FitWell Courses
UW-Milwaukee’s FitWell Program offers activity-based courses that will improve your well-being – physically, mentally and academically. FitWell moves you to play, create, explore, connect, discover and thrive.
- More than 60 different 1- and 2-credit courses encompassing Fitness, Wellness and Sport.
- Take stress-reducing undergraduate general elective courses in-person, online and hybrid. Find courses that best fit your schedule.
- Sessions include Full-semester (16 week), Half-semester (8 week) sessions with Early or Midterm start and several shorter length courses. Summer and UWinteriM courses are also available.
- With courses applying to your GPA, add a FitWell course at no additional tuition cost* (if total credits are 12-18).
- Multilevel courses – fun, engaging and personalized instruction for beginners and experienced students. Check if prerequisites are needed.
- Register at least 3-4 weeks before classes start via PAWS or Stellic.
Events
- Apr1April 1, 2026 @ 8:00am - July 1, 2026 @ 5:00pm
- Apr13April 13, 2026 - October 28, 2026
Visit our FitWell info table at upcoming events.
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Backpacking
FITWELL 294
Understand and practice the basics of backpacking including: equipment, clothing, shelter, food, fires and personal safety. This adventure course incorporates outdoor knowledge culminating in an overnight required backpacking experience. Practical applications and demonstrations will show you how to pack and carry equipment/supplies over a predetermined route.
Meets online asynchronously and includes a required trip off-campus.
Earn college credit that actively counts toward your GPA.
FitWell Frequently Asked Questions.
- Instructor
Gordon - Semester Offered
Spring - Duration7 weeks
- Time
Partially Online - LocationTravel Required, Online
Badminton
FITWELL 295
Play the second most popular sport in the world! Badminton can be played by all age groups and enjoyed by players of all skill levels.
Develop quick reflexes and stamina while trying to keep the shuttle from touching the ground. You’ll practice how to: serve, drive, net shot and smash. Learn strategies for playing singles and doubles games of badminton.
Earn college credit that actively counts toward your GPA.
FitWell Frequently Asked Questions.
Prerequisites:
No prior experience is required.
Basketball
FITWELL 176
Learn core fundamentals (dribbling, shooting and passing), defensive and offensife strategies, rules and game play. The course includes instruction on how to warm up and stretch correctly, practice drills, decision-making, and refine your technique while playing in-class basketball games.
Earn college credit that actively counts toward your GPA.
FitWell Frequently Asked Questions.
Prerequisites:
No prior experience is required.
Basketball, Coaching Philosophies
FITWELL 295
Analyze the strategies of legendary basketball coaches and refine your own coaching approach. Learn offensive and defensive tactics, how to coach at various levels of competition, and the psychological approach to coaching athletes.
Enhance your skills in the understanding and application of basketball statistics and analytics. Develop effective practice plans to promote player development using drill work, conditioning, and weight training.
Learn how to instill core coaching values and create your personalized coaching philosophy. Transform your coaching and inspire greatness in your players. Join us and elevate your game!
Earn college credit that actively counts toward your GPA.
FitWell Frequently Asked Questions.
Prerequisites:
No prior experience is required.
Beginning SCUBA
FITWELL 126
Interested in the beginning SCUBA course? In this course, you’ll gain an introduction to scuba through academic, confined water, and open water training. During training sessions, you will learn how to assemble, operate, and break down scuba systems.
Develop basic scuba skills such as: mask and regulator cleaning, emergency air management, and dive planning.
This is the first course to take for SCUBA and Diving. This course is a prerequisite for all other UWM scuba or dive courses OR
you must already have a PADI Open Water Diver or qualifying certification to take other scuba or dive courses.
Earn college credit that actively counts toward your GPA.
FitWell Frequently Asked Questions.
Prerequisites:
Students must be able to swim 200 yards without stopping and tread water for 10 minutes.
- Instructor
Otte - Semester Offered
Fall, Spring - Duration7, 8 weeks
- Time
Evening, Partially Online - LocationTravel Required
Bicycle Maintenance
FITWELL 289
Become proficient in bicycle maintenance and a self-sufficient cyclist through hands-on maintenance instruction. Bicycle riders and aspiring mechanics learn how to inspect, clean, and repair their bicycles.
Course topics include: fundamentals and tools, bottom brackets and headsets, wheel systems, brakes, drivetrain, derailleur (front and rear), maintenance scheduling and more!
This class meets for 4 weeks.
Earn college credit that actively counts toward your GPA.
FitWell Frequently Asked Questions.
Bicycle Road Riding
FITWELL 289
Become confident, safe, and legally-compliant while navigating the streets.
Riders will learn the basics of bicycle safety, cycling as exercise, bicycle racing and recreation/commuting. Also, explore the history of bicycling and review bicycle types, technology, frames and components.
Earn college credit that actively counts toward your GPA.
FitWell Frequently Asked Questions.
Prerequisites:
No prior experience is required.
- Instructor
Noll - Semester Offered
Spring - Duration4 weeks
- Time
Online
Billiards & Pool
FITWELL 289
Develop basic cue sport skills to enhance focus, improve coordination and develop strategic problem-solving while relieving stress.
Become competent in various shooting techniques and strategies. Topics covered include equipment bridges, stroke, sighting, target, banking, and the physics and rules of various pocket games like 8-Ball and 9-Ball.
Offered both as an online asynchronous course OR as an in-person course held at the UW-Milwaukee Union Recreation Center.
Earn college credit that actively counts toward your GPA.
FitWell Frequently Asked Questions.
Prerequisites:
No prior experience is required.
Billiards & Pool, Intermediate
FITWELL 289
Review fundamental and advanced Billiards techniques. Refine your skills and explore the rules and games of straight pool, 10-Ball, 7-Ball, one pocket, bank pool and more! Participate in 1-2 class tournaments.
Offered as an online asynchronous course.
Earn college credit that actively counts toward your GPA.
FitWell Frequently Asked Questions.
Prerequisites:
No prerequisite is required. Taking “Billiards & Pool” at UWM or previous experience is recommended.
- Fall, Spring, Summer
- 7, 8 weeks
- Morning, Afternoon, Online
Bowling I or II
FITWELL 161 or FITWELL 162 (for Bowling II)
Bowling is one of the most played recreational sports in the United States. This lifelong sport improves hand-eye coordination, balance, and focus. It’s adaptable and accessible for all ages and skill levels.
Bowling I: Learn basic bowling skills, etiquette, basis form, manual scoring and equipment. Review athletic pose and parts of the lane, bowling history and how to qualify for a tournament. The final will include an in-class tournament.
Bowling II: Refine your bowling skills from Bowling I. Improve your game with different releases and grips. Adapt to changing lane conditions and to using different bowling balls. Play different games and use various advanced techniques to improve your overall skills.
The in-person course is held at the UW-Milwaukee Union Recreation Center.
Earn college credit that actively counts toward your GPA.
FitWell Frequently Asked Questions.
Prerequisites:
No prior experience is required.
- Instructor
Schwartz, Sorce - Semester Offered
Fall, Spring, Summer - Duration7, 8 weeks
- Time
Morning, Afternoon, Online - LocationOn Campus, Online
Bradford Beach Sports
FITWELL 295
This dynamic and engaging course offers students the opportunity to experience the thrill of playing three exciting team sports—Flag Football, Soccer, and Ultimate Frisbee—on the sand. Designed for players of all skill levels, from beginners to experienced athletes, this class provides a fun and active way to develop fundamental skills, improve fitness, and enjoy the unique challenges of beach sports.
Students will learn the essential rules, techniques, and strategies of each game while adapting to the challenges of playing on the sand, such as increased resistance and the need for balance and agility. Each sport will be introduced and played in a relaxed, supportive environment that emphasizes teamwork, strategy, and sportsmanship.
FitWell Course is held at Bradford Beach. 1.7 miles from UW-Milwaukee campus.
Earn college credit that actively counts toward your GPA.
FitWell Frequently Asked Questions.
- Instructor
Thompson - Semester Offered
Summer - Duration4, 6 weeks
- Time
Morning - LocationNear Campus
Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu I or II
FITWELL 293
Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu is a comprehensive workout for the body and mind. It boosts strength, cardio and flexibility while providing effective, technique-focused self-defense.
Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu I: Take Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu with Pura Vida & MMA owners (black and brown belts in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu and MMA fighters).Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu is a martial art, combat sport and a self-defense system that focuses on grappling and ground fighting. The art was derived from the Japanese martial art of Kodokan judo in the early 20th century. Explore seven different positions and become comfortable with transitioning from position to position. Study various techniques and focus on maintaining physical control of your opponent while achieving mental clarity during high intensity situations.
Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu II: Expand your knowledge and skills from Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu 1, while emphasizing the mental strategies needed in implementing various attacks and defenses. As Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu is an ever-evolving art form, this course will begin to explore your ability to create your own unique style. The instructor will demonstrate techniques and then have each student perform them in a slow and controlled fashion while he or she stands by to assist and direct.
Earn college credit that actively counts toward your GPA.
FitWell Frequently Asked Questions.
- Instructor
Klipp, Ottow - Semester Offered
Fall, Spring - Duration7, 8 weeks
- Time
Evening - LocationTravel Required
- Fall, Spring
- 14, 15 weeks
- Morning, Afternoon
Breathwork – Wellness, Vitality and Stress Reduction
FITWELL 298
Explore a variety of breathing practices to reduce stress and bring about relaxed, meditative and energized states of being.
Experience this introductory course on various breathwork practices. Breathwork is any type of breathing practice that brings awareness or conscious control to breathing patterns. These practices can benefit physical, mental or emotional well-being.
Some of the practices are very practical, such as regulating the qualities of breath for optimal functional breathing. Other techniques come from ancient meditation traditions such as yoga, eastern medicine and shamanic practices. This course will be an exploration of a variety of breathing practices that can reduce stress and bring about relaxed, meditative and energized states of being.
Earn college credit that actively counts toward your GPA.
FitWell Frequently Asked Questions.
Prerequisites:
No prior experience is required.
- Instructor
Holy-Skaja - Semester Offered
Fall, Spring - Duration14, 15 weeks
- Time
Morning, Afternoon - LocationOn Campus
Chess: Focus on Tactics
FITWELL 289
Develop your critical thinking, memory and problem-solving skills while improving your chess-playing ability!
You’ll learn the fundamentals, strategies, tactics and history of the game of chess. Understand board setup, piece movements, and the three distinct phases: the Opening, the Middlegame and the Endgame.
Ready to elevate your game? Refine your chess skills through regular practice and use of tactical strategies.
Earn college credit that actively counts toward your GPA.
FitWell Frequently Asked Questions.
Prerequisites:
No prior experience is required.
Coaching Soccer Philosophies
FITWELL 295
Explore the core philosophies that shape successful soccer coaching – at all levels. You’ll examine various coaching styles, tactical approaches, and leadership strategies used by top coaches worldwide. Through case studies, discussions, and practical applications, develop your own coaching philosophy rooted in key principles such as player development, team culture, and game strategy.
Whether aspiring to coach youth, collegiate, or professional teams, you’ll gain insights into effective training methodologies, motivation techniques and ethical coaching practices. By the end of the course, you’ll be equipped to create a personalized coaching philosophy that aligns with your values and coaching goals.
Asynchronous Online learning. Access materials at your own pace and interact with others over extended periods.
Earn college credit that actively counts toward your GPA.
FitWell Frequently Asked Questions.
Cooking Healthy Foods
FITWELL 291
Boost home-cooking confidence and weekly meal prep. Learn practical kitchen techniques to create delicious dishes and meals.
Gain a basic knowledge of healthy food choices and preparation techniques. Recipes are based on classical techniques with attention to low-fat cooking principles and some vegetarian cooking. Online asynchronous course.
Earn college credit that actively counts toward your GPA.
FitWell Frequently Asked Questions.
Prerequisites:
No prior experience is required.
Cooking in College: Beyond Ramen
FITWELL 291
Learn to cook simple, affordable, nutritious meals with minimal equipment. This hands-on course covers basic food preparation, safe food handling, and practical skills to move beyond ramen—helping you fuel yourself well on a budget.
Earn college credit that actively counts toward your GPA.
FitWell Frequently Asked Questions.
Prerequisites:
No prior experience is required.
- Instructor
Misiak, Bland, O’Brien - Semester Offered
Fall, Spring - Duration7 weeks
- Time
Afternoon, Evening - LocationOn Campus
Dance: Ballroom Dance I
FITWELL 130
Develop a functional understanding and practice of the Waltz, Foxtrot, Tango, Rumba, Cha Cha, and Swing. A brief history of each dance style will be given. Two weeks of 4 class periods will be spent on each style, with a review period during midterms and again during the last week of classes. This class does not meet during finals week.
Earn college credit that actively counts toward your GPA.
FitWell Frequently Asked Questions.
Prerequisites:
No dance experience required.
Dance: Salsa, Merengue and Bachata
FITWELL 292
Designed for all levels, this vibrant Latin dance course includes Salsa, Merengue, and Bachata – all originating from the Caribbean islands. You’ll build body awareness, learn footwork, as well as solo and partnering techniques. Learn the history and gain a practical understanding of these dance styles.
All three dances will be covered. 3 weeks will be spent on each dance style, depending on the class’s pace and flow, with a review period before the end. By the end of the course, you’ll be able to recognize different musical rhythms and styles of all dances, and dance accordingly.
Earn college credit that actively counts toward your GPA.
FitWell Frequently Asked Questions.
Prerequisites:
No prior experience is required.
Deep Stretch Yoga
FITWELL 296
Target un-doing the impacts on the body within student life. Through a physical slow-moving yoga practice, we will stretch the areas of the body that contract after sitting for long periods of time in front of screens.
Explore breathing and meditation techniques to help reduce stress and regain optimal focus throughout the semester.
Earn college credit that actively counts toward your GPA.
FitWell Frequently Asked Questions.
Prerequisites:
No prior experience is required.
Digital Photography: Fundamentals
FITWELL 291
Learn the basics of digital photography to make better compositional photographic decisions, take more beautiful, artistic images consistently and share pictures confidently.
Understand fundamentals, including f-stop (aperture), shutter speed, ISO speeds (sensor speed), focal length, and auto setting, so that your photography results are predictable and expected.
This course is designed for those with very little or no knowledge of photography.
Earn college credit that actively counts toward your GPA.
FitWell Frequently Asked Questions.
Prerequisites:
No prior experience is required.
East Indian Vegetarian Cooking
FITWELL 291
Explore East Indian Vegetarian Cooking while learning about Indian culture and its roots in Ayurveda (using Food as Medicine).
Topics include: Indian spices, vegetables, rice beans, Paneer (Indian Cheese), Ayurvedic cooking, and making a vegetarian meal. By the end of this course, you’ll know how to prepare a variety of foods. All recipes are made with natural foods and ingredients.
Course Expectations:
- Must have access to a stove and oven.
- Ability to buy your own fresh ingredients from the grocery store.
- Weekly: Cook two recipes from the several recipes shared each week.
- Weekly: Submit three photos of your recipe results along with 2-3 written paragraphs about your experience with the recipes and what you learned.
- Semesterly: Write a final paper about your cooking experiences.
Earn college credit that actively counts toward your GPA.
FitWell Frequently Asked Questions.
Prerequisites:
No prior experience is required.
Fitness and Wellness for Life
FITWELL 296
Learn the fundamentals of exercise and nutrition as a lifelong form of healthy living.
After completing introductions and going over syllabus information, there are 6 units that cover the 6 chapters we’ll be using in the textbook. Units typically include reading assignments, quizzes, and videos. The last unit consists of the final exam.
All unit work is due on Sundays by 11:59 pm. Details of each unit will become available on Monday following the Sunday on which the previous unit ends.
Earn college credit that actively counts toward your GPA.
FitWell Frequently Asked Questions.
Fitness Walking
FITWELL 296
Transform your health and well-being with this engaging course to help you embrace walking as a lifelong practice.
Learn proper walking techniques to maximize fitness benefits, explore effective recovery strategies, and craft a personalized walking program tailored to your goals. Whether you’re new to fitness or looking to enhance your routine, this course offers a supportive environment for all fitness levels. Take the first step toward a healthier, more active lifestyle—one step at a time!
Earn college credit that actively counts toward your GPA.
FitWell Frequently Asked Questions.
Floral Design, Introduction to
FITWELL 291
Gain hands-on experience in the art and science of creating floral arrangements and working with both fresh and silk flowers.
Discover the names and origins of various flowers, how they are obtained and the proper care of fresh flowers. Experiment with various styles and appropriate flowers. You’ll learn foundational design principles (color theory, balance, depth and scale) and how to use the tools needed to anchor designs securely.
The course may include a trip to a florist’s wholesale house.
Earn college credit that actively counts toward your GPA.
FitWell Frequently Asked Questions.
Prerequisites:
No prior experience is required.
- Instructor
Wurster - Semester Offered
Fall, Spring - Duration7 weeks
- Time
Evening - LocationNear Campus
Meditation & Relaxation, Introduction to
FITWELL 298
Learn to reduce stress, relax and enhance your well-being in this introductory meditation course.
We will explore basic mindfulness meditation practices along with various techniques and skills to improve breathing and overall relaxation. Participation in regular discussions, completion of reflection surveys and daily 10-minute meditation practice are required.
This is an asynchronous online course.
Earn college credit that actively counts toward your GPA.
FitWell Frequently Asked Questions.
Prerequisites:
No prior experience is required.
- Instructor
Holy-Skaja, Zarate - Semester Offered
Fall, Spring, Summer - Duration7, 8 weeks
- Time
Online - LocationOnline
Meditation in the 21st Century
FITWELL 298
Excel in the face of stress in the 21st century with this online meditation class. Each session provides experiential relaxation and/or meditation. Release stress from your day and learn skills to develop your own meditation practice.
Out-of-class practice will be assigned each week to help deepen the experience and facilitate learning the techniques.
Earn college credit that actively counts toward your GPA. 2 credit course.
FitWell Frequently Asked Questions.
Prerequisites:
No prior experience is required.
Meditation with a Touch of Yoga
FITWELL 298
Clear your habitual tendencies and learn to enhance your awareness of body and mind.
Study the ancient psychology, research and science of Astanga Yoga (Himalayan tradition). Review step-by-step instructions for the practice of meditation. In this intermediate course, you’ll learn stress-reduction exercises, the importance of diet and intermediate breathing techniques.
Earn college credit that actively counts toward your GPA.
FitWell Frequently Asked Questions.
Prerequisites:
No prior experience is required.
- Instructor
Holy-Skaja - Semester Offered
Fall - Duration15 weeks
- Time
Afternoon - LocationOn Campus
Meditation, Mindfulness & Stress Reduction
FITWELL 298
Discover the tools necessary for managing stress, learning mindfulness techniques and practicing meditation.
In this beginning-level course, you’ll cover the basic practices of meditation and an introduction to the underlying philosophy and psychology of these practices. Learn how to use breathing as a means of present moment awareness (mindfulness) and quieting the mind, and relaxation practices which are helpful for calming both body and mind. All of the practices are taught as preparation for meditation.
Additionally, learn how to use a simple mantra as a tool for focusing the mind and accessing/deepening the meditative state. The course is a combination of lecture, discussion and in-class guided practice.
Earn college credit that actively counts toward your GPA.
FitWell Frequently Asked Questions.
Prerequisites:
No prior experience is required.
- Instructor
Olson, Van Linda - Semester Offered
Fall, Spring - Duration15 weeks
- Time
Morning, Online - LocationNear Campus, Online
Meditation: Be Kind to Your Mind
FITWELL 298
Explore the practice of mindfulness meditation as a tool to increase your well-being. Spending a few minutes in mindfulness meditation can restore your calm and inner peace.
We often relate to what is going on in our minds with a sense of struggle, lack of respect, and a lot of judgment. Mindfulness refers to our ability to be fully present, aware, and not overly reactive toward what is going on in us or around us. And mindfulness practice refines your awareness, so we can meet experience with kindness, while gaining calm, focus, and clarity. Mindfulness meditation helps us live “in the moment,” and learn to let go of negative thinking, self-judgment, and doubt, as well as the worries and stress that go along with these states of mind.
Earn college credit that actively counts toward your GPA.
FitWell Frequently Asked Questions.
Prerequisites:
No prior experience is required.
Meditation: Calm Fear and Stress with Kindfulness
FITWELL 298
Kindfulness meditation combines mindfulness and self-compassion practices to create a happier and more emotionally resilient mind. Learn meditative skills to cope with fear, stress and burnout. Mindfulness helps you learn to accept yourself for the person you are. Self-compassion means being kinder to yourself when you are facing stress, challenges, and fears.
Research has shown that practicing kindness and compassion soothes experiences of fear and stress, while self-critical thoughts tend to intensify them. Studies show that when you meet your imperfections, stresses and fears, with mindful kindness, you enjoy life more and achieve your goals with less burnout. When you learn to accept yourself, it is easier to accept others, and when you are kinder to yourself, you also become kinder and more connected to others.
Earn college credit that actively counts toward your GPA.
FitWell Frequently Asked Questions.
Prerequisites:
No prior experience is required.
Meditation: Mind Body Awareness
FITWELL 298
How do your thoughts – positive or negative – affect your physical body? Learn meditation skills and techniques to become more aware of your thoughts and gain better control over them.
Multiple approaches will be covered throughout this course. Concepts in meditation and yoga will be discussed.
Earn college credit that actively counts toward your GPA.
FitWell Frequently Asked Questions.
Prerequisites:
No prior experience is required.
Meditation: Resilience in College & Beyond
FITWELL 298
We will study our bodies, minds, and spirits, learning how to determine what can fragment whole self-experiences. Learn to look at ways of increasing beneficial personal habits/disciplines in order to work toward having more whole awareness of self, which sets the base for more resiliency when life gets stressful. The tools can be applied in any stage of life (in college and beyond). This class will be part lecture and part practice/movement-based.
Register via PAWS
Meditation: Rewire Your Anxious Mind for Peace
FITWELL 298
Mindfulness can help reduce anxiety and depression and build inner strength and resilience. With mindfulness practices, future stressors have less impact on your happiness and physical well-being. Gain an understanding and overview of the science and skills behind mindfulness and how it helps anxiety, panic and depression.
Earn college credit that actively counts toward your GPA. 2 credit course.
FitWell Frequently Asked Questions.
Prerequisites:
No prior experience is required.
Mindful Movement
FITWELL 298
Reconnect with your body, mind, and spirit through an energizing blend of movement, breathwork, and meditation, inspired by the transformative field of somatics.
Mindful Movement transforms meditation and exercise into a seamless, dynamic experience that enhances physical vitality, sharpens mental clarity, and fosters emotional resilience. Discover techniques that inspire you while building meaningful connections with yourself, others, and the world around you. Let this journey spark your sense of wholeness and joy!
Earn college credit that actively counts toward your GPA.
FitWell Frequently Asked Questions.
Prerequisites:
No prior experience is required.
Mixed Martial Arts Conditioning
FITWELL 293
Improve functional fitness, gain stress relief and learn self-defense skills with Mixed Martial Arts, one of the fastest-growing sports in the United States. It combines martial art disciplines with a fast-paced and exciting combative sports.
Become familiar with the fundamental techniques performed in mixed martial arts competition. Increase your confidence and learn techniques for thinking fast in dangerous situations. Learn basic principles of wrestling (takedowns & escapes), judo (throws), and Brazilian Jiu Jitsu (submissions) and train in kickboxing.
This class involves partner work with dummies using focus mitts, boxing gloves and close supervision to ensure proper technique and safety.
Earn college credit that actively counts toward your GPA.
FitWell Frequently Asked Questions.
- Instructor
Klipp, Ottow - Semester Offered
Fall, Spring - Duration7, 8 weeks
- Time
Evening - LocationTravel Required
Muay Thai Kickboxing
FITWELL 296
Muay Thai is an 8-point Thai martial art (“Art of Eight Limbs”) utilizing fists, elbows, knees, and shins, characterized by powerful kicks, the clinch, and upright, flat-footed stances.
Learn proper technique and improve your cardiovascular and muscular systems through repetition and intensity. This course offers a variety of cardiovascular training activities as well as combining punches and kicks to take your physical fitness to the next level.
Earn college credit that actively counts toward your GPA.
FitWell Frequently Asked Questions.
Prerequisites:
No prior experience is required.
- Instructor
Klipp, Ottow - Semester Offered
Fall, Spring - Duration7 weeks
- Time
Evening - LocationTravel Required
Off-Road Bicycling
FITWELL 289
Explore various Wisconsin trails while learning off-road bicycling riding technique, rider positioning and on-the-trail repairs.
Trail etiquette, safety, and basic off-road fundamentals will be covered on-site on three different Wisconsin trails. You’ll also gain an overview of trail conservation and trail use.
This class meets for 4-6 weeks.
Earn college credit that actively counts toward your GPA.
FitWell Frequently Asked Questions.
- Instructor
Noll - Semester Offered
Spring - Duration4 weeks
- Time
Afternoon - LocationOn Campus, Travel Required
Personal Training Education Course (PTEC)
FITWELL 296
This preparation course is designed to prepare participants for nationally accredited certification exams to become a Certified Personal Trainer (CPT). Aligning with the National Strength and Conditioning Association (NSCA) curriculum, topics include anatomy, exercise physiology, client management, biomechanics, fitness programming, special populations and business, legal and ethical responsibilities.
In addition to preparing students for their national personal training exam, this 8-week course covers the conceptual and practical knowledge needed to become a personal trainer. Students will get hands-on experience conducting and administering assessments, evaluating and correcting exercise techniques and muscle imbalances, and creating programs to elicit physiological adaptations for a variety of clients.
No previous experience is required. Taking this class does not certify you as a personal trainer.
Earn college credit that actively counts toward your GPA.
FitWell Frequently Asked Questions.
Physical Conditioning
FITWELL 110
You’ll perform physical exercise while learning the proper and most productive way to participate in various physical activities, including a regular cardiovascular workout. Become skilled in fitness and design your own personal program to safely increase endurance, strength and flexibility.
Earn college credit that actively counts toward your GPA.
FitWell Frequently Asked Questions.
Pickleball
FITWELL 295
This introductory course to the fast-growing sport of pickleball offers an engaging way to learn the fundamental skills and strategies of the game. With a mix of tennis, badminton, and table tennis, pickleball is perfect for everyone, whether you’re a total beginner or looking to sharpen your skills.
The course emphasizes proper technique, game strategy, and the social benefits of playing pickleball. By the end of the course, you’ll have the skills and confidence to participate in recreational and competitive pickleball play, while also understanding the health benefits associated with this dynamic sport.
Earn college credit that actively counts toward your GPA.
FitWell Frequently Asked Questions.
Prerequisites:
No prior experience is required.
Rock Climbing, Basic
FITWELL 294
Gain the confidence and firmly grasp the basic skills of top-rope rock climbing, including essential safety procedures, equipment handling and basic movement techniques.
A strong emphasis on climbing safety will be maintained throughout the course. There will be regular opportunities to practice important skills such as knot tying, belaying, setting up anchors, and preparing for a trip.
Required trips include climbing at Devil’s Lake State Park and Boulders Climbing Gym. Dates and times vary.
Earn college credit that actively counts toward your GPA.
FitWell Frequently Asked Questions.
Prerequisites:
No previous experience is required.
- Instructor
Kosmitis - Semester Offered
Fall, Spring - Duration7 weeks
- Time
Evening - LocationTravel Required
Rocket League for Beginners
FITWELL 289
Learn the basics of Rocket League and the growing esports industry. This course covers core gameplay skills, team communication, and the game’s professional scene. In this vehicular soccer video game, teams of players use rocket-powered cars to hit a giant ball into the opponent’s goal. Players work with their team to advance the ball down the field, and score goals in their opponents’ net. Through hands-on practice, students gain foundational expertise while exploring the history and evolution of esports.
Meets at the UW-Milwaukee Union Rec Center in the Esports Lounge.
Rocket League, Psyonix, and all related marks and logos are registered trademarks or trademarks of Psyonix LLC and Epic Games.
Earn college credit that actively counts toward your GPA.
FitWell Frequently Asked Questions.
Prerequisites:
No prior experience is required.
Running for Fun and Fitness
FITWELL 295
You’ll learn the fundamentals of running as a lifelong form of exercise, recreation, and/or competition. Designed for the novice or recreational runner at any level.
The instructor will act as your ‘virtual running coach’ and will recommend a weekly training plan for each runner based on goals, physical condition, time availability, and other relevant criteria.
The course includes video lectures, weekly discussion activities, a personal running journal. You will complete ‘homework’ of running on your own time in accordance with the personalized plan.
Earn college credit that actively counts toward your GPA.
FitWell Frequently Asked Questions.
Prerequisites:
No prior experience is required.
Running, Introduction to
FITWELL 295
Participate in running activities and learn about different training techniques. You’ll develop the proper form and safety for running. Learn the basic muscle groups involved in running and become familiar with running terminology. You’ll gain exposure to the health and lifestyle benefits of running.
Earn college credit that actively counts toward your GPA.
FitWell Frequently Asked Questions.
Prerequisites:
None.
Sailing
FITWELL 289
During on-the-water and dryland classes, you’ll learn: rigging, how to steer the boat, come-about (turn the boat when heading toward the wind), jibe (turn the boat when heading away from the wind and then make full circles), perform person-over-board rescue maneuvers and approach and leave docks/moorings under various wind conditions/orientations.
Lessons are arranged on an individual basis. After the first class, all instruction will take place at Jerry’s Docks.
Earn college credit that actively counts toward your GPA.
FitWell Frequently Asked Questions.
Prerequisites:
No prior experience is required.
- Instructor
Dagelen - Semester Offered
Summer - Duration6 weeks
- Time
Morning - LocationTravel Required
SCUBA: Dive Theory, Advanced (PADI specialty course)
FITWELL 289
The Advanced Dive Theory Distinctive Specialty is a non-diving, knowledge-development program for divers or non-divers interested in expanding their understanding of dive theory.
Expand your understanding of dive physics, diving and human physiology, equipment, decompression theory and the RDP, general dive skills and environments.
The course is designed to run in conjunction with the Professional Association of Diving Instructors (PADI) Advanced Open Water course, though the advanced open water dives are not required for the Advanced Dive Theory certification.
Earn college credit that actively counts toward your GPA.
FitWell Frequently Asked Questions.
Prerequisites:
PADI Open Water Diver certification (UWM Beginning SCUBA, FITWELL 126, plus open water dives) or equivalent.
SCUBA: Diver – Open Water, Advanced
FITWELL 289
The Professional Association of Diving Instructors (PADI) Advanced Open Water Diver course is designed for those who have completed their PADI Open Water Dive course (Beginning SCUBA) and seek professionally supervised in-water experience.
Practice advanced SCUBA skills, including underwater navigation, deep dive, buoyancy, wreck diving, boat and night diving, search and recovery, and multilevel diving.
Take Beginning SCUBA before taking this course. This is the 2nd SCUBA/Diving course.
Earn college credit that actively counts toward your GPA.
FitWell Frequently Asked Questions.
Prerequisites:
PADI Open Water Diver certification or equivalent from another scuba training agency. Recent diving experience.
- Instructor
Otte - Semester Offered
Fall - Duration8 weeks
- Time
Evening, Partially Online - LocationTravel Required