Bruin MindFit
About
Bruin MindFit is a hands-on mindful movement and meditation course that teaches several effective stress management tools and is offered to faculty, staff, and students at no cost. Bruin MindFit participants practice meditation, breathing (pranayama), basic yoga movement, relaxation, and mindfulness. Several modules are offered multiple times per year: Mindfulness & Stress Reduction, Relaxation & Breathing, Mindfulness & Resilience, Mindfulness, Compassion & Communication, and Play & Release Stress.
Bruin MindFit is appropriate for individuals of all fitness levels, who are ready to cultivate wellness and a daily practice of stress relieving, mindful movement, and meditation. Some possible benefits of Bruin MindFit are:
- greater focus, clarity, & productivity
- increased energy, vitality, & optimism
- less emotional exhaustion, less rumination, & better emotional regulation
- improved body awareness and increased strength & flexibility
- greater resilience, empathy & compassion
Join the FREE Bruin MindFit program this Winter 2026!
Learn and practice meditation, stress management tools, breathing (pranayama), basic yoga movement, mindfulness and more.
FOR UCLA STAFF & FACULTY
*Must be employed 50% time or more to be eligible to apply for Bruin MindFit. If you have unsubscribed from our listserv, please resubscribe to receive our program emails. To resubscribe, click on this link or text UCLAREC to: 22828
FREE LIVE Virtual Bruin MindFit Winter 2026 - Learn More & Register
Bruin MindFit is appropriate for individuals, of all fitness levels, who are ready to cultivate everyday wellness and a daily practice of mindful movement and meditation for stress relief & resilience.
Participants may register for either day and are welcome to attend the alternate day as needed. Recordings are shared via weekly emails if you happen to miss a class.
(1) Embody Joy & Compassion
Learn how to lead, live & connect with compassion. Cultivate more joy & lightness of heart. Practice guided loving kindness-based movement, breathing, meditation & relaxation.
Program Dates: January 27 - February 19, 2026, Class Day and Time: Tuesdays OR Thursdays, 12:00pm- 1:00pm (once a week via Zoom)
(2) Embody Peace & Rest - Breathe & Relax Deeply
Experience deep rest & relaxation. Learn how to unwind & recharge. Feel inner peace. Practice rejuvenative guided movement, breathing, meditation and relaxation.
Program Dates: February 24 - March 19, 2026, Class Day and Time: Tuesdays OR Thursdays, 12:00pm- 1:00pm (once a week via Zoom)
Bruin MindFit Daily Class Overview
Example Lunch Time Class Format (60min)
- Presentation of applied Solutions & Exercises (10 min)
- Guided Mindful Yoga Movement (10 min)
- Guided Breathing Practices (15 min)
- Guided Meditation Practices (15 min)
- Guided Relaxation (10 min)
Example Evening Class Form (75 min)
- Presentation of applied Solutions & Exercises (15 min)
- Guided Mindful Yoga Movement (20 min)
- Guided Breathing Practices (15 min)
- Guided Meditation Practices (15 min)
- Guided Relaxation (10 min)
Wellness Audios
FAQs
Does Bruin MindFit cost money?
No. This program is being offered free to (first time participants) faculty and staff as part of FITWELL’s employee wellness initiative funded by the University.
What is the program like? What will we be doing?
Bruin MindFit is a stress mindful movement and meditation program. Meditation, breathing (pranayama), yoga, relaxation, walking, and mindfulness will be practiced regularly. The goal of the program is for you to walk away with a daily practice that suits you best.
How much physical activity will be included in the program?
Yoga and walking will be done regularly. The yoga will be suitable for a beginner and/or someone who practices yoga regularly. It will include getting up and down from the floor. You will learn several short sequences that could serve as your daily stress management practice. We will also explore several ways to use walking as a meditation and stress management technique. The walks would last 5 minutes to 30 minutes.
Will the meditation require floor sitting?
We will learn several types of meditation. You will always have a chair as an option. When we do meditation on the floor, there will be bolsters, blankets, and blocks available that help to make floor sitting more comfortable.
Who is going to teach the classes?
Our FitWell Staff of Yoga, Meditation, and Fitness Instructors.
Do I have to sign up for a specific time or could I go to any of the scheduled times?
Participants may register for either day and are welcome to attend the alternate day as needed. Recordings are shared via weekly emails if you happen to miss a class.
Do we need to attend each and every class?
We recommend you miss no more than 4 classes total in order for it to be as beneficial as possible. If you foresee missing 4 or more classes, we recommend you apply for the next Bruin MindFit session when you can attend consistently. Schedule alternatives (i.e. practicing from home, make-up classes, etc.) will not be offered.
Do I need to be a recreation member to participate?
No, recreation membership is not required. You only need to be a full time faculty or staff member or student to qualify.
Questions? E-mail FITWELL.