Wellness Classes & Activities

Pinellas County offers classes to learn more about your health and improve wellness. See upcoming classes, events, activities, screenings, and blood drives below. See Group Fitness Classes to view the current exercise class schedule. To access previous class recordings, see Wellness Videos.

Activities are listed by type then date.

• Screenings
• Challenges
• Webinars (Virtual)
• Onsite Activities (In Person)
• Ongoing Activities (Blood Drives, Tobacco Classes)
• Weekly Breaks (Brain Break, Meditation Mondays, Stretch Break)

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Screenings

Mobile Mammogram

August 6 – Sept. 16

Schedule your appointment now for the mammogram bus coming to a worksite near you! Early detection saves lives; get scanned now. The AdventHealth mammogram bus is open to all Pinellas County Government employees with insurance, regardless of whether they are on the County’s plan or not, as well as covered spouses/domestic partners.

Physical and Financial Well-Being

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Challenges

Summer Self-Care Challenge

July 8 – August 2

Register by July 9 at 5:00 p.m.

Register now for a 4-week wellness challenge to engage in healthy habits and take care of yourself this summer.

• If you meet the challenge requirements, you will be eligible to earn $25/6,250 points in wellness rewards.
• You must complete a minimum of 3 activities daily on at least 4 days a week for the duration of the challenge.
• Weekly activities will be recorded using the ChallengeRunner platform.
• Share your journey and get inspired by others throughout the challenge by participating in the Summer Self-Care Teams Channel.

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Webinars (Virtual)

College Education Strategies

July 18, 12:15 – 1:15 p.m.

Register now for a 1-hour webinar to discover strategies to help you financially prepare for higher education whether for yourself or your children.

• Have you considered pursing higher education or getting ready to send your child to college? Learn fundamental financial strategies to help you establish your gameplan.
• Suitable for all ages.
• Presenter: Daniel Zagata, Financial Advisor, Securian Financial 
• Also see Securian’s on-demand seminars.   

Financial Well-Being

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Deskercise: Movement Snacks

July 22, 12:30 – 1:00 p.m.

Register now for a 30-minute webinar to learn the importance of moving your body often and participate in a quick 10-minute deskercise break.

• Sitting for long periods of time can lead to muscle stiffness, decreased energy levels, and reduced productivity. By “snacking” on movement throughout the day, you can boost your focus, loosen up your muscles, and promote overall well-being, largely counteracting the effects of sitting.
• Registrants will receive a resistance band (via interoffice mail) to use during the deskercise portion and beyond.
• Presenter: Sydney Szczesniakowski, M.S., NSCA-CPT, Wellness Technician

Physical and Emotional Well-Being

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Barriers to Weight Loss

July 24, 12:00 – 1:00 p.m.

Register now for a 1-hour webinar to discover sneaky barriers that may be getting in the way of your weight loss journey.

• What gets in the way of your ability to lose weight? Many factors can influence weight loss and weight maintenance that you may not even know about. Uncover the hidden barriers that can halt weight loss progress and learn how to overcome them.
• Presenter: Shannon Parks, MPH, RDN, CPH, Registered Dietitian, Cigna Onsite Nutrition Health Coach 

Physical and Emotional Well-Being

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Cook Along Kitchen: Healthy Summer Desserts

July 31, 12:15 – 1:00 p.m.

Register now for a 45-minute webinar/cooking demonstration to learn a new take on summertime sweet treats.

• Cooking demonstration includes a decadent chocolate chia seed pudding.
• Chia seeds may be small, but they are packed with fiber and rich in nutrients, perfect for this no-sugar-added satisfying dessert.
• Presenter: Shannon Parks, MPH, RDN, CPH, Registered Dietitian, Cigna Onsite Nutrition Health Coach 
• NOTE: Shannon emails the recipe and webinar recording to participants. If you cannot attend and would like a copy of the recipe(s), please email Shannon. 

Physical Well-Being

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Ayurveda Webinars

• Ayurveda translates to science or study of life and is a holistic form of health practices that encompass diet, lifestyle, and herbs.
• There are 3 Ayurveda webinars; register for 1, 2 or all 3!
• Although not required, if you missed the Introduction to Ayurveda webinar you may find it helpful to watch the recording ahead of time.
• Presenter: Jessica Oker, Ayurvedic Practitioner

The 6 Tastes: Eating the Ayurvedic Way 

July 23, 12:15 – 1:15 p.m.

Register now for a 1-hour webinar to discover the Ayurvedic perspective on taste and how it drives digestion, increases nutrient absorption, and counters toxin development.

• Ayurveda utilizes a unique classification of taste when eating.
• Ayurvedic meal planning involves understanding the properties and effects of taste on the body.

Physical Well-Being

Ayurvedic Herbs & Digestion

August 1, 12:15 – 1:15 p.m.

Register now for a 1-hour webinar to learn about the top 10 Ayurvedic herbs and how to incorporate them into your diet for healthy digestion. 

• Ayurvedic practices promote a diet that improves digestion, stimulates the production of digestive enzymes, drives immunity, and supports the development of positive gut bacteria.
• Herbs are packed with nutrients, minerals and compounds that deliver antibacterial, anti-inflammatory, and antifungal benefits.

Physical Well-Being

Ayurvedic Herbs & Immunity

August 8, 12:15 – 1:15 p.m.

Register now for a 1-hour webinar to discover the top 10 Ayurvedic herbs that enhance immunity and resilience.

• Ayurvedic practices promote a diet that reduces inflammation, balances blood sugars and improves cognitive health.
• Unlock the potential of herbs and find out how they can help the body cope with physical, mental, and emotional stressors. 

Physical and Emotional Well-Being

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Understanding Your Benefits Under the FRS Pension Plan

August 9, 11:00 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.

Register by August 2.

• Register now (log in to Sharepoint required) for a 90-minute webinar to discover the benefits under the FRS Pension Plan and how to prepare for retirement.
• Learn plan details and requirements, procedures to follow when applying for retirement benefits and information about federal withholding taxes, direct deposit of monthly benefits, the health insurance subsidy, and reemployment after you retire.
• Presenter: Florida Retirement System (FRS) Representative
• View myFRS.com to access on-demand videos and other resources.

Financial Well-Being 

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Understanding the FRS Investment Plan

August 9, 1:00 p.m. – 2:30 p.m.

Register by August 2.

Register now (log in to Sharepoint required) for a 90-minute webinar to better understand aspects of the FRS Investment Plan.

• Discover plan features, payment options, investment fund choices, and the tools available to help you with your investment selections.
• Presenter: Florida Retirement System (FRS) Representative 
• View myFRS.com to access on-demand videos and other resources.

Financial Well-Being 

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Onsite Activities (In Person)

Garden for Life: Seed Tapes

August 27, 12:30 – 1:30 p.m.

Register now for a 1-hour onsite workshop at the Magnolia Room in Largo to make your own seed tapes to utilize your gardening space. Seed tapes are thin papers on which seeds are glued at a proper spacing and planting distance

• Want to grow your own veggies but lack the garden space or experience? Learn how to select the ideal produce for autumn growth and create seed tapes to help maximize space for your own garden.
• Relish in the flavorful, nutrient-rich produce of your harvest.
• Presenter: Bonnie Desmond, Horticulture Senior Specialist, IFAS/Extension

Physical, Emotional and Social Well-Being

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Are You at Risk? Fall Prevention Workshop

September 12, 12:30 – 1:30 p.m.

Register now for a 1-hour onsite workshop at Public Works, Building 1, to learn about the impacts of falls and how they can be prevented to keep you and your loved ones safe.

• Falls can be life changing. Among people aged 65 years and older, falls are the leading cause of emergency room visits and account for 17% of all 911 calls. Although older adults are at a higher risk of falling, it can happen to anyone.
• Poor balance and vision, weak muscles, dizziness from medications, and certain health conditions, such as diabetes, increase the risk of falling.
• Presenters: Jane Muhrlin, Human Services and Lori Collins, Safety and Emergency Services

Physical Well-Being

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Getting Ready for Retirement

September 12, 8:30 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.

Register by September 5

Register now (login to SharePoint required) for a 4.5 hour in-person retirement event at the Magnolia Room in Largo.

• Achieving retirement goals requires both knowledge and planning. Attend this on-site workshop to discover more about the retirement benefits available to you through the Florida Retirement System (FRS) and Pinellas County.
• Gain helpful tips on how to successfully transition from your career into retirement.
• Most recommended for those within 10 years of retirement.
• Presenter: Florida Retirement System (FRS) Representative

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Ongoing Activities

Blood Drives

• Pinellas County Wellness staff work with OneBlood to bring the Big Red Bus to various worksites.
• View upcoming employee blood drive events.

Tobacco Classes

• View tobacco cessation coaching classes that meet the guidelines to qualify for waiving the Tobacco Premium.

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Weekly Breaks: 15 Minutes a Day

Brain Break: Decompress to Stress Less

Wellness Pillars: Physical and Emotional Well-being

• Brain Break: Decompress to Stress Less – Register for a 15-minute break on Wednesdays at 2:30 p.m. Midweek stress weighing you down? Need a brain break before tackling the rest of your day? Hop on Zoom to enjoy 15 minutes of word games, trivia, stretching and more.

Meditation Mondays: Guided Live Meditations

Wellness Pillars: Physical and Emotional Well-being

• Meditation Mondays – Register for a 15-minute meditation on Mondays at 9:00 a.m. and/or 3:00 p.m. Build a healthy habit and start the week off with the right mindset. Pop in every Monday morning and/or afternoon for a 15-minute guided live meditation — or do both.

Friday Stretch Break

Wellness Pillars: Physical and Emotional Well-being

• Friday Stretch Break – Register for a 15-minute break on Fridays at 10:00 a.m. Meetings, phone calls, customers, and emails have you tied to your chair or vehicle? Sitting for long periods of time can play havoc with your posture and health. Pledge to move more by taking a quick stretch wherever you are.

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