(WICHITA, KS - August 12, 2026) —Wichita Park and Recreation, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Kansas, and National Fitness Campaign (NFC) today officially debuted an outdoor Fitness Court® and digital wellness programming at Osage Park, located at 2121 W. 31st Street.
This Fitness Court® was developed by Wichita Park and Recreation, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Kansas, and NFC to expand free access to high-quality workouts and create equitable access to exercise for residents across the region. The city opened its first Fitness Court at Pat Garcia Veterans Memorial Park in May of 2024, and this new location at Osage Park will further expand fitness access in the region. Wichita is one of 15+ Campaign Partners building a network of Fitness Courts across the state, with the help of Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Kansas.
Following the ribbon-cutting ceremony, attendees were invited to step onto the Fitness Court and give it a try. Councilman Dalton Glasscock and Councilman Joseph Shepard competed in a friendly head-to-head competition on the Fitness Court, demonstrating how to use the equipment!
The Fitness Court® is the world’s best outdoor gym that lets users leverage their own body weight to get a complete workout using seven exercise stations. Designed for adults of all abilities aged 14+, the Fitness Court® offers adaptable workouts for all fitness levels, allowing participants to move at their own pace. Users can also download the free Fitness Court® App which acts as a coach-in-your-pocket and enhances the outdoor gym into a digitally supported wellness experience.
“We need more innovative solutions to address the physical activity needs of all Kansans. Solutions that will level the playing field and allow everyone a safe place to enjoy the outdoors and improve their health,” said Virginia Barnes, director of Blue Health Initiatives at Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Kansas. “We believe that all people deserve this opportunity, and we are proud to partner with the City of Wichita and NFC to show our commitment to improving the health of all Kansans.”
"At Wichita Park & Recreation, we're committed to creating parks and spaces that encourage healthy, active lifestyles for everyone in our community. The new Fitness Court® at Osage Park provides residents with free access to innovative outdoor fitness equipment, making it easier than ever to stay active, connect with others, and enjoy our parks. We're proud to continue investing in amenities that enhance quality of life and make Wichita an even healthier place to live" said Reggie Davidson, Director of Wichita Park & Recreation.
“We are excited to have Wichita open their second Fitness Court at Osage Park as we work to make a powerful and long lasting impact on health outcomes and happiness by building healthy communities across America,’’ said Mitch Menaged, founder of National Fitness Campaign. “The addition of this new outdoor Fitness Court, along with digital wellness programming, demonstrates a continued commitment to the health and wellbeing within the Wichita community.”
For more information, contact Wichita Communications at (316) 268-4351. For more information on Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Kansas’ support of NFC, please visit https://nationalfitnesscampaign.com/kansas.
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About Wichita Park & Recreation
Wichita Park & Recreation is dedicated to enhancing the quality of life for all residents by providing accessible and diverse recreational opportunities. From vibrant parks and green spaces to enriching programs and community events, we strive to foster wellness, connection, and joy for individuals and families across our city. Our mission is to create a vibrant and inclusive community where everyone can thrive, play, and make lasting memories together. For more information, visit wichita.gov/parkandrec.
About Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Kansas
For more than 80 years, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Kansas has built a reputation of trust with its members and contracting providers by providing outstanding customer service while quickly and accurately processing claims; fairly administering benefit plans and contracts; offering programs, services and tools to help members improve or maintain their health; and operating under the highest ethical standards while being good stewards of premium dollars. Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Kansas is an independent licensee of the Blue Cross Blue Shield Association and is the state’s largest insurer, serving all Kansas counties except Johnson and Wyandotte. For more information, visit www.bcbsks.com.
About National Fitness Campaign
Founded in San Francisco in 1979, National Fitness Campaign is a wellness consulting firm that provides programs and services to cities, schools and sponsors. Our mission is to build healthy communities nationwide. The campaign delivers an integrated wellness initiative, centered around the Fitness Court®– the world's best outdoor gym. National Fitness Campaign is preparing to welcome its 750th healthy community in 2025, as it continues to grow the country’s largest public-private partnership in support of wellness with the goal of building a Fitness Court® within a 10-minute bike ride of every American. Learn more about National Fitness Campaign at nationalfitnesscampaign.com and follow along on Instagram, Facebook and LinkedIn.
