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Campus Well-Being February Programs

January 23, 2024

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Fitness and Movement

Get Movin’ Challenge

Step up & Win! Go toe-to-toe with your classmates and colleagues. Move your way to improved health, and a chance to win some great prizes! Keep track of your steps (& other physical activity) during the month of February. Follow this link to see how you can get started!

Muscle and Mobility (NDC)

Join Coach Justin Ross to build strength, flexibility, and training knowledge in this self-paced class that focuses on movement quality over quantity. All fitness levels are welcome & exercise progressions and modifications will be provided throughout each workout to accommodate everyone.

REGISTER – Notre Dame Campus, North Gym: Mondays and Wednesdays 12:10 – 12:50pm

T’ai Chi (NDC & Virtual)

Group of college staff learning tai chi movements in a gym

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.

REGISTER – Notre Dame Campus: Mondays, 12:10 to 12:55pm, in the South Gym. All experience levels welcome.


For a virtual Tai Chi option and other online movement classes, create or sign in to your free MindWell account.

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. Coach MG welcomes all fitness levels, providing exercise progressions and modifications to accommodate everyone.

REGISTER – Notre Dame Campus, North Gym: Tuesdays and Thursdays 12:10 – 12:50pm

Breakdancing and Hip Hop Culture (NDC)

Group of students and staff learning how to breakdance in a gym

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.

REGISTERNotre Dame Campus: Wednesdays, 12:10 to 12:50pm, in the South Gym. All experience levels welcome.

Yoga (NDC & Virtual)

Holly Pluchinski guides participants to stretch, breathe and feel good. Suitable for all levels; mats are provided for in-person sessions.

In-Person

  • Wednesdays – REGISTER – 12:10 to 12:50pm, Notre Dame Campus, GM33, near North Gym.

Virtual

  • Wednesdays REGISTER – 12:10 to 12:50pm *Includes access to recording for one week post-class.
  • FridaysREGISTER – 12:15 to 12:45pm

Note: Links for virtual sessions will be emailed to registrants separately.

Wellness

Cupcakes and Condoms: A Sexual Health and Consent Workshop (NDC & EDC)

Join the Sexuality Education Resource Centre (SERC) for an interactive workshop, featuring discussion about healthy relationships, consent, abuse and the connection to mental health. Enjoy a delicious red-velvet cupcake at the end!

You are welcome to register or walk in.

A vanilla cupcake with pink frosting and a condom.

NDC: February 14th register here

Time: 11:00am-1:00pm

Location: F205

EDC: February 15th – register here

Time: 11:00am-1:00pm

Location: P107

Fitness and Lifestyle Consultations

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.

Food Fads and Facts (NDC & Virtual)

Registered dietician, Hao-Yi sitting at a desk with keyboard and monitor.

Intermittent Fasting. Ketogenic Diet. The Carnivore Diet. Over the years different diets and nutrition trends come and go. But how do we separate fact from fad? Join Registered Dietitian Hao-Yi Sim as we explore the different types of diets we might hear about today, and explore what exactly is a good diet.

REGISTER – In-Person or VirtualNotre Dame Campus: Wednesday, Feb 7, 2024 – 12:00 to 1pm, Connected Classroom in EMP – G139, near North Gym.

Cooking for Wellness (Virtual)

The student of grade 9 with the guidance of Teacher Ellen handmade from scratch and cooked their own Chinese style spring rolls and dumplings for their TLE cooking class!
Original Photo by: St. Francis of Assisi Montessori School of Cainta, CC

From the comfort of your own kitchen, Abby Legaspi leads at-home chefs through the step-by-step recipe for Crab Rangoon and Pork Shumai (Siomai – dim sum/dumplings). Cozy up with good food and lots of fun!

REGISTERVirtual, Thursday, February 29, 2024: 6 to 8pm.

NOTE: The first 20 (Winnipeg) RRC Polytech students may request an ingredient kit to pick up from NDC or EDC. You will receive email confirmation. Student supply kits are limited, so register early.

Home Maintenance Series – Roofing (NDC)

Side of house and roof with bushes in front.
Photo by Zachary Keimig on Unsplash

Ever wondered about proactive steps to safeguard your home and cut down on future roofing expenses? Led by our expert roofing instructor, this two-hour workshop goes beyond theory, offering hands-on demonstrations to bolster your understanding. Learn the essentials of basic roof maintenance, empowering you to keep your roofing system in top condition.

REGISTERNotre Dame Campus: Thursday, February 15, 2024, 4:30 to 6:30pm, B1-24B, located in the Annex behind the cabinetry shops.

Please wear covered footwear, safety glasses will be provided.

Recreation

Monthly Board Game Nights (NDC & EDC)

Group of college students playing taboo around a table

Bring yourself, your friends or family for an “all welcome” board game night.

DROP-IN – Notre Dame Campus: Thursday, Feb 15, 4 to 7pm, in The Cave, DM30.

DROP-IN – Exchange District Campus: Tuesday, Feb 20, 4 to 7pm, in the Dining Hall in The Roblin Centre near Tim Hortons.

Contact Kristi if you’d like to reserve a specific game for your group of friends, classmates or staff team.

Mental Well-Being

Cat Café NDC

Join Ms. J La’s Fur Babies to meet some adorable feline friends and enjoy light refreshments.

You are welcome to register here or walk in.

Cat food donations are encouraged.

Coloring for Wellness

Come take a creative break with your Campus Mental Health Specialist, Fizza! Coloring supplies will be provided.

Location: Notre Dame Campus – Library Hallway

Date: February 27th, 2024

Time: anytime between 12:00PM and 2:00PM

Introduction to Mental Health Workshop

Learn the basics about mental health and how you can be proactive in managing yours this semester. If you attend, you have a chance to win a prize!

You are welcome to register or walk in.

February 13th NDC Black Lecture Theatre 12:00pm – 1:00pm (in-person) Register here!

February 22nd on MS TEAMS 12:00pm – 1:00pm (virtual) Register here!

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.

Volleyball

Wednesdays 4:00 – 5:30pm North Gym

Futsal (Indoor Soccer)

Fridays 3:00 – 4:00pm North Gym

Cricket

Fridays 4:00 – 5:30pm North Gym

Badminton

Mondays 4:00 – 5:30 pm North Gym

Basketball

Tuesdays and Thursdays 4:00 – 5:30 pm North Gym

RRC Polytech campuses are located on the lands of Anishinaabe, Ininiwak, Anishininew, Dakota, and Dené, and the National Homeland of the Red River Métis.

We recognize and honour Treaty 3 Territory Shoal Lake 40 First Nation, the source of Winnipeg’s clean drinking water. In addition, we acknowledge Treaty Territories which provide us with access to electricity we use in both our personal and professional lives.

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