Fitness Programming & Classes

 

Get Fit 

Get Fit is our series of free, outdoor fitness classes on the Greenway. Learn about upcoming fitness classes here. 

  

    

  

  

 

Youth Sports 

The Greenway is the home field of NORD's Lemann Chargers! NORD offers free youth sports programming throughout the year for kids ages 5-17. For more info and to register, visit NORD's website. 

  

  

 

Walking Groups

Prefer to walk? Join one of the Greenway's walking groups!

  

  

  

 

 

Recreation Amenities 

Whether you are looking to get active, play, or swim, the Greenway has a space for you! The Greenway's amenities are operated and managed by NORD unless otherwise noted below.

  

The Trail 

The Greenway's 2.6 mile biking and pedestrian trail is a great spot to jog, walk, or bike safely through the scenic heart of the Crescent City. The trail is equipped with trees and native plants, water fountains, safe street crossings, LED lighting, and cultural and recreational amenities! 

  

  

  

Faubourg Lafitte Tennis Courts

The Greenway's two tennis courts, operated by the Sojourner Truth Neighborhood Center are free and open to the public. Courts operate on a first come, first serve basis. 

The courts are located on the Lafitte Greenway at N. Rocheblave Street (2400 Lafitte Ave.) 

  

  

  

 

  

Sports Fields 

The Greenway is home to football, soccer, baseball, and softball amenities. These sites host ongoing recreational youth programming.

Looking to reserve the sports field for your league or event? Click here. 

Fields can be found from N Claiborne Avenue to N Galvez Street

  

Basketball Courts

There are several basketball courts on the Greenway if you are looking to shoot some hoops. NORD also offers youth sports programming. 

Courts can be found between N Claiborne and Basin at Lemann Playground 1 and between N Claiborne Avenue and N Galvez Street. 

 

  

Lemann Pool

Come cool down during the hot summer months at the Lemann pool located on the Greenway! The pool is free and open to the community from June through August. 

Located at 536 N Prieur Street

 

  

Lemann Playgrounds

The Greenway is home to Lemann playgrounds #1 and #2. The playgrounds are open 6 am to 10 pm. 

Lemann #1 located riverside of N. Claiborne Avenue & Lemann #2 located lakeside of N. Claiborne Avenue. 

 

  

  

  

  

  

Fitness Parks

Get active on the Greenway! The Greenway houses two outdoor fitness parks that provide free and accessible fitness equipment to the community. 

Located at Lemann Playground #2, lakeside of N. Claiborne Avenue & lakeside of Sojourner Truth Neighborhood Center.