Save the date – Spring edition of Student Well-being Week
- Date
- Monday 2 June 2025 - Friday 6 June 2025
- Address
- Leiden and The Hague
During the Dutch Week of Mental Health (2-7 June 2025), Leiden University will be holding a spring edition of the Student Well-being Week. With inspiring workshops, relaxing activities and practical tips, we want to help you find balance, both in your studies and your daily life. By working on your well-being, improving your study skills and connecting with your fellow students, you can help increase your chances of study success.
In the meantime, could you do with some help with your study skills or want to learn how to deal with procrastination? Take a look at the help available on the well-being website or sign up for the monthly student well-being newsletter.
Registration opens 19 May
Why a spring edition of the Student Well-being week?
It has been become clear to us from conversations with students and the LUS rapport, that students would prefer that well-being activities are spread out more throughout the year. You would also like to see more activities offered in the evenings. Leiden University has therefore decided to divide the activities of the traditional November Well-being week over two periods in the year. In that way, we hope to better meet the needs of our students.
Programme
Monday 2 June
This vigorous and dynamic form of yoga strengthens the muscles and increases flexibility. You will also focus on good posture and enjoy a well-deserved moment of relaxation at the end of the session. The beautiful surroundings of the Hortus botanical gardens ensure a pleasant and relaxed atmosphere. We will provide yoga mats. No need to bring your own.
Location: Hortus Botanicus Leiden
Have you always wanted to experience rowing on the waters of The Hague? Then this is your chance. We will welcome you at our boat shed with drinks and snacks, after which you can experience rowing, hopefully with a bit of nice weather. We look forward to seeing you at Pelargos!
Location: Pelargos, Cruquiuskade 10 – The Hague
Join us for a guided poetry writing session in which we will pause to notice and feel our surroundings and their relationship with language. In a relaxed atmosphere we’ll explore how poetry is an assemblage of words, spaces, silences, breaks, punctuation marks, voices, and paper. Whether you write poetry or never tried before, this workshop is the perfect opportunity to move forward or discover a new passion. We’ll create a safe space together. No prior experience of writing poetry is required.
Location: Wijnhaven 2.59 – The Hague
This workshop is all about increasing your knowledge on the topics of sexual pleasure, consent and communication. In a relaxed and interactive setting, you will test your knowledge in a pub quiz and engage in conversations on subjects such as desires, boundaries and the body. The workshop offers practical insights into how to make sex truly enjoyable, how to get to know your own body better (and that of someone else), and how to communicate openly and respectfully about wishes and boundaries.
Location: Lipsius 2.28, Leiden
Tuesday 3 June
Want to contribute to a healthy and social environment and learn how to combat loneliness in yourself and others? In this interactive workshop, you will discover what social well-being really means and why it is so important to reduce the likelihood of loneliness. You'll gain insights and practical tips aimed at strengthening social connections and influencing your environment
Join Us is an organisation dedicated to enabling dialogue and addressing loneliness among young people. With our tried and tested approach, we help young people gradually overcome loneliness and strengthen their social networks. Join Us and discover how you too can contribute to a strong, connected community.
Location: Lipsius 0.30, Leiden
Need a break from study stress? Recharge yourself and get your hands messy in this relaxing clay workshop! Working with clay can help you relax and escape your cares for a while. No experience is necessary – just imagination. Whether you create a work of art or just enjoy the process, it's all about discovery, fun and self-expression. Chance of messy hands. Fun guaranteed!
Location: Garden of the Schouwburgstraat
Do you know what is important during job interviews? How can you prepare optimally? During this workshop you will learn what to share about yourself and how to best present yourself in a job interview. What should the employer know about you and about your background? The focus in this workshop is on practicing an actual job interview.
Location: online
Fancy a relaxing afternoon in the park? During Well-being Week, we are organising a Bring Your Own picnic in the Van der Werff park. Bring your own food and drinks - for yourself and to share - and we'll provide baguettes, spreads and (disposable) BBQs. Throw something on the grill, relax on a rug, and meet other young people looking to have fun and connect. Don't forget to bring a plate and cutlery. Arriving later or have to leave early? That’s no problem at all.
Social Creators Leiden is an organisation for young adults (18-35) who want to build community, undertake new things, and make an impact in the city. Together we aim to create a ‘Social Community’. We organise fun activities that everyone is welcome to join, and dedicate ourselves as volunteer for the Leiden community. You can recognise us from our grey-green SCL sweater or badge.
Location: Van der Werffpark - Leiden
Feel like an energetic workout outdoors? Join our bootcamp on the Malieveld and experience High Intensity Interval Training (HIIT). Powerful, explosive movements combined with short breaks will keep your heart rate up and provide an effective full-body workout. Expect challenging exercises such as push-ups, squats, burpees and planking – all using just your own body weight. Perfect for improving your fitness, getting stronger and just going for it. Want to join us?
Location: Malieveld – The Hague
Wednesday 4 June
The ultimate bodyshape workout on a bike! You’ll use tubes to train your upper body & abdomen, the bike to shape your buttocks & legs, and the party beats will ensure a great atmosphere. During the workout, the cycle zone will feel like a dance floor. The 45 minutes will fly by, and you’ll burn a lot of calories with a smile on your face!
Location: Spinning hall USC - Leiden
This activity is in Dutch. See the Dutch page for a description of the activity.
Wisdom Reflection Walks in Nature: discover yourself through the seasons. Embark on a journey of self-discovery during our Wisdom Walks. Together, we will go outside and embrace the transformative power of nature's seasonal cycles.
In the next Wisdom Walk, you will be invited to (re)connect with yourself and the colorful nature around you. Engage in small, purposeful activities designed to unlock your full potential. The walks are organised by Nature Academy and are designed for students seeking personal growth, mindfulness, and meaningful connections.
Come and join our walk(s) and experience the transformative energy of each season! We will meet up outside the ‘ AH to Go’ at The Hague Central Station.
Location: Haagse Bos – meet up outside AH to go at The Hague Central Station
The wars in Gaza and Ukraine; every day and institutionalised racism; the ongoing legacies of colonialism. Many of us have experienced how these and other conversation topics can lead to hostile situations in society and sometimes even on campus.
In this workshop you will learn how to address sensitive topics and bring the conversation to a more profound level by asking constructive questions.
Location: Leiden, Lipsius room 2.11
Music bingo puts a fun twist on a classic game. Instead of numbers, your bingo card features songs, artists, countries or lyrics. When you hear something you recognise, mark it on your card. Enjoy the music, sing along and compete for prizes. Sign up for an evening of fun and relaxation.
Location: Café de Kroeg, Leiden
Thursday 5 June
Come to a state of complete relaxation on the beautiful beach of The Hague with ‘yoga @ the beach’. This powerful and dynamic form of yoga both strengthens and relaxes your muscles. You’ll also focus on good posture before enjoyed a well-deserved moment of relaxation. Bring your own towel or mat.
Location: Scheveningen, The Hague
You are what you eat, or so they say. Want to know how nutrition affects your energy, mood and health? Then come to this lecture. It’ll be fun and interactive, so you can ask all the questions you like and really learn something. Perfect for students who want to know more about how nutrition can improve your daily life.
Location: Lipsius, room 1.47 - Leiden
Are you ready for a unique experience on the water? SUP (Stand-Up-Paddle) is the perfect way to relax, explore your surroundings, and get a full-body workout. Stand on your sup board, glide along with your paddle, and chat with other people. SUP originated in Hawaii but is now popular all over the world. Whether you want to take it easy or be energetic, it’s all possible!
Location: Amphoraweg 10 - Leiden
Join LUGO (Leiden University Green Office) for a workshop in which we’ll make our own sustainable soap! The soap is made of natural ingredients that are 100% biodegradable - and smell great too. Let's combine mental health and sustainability in a relaxing session of DIY soap making. Please bring your own container to take your soap home in, and we'll take care of the rest. See you there!
Location: Beehive, common room - Leiden
V.S.L. Catena is a social student association with no strings attached. As part of the Well-being week, we will be opening our doors for a boardgame night. We’ll provide the games, snacks, and a (non-alcoholic) welcome drink, while you can get to know one other and our members in a relaxed and fun way.
Location: Catena – Kolfmakersteeg 8, Leiden
Friday 6 June
Boxing is the ultimate combination of strength, speed and strategy. It is not just about the physical side of things. It’s also about ring awareness and coordination. Whether you are just starting out or already have some experience, this workout is for anyone who wants to push their limits. Come and discover what you’re made of.
Location: USC Club Building, Goliuspad 19 - Leiden
This activity is in Dutch. See the Dutch page for a description of the activity.
Location: Hortus Botanicus Leiden
In this hands-on workshop, you will design your own summer mood board, filled with colors, textures and images that reflect your perfect summer vibes. Whether you dream of sunny beaches, vibrant festivals, or relaxing garden picnics, this session will help you bring your vision to life. Using magazines, fabrics, stickers, and other materials, you will craft a beautiful collage.
No experience needed - just bring your imagination and let’s create together!
Location: Beehive, Common Room – The Hague