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Featured Co-op Connection Business – Green Mountain Adventures

Spring is finally here, and with it comes that familiar itch to plan your next Vermont adventure. Whether you’re dreaming of backcountry trails, mountain-fed rivers, or just a weekend escape close to home, Green Mountain Adventures—located right on Middlebury’s Main Street—is the place to start. They offer top-tier gear, guided outdoor experiences, and one of the best local summer camps around. Member-owners enjoy a 10% off their purchases year-round, and we’re thrilled to spotlight this local institution as April’s Co-op Connection featured business! 

A Family-Owned Business with Deep Roots

Green Mountain Adventures is co-owned by Steve and Marion Atocha, who first opened the business (originally called Middlebury Mountaineer) back in 1998 in a small space above the Storm Café on Mill Street. Since then, the shop has moved a few times—first to the old Ben & Jerry’s spot on Park Street, then a bit further up the street next to the Sheldon Museum—before finally landing, in 2017, at their current, sunny Main Street location. It’s the space they’d always hoped for: centrally located and easy to find, with a steady stream of locals and out-of-towners alike.

The Family

Steve and Marion Atocha co-own Green Mountain Adventures. On the store’s webpage, Steve is described as a father, a fly fishing enthusiast, and a certified American Canoe Association Kayaking Instructor. He spends his free time hiking for out-of-the-way fishing holes or backcountry skiing on the Lincoln Gap. Marion serves as a clothing buyer for the store, and divides her time between the shop and working full-time as a nurse in Bristol. An avid hiker, swimmer, and Nordic skier, Marion’s real passion is raising her three boys and working on her family farm. In true family business fashion, their boys pitch in as part of the Green Mountain Adventures team. 

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Steve Atocha with his sons

 

Quality Gear & Rentals for Every Season

Green Mountain Adventures is known for carrying high-quality outdoor gear and apparel, with a focus on brands that hold up to Vermont’s rugged landscape. You’ll find gear from Patagonia, Prana, Blundstone, Darn Tough, Howler Bros., Hydro Flask, Yeti, and more. In winter, they’re a go-to destination for Nordic skis, boots, poles, wax, and accessories from trusted brands like Rossignol, Fischer, Swix, Salomon, and Craft.

Not ready to buy? They offer rental and lease options year-round, so you can test out top-tier gear before committing—or simply grab what you need for a weekend trip without having to invest.

 

Guided Trips for All Experience Levels

For those who want a more hands-on introduction to Vermont’s outdoors, Green Mountain Adventures offers guided trips for fly fishing, kayaking, paddleboarding, snowshoeing, backcountry skiing, hiking, and even rock climbing. Whether you’re a beginner or someone looking to refine your skills, they can customize a full or half-day adventure that fits your goals. Guides are experienced, knowledgeable, and deeply familiar with the local terrain.

Unforgettable Summer Camps for Kids

Green Mountain Adventures also runs one of the most beloved summer day camps in the region. Now in its 26th season, the camp serves kids ages 6–15 and offers an immersive experience in the wild landscapes that surround us—from rivers and cliffs to wooded trails and glacial swimming holes. Campers might spend one day paddling, another hiking or biking, and another tubing or rock climbing, all led by experienced local guides.

Camp groups are intentionally small, with a low camper-to-guide ratio (max 6:1), and the culture is all about building confidence, connection, and a sense of belonging. As Steve puts it, “We encourage a ‘come as you are’ ethic where campers can be fully themselves, without external pressure to act or perform in a certain way.” Over the years, many campers have returned summer after summer, forming deep friendships and memories that stick.

 

Plan Your Visit

Green Mountain Adventures is more than just a gear shop—it’s a community hub for outdoor adventure. Whether you’re shopping for new equipment, booking a guided trip, or looking for a meaningful summer camp for your child, they’ve got you covered.

Don’t forget: Co-op member-owners receive 10% off year-round—just show your member card at checkout. Stop in this month to take advantage of the deal, explore what’s new, and start planning your next adventure.

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Spotlight on Big Picture Farm

This week’s Member Deal Spotlight features a producer we’re proud to have on our shelves: Big Picture Farm, a goat dairy and farmstead confectionery located in Townshend, Vermont. Their focus on environmental stewardship, humane treatment of animals, and thoughtfully made food makes them a natural fit for our community of shoppers. And from April 15-21, Members enjoy 20% off their delicious line of products. 

Family in a field with their dog
Photo courtesy of Big Picture Farm

Big Picture Farm was founded by Louisa Conrad and Lucas Farrell—artists who became farmers with a vision of raising goats and making something meaningful from their milk. Their small herd of pasture-raised goats is at the center of their operation, and you’ll see them (the goats) featured proudly on their packaging. Each one has a name and personality, and the farmers make it clear they’re the heart of the farm.

Sustainable and Humane from the Start

The farm is solar-powered, uses zero-waste packaging, and holds Certified Animal Welfare Approved status—one of the highest animal welfare standards out there. Their goats spend their lives outdoors on pasture, and the team is deeply committed to making choices that are good for the land, the animals, and the people who enjoy their caramels.

Goats in a field
Photo courtesy of Big Picture Farm

Award-Winning, for Good Reason

Big Picture Farm has earned multiple national awards, including several Good Food Awards and Best Confection at the Fancy Food Show. Their Sea Salt & Vanilla caramel is a classic, but they offer a range of rotating seasonal flavors, too—each one rich, creamy, and a little bit addictive.

 

Boxes of caramels on a wooden table
Photo courtesy of Big Picture Farm

20% off for Members April 15-21

Now’s a great time to try them (or stock up) while they’re on sale for members. Whether you’re picking up a treat for yourself or a gift for someone else, these are the kind of sweets you can feel good about.

A Different Kind of Coffee Supply Chain

We’ve partnered with Equal Exchange to offer Organic BioRevolution coffee – available only at food co-ops. What makes it special? A fully cooperative supply chain and added impact: for every pound purchased, 50¢ supports farmer-led environmental resilience projects.

Cooperative Power, From Farm to Shelf
From cultivation to your cup, this coffee moves through a network of co-ops. Small-scale farmers grow and process the coffee through their own cooperatives. Equal Exchange – a worker-owned co-op – sources, imports, and roasts it, paying premiums that support organic farming, quality, and community-led projects. They then sell it to food co-ops like ours, building relationships rooted in transparency, shared values, and long-term commitment.

This creates a unique co-op to co-op to co-op supply chain – connecting our members not just to one farm, but to dozens of farmer co-ops, and by extension, hundreds of individual farmers. Because Organic BioRevolution is sold only in food co-ops, that connection extends across co-op communities nationwide. What looks like a simple bag of coffee is actually a network of people working together to build a different kind of food system.

Environmental Innovation, Led by Farmers
The farmers behind this coffee are also committed to organic, restorative practices that work with ecosystems rather than against them. In response to growing climate challenges, Equal Exchange created the BioRevolution fund – contributing 50¢ per pound sold to support farmer-led innovation. Thanks to co-op shoppers, this fund has already directed over $100,000 toward projects that strengthen environmental resilience.

These efforts include farmer exchanges to share knowledge across regions, the development of “living fertilizers” made from local microbes to improve soil health and plant resilience, and integrating native stingless bees into farming systems. These bees boost pollination, support biodiversity, and produce high-quality hone – adding both ecological and economic benefits.

Why It Matters
Organic BioRevolution is more than a coffee – it’s a way to support cooperative ownership, environmental stewardship, and a global network of farmers and communities working toward a more resilient future.

Spotlight on Klinger’s Bakery

Our Member Deals Spotlight this week is Klinger’s Bread Company, a Burlington-based bakery known for its traditional European-style artisan loaves. From March 18–24, Co-op member-owners receive 20% off Klinger’s full line of fresh-baked breads.

 

Founded in 1993 by the Klingebiel family, Klinger’s has been producing hearth-baked breads in Vermont for more than three decades. Their loaves are made using time-honored techniques: slow-developed starters, long fermentation, and careful hand shaping before baking in a French brick oven. The result is bread with real structure and flavor — crusty on the outside, tender and chewy within.

Klinger’s breads are made with simple, high-quality ingredients and the patience that good bread requires. It’s the kind of loaf that turns a simple meal into something memorable — and a reminder that great bread doesn’t need to be complicated to be exceptional.

Business of the Month: Middlebury Fitness

We invite you to check out this month’s featured Co-op Connection Business — Middlebury Fitness! Flash your Co-op member-owner card and you’ll receive 50% off your enrollment fee! Read on to learn more about what this community wellness center has to offer:

 

 

Middlebury Fitness is a community health and wellness center founded in 1997 that puts its members’ needs first. Their facility features a wide variety of the most current strength and cardio equipment by the leading brands in the industry. Is group fitness your thing? They offer a variety of live and remote programs and group fitness classes to meet the diverse and ever-changing needs of their member base, ranging from ages 13 to 93. Click here for their class calendar and descriptions. Other services and amenities include personal training, sport-specific athletic performance training, nutrition consultations with Registered Dietician Amy Rice of Champlain Nutrition Solutions, and more!

The crew at Middlebury Fitness is incredibly proud to be so active in this great community and annually receives recognition and awards for various initiatives. For the past four consecutive years, they have received the United Way of Addison County’s “Partner Award” for an annual event that has raised $60,000 for our local friends and families in need since 2014. Wow!! They were also the 2018 recipients of the prestigious BOB (Best of Business) award in the Health Club category by Vermont Business Magazine. 

At Middlebury Fitness they understand that you have options when it comes to your health and fitness needs. They aim to meet and exceed their members’ expectations every day and believe they have some of the most attentive, caring, professional, and knowledgeable instructors, personal trainers, and staff you will find. Their ultimate goal at Midd Fit is to ensure that each of their members achieves their personal fitness goals while experiencing exceptional customer service in a supportive atmosphere of fun and camaraderie.

If you are a current member, they’d like to extend a sincere THANK YOU for being a part of the Midd Fit family! If you are not yet a member, please visit and let Middlebury Fitness guide you through your fitness journey today! And don’t forget to mention that you’re a Co-op member-owner!

Mary Hogan Fifth Graders Investigate Buying Decisions at the Co-op

Last week, we had the pleasure of welcoming Jessica McColly’s 5th grade class from Mary Hogan Elementary School to the Co-op. The students are currently learning about how consumers and businesses make buying decisions – including discussions about fair trade, supply chains, and the ways everyday purchases can affect workers and farmers. We were glad to open our doors for a hands-on activity that brought those ideas into the real world.

After a brief discussion about what influences buying choices – price, need, familiarity, supply – students paired off, grabbed clipboards, and headed into the store. Their assignment wasn’t to decide what people should buy. Instead, they were asked to investigate why a grocery store might choose to carry certain products in the first place.

Each pair rotated through departments – produce, dairy, bulk, and grocery – answering the same set of questions in each space. They compared local and non-local foods. They examined different versions of the same item – organic and non-organic, store brand and national brand.

They considered what might make a product easier or harder to keep on the shelf if something changes. They also looked at familiar, widely expected foods that shoppers rely on, even if those items aren’t local.

When we gathered back together, the conversation was thoughtful and wide-ranging.

Students noticed that some foods simply don’t grow in Vermont, but might be in season somewhere else. They observed price differences and talked about how offering multiple options helps different families shop in one place. They considered what might happen if a popular item disappeared from the shelves. They wrestled with the idea that staying financially healthy is part of what allows a community-owned store to support local farmers, employ staff, and continue serving the community.

One theme surfaced again and again: tradeoffs. No single product accomplishes every goal. A grocery store – especially a co-op – has to balance supporting local producers, offering accessible choices, remaining resilient when supply chains shift, and meeting the everyday needs of its customers. It’s not about perfect decisions. It’s about how those decisions add up over time. Walking the aisles as investigators rather than shoppers sparked questions we don’t always stop to ask.

We’re grateful to Jessica McColly and the Mary Hogan fifth graders for spending their morning with us and for bringing such curiosity to the conversation. We’re always glad to welcome students into the store as part of their learning, and look forward to meeting next year’s class of 5th graders! 

Spotlight on Lake Champlain Chocolates

Just in time for Valentine’s day, this month we’re casting our Co-op Spotlight on a local favorite – Lake Champlain Chocolates! All of their mouth-watering chocolates are 20% off for member-owners from February 4-10. Read on to learn more about this local confectionery that has called Vermont home for 40 years.

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History:

The story of Lake Champlain Chocolates began in 1983, when founder Jim Lampman dared the pastry chef at Burlington’s Ice House Restaurant to create a better truffle than the ones he had been buying as holiday gifts for his staff. Together, they began making hand-rolled, creamy truffles that quickly stood apart—and the rest, as they say, is history.

Sourcing Matters:

From the very beginning—long before “eating local” was a common refrain—Lake Champlain Chocolates has been committed to sourcing Vermont-grown ingredients whenever possible. They understood early on that using high-quality Vermont honey, maple syrup, and fresh dairy from local farmers and producers would lead to better chocolate, plain and simple.

The goal has always been to bring you their best: chocolate that amazes with exquisite flavor and creates a moment of pure joy. That commitment is why they’ve never added preservatives, extenders, or unnecessary additives, and why they’ve worked diligently to remove GMOs from all of their chocolates while using organic and Fairtrade-certified ingredients whenever possible. With each new product, the goal remains the same—to create something special and offer the best possible experience.

Eric Lampman in the Dominican Republic

A Family Affair:

Lake Champlain Chocolates is a second-generation, family-owned business—much like the Vermont family farms that supply them with butter, cream, maple syrup, and honey. The same is true of the generations of cacao farmers in places like the Dominican Republic and Guatemala, with whom they maintain direct partnerships.

Today, Jim’s son and daughter, Eric and Ellen, are shaping the future of Lake Champlain Chocolates by developing award-winning organic products and leading sustainable sourcing initiatives. Along the way, they continue to follow the Lampman family principles: dare to do better, always do it with passion, and do it your way.

The Lampman Family

Fairtrade:

Making great-tasting chocolate is hard work, and the team at Lake Champlain Chocolates believes that everyone involved in the process deserves to be treated and compensated fairly—and that their work should have a positive impact on both local and global communities.

When you purchase Fairtrade-certified chocolate, more money goes directly back to farmers, helping them lift themselves out of poverty and build better lives for their families. Fairtrade certification also provides additional premiums for community development, prohibits forced and child labor, and supports environmentally sustainable farming practices. You can indulge your sweet tooth knowing that 100% of the chocolate used by Lake Champlain Chocolates is Fairtrade certified.

Why Buy Fairtrade Certified Chocolate?

  • Farmers and workers are justly compensated and provided safe working conditions, including protections against forced and child labor.

  • Farmers are empowered to build sustainable businesses that strengthen their communities.

  • Cocoa farmers and cooperatives receive additional Fairtrade premiums to invest in community development.

  • Farming communities gain skills to better participate in—and benefit from—the free market.

  • Farming villages become stronger stewards of the environment by using sustainable practices that protect habitats and increase biodiversity.

 

B Corp Certification:

Lake Champlain Chocolates joined a growing global community of more than 2,500 certified B Corporations united by a shared goal: redefining what success in business looks like. Rather than focusing solely on profit, certified B Corporations are part of a worldwide movement using business as a force for good. They meet rigorous standards for social and environmental performance, transparency, and accountability, and commit to using the power of business to help address social and environmental challenges.

Unlike certifications that focus on individual products, B Corporation certification evaluates the entire business—assessing annual impact across the environment, workers, customers, community, and governance. This purpose-driven model is designed to create benefits for all stakeholders, not just shareholders.

For Lake Champlain Chocolates, these performance standards offer a meaningful third-party measure, assuring customers and suppliers that their business practices meet the highest standards. “Achieving B Corp Certification is the next step toward fulfilling our vision of becoming the gold standard of chocolate companies in the United States—a respected leader other companies aspire to be,” says Eric Lampman, President of Lake Champlain Chocolates. “For more than 35 years, our practices have been guided by one core value: everything must measure up to the chocolate. That includes making a positive impact on our local and global communities by respecting our employees, building long-term partnerships with our suppliers, and practicing environmental responsibility.”

 

 

 

Featured Co-op Connection Business – Otter Creek Yoga

Carrying the weight of the world in your neck and shoulders? Craving a moment to breathe and reconnect? Otter Creek Yoga, this month’s Co-op Connection featured business, is here to help. Co-op member-owners enjoy their first class free—just let them know you’re a member!

 

For over 20 years, Otter Creek Yoga has been a cornerstone of healing and self-discovery in Addison County. As the area’s first yoga studio, they continue to offer a peaceful space for relaxation and growth. Located in Middlebury’s historic Marbleworks, their bright, serene studio hosts classes throughout the day, evening, and weekends for all levels of experience—no prior yoga experience required.

Their dedicated team of seven certified instructors, led by founder and director Joanna Colwell, teaches a range of yoga styles to fit different needs. If you’re unsure where to start, send them an e-mail or give them a call—they’re happy to help guide you to the right class. Or explore on your own; click here to explore the schedule and class descriptions. 

Otter Creek Yoga is also deeply committed to accessibility and inclusion. Through their Yoga Equity Project,  individuals who are part of the global majority (BIPOC) can access free yoga classes or even receive compensation for attending. This eight-week Gentle Yoga Series, led by Sasha Finnell, fosters an inclusive and nurturing environment designed for comfort, healing, and community.

To learn more or register for the series, reach out to Joanna directly.

Whether you’re new to yoga or a long-time practitioner, Otter Creek Yoga welcomes you to reconnect with yourself and your community.

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Why I Serve: MNFC Board Members Share Their Stories

Amanda Warren

Why I serve on the Board: We are all familiar with the refrain “voting with your dollars.” I spend my money at the Co-op because I believe in this idea, and I choose to be a member of the Board of Directors because I similarly believe in the concept of “voting with your time.” Each time I engage in Board work, I am grateful for how this model of ownership and governance is different from conventional grocery stores–our Co-op exists to benefit our community, and recirculate wealth, rather than the traditional model of extracting wealth to benefit a small number of shareholders. This is remarkable. 

My favorite co-op item: Bonté Bakery’s olive & rosemary bread

 About me: Much of my days revolve around planning and cooking meals for my seven year old and four year old twins! When I’m not cooking and eating, I love knitting, gardening and fly-fishing. I also own and operate my own business selling my handmade pottery.

 

Barbara Hofer

Why I serve on the board: Co-ops serve as a place to put our values into action, and I care deeply about “food for people, not for profit,” the guiding slogan of early food co-ops – and appreciate that whatever profit we do make goes back into the community and not to a corporate headquarters. I feel fortunate to be able to work with such caring and engaged board members and the General Manager to represent member owners in ensuring that the organization is living up to our guiding principles. My favorite Co-op item: I don’t think of the co-op in regard to specific items as much as I do in regard to the experience of shopping there! I deeply appreciate the way the staff make everyone welcome and how knowledgeable and helpful they are, and I love the spontaneous conversations with people I might not see otherwise, as well as the discovery of new products and the delight of old favorites. 

About me: A MNFC member since I moved to Middlebury in 1998, I’m a sometimes retired psychology professor. I research, write, and speak about science denial and what to do about it. I enjoy running, biking, hiking, yoga, traveling, and spending time with my twin grandsons. 

 

Caroline Corrente

Why I serve: MNFC is not just a place to buy healthy & delicious food – it is a vital part of our community and local economy. I am lucky enough to have firsthand experience selling my product through the Co-op. When I started out, the employees showed me guidance and patience, and put faith in my food. This is what the Co-op does: it constantly supports our local farmers, makers, and producers;  amplifies the voices of those doing good work; and fosters a sense of community–all while investing money and resources back into our local economy. I feel compelled to serve on the Board of Directors to augment the impact and reach of the Co-op’s community engagement and local economic development.

Favorite coop item: So many to choose from! Yalla hummus, Downhill Bread, Jasper Hill’s Harbison cheese (preferably all at the same time). Followed by their peanut butter covered pretzels. 

About me: My life revolves around good food. I own Haymaker Bun Company in Middlebury & Burlington. I spend most of my time thinking about what to put on menus, what produce is in season, what bun flavor combinations sound good, and what’s for dinner. When I am not thinking about food I am probably walking my dog, riding my bike, xc skiing, or spending time with my husband & two sons at our home in Middlebury. 

 

Caryne Eskridge 

Why I serve on the Board: I find the Co-op’s community ownership model a powerful and compelling way to meet communal needs and share power. As a pastor and mental health worker, I spend a lot of time working with others toward wholeness and justice. I believe that healthier, stronger communities are essential, and our Co-op is part of that strength and cooperation. I love serving on the Board because I get to work with a fantastic team of people to keep our Co-op strong and I get to learn about our vibrant local food system along the way. A win-win!

My favorite co-op item: My top three favorites right now are: Downhill Bread Fennel Sesame Sourdough, Blue Ledge Farm Camembrie, and the Co-op made Chocolate Pudding 

About me: I have (unintentionally) lived in 4 places in a row that start with “New:” Newport RI, New Orleans LA, New Haven CT and now New Haven VT. My favorite things are cooking,  eating, hanging out with my dog Sammy, spending time with my partner and with friends, mountain-biking, and playing games and puzzles. 

 

Cody Mears

Why I serve on the board: In my experience Middlebury Natural Foods Co-op has been a place of constant community and connection. It plays a key role in our local food system, supporting hundreds of Vermont’s producers. Whether I’m helping out with a delivery for my wife’s family’s farm or just heading in to pick up some groceries, I always value my time spent at the Co-op. I serve on the Board of Directors to foster a closer connection to the Co-op, our food system and the member community.    

My favorite co-op item: Golden Russet Farm produce, polenta sourdough from Downhill Bread, any light roast from Brio Coffeeworks and Aqua ViTea ginger kombucha. 

About me: I’m a lifelong Vermonter with a passion for cooking, baking and turning on my snowboard. I work in marketing for an outdoor clothing company and on my wife’s family’s organic vegetable and flower farm.

 

Erin Buckwalter 

Why I serve on the board: I believe that a better food and farming system is not only possible, but is critical to our collective thriving future– and I see the Middlebury Co-op as key to this locally. I am grateful for the Co-op and am honored to be able to participate in the democratic processes of our Co-op to support others in keeping more of our dollars and decisions local! 

My favorite co-op item: Wow – I have so many! I almost always leave with an Aqua ViTea Blueberry Social Kombucha and possibly some dolmas too.

About me: I have worked at the Northeast Organic Farming Association of Vermont (NOFA-VT) since 2010 and have a master’s degree in Community Development & Applied Economics. My partner and I live in Starksboro with our two young sons and have a small maple syrup operation.

 

Ollie Cultrara 

Why I serve on the board: The Co-op is a place where we get to practice leading with our values, and exploring what shared, cooperative leadership can look like. MNFC is a leader in many ways in consumer co-op governance, and it’s exciting to know that what we are building on a local level can have an impact across the country. Personally, I’ve benefited from training and mentorship that prepared me to become board Treasurer, and I learn a lot by keeping an eye on the Co-op’s and board’s finances.

My favorite co-op item: Every time I get to visit the Co-op (now that I’m based in Massachusetts), I make sure to stock up on Champlain Orchards cider and unscented local soaps. 

About me: I’m happiest cooking and eating with loved ones, giving great hugs, and being outside. I am working as a butcher at a specialty food shop that I sure wish was a co-op! I am grateful for the opportunity to continue serving on the board remotely.

 

Samantha Langevin

Why I serve on the board: One of my favorite things about Vermont is its genuine and open support for local food.  Local farmers, farm workers, and food producers are all members of our community and the MNFC is an important thread in the web that supports them to feed all of us.  I serve on the co-op board because I care deeply about local food systems and I know the MNFC does as well.  I also serve because I think representation is important, and that our leadership bodies should reflect their communities.  The MNFC is more than just a store (I have city friends that call it “the greatest grocery store on earth”) – It is a statement of our values as a community. 

My favorite co-op item: Cheese.  Even if I’m not buying cheese, I just have to go look.  Which usually means I am buying some. Vault No 5 is worth your time.

 About me: I am the Director of Partnerships & Community for Liberation Ecosystem, an organization that supports Vermonters of Color in Land, Environment, Agriculture, and Foodways.  I live on a small farm in Bristol with my partner, where I am usually found planning a meal, thinking about cake, or reading science fiction.

Business of the Month: Vermont Sun Fitness Centers

Looking for a great way to jump start the new year? Check out Vermont Sun! They’re our featured Co-op Connection Business this month and they offer 50% off their enrollment fee to Co-op member-owners!

Vermont Sun has been keeping our community fit since 1985. Whether you’re visiting their facilities in Middlebury or Vergennes, you’ll find their clubs geared up with the essential elements of a great workout. Their fitness equipment vendors are the best in the industry, and their club owners stay current with the latest technology! They offer a wide variety of cardio, strength, and free weight equipment to ensure that you get the best possible workout.

FACILITIES AND PROGRAMMING

Both Vermont Sun locations are open Monday thru Friday 6 am-8 pm, Saturday & Sunday 7:30 am-4 pm. This includes the pool as well! Vermont Sun’s two thousand square foot exercise room features a cushioned hardwood floor and is fully air-conditioned. Their top of the line sound system provides amazing sound quality for all group fitness classes.  All group fitness classes are included in most memberships at no extra charge. Find their class schedule on their website

Their facilities also offer racquetball courts, saunas, and indoor pools for lap swimming, rehab, or recreation.

Need help to ease safely back into a workout routine? Or maybe you’re just looking to set some new fitness and nutrition goals and could use a professional guide? Vermont Sun offers Personal Training services and Nutritional Counseling from a knowledgeable staff of certified, credentialed specialists.

In short, Vermont Sun has everything you need to help make your fitness goals a reality! Stop in and find out for yourself why they are voted the #1 Fitness Center in the region year after year! And don’t forget to tell them you’re a Co-op member-owner!