Working out by the ocean beats a gym any day, and this free Cardio Punch class sets up right on the Rockaway boardwalk: a boxing-inspired, full-body cardio session with the surf as your backdrop. It's open to all levels and costs nothing, making it an easy add-on to a beach day. If you're heading to the Rockaways and want to start with a sweat and some salt air, bring water and join the class on the boardwalk.
What to expect
Expect an instructor-led, boxing-style cardio workout on the boardwalk, scalable for mixed fitness levels, in a drop-in format. Bring water, sunscreen and a towel, and wear sneakers; it's outdoors in the sun by the beach.
Good to know
- Take the A to Broad Channel, then the Rockaway shuttle toward Beach 60th St
- Free and drop-in; bring water and sneakers
- Wear sunscreen and bring a towel for the beach after
- Best earlier before the midday heat
- All fitness levels welcome
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Common questions
Is it free?
Yes, it's a free outdoor fitness class on the Rockaway boardwalk.
Do I need experience?
No, the class is scalable for all levels; just bring water and wear sneakers.

