtwerkepark, Rheinpark Bilk
- Düsseldorf North – Lantz‘scher Park, Einbrunger Weg, Zoopark
- Düsseldorf South – Schlosspark Benrath, Elbroichpark, Bewegungspark Garath, Nachbarschaftsgarten Wersten, Schlosspark Eller, Ernst-Lemmer Straße
- Düsseldorf East – Ostpark, Dreherpark, Tannehofweg, Hanielpark
- Düsseldorf – Oberkassel/Heerdt – Rheinpark Heerdt, San-Remo-Straße
For the exact locations, you can check out the map here.
The classes are scheduled at different times throughout the week, making it easy to find a session that fits your schedule. The program typically runs from May to September, with some activities continuing into October, weather permitting. Make sure to stay updated as the schedules change based on the season.
How can I sign up?
Getting started with Sport im Park is easy. There’s no need to register in advance or pay any fees. Simply check the schedule online, find a class that interests you, and show up at the designated park.
Be sure to arrive a few minutes early to meet the instructor and get settled in.
What do I need to bring/prepare?
To make the most of your Sport im Park experience, make sure to consider the following tips:
✅ Stay Hydrated: Bring a water bottle to stay hydrated, especially during the warmer months.
✅ Bring a Mat: A towel, a yoga mat, a sports pad, anything will do! You don’t need one, but it might make your workout a little more comfortable.
✅ Dress Comfortably: Wear comfortable, weather-appropriate clothing and suitable footwear for the class (sneakers, barefoot, whatever floats your boat)
✅ Bring a Friend: Sharing the experience with a friend can make it even more fun and even more motivating for you!
✅ Arrive Early: Arriving a bit early gives you time to find the group, introduce yourself to the instructor, and get ready for the session.
NOTE: You’re not the only one who is going to love Sport im Park! This is an open community event which means while you may have a small group of other community members attending during a cloudy day, some of the more central locations on a sunny day can bring in crowds in the hundreds! Make sure to come early if you want to get a good spot! 🕥
