BHIP for Staff & Faculty
BHIPp
Bruin Health Improvement Program (BHIP)p: Better Movement & Posture
Do you sit too much, feel stiff, and want to work on your posture and start strength training? Then, this 8-week program is for you! This new addition to the wildly successful Bruin Health Improvement Program suite slows things down by first addressing common postural strategies that can impair high quality, pain free movement. This class is led by highly trained fitness professionals and features:
- assessments for program personalization
- movement drills and exercises, specific to your needs
- Slower paced introduction to strength training
Program Dates: 7/7/25 - 8/29/25
Class Options: In person: MWF: 5:15-6:15pm OR Virtual: TuTh 12:00-1:00p
The online class requires the following equipment: resistance band and door strap, adjustable bench, foam roller, wedges, pillow, two yoga blocks, and 2 sets of dumbbells. More information about equipment provided after enrollment. Equipment is available/provided for the in-person class on campus.
Applications were available through Wednesday, 6/25. Lottery results were sent on Thursday 6/26.
Must be employed 50% time or more to be eligible to apply for BHIP programs.
BHIP .5
Bruin Health Improvement Program (BHIP) .5: Physical Activity, Nutrition, & Healthy Cooking
The Bruin Health Improvement Program (BHIP) .5 is a 10 week lifestyle change program designed to increase the fitness and thereby the health of the UCLA Employee*. BHIP .5 is a program for those who may be sedentary, looking to lose weight, or not ready to join BHIP OnRamp. FREE for first time participants!* It is funded by UCLA and is a tremendous investment in UCLA’s most precious resource: the staff and faculty.
*Must be employed 50% time or more to be eligible to apply for BHIP and/or BHIP.5.
Virtual BHIP.5 Programs - Spring 2025:
PHYSICAL ACTIVITY & NUTRITION PROGRAM
A 10-week lifestyle change program that offers low-impact physical activity, nutrition education, meal plans, cooking classes, and weekly challenges. Participants will learn to eat, cook, think, and move more healthfully. Two live workouts led by certified fitness professionals and one live nutrition session led by the FITWELL registered dietitian or UCLA Teaching Kitchen chef are offered each week. BHIP.5 is appropriate for individuals who are sedentary or whose primary goals may be to lose weight, increase daily physical activity, learn to eat and cook more healthfully, and improve overall health. Participants are chosen via a lottery drawing of applications.
Program Dates: 5/19/25 - 7/24/25
Class Days/Times:
- Mondays, 5:30-6:30p (Nutrition education classes and 3 live culinary classes)
- Tuesdays & Thursdays 5:30-6:30p (Workout classes)
Plus 30 min 1:1 sessions with a registered dietitian!
Location: Virtual classes via Zoom
Applications were available through Wednesday 5/7/25. Lottery results were sent on Thursday 5/8/25.
Equipment requirements will be discussed at orientation.
Minimum equipment: One resistance tube with handles (medium resistance) and a set of dumbbells (light/medium).
Recommended equipment: A variety of resistance tubes with handles (see examples here), one or more resistance loop(s) (see examples here), and 2 or more pairs of dumbbells (light/medium/heavy)
Note for applications: UCLA ID: This ID is displayed on BruinCards or employee badge. UCPath ID: Your UCPath ID can be found by logging into the UCPath portal. The ID number will be displayed in the top left box under your name. It can also be found on UCPath paychecks or paystubs.
HEALTHY COOKING & NUTRITION PROGRAM
A 10-week lifestyle change and culinary program that offers comprehensive nutrition education and health coaching, live practical cooking classes, meal plans, and weekly challenges. Participants will learn to cook and eat more healthfully. One live cooking/nutrition session led by the UCLA Teaching Kitchen professional chef and FITWELL registered dietitian and one live health coaching class are offered each week. BHIP.5 Nutrition Only is appropriate for individuals looking to become a confident home chef, develop healthier, more mindful eating habits, and improve overall health. Participants are chosen via a lottery drawing of applications.
Program Dates: Not offered for Spring 2025
Class Days/Times:
- Mondays, 5:30-7:00p (Cooking/Nutrition class)
- Wednesdays, 12:00-1:00p (Health coaching class)
Plus 30 min 1:1 sessions with a registered dietitian!
Location: Virtual classes via Zoom
Important Information:
In-person program: There is a $150 repeat fee for individuals who have participated in at least four weeks of the program and who wish to repeat BHIP.5.
Virtual program: There is a $40 repeat fee for individuals who have participated in at least four weeks of the program and who wish to repeat BHIP.5
Graduate Student Employees (at 50% time or more) are eligible to apply for BHIP and/or BHIP.5.
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BHIP OnRamp
Bruin Health Improvement Program (BHIP) Onramp: Strength and Conditioning
The Bruin Health Improvement Program (BHIP) OnRamp is a 12 week long strength and conditioning program, exclusively for UCLA faculty and staff* at no cost, offering participants intensive lifestyle training in areas of exercise, nutrition, stress management and mental conditioning. BHIP OnRamp is a comprehensive conditioning program that will improve cardiovascular fitness and overall strength and mobility. It is appropriate for individuals without current limitations and those looking to become much more physically active and nutritionally mindful. FREE for first time participants!*
*Must be employed 50% time or more to be eligible to apply for BHIP and/or BHIP.5.
Learn more about the Bruin Health Improvement program and find out what participants love most in this UCLA Recreation BHIP Vimeo video.
LIVE Virtual BHIP OnRamp - Spring 2025
A 12-week health improvement program designed for individuals looking to learn proper exercise technique, start/improve a regular resistance training program, and increase strength & overall fitness. Enjoy live workouts led by certified fitness professionals three times per week and improve eating habits with an optional nutrition component. BHIP is appropriate for individuals who are generally active, but looking to add regular resistance training, and create sustainable nutrition habits to help reach their overall health goals.
Participants are chosen via a lottery drawing of applications. Participants will be assigned ONE class time. BHIP OnRamp graduates can join the BHIP Ongoing Program.
Program Dates: 5/19/ 25 - 8/8/25
Class Options:
- Virtual class time: 7:00-8:00a on Monday, Wednesday & Friday (Live via Zoom)
Applications were available through Wednesday 5/7/25. Lottery results were sent on Thursday 5/8/25.
Note for applications: UCLA ID: This ID is displayed on BruinCards or employee badges. UCPath ID: Your UCPath ID can be found by logging into the UCPath portal. The ID number will be displayed in the top left box under your name. It can also be found on UCPath paychecks or paystubs.
For the best experience, participants in virtual class times need the following equipment:
Minimum: One resistance tube with handles (medium resistance) and a set of dumbbells (light/medium)
Recommended: A variety of resistance tubes with handles (see examples here), one or more resistance loop(s) (see examples here), and 2 or more pairs of dumbbells (light/medium/heavy)
Equipment requirements will be discussed at orientation.
Important Information:
In-person program: There is a $150 repeat fee for individuals who have participated in at least four weeks of the program and who wish to repeat BHIP OnRamp.
Virtual program: There is a $40 repeat fee for individuals who have participated in at least four weeks of the program and who wish to repeat BHIP OnRamp.
BHIP is no longer offering deferrals and/or wait listing.
Graduate Student Employees (at 50% time or more) are eligible to apply for BHIP and/or BHIP.5.
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OnRamp graduates: Graduates from the in-person OnRamp program will be eligible to join in-person or virtual BHIP Ongoing. Graduates from a virtual BHIP OnRamp are eligible to join virtual BHIP Ongoing only.
Learn more information about BHIP Onramp.
BHIP Onramp Medical Release Form
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BHIP Ongoing
Bruin Health Improvement Program (BHIP) Ongoing - Virtual and In Person
As a BHIP graduate, you have the opportunity to continue what you've learned in BHIP Onramp with BHIP Ongoing. You are eligible to enroll or re-enroll in BHIP Ongoing at any time.
Virtual BHIP Ongoing - Summer 2025
Virtual BHIP Ongoing is available only for BHIP OnRamp Graduates or by approval of BHIP Coordinator. Virtual BHIP Ongoing includes access to LIVE classes offered two days/week (Tu/Th) at 7a or 5:30p via Zoom. Summer class dates are 7/1/25 - 9/30/25.
Cost: $90/quarter. Register via the UCLA Recreation online store. Available as a quarterly membership with Payroll Deduction (PRD) options.
Email BHIP with any questions or for more information on how to sign-up.
In-Person BHIP Ongoing - Summer 2025
In-person BHIP Ongoing is currently available for BHIP Graduates of in-person BHIP Onramp classes or by approval of BHIP Coordinator. BHIP Ongoing includes access to in person classes at Drake Stadium, virtual classes, and a Rec membership, including access to all available facilities.
Class Schedule as of 6/23/25:
Mon. - 6:15a, 7:15a, 11a, 5:15p, 4p, 6:20p
Tue. – 6:15a, 7:15a, 12:05p, 5:15p, 6:20p
Wed. – 6:15a, 7:15a, 11a, 5:15p, 4p, 6:20p
Thu. – 6:15a, 7:15a,12:05p, 5:15p, 6:20p
Fri. - 11a, 5:15p & 6:20p
Locations: 4p Monday and 11a, 5:15p, & 6:20p Friday classes meet at NW corner of Drake. All other classes meet at the Rig.
Cost:Effective July 1, 2025: Payroll Deduction or AutoPay: $79/month
REGISTER FOR BHIP ONGOING IN PERSON HERE
Email BHIP with any questions or for more information on how to sign-up.