Indoor Cycle 鈥 Fitness Session

Date

Tuesday June 2, 2026
12:00 pm - 1:00 pm

Location

ARC Cycle Studio

Challenge yourself with this great cardio conditioning class! Instructors will lead you through a variety of challenging rides including hills, sprints and team riding all set to great motivating music. Suitable for all levels of riders. Please note that registration for fitness sessions opens two days in advance. 

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Full Body Strength - Fitness Session

Date

Tuesday May 26, 2026
12:00 pm - 1:00 pm

Location

ARC Studio 4

Get full-body toned with this resistance-based exercise class. Combining high repetition with unique full-body exercises allows you to build lean muscles and burn maximal calories! This class is easily modifiable for all levels and abilities. Please note that registration for fitness sessions opens two days in advance. 

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Triple Threat 鈥 Fitness Session

Date

Tuesday May 12, 2026
12:00 pm - 1:00 pm

Location

ARC Studio 4

Core. Cardio. Strength. This class is the perfect mix, designed to target your major muscle groups, agility, and cardiovascular endurance. No matter your experience or fitness level, this class is for you. Suitable for all participant levels. Please note that registration for fitness sessions opens two days in advance. 

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Indoor Cycle 鈥 Fitness Session

Date

Tuesday May 5, 2026
12:00 pm - 1:00 pm

Location

ARC Cycle Studio

Challenge yourself with this great cardio conditioning class! Instructors will lead you through a variety of challenging rides including hills, sprints and team riding all set to great motivating music. Suitable for all levels of riders. Please note that registration for fitness sessions opens two days in advance. 

Mindful Moments: Personal Mood Board Workshop

Date

Thursday May 28, 2026
11:30 am - 1:00 pm

Location

West Campus, Room A330

Pause, reflect, and reconnect with what matters most, through creativity, intention, and a moment just for you. Join us for a relaxed, hands-on session that invites you to slow down, connect with colleagues, and enjoy a moment of creativity during your workday. All materials will be provided, just bring your creativity!

Calming the Anxious Mind (TELUS Health)

Date

Tuesday May 19, 2026
11:00 am - 12:00 pm

Location

Online

Anxiety is one of the most common mental health challenges, yet it is often misunderstood, minimized, or left unaddressed. In today's fast-paced and demanding environments, many of us experience anxious thoughts without always having the tools to manage them effectively.

This session offers a clear and compassionate approach to understanding anxiety; how it shows up, what triggers it, and how it impacts our mental, emotional, and physical wellbeing. Through guided discussion and practical strategies, participants will learn how to better recognize their own patterns and develop tools to respond with intention rather than overwhelm.

With a focus on self-awareness, emotional regulation, and realistic self-care practices, this session will introduce accessible techniques to help calm the anxious mind, reduce stress, and regain a sense of control. Participants will also explore the concept of the 鈥渃ircle of control,鈥 helping to shift focus toward what can be influenced, while letting go of what cannot.

Bird Life on Campus: A Walk to Notice Nature

Date

Tuesday May 12, 2026
11:00 am - 12:00 pm

Location

Meet in front of Miller Hall

Step outside, slow down, and reconnect with the natural world, right here on campus. This guided walk invites you to pause, tune in, and experience the wellbeing benefits of engaging with nature through your senses. 

Led by Queen's staff member and experienced birder Chris Grooms, this session offers a gentle, observational walk across campus, where participants will learn to notice and appreciate the movement, sounds, and behaviours of local and migratory birds.

Whether you're new to birding or simply looking for a refreshing midday reset, this session offers a unique opportunity to experience campus from a different perspective. Participants are encouraged to bring binoculars if they have them and come prepared for a relaxed, mindful walk.

Growing Healthier People and Stronger Communities

Date

Tuesday May 26, 2026
1:00 pm - 2:00 pm

Location

Online

New research is changing how we understand the health benefits of engaging with nature, and Master Gardeners are at the heart of it. What role does nature play in supporting our health, and how can we engage with it more intentionally in our everyday lives?

In this session, ecological horticulturist and Master Gardener Astrid Muschalla will explore how emerging research is reshaping our understanding of the connection between nature, the senses, and overall wellbeing. Drawing on both science and lived experience, Astrid will share how engaging with gardens and natural environments can support mental, physical, and emotional health.

Rooted in ecological gardening practices, this session will highlight how Master Gardeners contribute to building healthier individuals and more connected, resilient communities. Participants will be invited to reflect on their own relationship with the natural world and consider simple, practical ways to engage more meaningfully鈥攚hether through gardening or everyday interactions with nature.

Mental Health: Recognize and Respond (TELUS Health)

Date

Thursday May 14, 2026
11:00 am - 12:00 pm

Location

Online

Recognizing when someone is struggling, and knowing how to respond, can make a meaningful difference. This session focuses on building the confidence and practical skills to support mental health in the workplace.

Wearable Reflection: Symbols & Meaning for Wellness

Date

Wednesday May 13, 2026
12:00 pm - 1:30 pm

Location

Mackintosh-Corry Hall, B176 Lecture Theatre

What does wellbeing mean to you? In this creative jewelry-making session, you鈥檒l craft a wearable piece of art that symbolizes your personal journey, intentions, and self-care practices.