MC Wellness
Join us for a Walktober Information Session on September 29, 3:30–4 p.m. Join the Zoom here new window.
Welcome to MC Wellness, Montgomery College’s Employee Wellness Program.
Montgomery College is committed to supporting employee well-being across multiple dimensions of wellness. Our programs, resources, and policies are designed to help employees lead healthier lives.
MC Wellness programs are available to employees, retirees, and their spouses. Registration is required to participate. Use the registration button below to enroll.
Benefits-eligible employees may receive up to 1.5 hours per week to participate in wellness activities (PDF, 
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Through the Educational Assistance Program (EAP) and Professional Development Assistance Program (PDAP) new window, benefits-eligible employees may request reimbursement for eligible wellness and fitness expenses (not already unreimbursed through another program):
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Monthly Recurring Wellness Reimbursement: Employees who have a recurring or ad hoc monthly membership for a traditional gym or other fitness center, fitness subscriptions, classes, bootcamps, activities, challenges, etc., or a combination of eligible expenses may qualify for a monthly reimbursement, up to $100 per month (not per membership or activity; annual fees are excluded). Multiple reimbursements are allowed per fiscal year, but quarterly submissions are recommended. Receipts for all eligible expenses are required whether you submit one (1) month or multiple months at a time. For additional information, review the Wellness Reimbursement FAQs.
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Annual Preventive Wellness Allowance: Employees who complete five (5) or more preventive wellness activities may qualify for an annual allowance towards wellness equipment, non-recurring memberships, or related fees (exclusions apply). A single reimbursement is allowed per fiscal year, up to $150, which requires the Annual Preventative Wellness Allowance Form (PDF,
) . For more information, review the Wellness Reimbursement FAQs.
Montgomery College also partners with leading fitness and wellness organizations to
offer discounted memberships and other wellness resources. Explore the available discounts
and opportunities below.
MC Earns Gold-Level Recognition
Montgomery College received Cigna’s Gold Healthy Workforce Designation in 2024 and 2025 in recognition of our commitment to employee health and well-being.
REGISTER FOR MC WELLNESS
Healthy Habits Get Rewarded
Preventive care can help you stay healthy and save money in the long run. Benefits-eligible employees who complete a preventive dental cleaning and an annual physical exam can enter the MC Wellness monthly gift card raffle. Enter the monthly raffle for a chance to win new window!
MC Wellness Class Schedule
Fall classes will be offered through Saturday, December 12, 2026. Classes are open to all MC employees, retirees, and spouses.
Registration
- Registration is required for all classes.
- For calendar invites, class updates, and cancellation notices, please email Megan Cooperman. new window
- Submit the Staff Request for Time Off for Wellness Activities Form. (PDF, )
- For disability accommodations, please contact Megan Cooperman. new window
Please contact Megan Cooperman new window to obtain the Zoom password.
A low-impact, medium-paced class focusing on breath, proper alignment, and controlled movement to improve posture and balance. This full-body workout emphasizes core strengthening while increasing joint mobility, spinal flexibility, and overall muscle tone.
What you will need: A yoga mat.
Noon–12:40 p.m.
Join here new window.
Registration for all classes closes 30 minutes before the class starts. You will receive the class link 15 minutes prior. If you are not able to attend the live class but would like to receive the recording, you must register before class begins. Recordings will be available for 24 hours.
Join yoga instructor Ana Lincoln and Megan Cooperman to learn and practice breathing and mindfulness techniques that can help reduce stress.
Second Tuesday of each month, 12:15–12:50 p.m.
Join here new window.
Stretch Movement Break
Include movements and stretches from the Arthritis Foundation to increase mobility, help your joints, and support your overall well-being.
3–3:15 p.m.
Join Zoom new window | Meeting ID: 874 277 9389
A slow/medium-paced style of yoga synchronizing the breath with each movement. Focusing on classic poses and correct alignment to increase strength, mobility, and flexibility. For all levels.
Noon–12:45 p.m.
Join here new window.
Stretch Movement Break
Includes movement and stretches from the Arthritis Foundation to increase mobility, help your joints, and support your overall well-being.
3–3:15 p.m.
Join Zoom new window | Meeting ID: 874 277 9389
Includes movement and stretches from the Arthritis Foundation to increase mobility, help your joints, and support your overall well-being.
3–3:15 p.m.
Join Zoom new window | Meeting ID: 874 277 9389
Weight Loss Meet-up with Coach Elyse
Join a supportive discussion focused on healthy habits, accountability, and practical
wellness strategies to support your health goals. Contact Megan Cooperman for details.
11 a.m.–noon (3rd Thursday of the month)
No class(es)
Please contact Megan Cooperman new windowfor gym access.
Tone and strengthen your whole body. All equipment will be provided. You are welcome to bring your own mat.
12:15–12:55 p.m., Humanities and Social Sciences Building (HS) 216
Aqua Fitness
For All Levels and Open Swim for Employees
5:10–5:50 p.m., Pool
A slow/medium-paced style of yoga synchronizing the breath with each movement. Focusing on classic poses and correct alignment to increase strength, mobility, and flexibility. For all levels.
12:15–1 p.m., Paul Peck Academic and Innovation Building (PK) 106
Build strength and endurance with this dynamic weight training class designed to challenge all fitness levels.
12:15–12:55 p.m., Humanities and Social Sciences Building (HS) 216
A slow/medium-paced style of yoga synchronizing the breath with each movement. Focusing on classic poses and correct alignment to increase strength, mobility, and flexibility. For all levels.
12:15 p.m., Paul Peck Academic and Innovation Building (PK) 106
No class(es)
A fun paddle sport combining tennis, badminton, and ping-pong elements. All levels welcome. Equipment provided. Contact Megan Cooperman new window for lessons, court scheduling, registration, and updates.
11:15 a.m.–1:30 p.m., Physical Education Center (PE) 137A
Strength and Conditioning
An all-levels strength class
5:15–6 p.m., Physical Education Center (PE) 137BBuild strength and endurance through a full-body workout designed to improve mobility, balance, and overall fitness.
12:15–12:55 p.m., Physical Education Center (PE) 121
Gentle Yoga with Sandra
Enjoy a gentle yoga session designed to improve flexibility, mobility, and relaxation.
Participants may choose chair or mat-based movements based on comfort level.
12:30–1:10 p.m., Physical Education Center (PE) 131
Aqua Fitness with Lana and Open Swim for Employees
A shallow aqua fitness party that includes cardio, strength, and core. Aqua buoys (weights) and tools will be provided.
What you will need: Swimsuit or swim top and shorts. Aqua shoes are recommended but not required. Bring Your Own Towel (BYOT).
5:15–5:55 p.m., Physical Education Center (PE) Pool
Employee Sports Meet-Up
Connect with colleagues for recreational sports and movement in a fun, supportive environment. Contact Megan Cooperman for details.
6–8 p.m. (biweekly)
Start your weekend on a high note and join this easy-to-follow dance fitness class using various dance styles such as ballroom, pop, Latin, and more.
12:15–1 p.m., Physical Education Center (PE) 121
Strength Circuit with Rita
Increase strength and stamina through circuit-style exercises designed to support
overall fitness and functional movement.
3:45–4:25 p.m., Pavilion Four (P4) Open Fitness Center
Improve flexibility, mobility, and balance through guided yoga movements designed to support overall well-being and stress reduction.
12:15–12:55 p.m., Charlene R. Nunley Student Services Center (ST) 302
Yoga to Destress
In the Planetarium with Ana
2:15–3 p.m.
Dates: 9/23, 10/21, 11/18
Contact Megan Cooperman for more information.
4-Week Circuit Training - Wednesdays
September 16 to October 7 (4-week class)
Led by Professor Tonya Seed
11–11:45 a.m., Health Sciences Center (HC)
For this class only, pre-register to attend here new window.
Registration Instructions: After you click the link, you will be prompted to log in to your MC Account (authentication is required for registration with this form).
Information for field requirements:
“Instructor Email Address”: tonya.seed@montgomerycollege.edu
"Event": EIMOC Circuit Training
Semester: Fall 2026
4-Week Full Body Conditioning - Wednesdays
October 27 to November 18 (4-week class)
11–11:45 a.m., Pavilion 4 101, Open Fitness Center
Pre-registration required here new window
Registration Instructions: After you click the link, you will be prompted to log in to your MC Account (authentication is required for registration with this form).
Information for field requirements:
“Instructor Email Address”: tonya.seed@montgomerycollege.edu
"Event": EIMOC Circuit Training
Semester: Fall 2026
Core, Stretch, and Balance with Ana
A fusion of exercises focused on abdominal control, spinal mobility, and stability
movements to strengthen the midsection, improve posture, and enhance overall equilibrium.
12:30–1:10 p.m., Pavilion Four (P4) Open Fitness Center
Please wear the appropriate fitness shoes for all classes, except yoga and Pilates.
Remain up-to-date with schedule changes by checking MC Wellness new windowregularly. Please note, instructors are subject to change, and classes may be canceled due to low enrollment.
Open Fitness Center
- Current MC ID required for participation
- All employees must be enrolled in MC Wellness (submit completed MC Wellness Form new window)
- Montgomery College employees register directly at their campus gym location
- Retirees and employee spouses register by emailing Megan Cooperman new window
All fitness center participants must complete a Physical Activity Readiness Questionnaire (PAR-Q). Employees may choose one (1) of these alternatives instead:
- Provide medical clearance from their doctor
- Sign a release waiver if they are confident in their ability to participate safely based on their health knowledge and ongoing relationship with their healthcare providers
Facilities
Lockers are available for employees at the Rockville (RV) campus. To secure a lock, email Megan Cooperman new window.
Wellness Resources
Access fitness discounts, mental health support, mindfulness tools, and recovery resources available to our MC community.
Resources for quitting smoking, reducing alcohol use, and substance recovery:
- Alcoholics Anonymous new window
- American Cancer Society: Great American Smokeout Tools and Resources new window
- CDC: Tips from Former Smokers new window
- Cleveland Clinic: Cannabis Use Disorder new window
- Cigna: Quitting Smoking new window
- Cigna: Vaping new window
- DEA Resources Guide (PDF, )
- QuitAssist® new window
- Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration new window
- Smoking Cessation: Proven Ways to Kick the Habit new window
At MC, we are committed to supporting your well-being and success. Through the Educational Assistance Program (EAP) and Professional Development Assistance Program (PDAP) new window, eligible active employees may receive reimbursement for wellness activities, including gym memberships and WeightWatchers. Participants must complete at least eight (8) sessions per month or meet a 75% participation requirement.
The maximum reimbursement for all eligible activities is $100.
- 24-Hour Fitness
- Active and Fit Direct for Cigna (PDF, )
- Aquatic Centers
- Barre/Pilates/Yoga Studios
- Cigna Active and Fit Direct
- ClassPass for Kaiser new window
- CrossFit
- Fitness and Well-being Support from Optum for Kaiser (PDF, )
- Gold's Gym
- Jazzercise Gaithersburg
- Kaiser ChooseHealthy® (PDF, )
Program (PDF,) - LA Fitness
- Life Time new window*
- NOOM
- Onelife Fitness (PDF, ) *
- Orangetheory
- The Rockville Swim and Fitness Center* (PDF, )
- Weight Watchers Digital* new window (MC Access ID: 15886609)
If you use a wellness app or participate in a wellness or fitness program not listed here, contact Megan Cooperman new window to find out whether it is eligible for EAP new window reimbursement.
Access professional support and mental health resources:
- A Practical Guide to Coping with Grief (PDF, )
- CDC How Right Now Tool Kit new window
- Cigna: Behavioral Mental Health Virtual Care (PDF, )
- Cigna: Behavioral Virtual Providers (PDF, )
- Cigna: Brightline Overview (PDF, )
- Cigna: How to Find a Behavioral Well-being Provider (PDF, )
- How to Recognize and Reduce Anxiety new window
- Kaiser: Self-care Apps (PDF, )
- MC CARES Faculty and Staff Assistance Program (FSAP)
- National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) new window
- National Mental Health Hotline: 988 new window
- Resources for Mental Health in Montgomery County new window
- Resources for Resilient Wellbeing by Dr. Rick Hanson new window
Find your calm with guided meditations and mindfulness tools:
- Breathe2Relax—Free Breathing App new window
- Cigna: Mindful and Meditation Podcasts new window
- Cigna: My Mindful Month (PDF, )
- Cigna: Self-Care Tool Kit (PDF, )
- Kaiser: Audio Meditations for Health new window
- Kaiser: 5-Step Guide to Self-care (PDF, )
- Marconi Union, Weightless—8-Minute Anxiety-Reducing Song new window
- Mindful Self-Compassion new window
- Topics for Personal Growth new window
- UC San Diego Center for Mindfulness: Guided Audio for Stress Reduction new window
- Virtual Calming Room new window
- Wednesday Meditations with Dr. Rick Hanson new window
- Yoga Videos with Willow Street Yoga new window
Support your physical wellness journey:
- American Diabetes Association new window
- American Heart Association new window
- Cigna: Foodsmart (PDF, )
- Cigna: Know Your Lemons—Breast Cancer App (PDF, )
- Giant Food: Healthy Living new window
- Kaiser: Medical Weight Loss (PDF, )
- Kaiser: One Pass Select Affinity Fitness (PDF, )
- MC Wellness: Flex, Stretch, and Repeat Fitness Videos new window
- National Institute on Aging new window
- OMADA for Cigna (PDF, )
- Orange Theory Free Fitness Videos new window
- Smoking Cessation Resources new window
- YMCA Free Fitness Videos new window
- Yoga Videos with Willow Street Yoga new window
Retirees enjoy free access to all MC Wellness programs and classes.
Resources for active aging:
FAQs
MC employees must complete the Wellness Enrollment Form new windowto access the wellness program.
Yes, all employees, spouses, and retirees must complete wellness registration forms annually at the beginning of each academic year in late August.
Spouses may participate after completing the registration/waiver form. Children may not participate in the wellness program.
MC allows up to 1.5 hours per week for wellness activities. Staff are encouraged to participate a minimum of three (3) days per week. To use duty time for wellness activities, you must:
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Complete a Staff Request for Wellness Activities Form (PDF,
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Match duty time with an equal amount of non-duty time.
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Limit wellness sessions to one (1) hour maximum, including travel and changing time.
No more than half of your total wellness time may be release time.
To obtain access to the fitness centers on campus during their operating hours, employees,
spouses, and retirees must complete an MC fitness center (DSE Rec) form. This form
can be provided upon request after registering for MC Wellness new window.
Prior to visiting an on-campus fitness center, please verify that your registration new window is complete.
To request reimbursement, active employees should create an expense report in Workday new window. Attach documentation of attendance (e.g., for gym memberships, attendance must be
at least eight (8) times in a month; for studios or class packs, 75% of the offering
must be utilized) along with proof of payment.
For further assistance, please contact Megan Cooperman new window.
Yes, active employees may submit reimbursement requests for multiple wellness opportunities. Please provide proof of usage and payment for each opportunity, noting that the reimbursement limit is a maximum of $100 per activity.
Expense reports for wellness EAP reimbursements are approved at the beginning of the month following your submission. For example, September requests are approved in October. Reimbursement is processed within 2–4 business days, depending on the biweekly payroll schedule. If you have direct deposit, the reimbursement will be deposited separately into your bank account on record. To check your request status, search "My Expense Reports" in Workday. new window
No, enrollment fees are not eligible for reimbursement. However, you can receive reimbursement up to $100 per month for membership dues and class packs.
Yes, the wellness EAP reimbursement is considered part of your salary and is subject
to taxation. The amount is taxed quarterly. For more information, visit the Educational Assistance Program (EAP) and Professional Development Assistance Program
(PDAP) new window.
According to IRS regulations, wellness prizes totaling $25 or more per employee are considered taxable income and are taxed quarterly. For more information, visit the Educational Assistance Program (EAP) and Professional Development Assistance Program (PDAP) new window. If you prefer lower-cost prizes, contact Megan Cooperman for assistance.
Yes, you can hire wellness staff as your personal trainer outside the College campus, provided you meet certain conditions. You will be responsible for the terms and payment arrangements and enter into this agreement at your own risk. Note that campus facilities may not be used for personal training.
Yes, aqua fitness classes are held Thursdays at 5:15 p.m. at the Rockville Campus. If you cannot attend and would like a personalized aqua fitness workout plan, contact Megan Cooperman.