Create Outdoor Fitness Spaces That Build Healthier Communities
As a certified partner of PlayCore’s Outdoor Adult Fitness Parks initiative, Park N Play Design helps municipalities and healthcare leaders bring evidence-based fitness solutions to life. National Demonstration Site (NDS) designation proves your investment is making a measurable impact.
What Is an Outdoor Fitness NDS?
Recognized Spaces That Drive Adult Health & Wellness
This designation supports the creation of outdoor fitness parks that are inclusive, accessible, and grounded in the 5 Elements of a Well-Rounded Workout:
Backed by research from leading experts.
Why This Matters
Public Health Starts With Public Access
Outdoor fitness parks reduce barriers to physical activity by offering free, open access wellness infrastructure. This designation helps communities:
Combat chronic disease and sedentary lifestyles
Provide equitable access to movement opportunities
Support aging adults in staying active and independent
Encourage social connection and intergenerational fitness
What You Get as an NDS
Backed by Recognition and Real Data
National Demonstration Site award and map recognition
Signage with built-in survey QR code
Initial Impact and Visitor Outcomes Reports tailored to your site
Tools to promote health outcomes and share your story with funders
Use the Data to Tell a Health Story
Track Outcomes. Build a Case. Inspire Action.
Your customized NDS reports help quantify:
Physical activity levels by age group
Community satisfaction and visitation patterns
Projected annual health savings
How your space supports aging, inclusion, and equity
of users reached recommended levels of activity
plan to return regularly
in projected annual physical and mental health savings
Want to Learn More About the NDS Program?
See how outdoor fitness spaces can serve all adults—at all ability levels. The NDS brochure outlines the 5 elements of a well-rounded workout, case studies, and how your site can become a recognized leader in community wellness.
Build a fitness space That fosters Healthier communities
