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Interactive Fitness Experiences & Programming Areas - attendees of PULSE can explore a wide range of FREE fitness experiences across multiple interactive stage areas throughout the grounds, including:

  • Aurora Pavilion — large-group workouts backed by DJ Riel and led by national, regional, and local fitness leaders.
  • The Good Foods Cooking Stage with support from Pick ’n Save — featuring Executive Chef Michael Genre of Harbor House, Chef Britta Kramer: founder of Private Palate, Chef Imani Graham of Mentionable Eats, and Taste of Home’s Sarah Farmer. Chefs will provide live cooking demonstrations showcasing healthy recipes, followed by question/answer sessions hosted by Taste of Home’s Mark Hagen.
  • Dance Stage — rhythm and movement-based fitness classes such as Capoeira style classes and dance led by organizations such as Milwaukee Ballet, Tempo Dance Co., and other local dance studios.
  • Pickleball Courts — opportunities to dip, dink, and play through instructor-led sessions and free play, supported by ProLite.
  • Yoga Stage — outdoor yoga classes hosted by studios including Healium Hot Yoga, Tribal Yoga School, Collective Flow, and YogaSix Milwaukee.
  • Zen Den/Meditation Area — focused on mindfulness and wellness, led by partners such as Milwaukee Recreation, Saint Wrong Training, Parisa Yoga Shala, and Afterglow MKE.
  • Sauna and Cold Plunges — an onsite sauna and cold plunge experience along the lakefront hosted by The Hive: Wellness & Social, helping attendees feel energized, aligned, and alive.
  • Kayaking, operated by Forward Outdoor — a fun and active way to enjoy Milwaukee’s lakefront.

Small Group Workouts will be offered throughout the day and led by local fitness partners including Orangetheory Fitness, Afterglow MKE, Milwaukee Recreation, PowerCycle, The Shape Up Shoppe, YMCA of Greater Milwaukee, FLIGHT – Stairmaster & Strength Group Fitness, REVIVAL Fitness, Milwaukee Wellness Society, CrossFit Good Land, and more.

Food & Beverage - in addition to live cooking demonstrations, PULSE attendees can explore a variety of food and beverage offerings:

  • Popular brands such as Bubbl’r, Good Foods, Oakberry Acai, Muscle Milk, Gatorade Lower Sugar, and more.
  • Full-size items available for purchase, including wraps, salads, protein bowls, açaí and smoothie bowls from Baya Bar, as well as specialty coffee and matcha lattes from The Chai Company.