Vanderbilt Recreation And Wellness Center

Health Plus’ Melinda Jones and the Vanderbilt Recreation and Wellness Center’s Marilyn Holmes will present “Healthy Holiday Dishes from Around the World” from noon to 1 p.m. Friday, Dec. 12, at the VRWC’s demonstration kitchen. Read More

"Volunteer Gardener" host Jeff Poppen will join a host of national experts on organic farming and nutrition for a series of workshops and cooking demonstrations Dec. 5, 6 and 7 at Vanderbilt University. Read More

Join Dr. Mohana Karlekar for an informative and interactive presentation on palliative care and advanced care planning on Thursday, Nov. 20, from noon to 1 p.m. in Light Hall, Room 437. Read More

The Vanderbilt Recreation and Wellness Center will host a Wellness Bash from 4 to 7 p.m. Wednesday, Oct. 29. Read More

Your commitment to living a healthy lifestyle starts with the Health Risk Assessment. Learn about health risks and take action to reduce these risks. Complete the Wellness Actions Log. Finally, watch the Game Plan for Your Health video and take the quiz. Read More

Join Health Plus and Vanderbilt senior leaders for a campus walk beginning at one of five locations and ending at the Vanderbilt Recreation and Wellness Center field house. Read More

For the second year, Vanderbilt will observe national Food Day with a number of events to enhance the university community’s awareness of healthy eating. Read More

Health Plus and the Vanderbilt Recreation and Wellness Center present “Vandy Cooks: Clean Eating” with chef Lucius Carroll from 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Friday, Oct. 17, at the VRWC Demonstration Kitchen. Read More

The Vanderbilt Recreation and Wellness Center will present “De-stress with Yoga on the Lawn” on Thursday, Oct. 16, from noon to 12:45 p.m. Read More

Danny McKissack, a facility and service grounds manager, has worked at Vanderbilt for 35 years. He encourages staff in his department to complete Go for the Gold every year. Read More

The Natchez Trace Parkway Association is celebrating its 80th birthday with an event on the Vanderbilt campus that will feature free bike repairs by staff from Cumberland Transit and free food samples from FitFood Revolution. Read More

The Vanderbilt Recreation and Wellness Center and Health Plus present “Vandy Cooks: Game day favorites with heart” from noon to 1 p.m. Friday, Sept. 19, at the VRWC Demonstration Kitchen. Read More

See what's on the calendar for fall 2014 at the Vanderbilt Recreation and Wellness Center. Read More

Dore Jam, which attracts thousands of Commodore football fans to campus for an afternoon of autographs, photos and family fun, will be held at Vanderbilt's Indoor Multipurpose Facility this year for the first time. Read More

Valerie Bass The Vanderbilt Recreation and Wellness Center and Health Plus invite you to join Valerie M. Bass, executive director of the Tennessee Beef Industry Council, to celebrate Beef Month. Bass will prepare heart-healthy beef recipes and offer tips on healthy beef dishes in the VRWC’s demonstration kitchen from 11:30… Read More

June is National Dairy Month. Celebrate by joining Laura Marbury as she uses culinary solutions to create delicious recipes. These recipes use dairy products that can be enjoyed by all, including those who are lactose intolerant. The event will be held Thursday, June 26, from 11:30 a.m. to 12:30… Read More

This fun program is designed to help you build the skills necessary to reach your personal health and fitness goals. The program consists of weekly group fitness sessions and nutrition workshops with certified personal trainer Stephanie Kemp and registered dietitian Marilyn Holmes. Read More

Shape up this summer by challenging yourself to build healthier physical, nutritional and wellness habits. Explore ways to incorporate new fitness activities, healthy eating and personal well-being into your daily life. Read More

(Steve Green/Vanderbilt) Stay in shape this summer with a membership to the Vanderbilt Recreation and Wellness Center. Memberships, good through Aug. 31, are available for Vanderbilt faculty, staff, spouses, dependents and alumni. Price is per person. May–August 2014: $120 June–August: $90 July–August:… Read More

Join the celebration as Vanderbilt recognizes National Employee Health and Fitness Day May 21. Read More