Mixed Movement Practice

The Movement Creative kicks off the summer with calisthenics, capoeira, and yoga flow. All abilities welcome!

Calisthenics with Rob Hued
This session will focus on using one’s body weight to assess pushups, pull ups, and burpees. We will speak to the importance of moving the body in these “basic” moves, while connecting the breath with movement. Stretch work beforehand will allow us to release our shoulders and back.

Intro to Capoeira Session with Isabela Reis (Dandara)
This session invites athletes to explore a movement practice that blends martial arts, rhythm, creativity, and flow. Capoeira emphasizes ground movement, inverted positions, spatial awareness, and improvisation. We will cover the foundations of Capoeira movement, including the ginga or fundamental step, evasions, playful exchanges, and elements of rhythm and music that shape the game. No experience is necessary—just curiosity, openness to move, and a willingness to play. https://www.capoeiraguatambu.org/

Yoga Flow: Find Balance in Motion with Nikki DeCarlo
We’ll start with a juicy flow to wake up ankles, hips, and core. Expect smooth transitions, building heat, and intentional prep that makes balancing feel accessible. From there, we’ll shift into standing balance play to learn body control, coordination, and awareness. All levels welcome. Come curious. Leave steadier, stronger, and more in-tune with your body. (BYO props (blocks & straps) to help you find alignment, build confidence, and explore your edge without bailing out.)

Summer on the Hudson events are free and open to the public. Seating is limited, unreserved, and available on a first-come, first-served basis. If there is heavy rain at the time of the event, the event will be canceled. For weather updates, check nyc.gov/parks/soh 2 hours before the event.