Programme employees

Share and Take Care

This year’s Well-Being Weeks will take place from November 11th to 29th, with the theme ‘Share and Take Care.’

With this theme, we focus on improving psychological safety and mental health. Our aim is to create a supportive environment that prioritizes well-being and encourages open conversations about mental health and inclusivity.
We’re busy finalizing the program, but in the meantime, you can watch a video from last year.

Do you have any questions after reading the programme, or would you like to share a great idea for one of the next well-being weeks? Please contact us via wellbeingweeks@utwente.nl. We hope you will enjoy the offer!


Stand-Up! Stories: Niki Gollenbeek

In the Netherlands, we sit for nearly 9 hours a day on average, leading to health risks and physical complaints. Sports physiotherapist Niki Gollenbeek from Topvorm Twente discusses our sitting habits, the associated risks, and provides practical tips to move more. Watch the video to learn how to change your habits and improve your sitting behavior.


Goodhabitz

Would you like to learn more about wellness-related topics or how to improve unhealthy patterns? Take one of the online courses!

ASSESSMENTS

Well-being related topics 


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Previous Programme

WEEK 1: 3-7TH OF JUNE 

  • MON - SclptCycle

    Date: 3rd of June 2024 
    Time: 08.00 - 08.50
    Location: SC 6

    SclptCycle is the latest full-body workout from House of Workouts. During this energetic cycling workout, Sclpt® tubes are used to train your core and arm muscles. In this 45-minute workout, you demand the maximum from your stamina, leg muscles, and upper body. SclptCycle is therefore often seen as an optimal killer workout set to party music.


  • MON - Lifestyle Check

    Date: 3rd June 2024 
    Time: choose your timeframe (60 minutes) between 13.00 - 17.15
    Location: Sports Centre UT / Topvorm Twente

    What is your lifestyle? Make your own choices about lifestyle and decide what is important for you. Take care of your own en take the lead in your own lifestyle. The lifestyle check can flag up any possible health risks at an early stage.

    The check (60 minutes) takes place in the Sports Centre. The Lifestyle Check included physical test like blood pressure, glucose and cholesterol, 2 questionnaires and a consultation with the lifestyle coach about the results. Setting your own goals can help you to improve your lifestyle. If necessary, a follow-up can be planned.

    The lifestyle checks are currently fully booked, but new dates are available.
    Click on the registration link for the new dates.

  • MON - Running Therapy

    Date: 3rd of June 2024
    Time: 17.30 - 18.30
    Location: Start at the main entrance at the Sports Center University of Twente/Topvorm Twente 
    By: Renee Hof, physiotherapist and running therapist from Topvorm Twente 

    In the well-being weeks is the main topic to stand up for yourself, start with movements and setting boundaries. Start to move, start with Running Therapy and learn with physical activities to relax and be mental in balance. 

    Running therapy helps you mentally and physically. Get out of your head and into your body to feel full of energy again! 

    This activity will take place in groups of a maximum of 12 people. It is not a personal consult.  

    Running therapy will be an activity that will take place throughout these four weeks, and you can start with a session to find out if you like the Running Therapy. The goal is to get mental relaxation by physical effort (running or fast walking). This can be helpful if you have physical or mental complaints such as excessive worrying, depressive symptoms, anxiety- and/or panic attacks and fatigue complaints.  

    During the small-grouped session, you will learn to recognize the signals your body gives you, and based on this you will get tools to set some boundaries. Running therapy is developed for those who recognize themselves in one of the complaints written above. No basic level of running or running experience is required to sign up for running therapy.    

    Normally this therapy takes 8 weeks in a row, but during our well-being weeks you can try out whether this way of relaxation fits you. Getting to know more about running therapy and how it can help is the goal of this clinic during the well-being weeks, and in addition, you get some practical tips. After this experience, it is possible to start with the 8 weeks course in a row.  


  • MON - Stand Up! Stories: "Niki Gollenbeek"

    Date: 3rd of June 2024
    Time: 13:30-13:45
    Location: Online
    Given by: Niki Gollenbeek

    Stand up while working!

    In the Netherlands, we are “European champions” in sitting! On average we sit almost 9 hours a day and that has increased in recent years. A bad development that causes health risks and physical complaints. Sports physiotherapist Niki Gollenbeek from Topvorm Twente tells us more about our sitting behaviour, the risks and gives practical tips to move more. Try to change your own habits and discover how you can adjust your (sitting) behavior!


  • TUE - Lifestyle Check

    Date: 4th of June 2024 
    Time: choose your timeframe (60 minutes) between 08.00 - 12.15
    Location: Sports Centre UT / Topvorm Twente

    What is your lifestyle? Make your own choices about lifestyle and decide what is important for you. Take care of your own en take the lead in your own lifestyle. The lifestyle check can flag up any possible health risks at an early stage.

    The check (60 minutes) takes place in the Sports Centre. The Lifestyle Check included physical test like blood pressure, glucose and cholesterol, 2 questionnaires and a consultation with the lifestyle coach about the results. Setting your own goals can help you to improve your lifestyle. If necessary, a follow-up can be planned.

    The lifestyle checks are currently fully booked, but new dates are available.
    Click on the registration link for the new dates.

  • TUE, WED - Morning Meditation

    Date: 4th & 5th of June 2024
    Time: 08.30 - 09.00
    Location: Dojo Sports Centre UT

    When we begin our day with a morning meditation, we give ourselves the best chance to feel fully aware, awake and alive before we "do" anything. By creating a regular morning routine, we cultivate peace of mind and happy relationships in which we are kinder and less judgmental of ourselves and others 

    Every Tuesday, Wednesday and Friday between 8:30 and 9:00 a.m. there is a day-start meditation in the Dojo at the Sports Centre. As of May, there's also a meditation session on Tuesdays from 12.45 - 13.15.

    Beginners and those who have been meditating for some time are welcome. On Tuesdays there is an opportunity (around 8:20) for sitting instruction. We will explore how to sit on a meditation cushion in a way that is comfortable for you. 

    On Fridays there is room for conversation after meditation. Meditation cushions are available in the dojo. Staff from the Department of Psychology, Health and Technology with experience in various streams (Mindfulness, Vipassana, Zen) of meditation will be guiding the session these mornings. If desired for the group in attendance, guided mediation may be offered.  

    You do not have to sign up for the morning meditation; everyone is welcome!

  • TUE - Lunchwalks

    Date: 4th of June 2024
    Time: Start 12:30 - 13:00 (O&O-Square) until 14:00
    Location: O&O Square

    It's time again for the well-known lunch walks! Get a breath of fresh air during your break, enjoy a free delicious lunch, and don’t forget to invite your colleagues to walk together. This year there are new routes to walk on campus, introducing the concept of ‘Meeting on the move’. Ready for exercise, a nice lunch, and are you curious about these ‘Meeting on the move’ routes? 


    Stand up for lunch & register now.
    Sign-up here
  • TUE - Midday Mediation

    Date: 4th of June 2024
    Time: 12:45 - 13:15
    Location: Quite Room Vrijhof (VR 2.29)

    Every Tuesday, even outside the Well-Being weeks, there are midday meditation sessions.

    No need to sign-up, just come and enjoy a relaxing session. 

  • WED - Ubattle

    Date: 5th of June 2024
    Time: 17.00 - 17.55
    Location: SC 5

    With the new grouplesson Ubattle you will do a high-intensity workout which has a mix of different combat sports. A great way to improve your condition and strength, without fighting against an opponent.


  • THU - Workshop: DISC

    Date: 6th of June 2024 
    Time: 15.00 - 16.00
    Location: HB 2B

    Working- and living together comes in all kinds of forms. However, all forms have 1 thing in common: interaction takes place. In this workshop, I will introduce you to the four behavioral types used in DISC and how you can use this knowledge for the most effective way of interaction. Part of it is theory, but we will certainly also gain practical experience together. 


  • THU - Spinning

    Date: 6th of June 2024
    Time: 17.00 - 17.55
    Location: SC 6

    Spinning is a great way to improve your fitness. As part of a group, you cycle on a special spinner bike with a weighted flywheel. This exercise program includes upbeat music that motivates you to maintain a suitable tempo. Together with the instructor, you do sprints, pedal standing up, and also catch your breath during well deserved (but still active) breaks. Spinning is fantastic interval training: you build up a nice sweat and burn a lot of kilojoules. So after just a brief hour workout, you return home satisfied, feeling nicely tired and fit.


  • FRI - Mobility Flow

    Date: 7th of June 2024
    Time: 12.30 - 13.30
    Location: SC 5

    This dynamic session combines exercises to improve your joint range of motion and flexibility with strength-building movements. You will flow from one exercise to the next, keeping your body challenged.  Expect a focus on core stability, functional movements, and elements like yoga poses or primal movement patterns. It's a perfect way to boost your overall fitness and leave you feeling energized and limber.


  • Are you planning to participate in a sporting event soon or do you enjoy going to the sports club? Get your free UT sports shirt!

    *On the 13th of June, new sport shirts will become available for UT employees. Sign-up via de link.

    Are you an enthusiastic athlete who wants to help us increase the visibility of the University of Twente? We have good news for you! During the Well-being Weeks, you can get a free sports shirt from the University of Twente!

    With this campaign, we aim to enhance the positive impact of an active lifestyle and contribute to our community. By offering you a free sports shirt, we not only want to improve your sports experience but also increase our visibility.

    By wearing the UT sports shirt at events, in parks, on the streets, and at the sports club, you help to increase the visibility of our university. So, are you planning to participate in a sporting event soon, such as a tennis tournament, a triathlon, a running race, a bootcamp, or do you enjoy going to the gym? Sign up now and get your free sports shirt! This way, you will be the ideal, athletic ambassador for the University of Twente.

    The sports shirts
    You will receive a short-sleeved unisex t-shirt made of recycled CONTROL-DRY polyester. The shirt has a round neck with a University of Twente logo on the front and back. Various colors are available.

    In weeks 27 and 28, you can pick up your shirt in the Spiegel (open-plan office), where specific days and time slots have been reserved. After you sign up, you will receive information about the available days and times for shirt collection. Please note that only one shirt per person is available, and the number of shirts is limited.

    For questions please contact marleen.meijerink@utwente.nl.

WEEK 2: 10-14TH OF JUNE

  • Are you planning to participate in a sporting event soon or do you enjoy going to the sports club? Get your free UT sports shirt!

    *On the 10th of June, new sport shirts will become available for UT employees. Sign-up via de link.

    Are you an enthusiastic athlete who wants to help us increase the visibility of the University of Twente? We have good news for you! During the Well-being Weeks, you can get a free sports shirt from the University of Twente!

    With this campaign, we aim to enhance the positive impact of an active lifestyle and contribute to our community. By offering you a free sports shirt, we not only want to improve your sports experience but also increase our visibility.

    By wearing the UT sports shirt at events, in parks, on the streets, and at the sports club, you help to increase the visibility of our university. So, are you planning to participate in a sporting event soon, such as a tennis tournament, a triathlon, a running race, a bootcamp, or do you enjoy going to the gym? Sign up now and get your free sports shirt! This way, you will be the ideal, athletic ambassador for the University of Twente.

    The sports shirts
    You will receive a short-sleeved unisex t-shirt made of recycled CONTROL-DRY polyester. The shirt has a round neck with a University of Twente logo on the front and back. Various colors are available.

    In weeks 27 and 28, you can pick up your shirt in the Spiegel (open-plan office), where specific days and time slots have been reserved. After you sign up, you will receive information about the available days and times for shirt collection. Please note that only one shirt per person is available, and the number of shirts is limited.

    For questions please contact marleen.meijerink@utwente.nl.

  • MON - SclptCycle

    Date: 10th of June 2024
    Time: 08.00 - 08.50
    Location: SC 6

    SclptCycle is the latest full-body workout from House of Workouts. During this energetic cycling workout, Sclpt® tubes are used to train your core and arm muscles. In this 45-minute workout, you demand the maximum from your stamina, leg muscles, and upper body. SculptCycle is therefore often seen as an optimal killer workout set to party music.


  • MON - Lunchwalks

    Date: 10th of June 2024
    Time: Start 12:30 - 13:00 (O&O-Square) until 14:00
    Location: O&O Square

    It's time again for the well-known lunch walks! Get a breath of fresh air during your break, enjoy a free delicious lunch, and don’t forget to invite your colleagues to walk together. This year there are new routes to walk on campus, introducing the concept of ‘Meeting on the move’. Ready for exercise, a nice lunch, and are you curious about these ‘Meeting on the move’ routes? 


    Stand up for lunch & register now.
    Sign-up here
  • MON - Lifestyle Check

    Date: 10th of June 2024
    Time:  choose your timeframe (60 minutes) between 13.00 - 17.15 
    Location: Sports Centre UT / Topvorm Twente

    What is your lifestyle? Make your own choices about lifestyle and decide what is important for you. Take care of your own en take the lead in your own lifestyle. The lifestyle check can flag up any possible health risks at an early stage.

    The check (60 minutes) takes place in the Sports Centre. The Lifestyle Check included physical test like blood pressure, glucose and cholesterol, 2 questionnaires and a consultation with the lifestyle coach about the results. Setting your own goals can help you to improve your lifestyle. If necessary, a follow-up can be planned.

    The lifestyle checks are currently fully booked, but new dates are available.
    Click on the registration link for the new dates.

  • MON - Running Therapy

    Date: 10th of June 2024
    Time: 16.30 - 17.30
    Location: Start at the main entrance at the Sports Center University of Twente/Topvorm Twente 
    By: Renee Hof, physiotherapist and running therapist from Topvorm Twente 

    In the well-being weeks is the main topic to stand up for yourself, start with movements and setting boundaries. Start to move, start with Running Therapy and learn with physical activities to relax and be mental in balance. 

    Running therapy helps you mentally and physically. Get out of your head and into your body to feel full of energy again! 

    This activity will take place in groups of a maximum of 12 people. It is not a personal consult.  

    Running therapy will be an activity that will take place throughout these four weeks, and you can start with a session to find out if you like the Running Therapy. The goal is to get mental relaxation by physical effort (running or fast walking). This can be helpful if you have physical or mental complaints such as excessive worrying, depressive symptoms, anxiety- and/or panic attacks and fatigue complaints.  

    During the small-grouped session, you will learn to recognize the signals your body gives you, and based on this you will get tools to set some boundaries. Running therapy is developed for those who recognize themselves in one of the complaints written above. No basic level of running or running experience is required to sign up for running therapy.    

    Normally this therapy takes 8 weeks in a row, but during our well-being weeks you can try out whether this way of relaxation fits you. Getting to know more about running therapy and how it can help is the goal of this clinic during the well-being weeks, and in addition, you get some practical tips. After this experience, it is possible to start with the 8 weeks course in a row.  


  • TUE - Lifestyle Check

    Date: 11th of June 2024 
    Time: choose your timeframe (60 minutes) between 08:00 - 12.15
    Location: Sports Centre UT / Topvorm Twente

    What is your lifestyle? Make your own choices about lifestyle and decide what is important for you. Take care of your own en take the lead in your own lifestyle. The lifestyle check can flag up any possible health risks at an early stage.

    The check (60 minutes) takes place in the Sports Centre. The Lifestyle Check included physical test like blood pressure, glucose and cholesterol, 2 questionnaires and a consultation with the lifestyle coach about the results. Setting your own goals can help you to improve your lifestyle. If necessary, a follow-up can be planned.

    The lifestyle checks are currently fully booked, but new dates are available.
    Click on the registration link for the new dates.

  • TUE, WED - Morning Meditation

    Date: 11th & 12th of June 2024
    Time: 08.30 - 09.00
    Location: Dojo Sports Centre UT

    When we begin our day with a morning meditation, we give ourselves the best chance to feel fully aware, awake and alive before we "do" anything. By creating a regular morning routine, we cultivate peace of mind and happy relationships in which we are kinder and less judgmental of ourselves and others 

    Every Tuesday, Wednesday and Friday between 8:30 and 9:00 a.m. there is a day-start meditation in the Dojo at the Sports Centre. As of May, there's also a meditation session on Tuesdays from 12.45 - 13.15.

    Beginners and those who have been meditating for some time are welcome. On Tuesdays there is an opportunity (around 8:20) for sitting instruction. We will explore how to sit on a meditation cushion in a way that is comfortable for you. 

    On Fridays there is room for conversation after meditation. Meditation cushions are available in the dojo. Staff from the Department of Psychology, Health and Technology with experience in various streams (Mindfulness, Vipassana, Zen) of meditation will be guiding the session these mornings. If desired for the group in attendance, guided mediation may be offered.  

    You do not have to sign up for the morning meditation; everyone is welcome!

  • TUE - Midday Meditation

    Date: 11th of June 2024
    Time: 12:45 - 13:15
    Location: Quite Room Vrijhof (VR 2.29)

    Every Tuesday, even outside the Well-Being weeks, there are midday meditation sessions.

    No need to sign-up, just come and enjoy a relaxing session. 

  • WED - Ubattle

    Date: 12th of June 2024
    Time: 17.00 - 17.55
    Location: SC 5

    With the new grouplesson Ubattle you will do a high-intensity workout which has a mix of different combat sports. A great way to improve your condition and strength, without fighting against an opponent.


  • THU - Workshop: Social Safety

    Date: 13th of June 2024
    Time: 11.30 - 12.30
    Location: CT100 (Citadel)

    Standing up and speaking out is important because everyone's voice can be essential in the workplace. What does it take for an employee to stand up? Is it about social safety and psychological safety? What role does your manager play in this, and what role do you have as an employee? These questions, among others, will be addressed in the workshop. Fatou Tevette aims to provide participants with more insight into the challenges of 'standing up' and offer some concrete action perspectives.

    Do you have a question you would like to submit in advance? Please fill it in during registration, and we will try to address it during the presentation or get back to you on it later.

  • THU - Workshop: Boost Your Assertivity

    Date: 13th of June 2024
    Time: 15.00 - 17.00
    Location: DOJO Sports Centre 


    To defend yourself from social and physical attacks are essential skills for everyone. You should be ready to defend yourself when the need arises. 
     
    Before it comes to that, you should be assertive. Be able to stand up for your interests and respect someone else’s interests. Doing so will enable you to prevent most conflicts. 
     
    This workshop is active, interesting and fun! 
    It consists of a mix of technique, dynamic training and a bit of theoretical background. 
     
    For two hours, we’ll practice assertiveness and basic self-defense, during which we focus on: 

    1. Assertive verbal and non-verbal communication 
    2. Emotion regulation 
    3. Breaking the freeze 
    4. Confronting someone with their undesirable behaviour 
    5. Escaping basic attacks 
  • THU - Spinning

    Date: 13th of June 2024
    Time: 17.00 - 17.55
    Location: SC 6

    Spinning is a great way to improve your fitness. As part of a group, you cycle on a special spinner bike with a weighted flywheel. This exercise program includes upbeat music that motivates you to maintain a suitable tempo. Together with the instructor, you do sprints, pedal standing up, and also catch your breath during well deserved (but still active) breaks. Spinning is fantastic interval training: you build up a nice sweat and burn a lot of kilojoules. So after just a brief hour workout, you return home satisfied, feeling nicely tired and fit.


  • FRI - Mobility Flow

    Date: 14th of June 2024
    Time: 12.30 - 13.30
    Location: SC 5

    This dynamic session combines exercises to improve your joint range of motion and flexibility with strength-building movements. You will flow from one exercise to the next, keeping your body challenged.  Expect a focus on core stability, functional movements, and elements like yoga poses or primal movement patterns. It's a perfect way to boost your overall fitness and leave you feeling energized and limber.


WEEK 3: 17-21ST OF JUNE

  • Are you planning to participate in a sporting event soon or do you enjoy going to the sports club? Get your free UT sports shirt!

    Are you an enthusiastic athlete who wants to help us increase the visibility of the University of Twente? We have good news for you! During the Well-being Weeks, you can get a free sports shirt from the University of Twente!

    With this campaign, we aim to enhance the positive impact of an active lifestyle and contribute to our community. By offering you a free sports shirt, we not only want to improve your sports experience but also increase our visibility.

    By wearing the UT sports shirt at events, in parks, on the streets, and at the sports club, you help to increase the visibility of our university. So, are you planning to participate in a sporting event soon, such as a tennis tournament, a triathlon, a running race, a bootcamp, or do you enjoy going to the gym? Sign up now and get your free sports shirt! This way, you will be the ideal, athletic ambassador for the University of Twente.

    The sports shirts
    You will receive a short-sleeved unisex t-shirt made of recycled CONTROL-DRY polyester. The shirt has a round neck with a University of Twente logo on the front and back. Various colors are available.

    In weeks 27 and 28, you can pick up your shirt in the Spiegel (open-plan office), where specific days and time slots have been reserved. After you sign up, you will receive information about the available days and times for shirt collection. Please note that only one shirt per person is available, and the number of shirts is limited.

    For questions please contact marleen.meijerink@utwente.nl.

  • MON - Lifestyle Check

    Date: 17th of June 2024 
    Time: choose your timeframe (60 minutes) between 13.00 - 17.15
    Location: Sports Centre UT / Topvorm Twente

    What is your lifestyle? Make your own choices about lifestyle and decide what is important for you. Take care of your own en take the lead in your own lifestyle. The lifestyle check can flag up any possible health risks at an early stage.

    The check (60 minutes) takes place in the Sports Centre. The Lifestyle Check included physical test like blood pressure, glucose and cholesterol, 2 questionnaires and a consultation with the lifestyle coach about the results. Setting your own goals can help you to improve your lifestyle. If necessary, a follow-up can be planned.

    The lifestyle checks are currently fully booked, but new dates are available.
    Click on the registration link for the new dates.

  • MON - Running Therapy

    Date: 17th of June 2024
    Time: 16.30 - 17.30
    Location: Start at the main entrance at the Sports Center University of Twente/Topvorm Twente 
    By: Renee Hof, physiotherapist and running therapist from Topvorm Twente 

    In the well-being weeks is the main topic to stand up for yourself, start with movements and setting boundaries. Start to move, start with Running Therapy and learn with physical activities to relax and be mental in balance. 

    Running therapy helps you mentally and physically. Get out of your head and into your body to feel full of energy again! 

    This activity will take place in groups of a maximum of 12 people. It is not a personal consult.  

    Running therapy will be an activity that will take place throughout these four weeks, and you can start with a session to find out if you like the Running Therapy. The goal is to get mental relaxation by physical effort (running or fast walking). This can be helpful if you have physical or mental complaints such as excessive worrying, depressive symptoms, anxiety- and/or panic attacks and fatigue complaints.  

    During the small-grouped session, you will learn to recognize the signals your body gives you, and based on this you will get tools to set some boundaries. Running therapy is developed for those who recognize themselves in one of the complaints written above. No basic level of running or running experience is required to sign up for running therapy.    

    Normally this therapy takes 8 weeks in a row, but during our well-being weeks you can try out whether this way of relaxation fits you. Getting to know more about running therapy and how it can help is the goal of this clinic during the well-being weeks, and in addition, you get some practical tips. After this experience, it is possible to start with the 8 weeks course in a row.  


  • MON - Stand Up! Stories: "Student Topsport"

    Date: 17th of June 2024
    Time: 13.30 - 13.45
    Location: Online 

    Normally people are proud when crowned champion, but winning the title for sitting the most is not something to be pleased about. UT student Stijn Lagrand, a (proud) European- and World Champion in obstacle course racing, will talk about combining high-level sports with his studies. He attributes part of his study success to an active lifestyle, hopefully motivating you to Stand Up! as well.

  • TUE - Lifestyle Check

    Date: 18th of June 2024 
    Time: choose your timeframe (60 minutes) between 08.00 - 12.15
    Location: Sports Centre UT / Topvorm Twente

    What is your lifestyle? Make your own choices about lifestyle and decide what is important for you. Take care of your own en take the lead in your own lifestyle. The lifestyle check can flag up any possible health risks at an early stage.

    The check (60 minutes) takes place in the Sports Centre. The Lifestyle Check included physical test like blood pressure, glucose and cholesterol, 2 questionnaires and a consultation with the lifestyle coach about the results. Setting your own goals can help you to improve your lifestyle. If necessary, a follow-up can be planned.

    The lifestyle checks are currently fully booked, but new dates are available.
    Click on the registration link for the new dates.

  • TUE, WED - Morning Meditation

    Date: 18th & 19th of June 2024
    Time: 08.30 - 09.00
    Location: Dojo Sports Centre UT

    When we begin our day with a morning meditation, we give ourselves the best chance to feel fully aware, awake and alive before we "do" anything. By creating a regular morning routine, we cultivate peace of mind and happy relationships in which we are kinder and less judgmental of ourselves and others 

    Every Tuesday, Wednesday and Friday between 8:30 and 9:00 a.m. there is a day-start meditation in the Dojo at the Sports Centre. As of May, there's also a meditation session on Tuesdays from 12.45 - 13.15.

    Beginners and those who have been meditating for some time are welcome. On Tuesdays there is an opportunity (around 8:20) for sitting instruction. We will explore how to sit on a meditation cushion in a way that is comfortable for you. 

    On Fridays there is room for conversation after meditation. Meditation cushions are available in the dojo. Staff from the Department of Psychology, Health and Technology with experience in various streams (Mindfulness, Vipassana, Zen) of meditation will be guiding the session these mornings. If desired for the group in attendance, guided mediation may be offered.  

    You do not have to sign up for the morning meditation; everyone is welcome!

  • TUE - Midday Meditation

    Date: 18th of June 2024
    Time: 12:45 - 13:15
    Location: Quite Room Vrijhof (VR 2.29)

    Every Tuesday, even outside the Well-Being weeks, there are midday meditation sessions.

    No need to sign-up, just come and enjoy a relaxing session. 

  • TUE - Workshop: Belly Fit

    Date: 18th of June 2024 
    Time: 15.30 - 17.00
    Location: Square between Vrijhof and uPark

    Are you up for a unique workout that strengthens both your body and mind? Join our Belly Fit workshop! A fantastic combination of yoga, belly dancing, and fitness in the open air on our beautiful campus. No experience needed, everyone is welcome! Enjoy the relaxation while staying active. Perfect for students and staff. Don’t miss out and come experience how wonderful effort can feel! 


  • WED - Tai chi

    Date: 19th of June 2024
    Time: 08.00 - 09.00
    Location: Audiozaal in Vrijhof

    The amount of physical and mental energy that we spend in our daily life has increased enormously over the last decade. The result is that we, as a human being, put higher demands on our own energy supplies, have to deal with more distractions and have difficulties in finding and keeping the right balance in our daily activities. 

    Tai Chi is a Chinese martial art that is practiced for self-defense and health. Through slow and intentional movements in unison with breathing and mental focus you will relax your body and mind. And boost your energy levels.  

    During this activity, you will get a lesson in Tai Chi at the beginner level, so no previous experience is needed.  
     

    So, stand up, join us for Tai Chi and you will feel more relaxed an energized afterwards!
    Sign-up here
  • WED - Ubattle

    Date: 19th of June 2024
    Time: 17.00 - 17.55
    Location: SC 5

    With the new grouplesson Ubattle you will do a high-intensity workout which has a mix of different combat sports. A great way to improve your condition and strength, without fighting against an opponent.


  • THU - Lunchwalks

    Date: 20th of June 2024 
    Time: Start 12:30 - 13:00 (O&O-Square) until 14:00
    Location: O&O Square

    It's time again for the well-known lunch walks! Get a breath of fresh air during your break, enjoy a free delicious lunch, and don’t forget to invite your colleagues to walk together. This year there are new routes to walk on campus, introducing the concept of ‘Meeting on the move’. Ready for exercise, a nice lunch, and are you curious about these ‘Meeting on the move’ routes? 


    Stand up for lunch & register now.
    Sign-up here
  • THU - Spinning

    Date: 20th of June 2024
    Time: 17.00 - 17.55
    Location: SC 6

    Spinning is a great way to improve your fitness. As part of a group, you cycle on a special spinner bike with a weighted flywheel. This exercise program includes upbeat music that motivates you to maintain a suitable tempo. Together with the instructor, you do sprints, pedal standing up, and also catch your breath during well deserved (but still active) breaks. Spinning is fantastic interval training: you build up a nice sweat and burn a lot of kilojoules. So after just a brief hour workout, you return home satisfied, feeling nicely tired and fit.


  • FRI - Mobility Flow

    Date: 21st of June 2024
    Time: 12.30 - 13.30
    Location: SC 5

    This dynamic session combines exercises to improve your joint range of motion and flexibility with strength-building movements. You will flow from one exercise to the next, keeping your body challenged.  Expect a focus on core stability, functional movements, and elements like yoga poses or primal movement patterns. It's a perfect way to boost your overall fitness and leave you feeling energized and limber.