{"id":306753,"date":"2026-07-27T17:10:51","date_gmt":"2026-07-27T17:10:51","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-ny\/306753\/"},"modified":"2026-07-27T17:10:51","modified_gmt":"2026-07-27T17:10:51","slug":"elmcor-hosts-fitness-and-wellness-block-party-qns","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-ny\/306753\/","title":{"rendered":"Elmcor hosts Fitness and Wellness Block Party \u2013 QNS"},"content":{"rendered":"

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Several community members gathered for the activities and services offered at the Elmcor Youth and Adult Activities Fitness and Wellness Block Party.<\/p>\n

Photo by Ramy Mahmoud<\/p>\n

\t\t Search our comprehensive guide to things to do in Queens<\/a> for more local events \u2014 or submit your own<\/a>!<\/p>\n

Elmcor Youth and Adult Activities<\/a> hosted its Fitness and Wellness Block Party on Saturday, July 25, along 107th Street in Corona<\/a>.<\/p>\n

This free event celebrated healthy living, community connection and access to wellness resources for Queens residents.
\n\"\"<\/a>Photo by Ramy Mahmoud
\n\"\"<\/a>Photo by Ramy Mahmoud
\n\"\"<\/a>Photo by Ramy Mahmoud\n<\/p>\n

Attendees had the opportunity to take part in fitness demonstrations and youth activities, learn about health resources and gain hands-on experiences designed to encourage healthy lifestyles and strengthen the well-being of the community.<\/p>\n

\"\"<\/a>Photo by Ramy Mahmoud
\n\"\"<\/a>Photo by Ramy Mahmoud<\/p>\n

The Fitness and Wellness Block Party reflects Elmcor\u2019s ongoing commitment to promote healthier communities through accessible and culturally responsive programming. Fitness, mental wellness, nutrition and community resources were brought together for this free event to empower residents with the tools and connections necessary to support lifelong health and well-being.<\/p>\n

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Those on hand for the Fitness and Wellness Block Party were able to participate in high-intensity interval training workouts, boxing demonstrations, dance, fitness, yoga, meditation, stretching, challenges related to basketball and soccer, tennis activities, obstacle courses, a 40-yard dash, nutrition demonstrations, self-care and creative wellness activities and gardening experiences. There was also a dedicated Kids Wellness Zone that featured fitness activities, dance and healthy snack creation.<\/p>\n

\"\"<\/a>Boxing demonstrations were among the various activities available. Photo by Ramy Mahmoud<\/p>\n

A Resource Row was present at the event. Information and services were offered there by community organizations, healthcare providers, civic partners and public agencies.<\/p>\n

\"\"<\/a>Numerous resource tables were on hand. Photo by Ramy Mahmoud<\/p>\n

Attendees were able to complete Wellness Passports by visiting activity stations. In addition to winning prizes, those who completed the Wellness Passports also benefited by being connected to local organizations.<\/p>\n

\u201c[The Fitness and Wellness Block Party]\u00a0gives an opportunity on a beautiful day in Queens for all of these organizations and agencies to come together and have one place where the community can come, enjoy, get resources, dance a little bit to music and just have a great time while they\u2019re getting what access to care that they may need,\u201d Elmcor Youth and Adult Activities Vice President of Youth Services Leyla Bermudez said.<\/p>\n

\"\"<\/a>There was a live DJ. Photo by Ramy Mahmoud
\n\"\"<\/a>Photo by Ramy Mahmoud
\n\"\"<\/a>Photo by Ramy Mahmoud
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