IT’S TIME TEXAS makes healthy easier for Texans where they live, learn, work, worship and shop. You can now download their FREE Choose Healthier mobile app for a list of local activities and events!
IT’s TIME TEXAS shares plenty of fun ideas for getting active with the whole family. Check out the following five fun events for getting out with the kids this week! 
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— Austin Parks and Rec Chen-Style Tai Chi
Tuesday, September 8, 7:30 p.m. @ Austin Recreation Center
Chen-style Tai Chi is a FREE comprehensive exercise class for devleoping strength, coordination and flexibility, and reducing stress. This class is open to all ages and skill levels. For more information, email [email protected] or call (512)-462-4689.
— Classic Jazz Dance Class
Thursday, September 10, 6:30 p.m. @ Tapestry Dance Company
This is a beginner-friendly, full-of-fun jazz class. Kitty focuses on the basics of style and technique. You will get a great workout, learn some fun moves and leave feeling great. Visit the website to register in advance!
— Public Skating
Fridays, 1 p.m. @ Chaparral Ice
Public skating times are offered at Chaparral Ice every day! Admission is $6.00 and skate rental is $4.00 for children and adults. Kids 5 years of age and under skate for only $5 on Saturday and Sunday including skate rental! Kids 5 and under skate FREE during Monday-Friday afternoon public sessions with paid admission.
— Paddle Board and Kayak
Saturdays, 9 a.m. @ Congress Avenue Kayaks
There’s great paddling and kayaking in Downtown Austin at Congress Avenue Kayaks! First-timers and veteran paddlers alike can come on down, there’s no need to reserve! They also lead guided downtown tours on Friday mornings year-round. By the Hour: single kayak: $10 2-person kayak: $15 standup paddle board: $20
Sunday, September 13, 12-5 p.m. @ E. 6th St.
East 6th Street will be transformed into a car-free playground! This free festival invites you to bring the whole family and explore a full mile of healthy activities and vendors, to celebrate health! Be sure to stop by the IT’S TIME TEXAS and Choose Healthier booths to learn more about our free app, grab some great swag, and contribute to a healthy mural!
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-> Choose Healthier App for more healthy family ideas: Be sure to download the FREE Choose Healthier mobile app for local health-focused information, activities and events right at your fingertips. You can also like IT’S TIME TEXAS on Facebook and follow them on Twitter and Instagram for healthy tools, tips, activities and motivation, and to show your support for the cause.
Have fun!
