Category Archives: Wellbeing

Health and Fitness, Health and Wellbeing, Wellbeing

Deep Restore Yoga – 2hrs of bliss!

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Feel relaxed, rejuvenated and ready to take on the world (or at least, your last week of assignments and tests!)

Yoga student in supported reclining butterfly pose
Reclining Butterfly pose in a Deep Restore class
Deep Restore Yoga with Heart and Mind Yoga

Using science backed techniques, join our expert teacher on a guided journey to relaxation and a nervous system reset.

Absolutely no experience or equipment required, just you in some comfy clothes doing some gentle stretching and breath work.

At just $8 for UC Students, this is fantastic value as these sessions usually sellout in the community at $45!   What more reason do you need?

Where and when?
  • Sunday 18th August, 11.30am  (arrive by 11.15am to check-in, get settled and not to disturb everyone coming in late)
  • Te Moana nui a Kiwa | Rehua 226 (NOT the RecCentre!)
For more information

Visit our website and hit the link to the portal to enrol.    You’ll need to have your RecCentre registration sorted (remember, that’s free for all UC students, included as part of your student levy).  You can enrol now and pay at your next visit to the gym.

Please refer to our cancellation policies if you can no longer make it. This session sold out last term, so we need 24hours notice of cancellation for a refund, but more importantly so others don’t miss out.

Ngā mihi
UC Rec&Sport | Te Ratonga Hākinakina

Events and entertainment, Health and Fitness, Health and Wellbeing, Wellbeing

JOIN US FOR MONDAY MINDFULNESS!

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We are excited to announce that Lads Without Labels and UC Wellbeing will be offering guided mindfulness sessions every fortnight during term time.

Mindfulness is a scientifically proven technique that can help to manage stress.

Come along to the Living Room space (next to the UC Bookshop) at 8am, settle in and relax for an 8:15 – 8:30 guided mindfulness, then help yourself to some kai and have a kōrero. Then shoot off to a 9am lecture or a uni day fed, relaxed and ready!

Semester 2 Mindfulness Monday dates:

Term 3:
Monday 5 August (Week 4)
Monday 19 August (Week 6)

Term 4:
Monday 9 September (Week 1)
Monday 23 September (Week 3)
Monday 7 October (Week 5)

Looking forward to seeing you on Mondays!

Helping the community, The Community, Wellbeing

Join the Modern Feminist Society Club in Supporting Local Charities with Our Food Drive!

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We are excited to announce that the Modern Feminist Society Club is hosting a food drive to support several incredible local charities: Hoon Hay Food Bank, Christchurch City Mission, The Salvation Army, Tawa Foundation, Rachel’s House Trust, It Takes a Village, and Aviva.

How you can help:

They are seeking donations of the following items to help those in need:

  • Non-perishable/long-lasting food items: Canned goods, pasta, rice, cereals, etc.
  • Clean blankets and sheets
  • Jackets and clothes
  • Toiletries: Soap, shampoo, toothpaste, etc.
  • Baby clothes and nappies
  • Unopened baby formula
  • Unused sanitary products

Donation drop-off:

You can drop off your donations at the Chaplaincy Centre located in the Karl Popper Building at the University of Canterbury. If you are unable to drop off your items, don’t worry! Simply send them an email at ucmodernfeministsociety@gmail.com, and they will arrange to pick up your donations.

Why it matters:

Your contributions will make a significant difference in the lives of individuals and families who are struggling in our community. By coming together and supporting this food drive, we can help provide essential items to those who need them most.

Get involved:

Whether you’re able to donate items or spread the word about our food drive, your support is invaluable. Join them in making a positive impact in our community.

Thank you for your generosity and kindness.