Fit Together Highlight & Community Update
HEAL Grant Applications Due 6/30!
Don’t forget! We are still accepting grant applications for Healthy Eating Active Living (HEAL) Projects! There is $10,000-$15,000 available for non-profit partners within Torrington and Winchester. Applications must detail how the funds will be used to promote increased physical activity and healthy eating choices in the community. Full applications are due June 30, 2025.
Find the Grant Application Here.
Free Yoga – Torrington & Winsted
Whether you are a seasoned Yogi, or someone who is looking to try yoga for the first time, you can enjoy weekly outdoor yoga classes for FREE in Torrington and Winsted. Details and weekly reminders will be shared on our Facebook page. Registration is not required.
Free Yoga Tuesdays – Coe Park, Torrington
Tuesdays, 4:30-5:15, 7/1-8/19/25
Enjoy a yoga flow class from Sanctuary Power Yoga in Coe Park. The class is suitable for all fitness levels. Please bring a yoga mat, water, and your friends! Visit Sanctuary Power Yoga for more details.
Free Yoga Wednesdays & Fridays – Manor Playground, Winsted
Wednesday Nights, 6:30-7:30 pm, 6/4-7/23/25
Friday Mornings, 10-11 am, 6/6-7/25/25 [No Class 7/4/25]
Join instructor, Anna Rose, for this weekly yoga class at Manor Playground (Corner of Oakdale Ave and Glendale Ave). Don’t forget your yoga mat or towel and water.
Both programs are offered through the generous support of Hartford Healthcare.
Kids’ Corner for June – Keep Kids Active All Summer!
There are so many fun activities in the Torrington area! With all the beautiful parks, beaches, and playgrounds, you can keep the kids busy all summer long. If you are looking for ideas, check out our online “Resource Guide” with handy map and checklist, or Download the Map & Guide (PDF).
If you are looking for more organized fun, one of the many area summer camps might work for your kiddos. Following are some resources to consider:
Summer Camps in Northwestern Connecticut
- Northwestern Connecticut YMCA’s Summer Day Camps – Exciting camp sessions are available for ages 3-15. Register soon so you don’t miss out.
- EdAdvance Summer Adventure Program (Torrington) – Summer programs are available in full and half-day sessions.
- Torrington Parks & Recreation Summer Camp – There are 9 theme weeks and lots of pool time to keep kids busy.
- Torrington Public Schools Summer Camps List – This list from the Torrington Public Schools includes lot of fun camp ideas in Torrington, Litchfield, and Sharon.
Worksite Wellness Tip – Celebrate Employee Wellness Month
June is “Employee Wellness Month.” Since we spend so much time at work, creating a healthy, happy work environment for you and your coworkers is a vital part of your wellness plan. This month’s resource includes 30 fun ways to make your worksite more enjoyable. Here are 5 of our favorite healthy tips to get you started:
- #2 – Create a “Work” playlist to keep you motivated all day, and share with a friend.
- #11 – Organize a volunteer group to help your community.
- #18 – Try a new fruit or vegetable – and share with a colleague. HINT: Star fruit is delicious.
- #23 – Bring in a new plant or flowers to add a dose of cheer to your desk.
- #30 – Share a note of thanks with someone who inspires or supports your work.
Find all 30 Workplace Wellness Tips.
Healthy Recipes – Enjoy 23 Summer Snacks
Healthy snack options are always helpful – especially in the summer months when kids are looking for something to nibble on. These 23 summer snack ideas have only 100 calories each and are filled with healthy ingredients paired together in delicious ways. With options like Yogurt Bark, Flourless Banana Chocolate Chip Mini Muffins, and Pineapple Nice Cream, there is something for everyone.
Get these Healthy Summer Snack Ideas.
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