Weekly Wellness Classes
Weekly Wellness Class Schedule
CHEW'S Spring 2026 Weekly Wellness Classes begin Monday, February 2nd. Check out the class locations on RoyalSync, IM Leagues or email chew@scranton.edu. Drop-in classes taught by professional instructors to promote stress relief and increase strength, flexibility, and mindfulness. Classes are free and open to students, staff and faculty.
Spring Semester Offerings: (please note new locations)
Guided Mindfulness Meditation- Monday 5:00 pm-5:30 pm Weiss Hall Well-being Room
Drop-in Pickleball*- Tuesdays 12-1-Byron Gym
Calm & Strong Yoga- Tuesdays 5:30 pm- 6:15 pm Weiss Hall Well-being Room
Evening Reset & Restore Yoga- Tuesdays 7:00 pm- 7:45 pm- Weiss Hall Well-being Room
Functional Movement Yoga- Wednesdays 12:15 pm -12:45 pm- Weiss Hall Well-being Room
Light Weights & Abs*- Wednesdays 5pm- Royals Room Byron Gym *Staff & Faculty only class
Empowered Yoga Flow- Thursdays 5:30 pm -6:15 pm- Weiss Hall Well-being Room
Yoga for Stress & Tension Relief- Fridays 12:15-12:50 pm- Weiss Hall Well-being Room
Weekly Wellness Classes Descriptions:
Spring Semester Offerings: (please note new locations)
* Employee only class
Guided Mindfulness Meditation- Monday 5:00 pm-5:30 pm Weiss Hall Well-being Room
Instructor: Lisa Rigau MS, BSN, RN, Healthy Lifestyle Management
This half-hour class provides the fundamentals of Mindfulness Meditation is shown to reduce anxiety and depression and to improve well-being. Through increased awareness of body sensations, thoughts and emotions these practices are intended to enhance the participant’s ability to recognize and respond to the stressors of everyday life with greater skill and resilience. Through meditation and awareness practices, we will explore this practical and evidence-based approach to assist in alleviating stress and enhancing flourishing in life.
Drop-in Pickleball*- Open hours for Pickleball on your own. Tuesdays 12-1
Click Here to Read the Royal News article about Pickleball on Campus
Join us for America’s fastest-growing sport and play with colleagues! In collaboration with Rec Sports, drop-in Pickleball will be held on Tuesdays from 12-1 p.m. in the Byron Gym courts for staff and faculty. No experience is necessary, and all skill levels are welcome. Please email chew@scranton.edu if you are interested in being on the Pickleball email list.
Calm & Strong Yoga- Tuesday 5:30 pm-6:15 pm- Weiss Hall Well-being Room
Instructor: Miranda Miaris
Calm & Strong Yoga is a weekly invitation to slow down, soften, and reset your nervous system. This is a Yin and Restorative yoga practice, featuring slow, steady, floor-based postures to gently release tension in the body and calm the mind. This class is open to everyone. There are no physical requirements and no prior yoga experience needed.
Evening Reset & Restore Yoga-Tuesday 7:00 pm- 7:45 pm-Weiss Hall Well-being Room
Instructor: Lynn Braz
This 45-minute gentle, all-levels yoga class focuses on mindful movement, mental clarity and breathing to help manage stress, improve concentration, and support overall well-being. Perfect for unwinding in the evening and creating space to reset before the rest of your week. Designed for all levels, the practice helps reduce stress,
improve focus, and restore a sense of balance.
Functional Movement Yoga- Wednesday 12:15 pm -12:45 pm- Weiss Hall Well-being Room
Instructor: Nicole Kreidler
Recharge your midday with this 30-minute lunchtime class designed to build strength, increase mobility, and energize your body. Flow continuously through standing and floor-based sequences that link movement with breath, helping you activate the muscles that support you in daily life. Take this time for yourself to enhances body awareness, focus, and functional strength keeping you grounded, present, and strong throughout your day. This is best for those looking for a more active class.
Light Weights & Abs*- Wednesdays 5pm- Royals Room Byron Gym *Staff & Faculty only class
Instructor: Maribeth Smith
An upbeat group fitness class combining total body toning and aerobic exercise using light weights and resistance bands. Have fun while burning calories and toning your muscles. Please wear comfortable workout attire and sneakers. Light weights are provided.
Empowered Yoga Flow- Thursdays 5:30 pm -6:15pm- Weiss Hall Well-being Room
Instructor: Miranda Miaris
Empowered Yoga is designed to build strength, stability, and confidence, both physically and mentally. This class blends intentional movement with mind-to-muscle awareness to help you feel present, empowered, and strong. You can expect a moderately active class that focuses on functional strength, mobility, and alignment. Modifications and options are always offered so you can move in a way that feels right for your body. The pace is intentional and accessible, allowing you to challenge yourself while still honoring rest when needed.
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Yoga for Stress & Tension Relief- Fridays 12:15-12:50 pm-
Instructor: Kim Dempsey
Yoga for Stress & Tension Relief is a nervous system–supportive class focused on easing physical and mental stress. Through slow, mindful movement, grounding breathwork, and gentle stretches, participants release tension held in the neck, shoulders, hips, and low back. The class promotes a sense of spaciousness, grounding, and connection, leaving participants with lasting calm beyond the mat.
* Employee only class
If you are interested in getting on the list for any weekly wellness classes, please email chew@scranton.edu
Questions? Feel free to call CHEW at 570-941-4253 or email chew@scranton.edu
Check out the Schedule on Royal Sync, IM Leagues or email chew@scranton.edu
Weekly Wellness Classes 0n Your Own on CHEW's YouTube Page
Yoga Anytime - Recorded Youtube Classes w/ Chelsea & Scott
Be Kind To Your Mind-Wellness Break Anytime- 15 minute sessions.
Email chew@scranton.edu to be placed on a group email to receive notifications about information and /or cancellations about the class you are interested in attending.
