Virtual Recreation & Wellbeing

At Campus Rec, the health and wellbeing of our members, staff, and the Portland State community is of the utmost importance to us. Stay active, informed, and engaged wherever you are with our virtual offerings and resources.

Physical Wellbeing

• Group X On Demand Videos - A selection of recorded virtual Group X classes is available on our YouTube channel. Access virtual Group X videos anytime and anywhere that is convenient for you.
• Virtual On Demand Training - Campus Rec personal trainers offer free, on-demand virtual training programs that are open to everyone (no pdx.edu email or Campus Rec membership required). On demand training options range from cardio and strength to flexibility and motivation. Visit our Virtual On Demand Training webpage for more detailed descriptions of each training option. 
• Joyn. - Free and virtual classes made for you regardless of your energy, equipment on hand, or what you're wearing. 

Inclusive Rec

Accessible Offerings

• BORP Online Fitness Studio - Access a wide range of free online workouts suitable for people with physical disabilities and movement limitations. 
• Accessible At-Home Workouts - These at-home wheelchair basketball workouts are designed for you to complete on your own at home, and focus on strength, coordination, endurance, cardio, and stretching. 

Family-Friendly Offerings

• Resources & Services for Parents - PSU's Resource Center for Students with Children has created a Google site to bring you the most relevant list of family-friendly resources and support. 
• 25 Ways to Get Kids Moving at Home
• Les Mills on Demand - Campus Rec recommends the family-friendly workouts for kids of varying ages. 
• GoNoodle - fun and engaging videos and games to get kids up and moving 
• Cosmic Kids Yoga - Yoga, mindfulness, and relaxation designed specially for kids aged 3+, used in schools and homes all over the world.
• Grillio - A Kid’s Guide to Health and Nutrition

Emotional Wellbeing

• Wellbeing at Campus Rec - Campus Rec's wellbeing team engages the entire campus community with in person and virtual events and programs throughout the year to increase awareness about and improve holistic wellbeing. Learn more about the eight dimensions of wellbeing on our Wellbeing webpage.
  • Fat Chat with Campus Rec - Fat Chat with Campus Rec is a series of CampusWell articles tackling all things bodies! Campus Rec is actively working to be more size inclusive, decrease gym anxiety, and change the perception about who belongs at the Rec Center. 
  • Mindful Meanderings Podcast - Mindful Meanderings is a podcast aimed at expanding your daily mindfulness practice as you get outside to walk. Each episode has a different focus aimed at expanding our daily mindfulness practice. From practicing gratitude, finding joy, and simply being in the moment, we are excited to be a part of your mindful walk or roll experience.  
  • Love Your Body Resources - Learn how to cultivate body positivity and practice self-love with PSU's Love Your Body resources.  For a deeper dive into understanding diet culture and the fat liberation movement, consider watching one of our recorded Love Your Body Week presentations on the Campus Rec YouTube Channel.
  • Health at Every Size (HAES®) - Campus Rec champions body positivity and embraces Health at Every Size® (HAES®) Principles. We believe everyone belongs in the Rec Center. We welcome and invite people in all bodies to experience our facility and programs and find joy in movement. All Campus Rec staff are trained in Health at Every Size® principles and values as part of our work to dismantle “gym culture” and promote inclusion.
  • Wellbeing Videos - Visit Campus Rec's YouTube page for a variety of wellbeing videos ranging from relaxation exercises to desk stretches and financial wellbeing tips. 
• PSU's Center for Student Health and Counseling (SHAC) - SHAC remains fully committed to the physical and emotional health and wellness of PSU students. SHAC offerings include: Health Services, Counseling Services, Dental Services, Mind Spa, Telehealth, Student Health Insurance, COVID-19 Testings and Vaccines, and Wellness Education. Schedule your appointment today by calling 503.725.2800. 
  • My Student Support Program @ PSU (My SSP@PSU) - Call. Chat. Anytime. Anywhere. SHAC has expanded using a mobile app, telephone, and the web to conveniently connect students with free, confidential mental health and wellbeing support 24/7. To get started, download the My SSP app from the App Store or Google Play, visit the My SSP website, or call 866.743.7732. Visit SHAC to learn more.

Financial Wellbeing

• PSU Financial Wellness Center - The Financial Wellness Center is open and available for questions. Make an appointment with a financial coach, drop into a virtual zoom session or email studentfinancialservices@pdx.edu.
• PSU Basic Needs Hub - Provides students with one place to stop for all concerns related to providing for basic needs support so students can focus on academics, career goals, and interpersonal relationships. Email basicneedshub@pdx.edu, call (503) 725-2740, or head over to Smith Memorial Student Union, suite 435 with any questions you may have.