Yale NUS College

Wellness Initiatives

To make Yale-NUS a healthy place for learning, playing, and living, through intentional initiatives that foster a culture of balance, compassion, gratitude and self-awareness.
Wellness Initiatives
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Wellness and
Fitness Classes

Engaging recreation and fitness activities are regularly held during term time to promote physical wellness and an active lifestyle within the college community.

Mindfulness Classes

  1. Introduction to Mindfulness: Care for Oneself, Care for Each Other


    Wednesdays, 2 hours each session
    • Week 1 – Self-care
    • Week 2 – Mindfulness of Emotions
    • Week 3 – Care for Others
    • Week 4 – Mindfulness in the Classroom (Everyday Mindfulness)

  2. Intermediate Mindfulness: A Mindful Journey to Happiness


    Tuesdays, 2 hours each session
    • Week 1 – Be Here Now
    • Week 2 – Mindfulness for Restless Bodies and Minds
    • Week 3 – Mindfulness for Training Your Attention
    • The Skills of Happiness

Yoga Classes

For beginners. Limited mats available. Sessions led by our Student Associates.


  • Every Mondays, 8.00am - 9.00am
    (Dance Studio)
  • Every Thursdays, 6.00pm - 7.00pm
    (Practice Room 6)

Zumba

Inspired by various styles of Latin American dance and music, our Zumba class is exhilarating with easy to follow steps combined with a high-energy workout! No experience required! All are welcome!


Dance Studio

  • Every Tuesdays, 5.30pm – 6.30pm
  • Every Thursdays, 5.00pm – 6.00pm
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R.I.C.E

Resilience is the capacity for successful adaptation in the face of stress, challenge, and adversity.

Learn the key concepts of resilience rooted in positive psychology, and take away useful tools applicable for a thriving college experience! Grow your emotional resilience bank, work on your well-being, and develop a greater sense of optimism and hope to combat burnout and distress.


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Organise a Wellness Event

Got an idea for a wellness-related initiative on campus? Apply for funding through the Community Initiatives Funding supported by Campus Life. Examples of past projects include campus gratitude booths, active listening workshops and dialogues on body positivity. All students are eligible to apply!

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Wellness Wisdom Newsletter

A one-stop shop for all wellness-related news on campus. Access the latest updates on wellness initiatives, get practical tips on how to thrive in college, reach out for feedback on wellness in Yale-NUS, and read about fun things you can do off-campus this month!

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Natalie Ang
Manager