2026 Community Fitness Challenge

There’s No Place Like Community

Join us for a 12-week fitness journey designed to motivate, inspire, and bring our community together — all while supporting improvements to our Sauna.

The Challenge

Complete 2,100 minutes of movement over 12 weeks and follow the Wizard of Oz–themed path through three fun, four-week sessions. Whether you’re just getting started or already active, this challenge is designed for all fitness levels.

Choose Your Adventure

• $30 – All 3 sessions
• $15 – One session at a time

How It Works

• Track your exercise minutes using your Apple Watch, Fitbit, WHOOP, or other activity tracker through the STRIVE app.
• No tracker? No problem — your minutes will be tracked through CPF check-ins.
• Participate on your own schedule using group fitness classes, cardio, strength equipment, or your favorite workouts.

The Time Breakdown

• 2,100 minutes total
• About 175 minutes per week (just under 3 hours)

Session Themes

Each four-week session focuses on a different part of your fitness journey:

🧠 Knowledge

Jan 26 – Feb 22, 2026
Build strong habits with goal setting and strategies for success.

❤️ Heart

Feb 23 – Mar 22, 2026
Stay committed, focus on heart health, and push through the midpoint.

🦁 Courage

Mar 23 – Apr 19, 2026
Finish strong, overcome obstacles, and carry your progress beyond the challenge.

Weekly Challenges & Fun

• Complete main and mini challenges each week to earn yellow bricks and help build our Yellow Brick Road throughout the facility.
• Enjoy themed classes, motivating activities, and community encouragement along the way.
• New challenges are released weekly to keep things fresh and exciting.

Rewards & Prizes

• Limited-edition CPF T-shirt for completing all 12 weeks
• Guest pass for each session completed
• Session prizes for top participants
• Grand prize for the overall top finisher

Registration Dates

• All Sessions or Session 1: Jan 12 – Jan 25
• Session 2 Only: Feb 9 – Feb 22
• Session 3 Only: Mar 9 – Mar 22

All registrations are non-refundable.

 

Our saunas need to be replaced, and we’re counting on your support! This Giving Tuesday, you can help us create a safer, more comfortable, and effective wellness space for all members.

Donations are tax-deductible. You can contribute online or by check:

• Online
• Check: Payable to The Community Park District

Every gift brings us closer to replacing the saunas and improving wellness for our community.

Donate Today and help us Turn Up the Heat!