Wellness Classes

Plants are intimately tied to our well-being. Discover new ways to bring healthful botanical influences into your daily life through courses in herbalism, aromatherapy, and so much more.


May

When surrounded by the tranquil beauty of trees, the mind naturally becomes quiet and peaceful. You will learn about forest therapy and see for yourself the research-proven health benefits of forest bathing. Learn basic sensory and meditation techniques to help more...
254WEL145 05/09 Fr 10:30am-12:00pm Kane
NYBG

Pollen rich air can irritate the eyes, sinuses, and throat for many. Discover creative ways to support your immune system with botanical medicines and delicious recipes. In this hands-on workshop, you'll learn how to build resistance to environmental irritants and more...
254WEL218 05/16 Fr 11:00am-1:00pm Petter
NYBG

June

Discover how a plant-forward diet and lifestyle can improve your health. Dr. Richard Rosenfeld will share the six pillars of lifestyle medicine and how these pillars integrate with NYBG. Emphasis will be placed on optimal nutrition, exercise in nature, relaxation, more...
254WEL162 06/03 Tu 10:00am-12:00pm Rosenfeld
NYBG

Survey the modern green and biophilic hospital design movement as well as the myriad benefits of green spaces within a clinical environment, for families and caregivers alike. You'll review the architectural history of the hospital—from the basilica through Frank Lloyd more...
254WEL212O 06/27 Fr 7:00pm-8:00pm Morrison
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