Healthy Kids Day at the YMCA

Healthy Kids Day Held Sat., April 16- Activities for Area Families  

Ellington- On Saturday, April 16, the Indian Valley Family YMCA is encouraging all kids and parents in East Windsor, Ellington, Enfield, Rockville, Somers, South Windsor, Tolland, and Vernon to come to the Y for a play date and commit to being active every day. It’s all part of the YMCA’s Healthy Kids Day™ – the nation’s largest health day for families. The free event will take place at the Indian Valley Family YMCA from 12pm-3pm and features activities such as snacks with Whole Foods, FREE Child ID program-New York Life, physical activities for all ages, a visit with  "Stewie the Duck", a visit with the Ellington Fire Department, Car Seat Check with the Ellington Resident State Troopers, bounce house and more! As a leading nonprofit strengthening community through healthy living, the Y holds Healthy Kids Day to teach healthy habits to kids and inspire a lifetime love of physical activity. 

 “At the Indian Valley Family YMCA we know that parents struggle to find the time to incorporate more active play and healthier habits into their kids’ daily routine,” says, John L. Reilly, District Executive Director. “Doing so doesn’t have to require extra money or resources. It’s as simple as making a play date with your kids, with two key requirements – be active and have fun!” 

Healthy Kids Day is supported by the Ellington Fire Department, State of Connecticut Resident Troopers-Ellington, American Heart Association, American Diabetes Association and other great partners like Whole Foods, Stew Leonard's, New York Life, Power of the Drum, Music Together, Hidden Dragon Karate, Laughing Cow Cheese, Pedal Power, Rise Above, ECHN, and Charisse Muriel Esthetician.

Nationally, Healthy Kids Day is supported by the Dodge brand, PepsiCo and Sam’s Club.