Optimize Your Physical, Mental, and Emotional Health | |
Our programs and workshops help you develop skills that maximize your mind, body, and spiritual health. They're open to adults of all ages and range from a one-time seminar to weekly classes and multi-day workshops. | |
Find Calm in the Midst of Change | |
Offered at Duke since 1998, our Mindfulness programs invite participants to practice present moment awareness, deep relaxation, and gentle movement. | |
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Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction (MBSR) is a method of using meditation and yoga to cultivate awareness and reduce stress. In the MBSR Distance Learning course, participants “meet” with their instructor and classmates once a week via web conference from wherever they may be.

Sessions start week of January 11, 2023.
This program will be conducted virtually via Zoom!
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Renew or deepen your mindfulness practice in a supportive retreat environment.
Join those currently enrolled in a Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction (In-person or Distance) course for a half-day meditation intensive.
Pre-requisite: Completing an MBSR course is required to register for this event.
Date: October 22, 2022
This program will be conducted virtually via Zoom!
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Join us for a weekly “taste” of mindfulness. No previous meditation experience is necessary. New participants will learn meditation practices with instructor guidance. Experienced meditators can also join us to deepen their daily practice in a community environment. Topics and instructors for each session vary.
Available in two formats.
Wednesdays
Noon -1:00 p.m. ET
This program will be conducted virtually via Zoom!
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What participants are saying about their experience in the MBSR Program: “I am more in touch with my life – and happier without reason.” MBSR Program Participant, 2022.
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Duke Health & Well-Being experts created the Fundamentals of Medical Weight Management course based on 50 years of research and a deep understanding of what it takes to manage weight. It is designed for every person who wants insight on how to change eating habits, improve exercise routines, and adopt a healthier lifestyle to meet wellness goals. | |
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Getting on Track provides a whole-person approach to weight management and lifestyle change. This eight-week program features weekly interactive nutrition, exercise, and behavioral change classes as well as weekly group exercise sessions and individualized nutrition and exercise plans.
Dates: Sept. 20 - Nov. 10, 2022
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Expand Your Well-Being Toolbox | |
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Just as you may invest in your retirement, home, or physical health, it is also important to invest in your emotional wellness.
Duke Health and Well-Being’s Marissa Holsten, LCSW, will discuss ways to be intentional and purposeful in creating positive experiences to balance your day-to-day stressors and create a strong foundation for your emotional health.
Date: September 23, 2022
This program will be conducted virtually via Zoom!
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Be Part of a Supportive Community with Our
In-Person Programs
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Track Circuit
Last Chance to Register
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Join us outdoors for this early morning, small group fitness class as we use the track area for our workout fun! Using available equipment such as benches, our track, and the ground, your workout will include both body strength and cardiovascular exercises.
The class is self-paced, and modifications will be given. The class will end with a full-body stretch. Bring your towel, mat, and water.
Dates: Sept. 12 - Nov. 2, 2022
Anyone may register by calling 919-660-6660.
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Balance & Function
Starts Sept. 27, 2022
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Balance and Function is a weekly, in-person class designed to improve balance through functional exercises. Our goal is to reduce the risk of falls and improve confidence in everyday activities.
Activities include sitting to standing, reaching overhead for objects, getting up and down off the floor, and working through unstable surfaces in multiple directions.
Dates: Sep. 27- Nov. 1, 2022
Anyone may register by calling 919-660-6660.
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Come experience the Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction Program on our beautiful campus. Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction (MBSR) uses meditation and yoga to cultivate awareness and reduce stress.
MBSR can help people cope with medical problems, job or family-related stress, anxiety, and depression. Join us for these 9 weekly in-person Sessions at Duke Integrative Medicine.
Sessions start week of January 11, 2023.
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Can't join us for the next session of a program you're interested in? Join the Interest List, and the next time new dates are posted, we'll contact you!
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