Wellness Classes & Activities

Pinellas County offers classes to learn more about your health and improve wellness. See upcoming classes, events, activities, and screenings below.

Types of Activities

(by type, then date order)


Employee Activity Club

Couch to 5K Guided Run Club
(Sep. 22 – Dec. 8, Tuesdays, 5:30 – 6:30 pm)

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In-person or virtual (limit of 50 participants each)

Registration is open until September 18.

Register now for a Couch to 5k Run Club that follows a 12-week timed walk/run interval program designed to help you build endurance, confidence and consistency. 

From Day 1, participants are grouped by pace, so everyone has at least one buddy as they trek around Crest Lake Park in Clearwater (or on your own if virtual). At the end of the scheduled program, there will be an optional 5K race in December when you can put your new skill to the test!   

Physical and Social Well-Being


Onsite Screenings & Clinics

OnSpot Dermatology
(ongoing)

OnSpot Dermatology logo circle

Schedule your appointment now for an onsite dermatology screening. OnSpot Dermatology offers a full skin cancer screening and other dermatological services to stay on top of your skin health. Early detection of skin cancer is the key to the most minimal and cost-effective treatment with the highest chance of a cure.

Earn $50/12,500 points in wellness rewards for receiving your annual skin screening.

Physical and Financial Well-Being

Mobile Mammogram
(Now to September 16)

Pink ribbon for breast cancer awareness

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.  

Earn $50/12,500 points in wellness rewards for getting a mammogram.

Physical and Financial Well-Being

Mobile Flu Shot Clinics
(October 6, 7, 20)

Flu vaccine shot and vial

Schedule your appointment now to get vaccinated. Getting the flu shot is the best way to reduce the likelihood of getting sick. Pinellas County has partnered with Tampa General Hospital to offer a free Mobile Care To You flu bus at various worksites.  

Earn $25/6,250 points in wellness rewards for getting a flu shot.

Physical and Financial Well-Being

Jet Dental Clinics
(October 13 and 14)

Jet Dental, we bring the dentist to your workplace

Schedule your appointment now for the pop-up dental clinics in downtown Clearwater and Public Works in October. Jet Dental staff set up dental chairs separated by partitions for privacy and bring their own equipment. They provide a full preventive appointment including X-rays, standard cleaning, and a comprehensive exam. 

Earn $25/6,250 points in wellness rewards for your dental checkup.

Physical and Financial Well-Being


Webinars

Environmental Toxins: Understanding the Invisible Threats Around Us  
(September 15, 12:15 – 1:00 p.m.) 

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Register now for a 45-minute webinar to learn how harmful environmental toxins found in our air, water, soil, and food can negatively impact human health and balanced ecosystems.

  • Learn about natural and manmade toxins and how they pose a threat to our well-being
  • Discover how to eliminate these toxins for better health
  • Presenter: Shannon Parks, Onsite Health Coach

Physical Well-Being 

Mental Health and Chronic Pain: What’s the Connection?
(September 16, 12:00 – 12:30 p.m.)

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Register now for a 30-minute virtual workshop to learn about the science of pain, why it occurs to begin with, and how movement and exercise therapy can help improve your overall mental and emotional well-being.

  • What pain is and why it occurs
  • The connection between mental and physical health
  • How regular exercise can improve your mood
  • Presenter: Hinge Health

Physical and Emotional Well-Being 

Health and Wealth: How Health Can Affect Your Wealth in Retirement
(September 17, 12:15 – 1:15 p.m.) 

Balancing scale with stacks of cash on one side and a heart that says health with medicine bottles on the other side

Register now for a 1-hour virtual class to learn about the 5 factors that drive retirement healthcare costs, how Medicare, Medigap, Medicaid, and long-term care really work, and the practical steps, from employer plans and IRAs to HSAs, that can help you prepare.

  • Explore primary resources like Medicare and Medicaid
  • Learn the best tools for how to manage healthcare in retirement
  • Find out how to manage your out-of-pocket costs effectively
  • Presenter: Ethan Nesheim, Wealthspire Financial Advisor

Financial Well-Being 

AI, Social Media & Mental Well-Being: Thriving in a Digitally Connected World
(September 22, 12:15 – 1:00 p.m.)

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Register now for a 45-minute webinar to learn how AI and social media are transforming how we live, work, and connect. Although beneficial, they can also increase stress, anxiety, distraction, and emotional overwhelm.

  • Understand how technology affects stress, attention, relationships, and emotional well-being
  • Recognize signs of digital overload, burnout, and technology related anxiety  
  • Develop healthier boundaries and habits to improve focus, resilience, and mental wellness
  • Learn to use AI and social media intentionally while maintaining meaningful human connection
  • Presenter: Joyce Marter, LCPC, Writer and Public Speaker

Emotional and Social Well-Being 

Hormonal Health & Menopause Support
(September 23, 12:15 – 1:00p.m.)

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Register now for a 45-minute virtual class to learn how perimenopause and menopause symptoms quietly affect focus, sleep, mood, and energy often years before they’re named.

  • Recognize hidden perimenopause symptoms most often missed or dismissed
  • Understand the integrative options supported by current research that complement primary and OB-GYN care
  • Know what questions to bring to your primary care or OB-GYN visit
  • Presenter: Dr. Kim Windschauer, DOM, AP

Physical and Emotional Well-Being 

Estate Planning Basics
(September 24, 12:30 – 1:30 p.m.) 

Estate planning house, calculator, pig, coins

Register now for a 1-hour virtual class to learn how to create a foundation for planning your estate. Estate planning isn’t just for the ridiculously wealthy. While it may feel like a difficult subject, it’s a thoughtful way to protect your loved ones and ensure your wishes are honored after you pass away. 

  • Discover how to plan for your assets, possessions, and even the care of your children.  
  • Presenter: Securian Financial Advisor 

Financial Well-Being 

Surviving Market Swings (Investing)
(September 29, 12:00 – 1:00 p.m.)

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Register now for a 1-hour webinar to learn how to use effective investing strategies to fortify your portfolio and steer clear of making decisions driven by emotions.

  • Discover ways to avoid emotional decision-making and stay focused on long-term financial goals
  • Gain insights to identify potential opportunities when managing risk
  • Presenter: Ethan Nesheim, Wealthspire Financial Advisor

Financial and Emotional Well-Being 

Clear Vision Ahead: Expert Guidance on Eye Health
(October 5, 12:30 – 1:15 p.m.) 

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Register now for a 45-minute webinar to learn how vision health impacts overall wellness, productivity, and long-term health outcomes.

  • Highlights the importance of eye exams, recognizing symptoms, protecting eyes from UV and blue light exposure and maintaining healthy vision in a digital work environment
  • Gain insights into how eye exams can help detect serious health conditions such as diabetes, high blood pressure, and high cholesterol early on
  • Tips for reducing eye strain and keeping eyes healthy and comfortable
  • Presenter: Dr. John Lahr, O.D., FAAO

Physical Well-Being 


Onsite Classes

Getting Ready for Retirement
(September 10, 8:30 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.)

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Registration closes September 9.

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 onsite 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   

Financial Well-Being 

Sound Healing and Meditation for Stress Relief
(September 29, 12:10 p.m. – 1:00 p.m.)

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Register now for a 50-minute guided meditation at 310 Court Street, 1st Floor Conference Room in downtown Clearwater. Enjoy the soothing power of sound healing to help melt away stress and restore inner calm.   

  • You’ll experience the gentle vibrations of crystal singing bowls, chimes, and other therapeutic instruments, all designed to support relaxation and mental clarity
  • Soft ambient lighting and optional essential oils will help create a peaceful environment
  • The session is done lying on the floor for full-body relaxation, so please bring a yoga mat and a blanket. Chairs will be available if you prefer to sit.  
  • Presenter: Tamara Rokicki, Luce Bianca Mind and Body Wellness

Physical and Emotional Well-Being 

Garden for Life: Indoor Plants for Black Thumbs
(October 1, 12:10 – 1:00 p.m.)

Watering can and green plants

Register now for a 50-minute onsite workshop at the Annex, 400 S. Ft. Harrison Ave, 4th floor conference room in downtown Clearwater if you’re plant-challenged or want to spruce up your indoor space with a simple plant that doesn’t require a lot of light or skill. 

  • A little green livens up a space and improves mood and air quality. Make your own plant buddy with a clipping and water.    
  • Basic plant care will be discussed, and all supplies will be provided
  • Presenter: Theresa Badurek, Urban Horticulturist, IFAS/Extension  

Physical, Emotional, and Social Well-Being 

New Employee FRS Retirement Plan Choice
(October 8, 8:30 – 10:30 a.m.) 

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Registration closes October 7.

Register now (login to SharePoint required) for a 2-hour in-person retirement plan choice class at Public Works, 22211 U.S. Highway 19 North, Building 1, Clearwater.  

  • Recommended for new employees; spouses and domestic partners welcome
  • Learn more about the Investment and Pension plans and determine which is best for you
  • See a side-by-side comparison of the retirement plans, learn about the many resources available to aid you in your decision, and how to enroll
  • Presenter: Florida Retirement System (FRS) Representative  

Financial Well-Being 

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