Wellbeing Workshops

Our vision is to build a movement of healthy habits. One of the ways we do that is through peer education. During these free workshops, our Peer Wellness Educators will share information, resources, and strategies for you to improve your wellbeing.

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We also can bring our workshops to you for FREE. It’s a perfect fit for academic classes, student organizations, residence halls, and student groups.

Wellbeing instructors pose for a photo on the stairs at Memorial Union.

Click the link above to register for our workshops at the Nick or at Bakke. These workshops are only open to students.

Wellness coaches lead a group coaching session for clients

Food for Thought: Introduction to Intuitive Eating

Join us for an interactive workshop exploring what it means to nourish your body intuitively, ways diet culture affects our relationship with food, and learn about the principles of intuitive eating. Participants will receive a free bento box.

Date, Time, & Location:

Tuesday, October 20, 6 – 7pm @ Bakke – Serenity Studio

Students with aprons in the Teaching Kitchen at Bakke Recreation & Wellbeing Center

Bites of Peer Wellness

Do you want to find the good in the present moment? Our Peer Wellness Educators will guide interactive activities and discussion on our topic of the day, gratitude. While learning about this practice groups will prepare their own granola mix to top a smoothie bowl made from scratch.

Date, Time, & Location:

Tuesday, October 27, 6 – 8pm @ Bakke – Wolf Teaching Kitchen

View of the Bakke's Tempo Studio

Grounded in Motion

Explore the connection and impact of physical activity on stress through reflection and mindful movement activities. Attendees will receive a cooling towel.

Date, Time, & Location:

Wednesday, November 3, 7 – 8pm @ Bakke – Tempo Studio

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Healthy or Hype? Navigating Wellness Trends

Join us for an interactive game focused on wellness trends. This workshop is for anyone looking to build confidence in making informed wellness choices while having fun, connecting with others, and identifying what personally supports their wellbeing. Participants will receive a free portable power bank.

Date, Time, & Location:

Wednesday, November 11, 6 – 7pm @ The Well at Union South

Man and woman talking amongst each other during the Wonder and Wander wellbeing workshop

Study Break at Bakke

Find your balance with finals preparation by taking a study break at Bakke! Join us for drop-in activities including coffee, tea, snacks, crafts, board games, and puzzles. In addition, the esports lounge and simulator suites will be open (reserve a suite online!). Come early and attend our free mindful meditation class from 4-4:30pm in Serenity!

Date, Time, & Location:

Thursday, December 10, 6:30 – 8:30pm @ Bakke Serenity Studio

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