COMMUNITY POP-UPS
Get ready to dance, eat better, and learn more with the One City Marathon (OCM) Community Pop-up Series. OCM has partnered with sponsors, health professionals, and area businesses to offer a series of fun health, wellness, and fitness workshops for the community. The workshops aim to engage local residents and visitors and are free and open to all ages. Attend these workshops for a chance to win a free race registration and receive free Newport News swag and other fun items. Check the city’s Facebook and Instagram pages for contests and great prizes. Registration is required for some workshops, which are first come, first served. Check the city’s website frequently, as more events will be added throughout the upcoming months.
Wednesday. January 7, 6 p.m. – 7 p.m.
Brittingham, Midtown Community Center, Room 101
570 McLawnhorne Dr.
Newport News, VA 23601
Register here: https://form.jotform.com/253365692535162
Learn more about Bachata Vida Dance Company here: https://www.bachatavida.com/
Line Dancing- Always wanted to join the line-dance fun, but not sure of the steps? Dance with Denise as she teaches you today’s most popular line dances—step by step! All levels welcome, so grab a friend and get moving. Break a sweat, break it down, and most of all… have a blast!
Friday, January 9, 6 p.m. – 7 p.m.
Holiday Inn City Center
980 Omni Blvd.
Newport News, VA
Register here: https://form.jotform.com/253366456101150
HIIT Fitness - Try this High-Intensity Interval Training (HIIT) workout with Jara Clark of Fit Goddess Tribe. This class will help you sculpt lean muscle, improve endurance, burn more calories in less time, boost your metabolism and energy levels, and build strength, stamina, and confidence. All fitness levels are welcome to attend.
Saturday, January 10, 2026, 10 am - 11 am
Brittingham Midtown Community Center- Pavilion
570 McLawnhorne Dr.
Newport News, VA 23601
Register here: https://form.jotform.com/253444903834157
Learn more about Fit Goddess Tribe: https://fitgtribe.wixsite.com/fitgoddesstribe
Dinner on a Dime Cooking Series- Join us for a fun and flavorful workshop where healthy eating meets real-life simplicity! Enjoy a live cooking demonstration from Amarja McCormick, Nutrition Education Facilitator with the Virginia Cooperative Extension, taste delicious samples, and learn how to create easy, low-cost meals that nourish your body and fit your budget. Perfect for beginners, food lovers, and anyone looking to cook smarter—not harder!
Session 1 Monday, January 12, 6 p.m. – 7 p.m.
Session 2- Wednesday, February 11 – 6 p.m. – 7 p.m.
Brittingham-Midtown Community Center
Room 101
570 McLawhorne Dr.
Newport News, VA 23601
Register here: https://form.jotform.com/253366170952157
Click to learn more about the Virginia Cooperative Extension
Massage My Muscles- Feeling tight, sore, or struggling with circulation? Whether you’re hitting the gym, training for a race, or just dealing with everyday tension, this workshop is for you! Join Destress Express as they share simple massage techniques to boost blood flow, ease post-workout soreness, support runner recovery, and help your muscles feel their best. Come ready to relax, learn, and unwind!
Wednesday, January 21, 6 p.m.- 7 p.m.
Holiday Inn City Center
980 Omni Blvd.
Newport News, VA
Register here: https://form.jotform.com/253376113653153
Click to learn more about Destress Express
New Year, New Look, Unlock Your Personal Style- Join us for an empowering workshop with celebrity fashion designer and content creator Travian Vann and image consultant Rashita Hill. This workshop is designed to help you refine your style, build a wardrobe you love, and show up confidently for every occasion. Learn smart shopping strategies, how to create your signature look, how to dress for your body type, enhance your look for any occasion, wardrobe essentials, and current fashion trends.
Saturday, January 31, 10:30 a.m. - 12 p.m.
Main Street Library, Meeting Room
110 Main Street
Newport News, VA
Register here: https://form.jotform.com/253436124635152
Click here to learn more about Travian Vann.
Click here to learn more about Rashita Swan of RLS Image Consulting.
YOGAnna Fall In Love With Fitness - This isn’t just yoga—it’s a full-body healing experience with Jara Clark of Fit Goddess Tribe. This yoga class will help you, release stress, build flexibility, strength, and inner confidence. This class is open to all fitness levels.
Saturday, February 7, 10 am - 11 am
Brittingham Midtown Community Center- Room 123
570 McLawhorne Dr.
Newport News, VA 23601
Register here: https://form.jotform.com/253514582024149
Bachata Dancing - Spice up your day with smooth Bachata taught by Bachata Vida Dance Company! Learn new moves, get a great workout, and enjoy the rhythm—no experience or partner needed
Wednesday. February 4, 6 p.m. – 7 p.m.
Brittingham, Midtown Community Center, Room 101
570 McLawnhorne Dr.
Newport News, VA 23601
Register here: https://form.jotform.com/253366223376156
Medicinal Herbs 101: Heal, Soothe & Support Naturally – Curious about how herbs can boost your health? Join Holistic Concoctions for an engaging introduction to medicinal herbs, their benefits, and the best options for immune support, inflammation relief, stress reduction, and injury recovery. Perfect for beginners and plant lovers alike!
Monday, February 9, 6 p.m.
Brittingham-Midtown Community Center
570 McLawhorne Dr.
Newport News, VA 23601
Register here: https://form.jotform.com/253445024572151
Learn more about Holistic Concoctions
