Single Sessions
Hours & How to Access
Drop in for a 45-minute conversation with a counselor at RecWell (room 370D) on Tuesdays from 3:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m. Single Sessions are confidential, no cost, and can help you address a specific stressor or make a plan for next steps.
How to get there:
- Use the stairs or elevator to get to the 3rd floor
- Turn left
- Walk past the mats and treadmills
- On your left, there will be a small hallway with private bathrooms
- Walk past the private bathrooms, and the Single Session door is labeled
Check in at the front desk if available. If not, grab a number and slide it under the door to let the counselor know someone is waiting for them. The counselor will be with you as soon as they become available. Sessions cannot start in the final 15 minutes before a session ends. Check the Single Sessions Schedule on Boynton's website for changes in availability.
About
Boynton Health offers no-cost, confidential conversations with a counselor, so you can talk to someone and make a plan. No appointment needed, no documentation on your health record, and you will not receive a bill. Single Sessions conversations take place in person at various locations on the East Bank, West Bank, and St. Paul campus. Learn more about Single Sessions & Let's Talk Consultations.
Single Sessions & Let's Talk Consultations are not a substitute for therapy or formal counseling and do not constitute mental health treatment. These sessions are not designed to provide crisis support. For crisis services, please refer to Boynton's Mental Health Crisis Resources page or call the Student Crisis Line at 612-301-4673.
PAWS
Hours & How to Access
PAWS visits the Rec every other Monday, 12:00-2:00pm, in Multipurpose Room 6 on the 4th floor.
How to get there:
- Take the main stairs or elevator to the 4th floor.
- Turn left.
- Walk until you see Multipurpose Room 6.
About
Feeling stressed? Love animals? Pet away worry & stress at RecWell!
PAWS is a safe, welcoming, and fun setting that is open and FREE to everyone in the University of Minnesota community. Students are invited to attend PAWS as often as possible throughout the school year to take a break and interact with the animals, their handlers, and other attendees.
PAWS sessions are not open to research or evaluation groups that collect data, conduct surveys, or gather information. Please respect PAWS' primary purpose of supporting student well-being.
Free Yoga Fridays
Hours & How to Access
East Bank - Restorative Yoga
4:00pm, MP 3/4
Free Yoga Fridays is hosted in Multipurpose Room 3/4 on the 2nd floor of the Recreation & Wellness Center.
After the class, enjoy our free tea table to round out the restorative experience.
- Take the elevator or main stairs to the fourth floor.
- Multipurpose Room 3/4 will be straight ahead
St. Paul Gym - Yoga Flow
12:00pm, 2nd floor studio
Free Yoga Fridays is hosted in the Studio on the second floor of the St. Paul Gym.
- Take the elevator or stairs to the second floor.
- The Studio is located across from the track doors and next to the Upper Fitness Center.
About
In times of stress, it is important to spend time caring for your body.
Reset your nervous system with our Restorative Yoga class. In this hour-long class taught by a certified instructor, you will be led through a relaxing flow to help you unwind and enter the weekend recharged.
Free Mat Pilates at Off-Campus Safety Center
Hours & How to Access
Tuesdays, 2:30 pm-3:15 pm at the Off-Campus Safety Center
About
We're excited to introduce a NEW Mat Pilates Class at Off-Campus Safety Center. No equipment needed. Just show up and move! Strong core. Calmer mind.
Free Mat Pilates on West Bank
Hours & How to Access
Wednesdays at 1:45pm - 2:15pm
Wilson Library: 309 S 19th Ave, Minneapolis, MN 55455
Great if you have classes or live on West Bank!
About
This unique class concentrates on strength and stabilization of muscles while increasing flexibility and energizing the body.
All fitness levels are welcome.
Mats provided. Bring a water bottle and arrive 10 minutes early.
Tea Time Thursdays
Hours & How to Access
Thursday 11:00am - 1:00pm
Multipurpose room 2 (2nd Floor)
About
Tea is a great way to create a quiet, soothing moment for yourself.
Stop by our tea table for a free and friendly mindful moment.
At-Home Workout Videos
Hours & How to Access
About
Virtual workouts are a great way to get active while on the go or staying at home. Led by our diverse and expert instructors, follow along and have fun!
Campus Partners
Boynton Mental Health & Counseling
Boynton Mental Health & Counseling general
Want to explore mental health services at the U of M? Check out Student Counseling Services (SCS). SCS offers a range of free and confidential services for UMN Twin Cities students including: short-term individual therapy, groups, and workshops. Starting Fall semester 2021, many of our services will be available both in person and virtually.
Boynton Mental Health & Counseling groups/workshops
Boynton Mental Health & Counseling groups/workshops
Student Counseling Services (SCS) offers a range of online educational workshops, affinity groups, and therapy groups free to all UMN Twin Cities students. You will learn new skills and strategies, connect with other students, and share experiences in a safe, supportive, online environment. Groups range in number of participants, meeting time, and frequency.
Physical Therapy
Physical Therapy
You can meet with a physical therapist at RecWell! Please visit Boynton for more information on the physical therapy program.
Gender and Sexuality Center
The Gender and Sexuality Center for Queer and Trans Life offers multiple programs that span across four main areas: education, outreach, advocacy and support. Check out some of their rescources and programs.
Bakken Center for Spirituality and Healing
- Create Space for Listening Guide: Helping people feel seen and heard can help to reduce isolation, strengthen relationships and build community. Intentionally creating space for listening can be one of the best ways to support our colleagues and students during difficult times.
- Student Resources:
- Free Mindful Mondays programming every Monday over the noon hour, held live via Zoom, and also recorded for those who can't attend live. Our experienced facilitators will guide you through a series of mindful movements and meditations that will leave you feeling rejuvenated. No prior experience or special clothing is necessary.
- Waking the Oracle programming - an ongoing project that creates immersive experiences activating intergenerational community wisdom sharing, healing, and wellbeing through music, dance, storytelling, participatory arts, and dialogue. Waking the Oracle events foster meaningful connection to self, community, and the planet as we build our capacities to learn and heal together in these challenging times and create our positive futures together. Our next event is coming up on May 20, Calling in New Life: A Turning Toward Spring Music & Meditation Immersion - free, and held online via Zoom. We've also started a student arts club.
- Our Taking Charge of Your Wellbeing website, with tips and resources in support of whole-person wellbeing.