FitWell is Fitness, Wellness and Sport, the courses that move me!
Experience courses that improve your well-being β physically, mentally and academically. We offer more than 60 different 1- and 2-credit activity courses with in-person, online and hybrid options.
When searching the Schedule of Classes, PAWS or Stellic, look for FITWELL.
If you have questions or concerns, contact Program Director, Sara Luelloff.
Staying physically active, gaining new skills, finding new creative outlets, and reducing stress can improve your wellness and enhance your academic work.
FitWell moves you to play, create, explore, connect, discover and thrive.
UW-Milwaukee’s 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.
Our courses are organized by types of activities: Creative, Active, Water Activities, Competitive, Strategic, Outdoor and Mindful. Follow links to sorted categories.
Creative: Cooking and Crafts
Active: Dance, Exercise and Fitness and Martial Arts
Water Activities: Swim and SCUBA
Competitive: Organized Sports
(Basketball, Badminton, Soccer, Volleyball, etc.)
Strategic: Recreation Sports
(Bowling, Chess and Strategic Games)
Outdoor: Adventure
(Camping, Hiking, etc.)
Mindful: Yoga and Meditation
Check out the possibilities!
Course offerings are subject to change.
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 51ΑΤΖζ 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.
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 days of the session β late add dates vary.
. Select βFITWELLβ under the Subject. Type the Class Title under Keywords. Watch this video for help with how to “.β
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.
FitWell courses count toward undergraduate general elective credits and your UW-Milwaukee GPA. Usually, you can add a full or half-semester course at no additional tuition cost (if total credits are 12-18).
Undergraduates can add a full or half-semester class at no additional tuition cost* (if total credits are 12-18).
- 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.
Get the most up-to-date information (day, time, location and instructor) in the UW-Milwaukee Select the semester and select βFITWELLβ under Any Subject.
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.
Synchronous Online learning refers to instructors and students gathering at the same time and interacting in “real-time.”
Asynchronous Online learning refers to students accessing materials at their own pace and interacting with each other over extended periods.
Hybrid or “blended” describes courses that combine face-to-face classroom instruction with online learning.
Some FitWell courses have prerequisites, but most courses donβt.
Take courses in the order that best fits your schedule and is based on your level of 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 youβre having trouble with PAWS, call the Help Desk at 414- 229-4040 or toll-free at 877-381-3459.
Some FitWell courses charge a special fee to cover the cost of specialized equipment, uniforms, etc.
View additional special fees in PAWS or the or visit .
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. 51ΑΤΖζ 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 for a current enrolled student to audit a 51ΑΤΖζ FitWell course.
We are here to help! Contact us if you have questions or need assistance.