Yoga In Our City Program Expands Free Park Classes Across Connecticut
The article highlights the 'Yoga In Our City' program, which offers free yoga classes in public parks across Connecticut, including Edgewood, Scantlebury, and East Rock parks in New Haven. Founded in 2012, the initiative aims to make yoga accessible to…
Hartford & New Haven, CT, August 24, 2026 —
Free Yoga Classes Offered in Connecticut Parks Through ‘Yoga In Our City’ Initiative
The ‘Yoga In Our City’ program is bringing free yoga classes to public parks throughout Connecticut, with a particular focus on making wellness accessible to all residents. The initiative, founded in 2012, has grown to offer its services in multiple locations, including Edgewood, Scantlebury, and East Rock parks in New Haven.
The core mission of ‘Yoga In Our City’ is to remove barriers to practicing yoga, providing opportunities for community members to engage in physical activity and mindfulness without cost. Since its inception, the program has strived to foster community engagement and promote overall well-being across the state.
In recent times, the program has seen expansion, bolstered by support from the City of Hartford and ConnectiCare. This backing has enabled ‘Yoga In Our City’ to reach a wider array of communities and adapt its offerings to ensure sessions are both inclusive and accessible to a diverse range of participants. The program continues to evolve, seeking to meet the wellness needs of the communities it serves through its consistent presence in public green spaces.
Story summarized from the original created by Lisa Reisman on www.newhavenindependent.org, see more information here.
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