Rutgers Rec – March Program Calendar
Check out our website to learn about all of the upcoming events and programs happening at Rutgers Rec during March and Women's History Month! https://recreation.rutgers.edu/
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April Recreation Program Calendar
Check out the upcoming events happening at Rutgers Recreation during the month of April! All info can be found on the Rec website: https://recreation.rutgers.edu/
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Search Inside Yourself (SIY) – Two-Day Workshop (Newark)
Search Inside Yourself teaches practical mindfulness, emotional intelligence and leadership tools to unlock your full potential, at work and in life. Join us for this effective two-day workshop. Registration required. Must commit to attending both days. Register here: https://rutgers.ca1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_6JSLmEZbAI6w1tc
**FULL** Embodied Wellness and Connection Through Polestar Pilates Mat (Series)
**FULL** Embodied Wellness and Connection Through Polestar Pilates Mat (Series)
Embodied Wellness and Connection Through Polestar Pilates Mat is to provide faculty and staff with a free, communal, embodied wellness process to combat stress and the negative impacts of highly sedentary work environments. Classes are held from 4:30pm - 5:30 pm on Thursdays, beginning 2/20/25 and running until 5/8/25. Location: Mason Gross School of the […]
Bob Ross Like a Boss – Paint and Sip (Session 1)
Bob Ross Like a Boss – Paint and Sip (Session 1)
Unleash your inner artist at Bob Ross Like A Boss, a paint & sip event where creativity flows as smoothly as our themed mocktails! Whether you want to follow along with a Bob Ross tutorial or free paint your own masterpiece, the choice is yours—because, like Bob, we believe there are no mistakes, just happy […]
Observe the night sky!
Observe the night sky!
Observe the night sky through a 20-inch optical telescope at the Robert A. Schommer Astronomical Observatory on Rutgers' Busch Campus. Public open viewing nights are scheduled for March 13, 20, & 27, weather permitting. Free admission! The observatory is open for two hours starting at 8:30 p.m. (October through March). Observing will be canceled for that […]
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Beginner Bird Walk and Scavenger Hunt
Beginner Bird Walk and Scavenger Hunt
Learn about our local backyard birds right on campus! Our journey will begin at the Rutgers Eco-Preserve Bird Feeder Station, which is managed by the Rutgers Wildlife Society and Rutgers University Birdwatching Association. We'll equip you with binoculars and briefly go over some free resources for learning more about wild birds. From there we'll go […]
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Wellness Through Clay Workshops – Workshop #3, Part 2 (Paint)
Wellness Through Clay Workshops – Workshop #3, Part 2 (Paint)
We hope you will join us for this two-part clay workshop with a focus on wellness! Four workshops will be offered during the spring semester. Each workshop will have two parts: Part 1: Create your clay piece during the first session. Part 2: After allowing your piece to dry for two weeks, return to apply […]
1 event,
3 events,
**FULL** Embodied Wellness and Connection Through Polestar Pilates Mat (Series)
**FULL** Embodied Wellness and Connection Through Polestar Pilates Mat (Series)
Embodied Wellness and Connection Through Polestar Pilates Mat is to provide faculty and staff with a free, communal, embodied wellness process to combat stress and the negative impacts of highly sedentary work environments. Classes are held from 4:30pm - 5:30 pm on Thursdays, beginning 2/20/25 and running until 5/8/25. Location: Mason Gross School of the […]
Observe the night sky!
Observe the night sky!
Observe the night sky through a 20-inch optical telescope at the Robert A. Schommer Astronomical Observatory on Rutgers' Busch Campus. Public open viewing nights are scheduled for March 13, 20, & 27, weather permitting. Free admission! The observatory is open for two hours starting at 8:30 p.m. (October through March). Observing will be canceled for that […]
2 events,
Awakening Through Zen Yoga: Special Sessions with Venerable Ingoong
This Zen Meditation and Mindfulness Workshop is a unique opportunity for participants to delve into Zen practices rooted in Buddhism, with a strong emphasis on inclusivity for all, regardless of religious background. The sessions will not only focus on the benefits of meditation and mindfulness for mental health and well-being, but also provide a non-religious […]
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Intro to Strength Training – Session 2 (Sat 4/12)
Intro to Strength Training – Session 2 (Sat 4/12)
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 […]
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Addressing Wellness through Kokedama Planting
Addressing Wellness through Kokedama Planting
Kokedama is a Japanese art form of growing various types of plants in moss ball plantings. In the Japanese culture, it is believed that kokedamas absorb bad energy and bring peace of mind. The act of planting and cultivating a kokedama can also be a source of meditative tranquility. This one-hour session will introduce attendees […]
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FREE! THE DEVIL AND DAISY DIRT: A Garden State Gothic, Alt-Folk Event
FREE! THE DEVIL AND DAISY DIRT: A Garden State Gothic, Alt-Folk Event
Don't miss the event Weird NJ calls "the most original, Jersey-centric and downright weird presentation in our state's theatrical history!" As heard on WNYC!, and as seen in Weird New Jersey! Written and directed by RU's own Alex Dawson, who teaches creative writing with a focus on folklore, weird fiction, and the dark fantastic, hosts […]
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Scarlet Speaker Series Featuring Tan France (star of Netflix “Queer Eye”)
Scarlet Speaker Series Featuring Tan France (star of Netflix “Queer Eye”)
Join us for a discussion with Tan France, the star of Netflix's Emmy-winning series Queer Eye. Tan is also a best selling author of Naturally Tan, podcaster, fashion designer and entrepreneur. Seats are limited and must be reserved on getINVOLVED! This event is open to Rutgers Students, Faculty, and Staff. 10 Students from the RSVP […]
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ScarletFit: Wellness Through Movement & Connection!
ScarletFit: Wellness Through Movement & Connection!
Looking for a way to get active, connect with colleagues, and enjoy time in nature? ScarletFit welcomes faculty and staff across Rutgers–New Brunswick (including Graduate Assistants, Research Assistants, and student workers) to come together for movement, community, and wellness. Whether you prefer to stretch, walk, or run – come as you are and be part […]
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NASM Certified Personal Trainer Course (6/3-7/3): Registration Ends 5/29/25
This 5-week in-person learning course will teach all required components of the NASM-CPT exam in a learning-friendly environment. This class will meet twice weekly in person and will be taught by a Rutgers fitness professional. You will receive lecture PowerPoint slides, assigned chapter readings, quizzes, and discussion questions to best support and guide the student […]
$750.00 – $900.00
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Men and Trust
Men and Trust
Climb higher and dig deeper - Join us for Men and Trust, an experiential rock-climbing workshop where we explore the foundations of trust in ourselves and others through movement, challenge, and conversation. Open to men or anyone who identifies with masculinity in any way. Location: College Ave. Gym, Rock Wall Register here: https://rutgers.ca1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_bOOeDIEK0z9slIG
**FULL** Embodied Wellness and Connection Through Polestar Pilates Mat (Series)
**FULL** Embodied Wellness and Connection Through Polestar Pilates Mat (Series)
Embodied Wellness and Connection Through Polestar Pilates Mat is to provide faculty and staff with a free, communal, embodied wellness process to combat stress and the negative impacts of highly sedentary work environments. Classes are held from 4:30pm - 5:30 pm on Thursdays, beginning 2/20/25 and running until 5/8/25. Location: Mason Gross School of the […]
Observe the night sky!
Observe the night sky!
Observe the night sky through a 20-inch optical telescope at the Robert A. Schommer Astronomical Observatory on Rutgers' Busch Campus. Public open viewing nights are scheduled for March 13, 20, & 27, weather permitting. Free admission! The observatory is open for two hours starting at 8:30 p.m. (October through March). Observing will be canceled for that […]
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Wellness Walk (#1 of three-part series)
Wellness Walk (#1 of three-part series)
Please join us for a guided gratefulness theme walk on the SEBS campus. Led by Joseph Ventola. Wear walking shoes. Water and snacks will be provided. Final details and where to meet will be sent in an email prior to the event. Funded by Scarlet Wellness, the Nature Walks, Talks and Journaling series will engage […]
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Healing The Wounded Heart: Paint, Sip, and Heal
Healing The Wounded Heart: Paint, Sip, and Heal
Engage in art as a form of healing and activism in community with other survivors & allies. Sponsored by the Office for Violence Prevention and Victim Assistance. Register here: https://rutgers.ca1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_bOOeDIEK0z9slIG
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Awakening Through Zen Yoga: Special Sessions with Venerable Ingoong
Awakening Through Zen Yoga: Special Sessions with Venerable Ingoong
This Zen Meditation and Mindfulness Workshop is a unique opportunity for participants to delve into Zen practices rooted in Buddhism, with a strong emphasis on inclusivity for all, regardless of religious background. The sessions will not only focus on the benefits of meditation and mindfulness for mental health and well-being, but also provide a non-religious […]
4 events,
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Beginner Bird Walk and Scavenger Hunt
Beginner Bird Walk and Scavenger Hunt
Learn about our local backyard birds right on campus! Our journey will begin at the Rutgers Eco-Preserve Bird Feeder Station, which is managed by the Rutgers Wildlife Society and Rutgers University Birdwatching Association. We'll equip you with binoculars and briefly go over some free resources for learning more about wild birds. From there we'll go […]
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Where Our Path Leads: Concert, gallery show, community event
Where Our Path Leads: Concert, gallery show, community event
The Where Our Path Leads event will be an Interdisciplinary Concert, Gallery Show, and Community Event featuring performing and visual art centered around environmentalism and ecofeminism by artists from Rutgers University, Mason Gross School of the Arts, New York City, Philadelphia, West Virginia, and more. Over 45 artists will join together with Education, Artist, Curator, […]
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Rutgers Social Run Club
Rutgers Social Run Club
Join us for free snacks and the chance to meet new people while improving your health and wellness! LOCATION: College Ave. Gym, main lawn
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The Care Cart
If you're near the School of Social Work on Albany Street, stop by for a quick wellness break! Visit the Care Cart, located next to the main door on the 5th floor in the sitting area. The front desk will let you in! Whether you need a moment to recharge or just a little pick-me-up, […]
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Kick-Off to Wellness Week with Mindful Connection (VIRTUAL)
Kick-Off to Wellness Week with Mindful Connection (VIRTUAL)
Join long-time Buddhist meditator Patrick Connelly to experience a meditation focused on our connection to the world around us. We will start with awareness of breath and build out from there. There will be some time to share responses. To register and to receive the zoom link for this virtual event, please visit: https://rutgers.zoom.us/meeting/register/18tFqt3jRkSKpRp8c_mGjA
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Free Henna Pop-Up Spa
Free Henna Pop-Up Spa
Have your springtime wellness intentions translated into a henna design on your hand by our henna artists! FREE for Rutgers students, faculty, and staff Drop-in event between the hours of 2pm and 3pm on Monday, 4/21.
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Wellness and Essential Oils: Enhancing Wellness through Scent
Wellness and Essential Oils: Enhancing Wellness through Scent
In this interactive session, participants will explore the fundamentals of essential oils and their powerful role in supporting physical and psychological wellness. The workshop includes a live demonstration on how essential oils are extracted from plants, as well as an overview of their unique characteristics and therapeutic benefits. Attendees will also engage in a hands-on […]
4 events,
Self-Guided Exploration of Rutgers Gardens
Self-Guided Exploration of Rutgers Gardens
Visit Rutgers Gardens during Wellness Week, or any time when we are open, Tuesdays through Fridays from 8:00am to 7:00pm (closed every Monday). There are natural gardens, unique plant specimens, and shaded paths for moments of reflection and reconnection in a beautiful green space. The hiking trails of Helyar Woods are also located within Rutgers […]
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Community Walk for Earth Day
Community Walk for Earth Day
Please join the Biomedical Engineering (BME) community for a mindful walk around Busch campus in honor of Earth Day and Wellness Week! We will meet in front of the BME building to start the walk. We will return to The BME Building, Room 122, for some crafts and tea!
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Earth Day Tour of Rutgers Gardens for Reflection and Meditation
Earth Day Tour of Rutgers Gardens for Reflection and Meditation
Join Dr. Lauren Errickson, Director of Rutgers Gardens and Campus Stewardship, for a one-hour guided walking tour to visit spaces in Rutgers Gardens that are perfect for reflection, peacefulness and meditation in nature. Space is limited, so we ask that you register using this link: https://rutgers.ca1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_doRxOG5S41CHZQ2 Please meet at the Log Cabin at Rutgers Gardens. […]
4 events,
Self-Guided Exploration of Rutgers Gardens
Self-Guided Exploration of Rutgers Gardens
Visit Rutgers Gardens during Wellness Week, or any time when we are open, Tuesdays through Fridays from 8:00am to 7:00pm (closed every Monday). There are natural gardens, unique plant specimens, and shaded paths for moments of reflection and reconnection in a beautiful green space. The hiking trails of Helyar Woods are also located within Rutgers […]
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Wellness Through Movement and Connection! (Sponsored by ScarletFit)
Wellness Through Movement and Connection! (Sponsored by ScarletFit)
Please join us for the last ScarletFit event of the season on Wednesday, April 23rd (during Wellness Week, April 21-25, 2025). This session will be led by Alyssa Juntilla (Staff Lead) and Dr. Jamey Lister (Faculty Lead), starting at 4:00 pm. Meet at the Scarlet Knight Statue at the Yard on the College Avenue Campus! […]
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Wellness Through Clay Workshops – Workshop #4, Part 1 (Create)
Wellness Through Clay Workshops – Workshop #4, Part 1 (Create)
We hope you will join us for this two-part clay workshop with a focus on wellness! Four workshops will be offered during the spring semester. Each workshop will have two parts: Part 1: Create your clay piece during the first session. Part 2: After allowing your piece to dry for two weeks, return to apply […]
10 events,
NASM Certified Personal Trainer Course (6/3-7/3): Registration Ends 5/29/25
This 5-week in-person learning course will teach all required components of the NASM-CPT exam in a learning-friendly environment. This class will meet twice weekly in person and will be taught by a Rutgers fitness professional. You will receive lecture PowerPoint slides, assigned chapter readings, quizzes, and discussion questions to best support and guide the student […]
$750.00 – $900.00
Self-Guided Exploration of Rutgers Gardens
Self-Guided Exploration of Rutgers Gardens
Visit Rutgers Gardens during Wellness Week, or any time when we are open, Tuesdays through Fridays from 8:00am to 7:00pm (closed every Monday). There are natural gardens, unique plant specimens, and shaded paths for moments of reflection and reconnection in a beautiful green space. The hiking trails of Helyar Woods are also located within Rutgers […]
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Bring Your Kids to Work Day at the Zimmerli Art Museum!
Bring Your Kids to Work Day at the Zimmerli Art Museum!
FREE bring your kids to work day event with mini rage piñata making and dream job diaromas! Stop by the Zimmerli anytime on 4/24 between 9:00 am and 4:00 pm and have some fun! Rutgers - NB students: Sign up for Scarlet Arts Rx, a free and flexible program with a ton of benefits including […]
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Campus Connect Suicide Prevention Gatekeeper Training
Campus Connect Suicide Prevention Gatekeeper Training
This training focuses on enhancing gatekeepers’ knowledge, awareness, and skills concerning college student suicide. It aims to increase knowledge about statistics, risk and protective factors, warning signs, and campus resources. Open to all Rutgers Members. To register, visit go.rutgers.edu/Campus-Connect; registration is limited. Contact Nikita.Cuvilje@rutgers.edu with questions or to schedule an alternate training date with your […]
3 events,
Self-Guided Exploration of Rutgers Gardens
Self-Guided Exploration of Rutgers Gardens
Visit Rutgers Gardens during Wellness Week, or any time when we are open, Tuesdays through Fridays from 8:00am to 7:00pm (closed every Monday). There are natural gardens, unique plant specimens, and shaded paths for moments of reflection and reconnection in a beautiful green space. The hiking trails of Helyar Woods are also located within Rutgers […]
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Pride Pool Party
Pride Pool Party
A vibrant and inclusive event celebrating LGBTQ+ students and allies during GayPril. Enjoy a fun-filled evening with music, games, and a welcoming atmosphere that fosters community and connection. Join us to swim, socialize, or just relax. LOCATION: Sonny Werblin Recreation Center, Patio Pool
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Rutgers Day
Rutgers Day
Join us for this ultimate celebration of everything Rutgers, featuring hundreds of programs, exhibits, hands-on activities, live entertainment, and more. Rutgers Day offers something for everyone — current students, alumni, kids and families, faculty and staff, neighbors, and members of our communities across New Jersey. And it’s all FREE! Check out what this annual event […]
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Rutgers University Out of the Darkness Campus Walk
Rutgers University Out of the Darkness Campus Walk
Suicide touches us all, regardless of ability, age, gender identity, race, socio-economic status, sexual orientation, and much more. As we strive to open the lines of communication and decrease the fear and stigma of asking for help related to mental health concerns, we will be joining with the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention (AFSP) to […]
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Campus Wide Community Bike Ride
Campus Wide Community Bike Ride
Students for Environmental Awareness (SEA)'s Sustainable Transportation Campaign is excited to invite you to our Campus-Wide Community Bike Ride on April 27th at 2 PM! We’ll be meeting outside the Eagleton Institute of Politics on Cook/Douglass and riding across all four campuses to promote bike-ability at Rutgers and raise awareness about how accessible biking can […]
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Mindfulness in Nature: Horticulture for Wellness
Mindfulness in Nature: Horticulture for Wellness
This calming, hands-on session invites participants to explore the practice of mindfulness through nature-based activities. Using collected materials from the garden, attendees will create floating water mandalas as a way to experience presence, reflection, and emotional grounding. This workshop supports the environmental and spiritual dimensions of wellness, fostering a deeper connection between mindfulness and the […]
1 event,
1 event,
3 events,
NASM Certified Personal Trainer Course (6/3-7/3): Registration Ends 5/29/25
This 5-week in-person learning course will teach all required components of the NASM-CPT exam in a learning-friendly environment. This class will meet twice weekly in person and will be taught by a Rutgers fitness professional. You will receive lecture PowerPoint slides, assigned chapter readings, quizzes, and discussion questions to best support and guide the student […]
$750.00 – $900.00
**FULL** Embodied Wellness and Connection Through Polestar Pilates Mat (Series)
**FULL** Embodied Wellness and Connection Through Polestar Pilates Mat (Series)
Embodied Wellness and Connection Through Polestar Pilates Mat is to provide faculty and staff with a free, communal, embodied wellness process to combat stress and the negative impacts of highly sedentary work environments. Classes are held from 4:30pm - 5:30 pm on Thursdays, beginning 2/20/25 and running until 5/8/25. Location: Mason Gross School of the […]
Observe the night sky!
Observe the night sky!
Observe the night sky through a 20-inch optical telescope at the Robert A. Schommer Astronomical Observatory on Rutgers' Busch Campus. Public open viewing nights are scheduled for March 13, 20, & 27, weather permitting. Free admission! The observatory is open for two hours starting at 8:30 p.m. (October through March). Observing will be canceled for that […]
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Nature Journaling (#2 of three-part series)
Nature Journaling (#2 of three-part series)
Using words, pictures and numbers, come and nature journal in the Kitchen, Amphitheater and Conservation Gardens. Led by Mary Nucci. No art skills needed! Snacks, water and all materials are included. Funded by Scarlet Wellness, the Nature Walks, Talks and Journaling series will engage participants in nature through the combination of a guided wellness walk, a […]
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Diving Tower Jump!
Diving Tower Jump!
Jump from our 10 meter diving tower into our 17 foot diving well! With the safety and guidance of Rutgers' Varsity Diving Coach, and the Rutgers Recreation Aquatic Staff, you will get to experience what it is like to drop from over 30 feet into an Olympic pool! DATES: Registration opens April 25th for the […]
$10
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Rutgers Social Run Club
Rutgers Social Run Club
Join us for free snacks water, and the chance to meet new people while improving your fitness! Meet on the Main Lawn outside of College Ave Gym! Register here: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSd1H5hgMlsRHcb9ncWJaNNgeac3YkB0D1JsMcM9w_wRDA1QlQ/viewform?usp=header
