Campus Well-Being January Programs
FITNESS AND MOVEMENT
T’ai Chi (NDC and Virtual)
T’ai Chi involves the use of daily gentle exercise to improve health with a focus on breathwork. Sifu Josh Schafer teaches this longevity practice that is easy to access and yet profound enough for a lifelong engagement. The universal martial arts movements serve as a focus for the development of mind, body, and spirit (Chi).
REGISTER – Notre Dame Campus: Mondays, 12:10pm to 12:55pm, in the South Gym. All experience levels welcome.
For a virtual Tai Chi option and other online movement classes or wellness workshops, visit MindWell. All programs are free for RRC Polytech staff, students and faculty. Create or sign in to your account to get started.
Breakdancing and Hip Hop Culture (NDC)
Learn about the foundational movements of Breaking, and their connection to Hip Hop culture with instructor, Mooki. Classes will be focused around learning steps, and terminology which will provide students a knowledge base to take the dance into their own hands.
“That was the BEST. So much fun and such a nice change for something to do during lunch! I have zero experience, but I must say, it was SUCH an inviting environment and not intimidating at all. I can’t wait to attend the next one.” Erica Blatz
Breaking is an extremely powerful exercise tool, and a course like this will benefit participants who are looking to find a fun, new way to stay in shape. These activities will have no particular physical requirements and are in one way or another accessible for all.
REGISTER – Notre Dame Campus: Ongoing Wednesdays, 12:10pm to 12:50pm, in the South Gym. All experience levels welcome.
Wednesday Yoga (NDC and Virtual)
Holly Pluchinski guides in-person yoga participants in a room surrounded by soothing sounds and panoramas. Stretch and relax! Suitable for all levels and mats are provided.
Wednesdays, 12:10pm to 12:50pm, Notre Dame Campus, GM33, near North Gym.
REGISTER: In-person OR Virtual option available, all registrants will have access to the recording as well for one week after the class.
NOTE: Link will be emailed to participants after registration. No food is allowed in the room. Click here for more information about the Immersion Room.
Friday Yoga (Virtual)
From the comfort of your home or office, Holly leads a 30-minute yoga class allowing participants to stretch, breathe and feel good. Suitable for all levels.
REGISTER – Fridays, 12:15 to 12:45pm, link will be emailed to registrants separately.
Strength and Conditioning (NDC)
These fun and high energy sessions utilize bodyweight exercises, kettlebells, dumbbells, medicine balls, bands and more for a compete total-body workout.
• Improve your mood, health and fitness in this action-packed class that will have you building muscle and fully energized for the rest of your day!
• All fitness levels are welcome & exercise progressions and modifications will be provided throughout each workout to accommodate everyone.
• With Coach MG
REGISTER – Notre Dame Campus, North Gym: Tuesdays and Thursdays 12:10 – 12:50pm
Muscle and Mobility (NDC)
Build strength, flexibility, and training knowledge in this self-paced class that focuses on movement quality over quantity.
• Incorporate a combination of strength exercises with mobility and flexibility drills to counteract our repetitive daily activities.
• Improve your physical performance and reduce the likelihood of injuries and chronic pain.
• All fitness levels are welcome & exercise progressions and modifications will be provided throughout each workout to accommodate everyone.
• With Coach Justin Ross
REGISTER – Notre Dame Campus, North Gym: Mondays and Wednesdays 12:10 – 12:50pm
Bike Share Program (NDC)
Borrow one of Campus Well-Being’s bikes to go for lunch, run an errand or cruise around the area. Our four new bikes include Moose and Bear (large), Eagle (medium) and Goose (small). Come to the NDC North Gym customer service desk during regular gym hours, fill out a waiver and pick your bike – daytime borrowing only by students and staff.
Learn more about the Bike Share program here.
WELLNESS
Food – Fuel Your Fitness (NDC, Virtual)
You’ll hear the common phrase that food is fuel, and this is true not just for every day life, but also for your energy and performance in the gym. Learn about how food can influence your fitness levels, how it can help you achieve your goals, and how it can help you recover. Regardless of whether you are a new time gym goer, or a veteran gym rat or athlete, food is important for all.
REGISTER – In-Person or Virtual – Notre Dame Campus: Wednesday, January 17, 2024 – 12:00pm to 1pm, Connected Classroom in EMP, near North Gym.
Hao-Yi is a Registered Dietitian who has been practicing for several years. He has had experience working in acute care, long term care. Currently works out of the Wellness Institute in Primary Care, helping individuals manage and prevent chronic disease. He also provides nutrition coaching for athletic and sport performance. Hao-Yi’s focus is helping individuals achieve their goals using food they enjoy.
Fitness and Lifestyle Consultations (NDC, Virtual)
The beginning of the year is a great time to reflect on your growth. What are you doing today that your future self will thank you for?
It is time to take that step, and we are here to help! Book a free 45-minute consultation with one of our certified fitness professionals. Your coach will work with you on improving habits that will lead to better sleep, fitness and nutrition.
Follow this link for more information.
Paint Night (NDC and EDC)
“Art is a powerful form of medicine – with the power to heal, to find insight, stillness and growth, to de-stress and feel in balance. Making art is a safe space to be wild and free.” Kisa MacIsaac
Join Campus Well-Being, the Students’ Association and instructor Kisa MacIsaac, for an evening of painting and creative discovery. Participants follow a step-by-step process to create a unique painted canvas.
There is no cost for this event. All students and staff are welcome to register. Limited number of spots.
REGISTER – Exchange District Campus: Tuesday, Jan 30, 2024, 4:15 to 6:30pm in the Dining Hall in The Roblin Centre near Tim Hortons.
REGISTER – Notre Dame Campus: Thursday, Feb 8, 2024, 4:15pm to 6:30pm, in The Cave, DM30.
RECREATION
Monthly Board Game Nights (EDC and NDC)
Bring yourself, your friends or family for an “all welcome” board game night.
DROP-IN – Exchange District Campus: Tuesday, Jan 16, 4pm to 7pm, in the Dining Hall in The Roblin Centre near Tim Hortons.
DROP-IN – Notre Dame Campus: Thursday, Jan 18, 4pm to 7pm, in The Cave, DM30.
Games include: Anomia, Battleship, Boggle, Can you Name 5, Catan Family Edition, Chess and Checkers, Cranium, Taboo, Cribbage and Crib Wars, Dominoes, Forbidden Island, Hedbanz, Jenga, Last Word, Monopoly (board game) and Monoply Deal (cards), Othello, Pictionary, Pictureka, Scrabble, Sequence, Taboo, Telestrations, Trivial Pursuit, Uno, Yahtzee, and You Don’t Say.
Contact Kristi if you’d like to reserve a specific game for your group of friends, classmates or staff team.
Make Your Own Vision Board (NDC, In-Person)
Treat yourself to two hours of creative fun making your own vision board to set you up for the new year with a clear vision of your commitments to yourself.
A vision board is a visualization tool which refers to a board of any sort used to build a collage of words and pictures that represent your goals and dreams. These inspirational collages serve as your image of the future – a tangible example, idea or representation of where you are going. By putting a vision board somewhere you can see it every day, you will prompt yourself to visualize your life on a regular basis.
Your vision board becomes a powerful reminder throughout the year. Conversation and community will arise naturally as we each engage in our own creative work.
REGISTER – In-Person Session at the Notre Dame Campus: Thursday, Jan 25, 2024 from 4pm to 6pm in The Cave, DM30.
All materials supplied: Scissors, glue, poster board and variety of magazines. Bring any personalized pictures or graphics with you to include if wanted.
MENTAL WELL-BEING
Bell Let’s Talk Day
Bell Let’s Talk is a mental health campaign initiated by Bell Canada that focuses on destigmatizing, building awareness, acceptance, and action in mental health. Keep an eye out for RRCP staff and student volunteers who will be offering swag and engaging in conversations about mental health at all campuses!
Date: January 24th, 2024
Time: 11:00am-1:00pm
Coloring for Wellness
Engage in creativity to de-stress this month with our Coloring Tables!
All coloring supplies are free for you to use!
EDC: January 18th in the Atrium from 12:00-2:00pm
NDC: January 25th in the Library Hallway from 12:00-2:00pm
INTRAMURAL SPORT
Intramural sports provide students & staff an opportunity to participate in a variety of recreational sport activities on campus in a safe and supportive environment. All students and staff are welcome. Registration is not required.
Basketball (3 on 3)
Thursdays 12:00 – 1:00pm (North Gym)
Badminton
Mondays 4:00 – 5:30pm (North Gym)
Cricket
Fridays 4:30 – 6:00 (North Gym)
Futsal (Indoor Soccer)
Fridays 3:00 – 4:30 (North Gym)
Volleyball
Wednesdays 4:00 – 5:30pm (North Gym)
Fridays 12:00 – 1:00pm (North Gym)