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Dallas-Fort Worth outdoor fitness classes to fall for in October

Bring your mat to Burnett Park for yoga.

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Now is the time to step it up — outside, that is. This glorious fall weather is drawing Dallasites and Fort Worthians outdoors to jog, stretch, and dance, and we've got a handy list of some al fresco classes you'll want to check out.

Dance lessons, Sundance Square
From salsa to swing, learn a few steps for free before live bands take the stage in Sundance Square Plaza. October 12 is salsa taught by DanceMakers of Texas, followed by cumbia night featuring Havana NRG. October 19 brings a class from Jubilee Swing Dance followed by Sundance Square Big Band.

Yoga, Burnett Park
Pencil in Tuesdays in October from 5:30-6:15 pm, when it's BYOM (bring your own mat) for a free restorative yoga class in the park. Metered parking in downtown is free after 6 pm, or you can swing by Neighbor's House Grocery across the street for dinner or a snack and they will validate your parking in the First on 7th parking garage for four hours. Plus, show them your yoga mat for 10 percent off your purchase.

Yoga, Fort Worth Nature Center & Refuge
TGIF with a relaxing introductory yoga session surrounded by peaceful nature. Meet at the Marty Leonard Lotus Marsh Boardwalk at 9 am, and the class is free for members ($5 with paid admission for non-members). Pre-registration is required for October 11, October 18, and October 25.

Outdoor Fitness Series, Southlake
Bootcamp, yoga, and even Halloween-themed zumba are on the schedule for this free series that takes place in different parks throughout Southlake and is taught by Champions Club's group fitness instructors. No registration or membership is required, and as an added incentive to attend, The Marq Champions Club is giving away a Yeti Roadies 24 hard cooler. Every class you attend earns a raffle ticket, and at the end of the series one lucky person will win the prize.

Goat Yoga, Addison Circle Park
You were expecting downward facing dog, but did you expect goats in Halloween costumes? You can enjoy both as you get your GOGA on while a tribe of pet goats graze and jump around (or on) you. Note: This class does require advance tickets and signing a liability waiver.

Fitness classes, Klyde Warren Park
Take your pick from barre, meditation, sweat & sculpt, pilates, and bootcamp — they're all free and happening during weekends in October and into early November. Check the website for times and parking info, and be sure to bring a mat and water bottle with you.

Pilates in the Park, Griggs Park
Join Oak Cliff Pilates in celebrating the opening of its new Uptown studio, with free outdoor classes as a gift to you. Every Saturday from October 19-November 9, head to Griggs Park at 9 am and get ready to move, breathe, and connect.

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Police News

Fort Worth police officer fired for unjustified use of force

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A Fort Worth police officer has been terminated following his involvement in a use of force incident. According to a release, Officer Matthew Krueger was let go on December 18, following an investigation into an incident involving someone who was videotaping his actions while he was on duty.

On Sunday, June 23, Fort Worth police officers responded to a hit-and-run collision near 1000 Foch St. The incident involved a suspected intoxicated driver who crashed into another vehicle and a structure before fleeing the scene on foot.

While officers were investigating, a woman approached them and used her cell phone to record their actions. Krueger asked and advised her multiple times to move across the street. When she failed to comply, she was placed under arrest.

During the arrest, Krueger used force to take the woman into custody, resulting in injuries that required medical care at an area hospital.

After being treated, the woman was released from the hospital, booked into jail, and charged with interference with public duties, resisting arrest and/or detention, evading arrest, and making a false alarm or report.

Krueger had been with the department for just under eight years and was assigned to the Patrol Bureau at the time of the incident.

The Fort Worth Police Major Case and Internal Affairs Units began immediate and congruent investigations. Krueger was transferred from Patrol to a unit with no public interaction, pending the outcome of the investigation.

After a review of the Internal Affairs investigation, Krueger’s chain of command determined that the level of force used was unjustified and violated departmental policy. Police Chief Neil Noakes concurred and terminated Krueger’s employment.

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