From Yoga to Pilates and Zumba, moving workouts
Laura Pavlik is the owner of this traditional Aikido Dojo, Litchfield Hills Aikikai. She teaches Aikido, a traditional Japanese martial art based on the principle of non-resistance. Aikido practice involves physical conditioning such as strength, stamina, flexibility, coordination, and resilience. As well, it provides mental conditioning such as self-confidence, concentration, alertness, intuitiveness and concern for others. As a non-violent art, Aikido is great for children. No experience necessary. Nurture your mind, body and spirit. There are also Pilates classes for any level.
Litchfield Hills Aikikai
725 Bantam Rd Route 202
860-576-2527
Located at the historic Covered Bridge in West Cornwall. Offers electric bike sales and rentals. Enjoy local scenic rides and a fun outing. Biking is a great way to see the beautiful NW corner. They sell Yamaha, Gazelle, Magnum, GoCycle, Urban Arrow and more.
Covered Bridge Electric Bike
421 Sharon-Goshen Turnpike
West Cornwall
860-248-3010
Known as one of the best yoga teachers in the area, Nancy Opgaard practices Ivengar and Ashtanga Yoga. Also a licensed massage therapist, Nancy has added Ayurvedic massage to her services.
38 Great Hill Road
860.248-3247
www.nancyopgaard.com
Shannon Strong runs this center, offering personal training, massage therapy, nutritional guidance, and much more.
Shannon Strong
64 Maple Street
860-248-0165
Located in Kent, this boutique fitness studio offers award-winning personal and group fitness training. They provide a high energy non-judgment environment for students of all ages and fitness levels. Numerous classes are offered including barre, zumba, pilates, yoga, W total fitness, and reiki.
W. Rhythm Fitness
25 North Main Street
203-788-7818
The studio is situated in a beautifully renovated carriage barn. And Sara Getz is amazing as lead teacher. A variety of traditional Yoga classes for all levels of students.
228 Sharon Road
(Route 41)
860.435.9046
www.yogaatspace.com
This yoga studio is located in a beautifully restored historic building in downtown Litchfield. They offer a variety of yoga and yoga-fitness classes, as well as workshops and events. They also have a wonderful free class on the first Sunday of the month called Karma Yoga, which is open to beginners through advanced practitioners. Guests are simply asked to bring a non-perishable food item, or other appropriate donation for their basket which is given to the charity of the month.
174 West Street, Litchfield
860-567-2241
charym.com
Enjoy fitness classes, personal training, small group training, and more at this full service gym located in Litchfield.
Litchfield Hills Fitness
599 Bantam Road, Litchfield
860-393-0116
Into Pilates? Then this place is a must for you. Pilates machines, barre and mat classes are all offered in this clean studio. Personal training is available as well.
143 West Street Unit W
860.350.3643
www.mind-bodyconnection.com
“The Club,” as it is known to the locals, is filled with natural light and great energy. The spacious facility, conveniently located in the downtown area, is loaded with fitness machines, weights, gadgets and treadmills. With 52 classes per week—which range from aquatics to zumba—there is something here for everyone. Work out with a personal trainer; swim laps in the salt-water (yes, we did say salt water!), Olympic-size pool; or schedule a Pilates session on the reformer in the beautiful private studio. There are two racket ball courts as well. When your muscles ache, (or even if they don’t!) there is a certified massage therapist on staff who will work out all those knots. The Café has delicious energy-restoring shakes to recharge your engine, and a nice assortment of salads and wraps, for a quick convenient meal. The Club also offers a very nice child care service. Exercise with confidence (for a small fee) while your little ones are looked after in a safe, clean, happy environment.
130 Grove Street, New Milford
860-799-6880
nmfac.com
This yoga studio provides a small, friendly group of teachers dedicated to serving the community. They offer virtual classes, in studio classes, and private classes. Programs include Ashtanga Vinyasa, Hatha Flow, Hour of Power, Meditation, Tai Chi Chaun, and more.
168 New Milford Turnpike, New Preston
860-868-6707
ahyogacenter.com
Helen Killmer has been offering one-on-one and group fitness classes in her Sharon studio for years. Within the walls of this beautifully serene barn studio, she offers endurance spin, S.W.A.T., yoga workshops and kettle bell training, just to name a few of the classes available.
41 Gay Street
860.364.9350
Blue Boy Boxing Club located in Thomaston is owned and operated by USA Boxing Coaches Kareem and Nina Blue. Blue Boy Boxing Club is dedicated to teaching the science of boxing to students of all ages. They specialize in Parkinson’s boxing fitness as well as self-defense for kids ages 6-15 and adults. Whether it be to get in shape or to compete, they can help you meet your goals.
400 Watertown Rd, Thomaston
860-880-8038
blueboyboxingclub.business.site
Besides Pilates classes, this studio offers yoga, Zumba, pregnancy yoga, ballet, and more. They also have private classes. Amy Merli teaches yoga and also hosts green events, such as workshops on Eating for Energy.
224 East Main Street
860.309.2709
Energy Fitness Factory is the largest and best-equipped fitness center in Northwest Connecticut. We are not a corporate franchise.
We specialize in one-on-one training, and all trainers are certified in a range of disciplines. Our business style is a handshake with NO FINE PRINT CONTRACTS. We care for our members and support their well-being and fitness objectives.
59 Field Street
Torrington, CT 06790
(860) 496-9100
https://energytorrington.com/
This yoga experience is as chill as it is hot. The vinyasa power yoga class offers an amazing workout that will strengthen and transform mind, body and spirit. In a heated room. A monthly-unlimited pass for $49 is an incredible value.
23 Franklin Street, 3rd Floor
860.496.1500
www.sanctuarypoweryoga.com
Located in Washington, Caroline Kinsolving delivers exceptional yoga guidance and instruction for all ages and levels.
