How to Move Well Off Campus

  • Yale Outdoor Education Center (OEC)

    • Located on 1,500 wooded acres, the OEC is nestled on the south shore of a pristine mile-long lake in East Lyme, CT, only 42 miles from New Haven. There are cabins and campsites to rent, plenty of spots to picnic, a new hiking trail, and a clean lake in which to rowboat, kayak, paddleboard, fish or swim. The OEC is available to all members of the Yale community via membership, day-use fee or rental.

  • New Haven Parks

  • Breathing Room Yoga Center

    • Breathing Room, located in downtown New Haven, offers a variety of classes ranging in level and focus, including candle-lit yoga, lotus flow vinyasa, form and flow, yin yoga, urban zen restorative yoga, max meditation, happy power hour +, and much more. 

  • Elm City Wellness

    • Elm City Wellness is an independent health spa with a “focus on wellness, not beauty.” Services include a variety of massages, acupuncture and community acupuncture, reiki, and facials. Elm City Wellness practitioners will customize treatments to your need, and offer services specifically tailored for athletes, musicians, and students.

  • Fresh Yoga

    • Fresh Yoga offers a variety of drop-in and series classes for all levels. Visit their website for their schedule of classes and fees. 

  • Recreation in New Haven and Connecticut

    • New Haven and Connecticut offer wonderful scenic activities, including biking, hiking, running, and kayaking. Visit the Student Life website for guides to recreational experiences beyond Yale.

  • Campus Walking Routes

    • There are plenty of sidewalks throughout New Haven that are great for walking.  Recommended routes, based on neighborhood and distance.