September is National Self-Care Awareness Month, a great opportunity to try new self-care techniques. South Suburban offers places and programs that can help you improve your health and wellbeing!

Numerous studies have shown the benefits, both physical and mental, of parks and recreation services and spaces. Regular physical activity, whether it’s in your favorite weekly class at a recreation center or exploring a new trail on your bike, improves cardiovascular health, promotes healthy weight, and much more. Spending time in nature has been shown to decrease the impacts of depression, stress and anxiety while nurturing a connection to the environment around us.

If you’re not already taking time to show yourself some love, there's no better time to start than now! Here are some recommendations on how you can work on filling your cup at South Suburban:

• Try a new fitness class! Whether you want to relax in Restorative Yoga or sweat in a Power Hour or Zumba class, there's something for everyone at the drop-in fitness classes offered at our recreation centers at no additional cost besides daily admission.
• Take a breather out in nature at South Platte Park, The Hudson Gardens & Event Center, or any of our parks and trails! 🌲 Venture outside and surround yourself with natural beauty or sign up to try something new in a nature program like a Sound Bath, a Wildlife Watching excursion, or one of the Full Moon Walks on Sept. 17.
• Let your creativity flow in one of the many art classes offered across the District. Create beautiful pieces in Stained Glass or Watercolor classes, learn how to cook healthier meals in Cooking & Nutrition classes, or dedicate time to writing in a Writers Workshop.