National Museum of the Great Lakes Announces Return of Wellness by the Boat Free Outdoor Fitness Series

The National Museum of the Great Lakes is excited to announce the return of its popular Wellness by the Boat series for 2026. This year, the program is free to the public thanks to co-presenting sponsors UToledo Health and Dr. Mary R. Smith, making it more accessible than ever for the community to enjoy outdoor fitness along the Maumee River.

Held on select Saturdays from May through September at 10 a.m., Wellness by the Boat invites participants of all skill levels to experience Yoga with Parting Clouds Yoga, Strength Training with KickSpark Wholebody Wellness, and Tai Chi with UToledo Health in the museum’s scenic Cliffs Great Lakes Maritime Park.

“We’re always looking for ways to activate our campus and connect people to the water in meaningful ways,” said Sara Smith of the National Museum of the Great Lakes. “Wellness by the Boat is a perfect example of that, bringing people together through outdoor fitness while taking in the beauty of the riverfront. We’re especially excited to be able to offer these classes for free this year, thanks to the support of UToledo Health and Dr. Mary R. Smith.”

Participants are encouraged to bring a yoga mat and water bottle, though a limited number of mats will be available on-site. Registration is required for each class.

To view the full schedule and register, visit www.nmgl.org/events.