UW-Milwaukee’s Sport and Recreation Program will be renamed FitWell starting in Fall 2024.
FitWell is Fitness, Wellness and Sport.
Courses and instructors will be the same, just the name and the code to register for courses are changing. Instead of searching for SPT&REC in the Schedule of Classes, PAWS or Stellic, look for FITWELL.
If you have questions or concerns, contact Program Director, Sara Luelloff.
Improve your wellness and enhance your academic work by staying physically active, gaining new skills, finding new creative outlets and reducing stress.
UW-Milwaukee FitWell Program offers more than 60 different 1- and 2-credit activity courses with in-person, online, and hybrid options. Gain experience and build skills in physical activities, sports, recreation and wellness courses. Check out the possibilities!
- Full semester courses are offered in Fall and Spring.
Semesters are 16 weeks. - Half semester courses are offered each Fall and Spring semesters in 7- or 8-week sessions.
- Early (beginning of the semester)
- Midterm (middle of the semester)
- UWinteriM is 2 weeks.
- Summer semester is 8 weeks.
Many courses are offered at various levels, our skilled instructors personalize the FitWell courses so that experienced students are challenged and beginners can grow at a pace that is best for them.
While some courses have prerequisites, feel free to take UWM FitWell courses in the order that best fits your schedule and based on your level of experience.
Yes. Email fit-well@uwm.edu if you would like a copy of a previous FitWell course syllabus.
FitWell Courses are held on campus, near campus and off campus at a variety of locations. Some courses offer online or hybrid learning. See Locations.
Get the most up-to-date information (day, time, location and instructor) in the UW-Milwaukee Schedule of Classes (SOC). Select the semester and select “FITWELL” under Any Subject.
Register in PAWS. Select “FITWELL” under the Subject. Type the Class Title under Keywords. Watch this video for help with how to “Add a Class in PAWS.“
Register in Stellic. Select the specific Semester.
Type in the course code (FITWELL), select the section that works best for you, and add it to your plan.
Save your seat! We encourage you to register as early as possible to guarantee a spot. Register at least 3-4 weeks before the start of classes.
Courses may be added through the first week of the session – late add dates vary.
Some FitWell courses have prerequisites, but most courses don’t.
Take courses in the order that best fits your schedule and is based on your experience.
If you are unsure which level to take, please contact an instructor to determine the best fit.
You can easily make changes to your schedule in PAWS before classes begin.
FitWell courses may be added until the late add deadline.
View the academic calendar for add/drop deadlines. Learn more about adding, dropping and changing classes. Dates and deadlines are subject to change.
If you have questions about your schedule, contact your Academic Advisor. If you’re having trouble with PAWS, call the Help Desk at 414- 229-4040 or toll-free at 877-381-3459.
Usually, undergraduates can add a full or half-semester class at no additional tuition cost* (if total credits are 12-18).
FitWell courses count toward general elective credits and your UW-Milwaukee GPA.
Some FitWell courses charge a special fee to cover the cost of specialized equipment, uniforms, etc.
View additional special fees in PAWS or the Schedule of Classes or visit Registrar’s Office Course Fees.
There is also an Instructional Technology fee of $30 per credit for all Online courses.
Associate-level (2-year degree) students interested in taking a FitWell course need approval from their associate advisor and the course instructor. Tuition is assessed at the undergraduate level.
For more information go to One Stop Enrollment & Financial Services Website and/or talk to your Advisor.
Yes, but will receive undergraduate credit only. UWM Graduate-level tuition rates apply if enrolled for credit. Reach out to the Graduate School or your Advisor. Check with Student Financial Services Office.
Instructor permission is not required to audit a UWM FitWell course unless the student is a 60+/disabled auditor. More Auditing Guidelines
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