Mason Square flexed its neighborhood spirit at Clarendon FitFest

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Mason Square hosted Clarendon FitFest on April 18, a community wellness event full of resources to promote active lifestyles, well-being, and meaningful connections between George Mason University and the local Arlington community.

Photo by Romulfo Sison/Office of University Branding

The event brought together more than 400 attendees including students, faculty, staff, community members, and local businesses for physical activity, wellness education, and accessible health resources.

The sun was shining as more than 150 runners and walkers participated in the Pacers 5K run and two-mile walk to kick off the event. Live fitness demonstrations occurred every hour on the plaza, including Zumba, barre, Pilates, yoga, and more. Local fitness and wellness businesses hosted booths with interactive wellness activities.

Photo by Romulfo Sison/Office of University Branding

The event was a collaboration between George Mason University, Clarendon Alliance, and Pacers Running.

"Events like Clarendon FitFest are a great example of what becomes possible when a university is genuinely embedded in its surrounding community," said Melissa Thierry, director of University Life Regional Campuses. "Mason Square is an urban campus, and that means the energy and vibrancy of the space depends on what we build together with our neighbors. The connection between campus life and the broader Clarendon neighborhood is a real asset to the student experience here."

Photo by Romulfo Sison/Office of University Branding Photo by Romulfo Sison/Office of University Branding Photo by Romulfo Sison/Office of University Branding Photo by Romulfo Sison/Office of University Branding Photo by Romulfo Sison/Office of University Branding

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