Outdoor fitness is an important part of community life – it’s more than just an amenity – it’s a thoughtfully designed experience that helps people get and keep moving. It’s not enough for fitness equipment to simply exist - we expect more than that - it must engage, perform and inspire movement in people of different ages, abilities and fitness levels. That’s the vision behind ELEVATE and ACTIVATE. These outdoor fitness solutions do more than support physical health - they create spaces where community, engagement and holistic wellness come together.
At Burke, we believe play and movement are essential at every age. That belief influences everything we do, including how we design outdoor fitness events, experiences and environments. ELEVATE offers opportunities for children ages 5-12 and everyone 13+ to exercise in the same space and grow in their fitness journeys together while ACTIVATE is designed for users 13+ to develop strength, balance and agility.
Why ELEVATE Obstacle Course Fitness:
ELEVATE is a ninja-style, multigenerational fitness experience built to deliver a full-body workout for users 5-12 and 13+. Inspired by the energy and versatility of obstacle course fitness training, it brings a challenge to users in a way that feels fresh, dynamic and approachable. Whether installed in a local park, along a trail or in a university recreation space, ELEVATE empowers users to engage in bodyweight training, balance work, cardio and strength-building - all within the same space - a space that feels inviting and meets users where they are while challenging them to advance.
Exercise isn’t just about reps and sets - it’s about movement with purpose, otherwise known as functional fitness. Every component of ELEVATE is designed to align with natural body mechanics and accommodate a wide range of fitness levels. From cardio challenges to agility elements to climbing features, ELEVATE encourages progression. The layout invites users to create their own routines, while the Burke Fitness App offers guided workouts for those looking for more structure. Download it free from Google Play or the Apple App Store.
Meet ACTIVATE: Creating Community Through Fitness
ACTIVATE brings movement to communities in a healthy way that gets people outdoors together. Designed for ease of use, ACTIVATE offers simple and effective fitness components that encourage people of all abilities and fitness levels to get active. ACTIVATE is ideal for walking trails, community centers, middle and high school, college campuses — and anywhere that could benefit from a space that encourages outdoor movement.
With stations that support stretching, strength, balance and mobility, the options for exercise are limitless and can be changed to suit fitness level, need and preference of the user. ACTIVATE fits naturally into outdoor environments and promotes healthy routines, a sense of fitness community and an opportunity for bodyweight exercise that benefits users both physically and mentally. Signage and the Burke Fitness App provide directions for use to help people get the most from their workouts and perform the exercises properly.
Working out together keeps us accountable, makes it more fun and fosters friendships that transcend the fitness space. ACTIVATE offers an easy way to work out together within a community space and keeps people coming back for more fitness and fun.
The Difference is Intention
What makes ELEVATE and ACTIVATE different isn’t just the equipment - it’s the thinking behind it and approach to design. These fitness solutions were developed through an intentional process that brought together design, engineering, fitness professionals and user insight. The result is fitness that works and does more than exercise our bodies – it improves the lives and well-being of communities.
For designers, both ELEVATE and ACTIVATE offer flexibility in layout and footprint, allowing planners to build specific fitness experiences that meet the needs of their communities. For fitness professionals, planners and recreation centers, they represent an opportunity to expand training and programming into outdoor spaces, meeting clients and members where they are and helping them meet their goals.
Outdoor fitness is evolving and Burke is leading the way with a commitment to design, inclusivity and holistic wellness. ELEVATE and ACTIVATE help make fitness a lifelong habit that’s accessible, inviting and inspiring.
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