Editor's note: This story was updated to correct incorrect dates and prices for events at the Bastrop Recreation Center.
From yoga classes to group fitness sessions, Bastrop residents have plenty of opportunities to get active and connected with the community in February.
This list is not comprehensive.
Brain boost
The Bastrop Recreation Center is offering a social program on the first Wednesday of the month in February that is designed to keep participants’ minds active and engaged. Each session will feature a new brain-stimulating activity, encouraging mental fitness, social interaction and ongoing cognitive engagement.
- Feb. 4, 1-2:30 p.m.
- Free (admission)
- Bastrop Recreation Center, 1008 Water St., Bastrop
- www.cityofbastrop.org
Chair yoga
The Bastrop Community Senior Center will host chair yoga every Wednesday in February. The low‑impact classes are designed to help older adults and those with limited mobility improve flexibility, balance and relaxation.
Dance fit
The Bastrop Recreation Center is offering cardio dance classes every Wednesday in February that are designed for participants of all fitness levels. Routines are choreographed to a variety of musical styles and eras.
- Through Feb. 25, 5:30 p.m.
- $8 (admission per class for non-members of the Bastrop Recreation Center)
- Bastrop Recreation Center, 1008 Water St., Bastrop
- www.cityofbastrop.org
Yoga
The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints in Bastrop will host community yoga classes every Wednesday in February that are open to the public. It is designed for all experience levels and focuses on gentle movement, stretching and relaxation.
- Through Feb. 25, 12-1 p.m.
- Free (registration)
- The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, 140 Tahitian Drive, Bastrop
- www.churchofjesuschrist.org
Blood drive
Bastrop County residents can help their neighbors at one of We Are Blood's upcoming blood drives.
- Feb. 6, 9:30 a.m.-3:30 p.m.
- Free (registration)
- Cedar Creek High School, 793 Union Chapel Road, Cedar Creek
- www.weareblood.org
Geocaching
Texas Geocampers will host a campout in the Creek Side camping area at Bastrop State Park, where there will be activities and ranger-led events.
- Feb. 9, 6:30-8:15 p.m.
- $25 (registration per family)
- Bastrop State Park, 100 Park Road 1A, Bastrop
- www.geocaching.com
Total body
The Bastrop Recreation Center is offering full-body strength and conditioning classes every Friday in February aimed at improving strength, endurance and overall fitness. Participants will engage in a variety of exercises using different equipment to challenge muscles and enhance physical performance.
- Feb. 6-27, 9 a.m.
- $8 (admission per class for non-members of the Bastrop Recreation Center)
- Bastrop Recreation Center, 1008 Water St., Bastrop
- www.cityofbastrop.org