Group fitness/wellness classes are provided at the 4 campus recreation centers, free of charge to all users (students, faculty, staff, and recreation members). The daily schedule can be viewed here https://go.rutgers.edu/recfitness or on RUREC2GO app. Please note, schedule is subject to change. All classes are first come/first serve (reservations are not available). Please arrive 10-15 […]
Together in Motion 5K and Wellness Day event is an inclusive wellness event held in recognition of Mental Health Awareness Month. Participants are invited to run, walk, or wheel, and are encouraged to bring children, strollers, and pets. The event also features music, food, activities, and a raffle for all attendees, creating a fun and […]
Join us every Wednesday in Spring 2026 semester, running 1/28 – 4/29 to take a pause from your busy week by relaxing your mind and body with your fellow graduate students. Mat Pilates builds strength, flexibility, and stability using controlled, low-impact movements that emphasize core support and proper alignment. It helps improve posture, balance, and […]
Group fitness/wellness classes are provided at the 4 campus recreation centers, free of charge to all users (students, faculty, staff, and recreation members). The daily schedule can be viewed here https://go.rutgers.edu/recfitness or on RUREC2GO app. Please note, schedule is subject to change. All classes are first come/first serve (reservations are not available). Please arrive 10-15 […]
Together in Motion 5K and Wellness Day event is an inclusive wellness event held in recognition of Mental Health Awareness Month. Participants are invited to run, walk, or wheel, and are encouraged to bring children, strollers, and pets. The event also features music, food, activities, and a raffle for all attendees, creating a fun and […]
Please join us for this FREE event! Prizes, snacks and giveaways!! Location: Alexander Library, The Hatchery (downstairs)
The Rutgers Art Network invites you to a quick mid-day stretch break, designed to release tension and provide simple strategies to take back to your office or classroom. Grab and go food will be provided. This workshop will be led by Frederick Curry, Associate Professor in the Dance Department of Mason Gross School of the […]
Join us every Wednesday in Spring 2026 semester, running 1/28 – 4/29 to take a pause from your busy week by relaxing your mind and body with your fellow graduate students. Mat Pilates builds strength, flexibility, and stability using controlled, low-impact movements that emphasize core support and proper alignment. It helps improve posture, balance, and […]
Enjoy this easy 6.5-mile trail along gurgling streams and rolling hills in the beautiful Morristown National Historical Park. We will be taking the Grand Loop Trail, originally patrolled by the Continental Army during the Revolutionary War. Jockey Hollow housed the main Continental Army, with over 10,000 soldiers, during the “Hard Winter” of 1779-1780. This is […]
Our personal trainers are here to guide you through the fundamentals of strength training and ensure that you get a great workout while learning how to lift weights correctly and effectively. Our workouts are carefully designed to promote a full body workout including strength, flexibility, and cardiovascular exercises. You will learn how to use various […]
Mount Tammany in the Delaware Water Gap is by far one of our long-time staff favorite hikes. This is a shorter hike with a good elevation gain and sweeping views of the mountains of Pennsylvania as well as the river. The going is rocky, but the views and waterfalls keep us coming back again and […]
Group fitness/wellness classes are provided at the 4 campus recreation centers, free of charge to all users (students, faculty, staff, and recreation members). The daily schedule can be viewed here https://go.rutgers.edu/recfitness or on RUREC2GO app. Please note, schedule is subject to change. All classes are first come/first serve (reservations are not available). Please arrive 10-15 […]
Step into spring with the RU Rec 2-Week Step Challenge (Apr 13–26)! 🚶♀️ Join the fun with Rutgers Recreation and start logging your steps for a chance to win prizes sponsored by IKEA. Log any steps to enter weekly raffles for Amazon gift cards. Reach 52,500 steps per week or 105,000 total steps to unlock […]
Together in Motion 5K and Wellness Day event is an inclusive wellness event held in recognition of Mental Health Awareness Month. Participants are invited to run, walk, or wheel, and are encouraged to bring children, strollers, and pets. The event also features music, food, activities, and a raffle for all attendees, creating a fun and […]
Come join The Vicious Cycle and H.O.P.E for an event filled with free coffee, giveaways, and great conversations. The Vicious Cycle will be serving cold brew coffee from its coffee bike while H.O.P.E is hosting a pop-up shop for RU WRAPPED. Win prizes by participating in our trivia games or condom relay race! Location: Voorhees […]
Stop in and join Rutgers Health, Outreach, Promotion & Education, along with your peers, as we examine how changes to our nightly routine can improve sleep habits naturally. Have fun creating soothing sleep masks and a sleep kit to help you relax and get some quality zzzzzz time! All attendees will receive free swag, a […]
Stop by the Tail Wagging Tuesday Pop-Up Petting Zoo hosted by Residence Life for Mental Health & Wellness Week. Spend a few moments connecting with friendly animals, relaxing outdoors, and enjoying a pause in your day.
Join us for a relaxing yoga session in the Zimmerli Art Museum on the third Wednesday of each month during the academic year. Surrounded by inspiring works of art, this all-levels class offers a peaceful midweek reset in a unique and creative setting. Advance registration is suggested, but limited walk-in spots are available. We recommend […]
Join CAPS Clinicians, Staff, and Student Wellness Champions for an amazing interactive event to promote student wellness! On April 15th from 11-4pm, experience live music, snacks, wellness activities and more. Please share widely with staff and students.
Join us every Wednesday in Spring 2026 semester, running 1/28 – 4/29 to take a pause from your busy week by relaxing your mind and body with your fellow graduate students. Mat Pilates builds strength, flexibility, and stability using controlled, low-impact movements that emphasize core support and proper alignment. It helps improve posture, balance, and […]
As many faculty, staff, and graduate students of Rutgers often find themselves spending more time than they would wish sitting behind a screen, it is the goal of this session to provide stretching techniques you can use with little disruption to your day. Led by a Rutgers Recreation instructor, this session teaches stretches you can […]
In honor of Mental Health & Wellness Week, the Residential Care Team is hosting a series of events and activities focused on wellness. Events are free and open to all students. Pot your own small plant and build a personalized self-care plan for finals. Community based counselors will also be present to support a calming […]
Spinning is a great low-impact cardiovascular workout where you control your own intensity and pace. Our instructor will guide and motivate you through a Sing-Along themed class featuring all the songs you know the words to. Open to all fitness and experience levels.In this beginner friendly class, the instructor will explain the basics of spinning […]
The BATONA (BAck-TO-NAture) Trail is a 53-mile hiking route that weaves through dense pine forest, swampy wetlands, and long-forgotten small towns in the beautiful New Jersey Pine Barrens. On this introductory 2-night backpacking trip, our experienced guides will lead you through a section of the Batona Trail while teaching you some basic backcountry skills and […]
This event provides the opportunity to start your morning with 30 minutes of dedicated stretching to relax the muscles and enter the workday calm and focused. A Rutgers Recreation instructor will guide you in movements aimed at releasing stored-up tension, promote healthy blood flow in the body, and reduce mental fog that can come with […]
In honor of Mental Health & Wellness Week, the Residential Care Team is hosting a series of events and activities focused on wellness. Events are free and open to all students! Celebrate the end of the Mental Health and Wellness Week with games, music, campus partners, and an ice cream truck. Learn about year-round wellness […]
Wellness Through Clay offers Rutgers students, faculty, and staff a chance to unwind, de-stress, and build meaningful connections through hands-on pottery workshops. Participants join small-group sessions that blend clay creation and glazing to promote relaxation, creativity, and social connection. Facilitators guide and support participants working in pairs or groups, fostering a welcoming, judgment-free environment. Our […]
Together in Motion 5K and Wellness Day event is an inclusive wellness event held in recognition of Mental Health Awareness Month. Participants are invited to run, walk, or wheel, and are encouraged to bring children, strollers, and pets. The event also features music, food, activities, and a raffle for all attendees, creating a fun and […]
Group fitness/wellness classes are provided at the 4 campus recreation centers, free of charge to all users (students, faculty, staff, and recreation members). The daily schedule can be viewed here https://go.rutgers.edu/recfitness or on RUREC2GO app. Please note, schedule is subject to change. All classes are first come/first serve (reservations are not available). Please arrive 10-15 […]
Join us every Wednesday in Spring 2026 semester, running 1/28 – 4/29 to take a pause from your busy week by relaxing your mind and body with your fellow graduate students. Mat Pilates builds strength, flexibility, and stability using controlled, low-impact movements that emphasize core support and proper alignment. It helps improve posture, balance, and […]
Wellness Through Clay offers Rutgers students, faculty, and staff a chance to unwind, de-stress, and build meaningful connections through hands-on pottery workshops. Participants join small-group sessions that blend clay creation and glazing to promote relaxation, creativity, and social connection. Facilitators guide and support participants working in pairs or groups, fostering a welcoming, judgment-free environment. Our […]
Harriman State Park is a classic example of the natural beauty New York State has to offer, and it is a great overnight excursion for those who want an introduction to backpacking, regardless of their outdoor experience. We provide the most crucial equipment; all you need to bring is a refillable water jug and appropriate […]
Strengthen your body and mind while embracing the vibrant rhythm of Afrobeats! Start with Pilates-inspired exercises to build core strength and mobility, followed by dynamic Afrobeats choreography that energizes and empowers. End with a restorative stretch to leave you feeling strong, confident, and refreshed. AfroFit Fusion is perfect for all experience levels, blending dance and […]
Group fitness/wellness classes are provided at the 4 campus recreation centers, free of charge to all users (students, faculty, staff, and recreation members). The daily schedule can be viewed here https://go.rutgers.edu/recfitness or on RUREC2GO app. Please note, schedule is subject to change. All classes are first come/first serve (reservations are not available). Please arrive 10-15 […]
Join us every Wednesday in Spring 2026 semester, running 1/28 – 4/29 to take a pause from your busy week by relaxing your mind and body with your fellow graduate students. Mat Pilates builds strength, flexibility, and stability using controlled, low-impact movements that emphasize core support and proper alignment. It helps improve posture, balance, and […]
