02.15.2024

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👟 Get fit with FIP

Enjoy free fitness classes in San Antonio

A little aqua zumba to cancel out la docena de tamales. | Photo by SA Parks and Rec

If you’re like us, you probably made some fitness goals you’d like to achieve in 2024. Good news — you don’t have to get that gym membership just yet. Today, we want to share some ways you can get active without having to shell out extra cash for a gym or personal trainer.

From aerobics to Zumba — literally from A-Z — Fitness in the Park is a city-wide health + wellness initiative that offers free programs for the community across the Alamo City. There are a variety of free exercise and fitness classes for all ages + ability levels. The best part, most classes don’t even require registration.

Kickball player kicking a red ball on a baseball field. — Join the Fitness in the Park kickball league for free.
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Photo by the City of San Antonio

There is also no limit to how many classes you’d like to join, so here are three to get you started:

FIP Beginner Tennis | Tuesdays in February | 6-7 p.m. | Fairchild Park, 1214 E. Crockett St. | Free, no registration required | Ages 6+ | Interested in learning a new sport? Well lace up those tennis shoes and get ready to learn the basics of tennis.

FIP Yoga | Tuesdays in February | 5-6 p.m. | Enrique Barrera Community Fitness Center, 5800 Enrique M. Barrera Parkway | Free, no registration required | Ages 18+ | Practice your flow + poses with this hour-long yoga class.

FIP Aqua Combat | Thursdays + Fridays in February | Various times | San Antonio Natatorium, 1430 W. Cesar Chavez | Free, no registration required | Ages 18+ | Break a sweat with this high intensity interval training class in water using specialized floating Aqua Fit boards.

FIP STORM Bike Group Ride | Thursdays in February | 6:30-8:30 p.m. | McAllister Park, 13102 Jones Maltsberger Rd. | Free, no registration required | Ages 18+ | Meet new friends with this cycling group as you ride through one of the city’s parks. Pro tip: Bring a helmet light in case it gets dark.

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Asked

What fitness hobby do you want to try this year?

A. Yoga
B. HIIT
C. Cycling
D. Pickleball

Warm up your answer

Events

Thursday, Feb. 15

Girl Scout Flavor Fest | Thursday, Feb. 15-Sunday, Feb. 25 | 11 a.m.-9 p.m. | Viola’s Ventanas, 9660 Westover Hills Blvd., San Antonio | $7.99 | Come try the limited-time Flan-Moa with vanilla flan, coconut flakes, and a Samoa cookie.
Happy Endings Book Club | Thursday, Feb. 15 | 6-8 p.m. | Nowhere Bookshop, 5154 Broadway, San Antonio | Free | Wipe away the tears and join this literary discussion about the novel “Last Call at the Local.”
Puppy Noses and Yoga Poses | Thursday, Feb. 15 | 6:30-8 p.m. | Confluence Park, 310 W. Mitchell St., San Antonio | Free | Join Cassandra from Mobile Om for a stretch session with puppies from SNIPSA.

Friday, Feb. 16

Shen Yun | Friday, Feb. 16 | 7:30 p.m. | Tobin Center for the Performing Arts, 100 Auditorium Cir., San Antonio | $84-$184 | Travel back into China’s history and experience its culture through the art of classical Chinese dance.
#Cinderella | Friday, Feb. 16 | 8 p.m. | The Overtime Theater, 5409 Bandera Rd., Ste. 205, San Antonio | $12-$18 | Watch this classic fairytale with a modern comedic twist written by Jessica Roberts.
La Dinastia Rosario | Friday, Feb. 16 | 8 p.m. | Tech Port Center + Arena, 3331 General Hudnell Dr., San Antonio | $55-$125 | Enjoy a night out listening to this Dominican music group featuring Los Hermanos Rosario + Tono Rosario.

Events calendar here

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News Notes

Number

136. That’s how many couples said “I do” at midnight at the Bexar County Courthouse on Valentine’s Day — breaking an all-time record. The courthouse plaza was filled with family + friends, and after the ceremony there was a block party held across the street. A celebration of love. (SA Report)

San Antonian

Live mas. Chef Jennifer Hwa Dobbertin was selected to join Taco Bell’s TBX chef collaboration program. The Best Quality Daughter restaurateur is in charge of revamping the chain’s Crunchwrap Supreme, which will be available at select Taco Bell locations later this year.

Coming Soon

University Health’s newest facility, Retama Hospital, is set to start construction soon. The medical group is hosting a groundbreaking ceremony on Wednesday, Feb. 21 from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. at 16300 Retama Pkwy. The ceremony is free to attend but registration is required.

Read

The San Antonio Public Library (SAPL) created a new repository of books. The Corazón Collection features 115 of the most popular titles that SAPL offers in multiple formats and languages. The books are available in audio, e-reader, and print formats at all library branches.

Announced

Speaking of books. The San Antonio Book Festival announced its first author guest as part of its Get Lit conversation series. Michele Norris plans to discuss her new book on Monday, Feb. 26 at the Carver Community Cultural Center at 7 p.m. Registration is not required and is free for the public.

Sports

Ready to dive deeper into your knowledge of our basketball team? Get the latest news, analysis, and insider information for the Spurs with Locked On’s daily, team-focused podcasts.

Finance

Looking for a way to rack up “free” money? Open an Ultimate Checking account with United Texas Credit Union. Earn unlimited 0.5% cash back on all signature-based debit card purchases automatically. Read: The more tacos you buy (er, transactions you make), the more money you get back. Learn more.*

Wellness

Regain’s couples therapy is accessible via phone, text, and video call and is FSA/HSA-friendly. Get 25% off your first month for Valentine’s Day.*

Asked

🎤 Welcome to the SATXtoday game show

5 trivia facts every San Antonian should know

Take our trivia quiz to see how well you know San Antonio. | Graphic by SATXtoday team

We’re big fans of trivia here at SATXtoday, and City Editor Nicholas is the type to know a little about a lot of random facts. With plenty of restaurants, bars, and breweries hosting trivia nights, we wanted to give you a leg up against the competition reader. If you find yourself being tested on the knowledge + fun facts about the Alamo City, we’re here to make sure you’re well-equipped to tackle the challenge.

Brush up on 16 San Antonio facts, then test your knowledge with our trivia questions below.

What year was the Tower of the America’s built?
When was the Battle of the Alamo?
How long is Highway 1604 in miles?
Who was San Antonio’s first mayor?
When did the Spurs win their first NBA Championship?

Think you know the answers?

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The Buy

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Some stylish sunglasses by Rheos or I Am Girl Stephanie, because we’re dreaming about summer and soaking up sunny rays. Pro tip: With the days already getting longer, it’s never too soon to start protecting your eyes.

Answered

Where is the most romantic place in San Antonio?

Picture of orange sunset San Antonio skyline with hearts across iconic locations. — Read some local reader stories about how they found love in the Alamo City.
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Graphic by SATXtoday team

Earlier this week, we asked you where the most romantic spot is in the Alamo City, here’s what you said: 61% said the River Walk, 19% think the Historic Pearl is romantic, 10% love Old Town Helotes, 7% wrote-in the Japanese Tea Gardens, and 3% think Hemisfair is romantic.

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The Wrap

Today’s edition by:
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From the editor

I absorb the most random facts, and as we get closer to May 4, I’m keeping my eyes peeled for any “Star Wars” themed trivia nights in the Alamo City. Who shot first, Han or Greedo? The only correct answer is Han.

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