Tuesday 13 January
Tuesday 13 January
Kicking off with energy!
The first day of the Wellbeing Days is packed with energy! Get inspired by sporty workouts, surprising workshops, refreshing lectures and moments of relaxation. The perfect kick-off to three days dedicated to your wellbeing.
This overview shows all activities available to non-Dutch speakers. The full programme is broader, but the activities shown here are offered in English or bilingually (English and Dutch).
Fontys Digital Library
During the Wellbeing Days, the Fontys Digital Library highlights a special selection of e-books, articles, podcasts and videos — all centred around the theme of Wellbeing..
As a Fontys student or staff member, you have direct access to all materials.
Ceremony: Unveiling of Plaquette 113
On Tuesday, a special moment takes place: the unveiling of Plaquette 113. This ceremony marks a meaningful moment within the Wellbeing Days.
More information about the background and details will follow soon.
Registration
You can register for an activity via the button in the programme below. This button redirects you to the Student Sports Centre (SSC) website. Follow these steps to reserve your activity:
- Log in to the SSC website
- Click the blue Fontys button (do not use ‘register’)
- Confirm your details (first-time login only)
- Go to Shop and select the Wellbeing Days tile
- Choose the correct week and day (13–15 January) in the calendar and click Reserve to sign up
- You’re now registered! You will receive a confirmation email
- You can check or cancel your booking(s) under My bookings
Activities are open to both students and staff, unless explicitly stated otherwise
Programme
You will receive a fun and intensive 30-minute lesson with an instructor. High Intensity Interval Training is a method that involves relatively short periods of intense activity and active rest. It is the perfect morning class to start your day actively and full of energy. Clean indoor shoes and a towel are required!
Practical
- Time: 08:00 - 08:30
- Location: Gym, Studentensportcentrum, O.L. Vrouwestraat 1 Eindhoven
- Participants: maximum of 4
- Language: English
- Requirements: clean indoor shoes and towel
POWER YOGA – is an energetic style of yoga that combines flowing movements with strength-building poses. The focus is on breathing, movement and endurance, so that you build muscle, improve flexibility and increase mental clarity. You will feel both challenged and balanced.
Arrive at the yoga class on time so you can start calmly and get the most out of your practice. Bring a towel and warm clothing for the cool-down.
Practical
- Time: 08:00 - 08:50
- Location: Studio 2, Studentensportcentrum, O.L. Vrouwestraat 1 Eindhoven
- Participants: maximum of 15
- Language: English
- Requirements: towel and warm clothing for the cool-down
An energetic barbell workout that transforms your body through strength and endurance. With weights and motivating music, you will push your limits, build strength and increase your confidence. Feel stronger, more confident and ready to take on anything!
Please arrive at least 10 minutes early, as a lot of equipment is needed and the instructor will give some instructions. Clean indoor shoes and a towel are mandatory.
Practical
- Time: 11:00 - 12:00
- Location: Studio 1, Studentensportcentrum, O.L. Vrouwestraat 1 Eindhoven
- Participants: maximum of 10
- Language: English
- Requirements: clean indoor shoes and a towel
Whether you are completely new to the gym or already have some experience, a tour of our Gym is always a good idea and is guaranteed to give you a fresh or new perspective. Together with our instructor, you will explore the entire gym and pick up all kinds of tips and tricks. You will learn about the equipment, free zones, how to use weights, what the house rules are, and everything else you always wanted to know. Don't forget your clean indoor shoes and a towel!
Practical
- Time: 12:30 - 13:30
- Location: Gym, Studentensportcentrum, O.L. Vrouwestraat 1 Eindhoven
- Participants: maximum of 10
- Language: English
- Requirements: clean indoor shoes and a towel
Would you like to gain more insight into your health status and get professional advice? Then come to our health check where a health measurement is carried out with modern equipment.
Practical
- Time: 13:00 - 15:00
- Location: Fitness, Rachelsmolen R12_1.30
- Participants: maximum of 10
- Language: English and Dutch
On Tuesday, a special moment takes place: the unveiling of Plaquette 113. This ceremony marks a meaningful moment within the Wellbeing Days.
More information about the background and details will follow soon. No registration needed.
During the Wellbeing Days, you can enjoy a relaxing massage. The massages are provided by physiotherapy students who already have a solid base of practical experience. It’s a true win–win: for you, it’s a pleasant moment to unwind and become more aware of your body, and for the students, it’s a valuable and practice-oriented learning experience.
Practical
- Time: 15:00 - 16:30
- Location: Fitness, Rachelsmolen R12_1.30
- Participants: maximum of 20
- Language: English
CORE CLASS – Join our 30-minute Core Class for a targeted and intense workout that strengthens and fine-tunes your abs, back, and entire core. Perfect for all fitness levels, this class helps you improve stability, posture, and overall strength in a short but effective session!
Please arrive on time to get the most out of your class. A towel is required.
Practical
- Time: 18:00 - 18:30
- Location: Studio 2, Studentensportcentrum, O.L. Vrouwestraat 1 Eindhoven
- Participants: maximum of 10
- Language: English
- Requirements: towel
Zephyr is the student esports association, and they recently started adding more casual gaming to their training sessions. On the Switch 2, you’ll be playing games like Mario Kart, Boomerang Fu, and Mario Strikers. They also have several other titles available, which you can choose from depending on how many people show up. You can leave the session at any time, you will be gaming for a minimum of 20 / 30 minutes.
Practical
- Time: 18:15 - 22:00
- Location: Neuron, 1.350
- Participants: maximum of 15
- Language: English
- Target audience: students
Ladies, join the soccer training of E.S.V.V. Pusphaira! Pusphaira is currently looking for new girls of all levels. If you're looking for a fun and friendly atmosphere and fun activities, Pusphaira is the place to come and play football. Sound like you? Join our trial training!
Practical
- Time: 19:00 - 20:30
- Location: Sportpark De Hondsheuvels J C Dirkxpad 3, Eindhoven
- Participants: maximum of 15
- Language: English
- Target audience: female students
Urban Cross Training is a CrossFit-style group class. During this class, you will improve your endurance, strength, power endurance and technique for complex exercises. The class starts with a good warm-up to prepare you for the workout. The class continues with skill or technique training. You will receive advice and exercises to improve your squat or clean, for example. Then you will do the “Workout Of the Day” (WOD). During this part, you will do a mix of cardio, strength and explosive exercises. To end the class, we do a cool-down to improve recovery.
Don't forget your clean indoor shoes and a towel!
Practical
- Time: 19:30 - 20:30
- Location: Gym, Studentensportcentrum, O.L. Vrouwestraat 1 Eindhoven
- Participants: maximum of 5
- Language: English
- Requirements: clean indoor shoes and a towel