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All aquatics certifications are taught by American Red Cross-certified instructors. Please note that participation in a certification class does not guarantee certification. All skills related to the certification must be properly demonstrated (as defined by course outline) in order to receive certification. Participants must successfully complete all skills and score an 80% or better on each written test in order to be certified. Certificates will be emailed as a PDF from the American Red Cross within 10 days of completion of the class. Class will start promptly at the designated time.

All aquatics certifications are taught by American Red Cross-certified instructors. Please note that participation in a certification class does not guarantee certification. All skills related to the certification must be properly demonstrated (as defined by course outline) in order to receive certification. Participants must successfully complete all skills and score an 80% or better on each written test in order to be certified. Certificates will be emailed as a PDF from the American Red Cross within 10 days of completion of the class. Class will start promptly at the designated time.

New kayakers can come learn kayaking skills. Participants may bring their own boats via the loading dock stairs and back entrance as long as the boats are FULLY CLEANED before entering the pool. If you don’t own a boat, one will be provided for you to use. Contact adventurecenter@kent.edu with any questions. Pre-registration IS REQUIRED by the Wednesday before each program.
Date & Time: Thursdays, Aug. 21 - Dec. 4 from 7 - 9 p.m.
Location: SRWC Lap pool
Cost: $7

ÐÔ¸£ÎåÔÂÌì University has partnered with Haymaker Farmers' Market to bring a farmers’ market to the Kent campus. The ÐÔ¸£ÎåÔÂÌì Farmers' Market provides students with opportunities to learn about the local farming community, select fresh produce and connect with the broader Kent community.

College Late Night Skates are Wednesday nights at the KSU Ice Arena for ÐÔ¸£ÎåÔÂÌì college students with a current college ID. Guests may accompany a KSU college student, but must be 18 years of age or older and have an ID.
Cost is $5 (includes skate rental)
No cash payments at the Skate Rental and Concession counters.
CREDIT/DEBIT CARD PAYMENT ONLY (Visa, MC, Discover)
Guests must be accompanied by a current KSU Student.
College Skate Night admission sales will begin 30-minutes prior to the session start time.

Free weekly event for students every Wednesday during the academic year providing wellness education, interactive activities, and giveaways. Participants do not need to be present the entire time.

Dates & Times: Wednesdays, Aug. 20 - Dec. 3 from 5:30 - 7:30 p.m. (no program Nov. 26 Thanksgiving)

Please check our Instagram account (@kentstateofwellbeing) for more specific dates and locations for each event.

For disability accommodations, please email ksow@kent.edu

Ready to strike, sweat, and level up? This 6-week progressive Muay Thai Kick Boxing series is designed to build skills, strength, and confidence—whether you’re brand new to martial arts or looking to sharpen your technique. You’ll learn foundational Muay Thai movements including punches, kicks, elbows, and knees, while developing balance, power, and precision. Each week builds on the last with a mix of drills, combos, partner work (no sparring), and conditioning. Come kick it with us and discover what you’re capable of—one round at a time!

This two-and-a-half hour program covers the basics of indoor climbing including equipment, bouldering, top rope climbing, and belaying with an ATC and Gri-gri device. This program sets up an individual with no prior experience to take our belay test which is required when purchasing a climbing wall membership.
Date & Time: Every other Mondays & Thursdays, Aug. 18 - Dec. 4 from 5:30 - 8 p.m.
Location: SRWC Climbing Wall
Cost:$4

Paint, stretch, smile, repeat! In this workshop, you’ll start designing your own decorative rock - fun patterns, affirmations, or whatever speaks to your creative soul. While your painted pebble dries, you’ll flow through a gentle yoga class designed to help you unwind and reset. It’s the perfect blend of art, movement and good vibes. Get centered, get crafty, and let your inner artist shine - one pebble and pose at a time.

The ÐÔ¸£ÎåÔÂÌì LGBTQ+ Alumni Chapter is celebrating Homecoming 2025 following the Homecoming Parade! Join alumni, students, faculty and staff for light appetizers and a cash bar from 11:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m. at the Nineteen10 Restaurant in the ÐÔ¸£ÎåÔÂÌì University Hotel and Conference Center. This event is free for students. Alumni tickets are $25. Parking is available in the PARTA Garage across from the hotel or in other public lots and meters throughout downtown Kent. We can't wait to see you in your blue and gold Oct. 11!