free or affordable wellness Activities
Mind Body Spirit
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Wellness Classes
& Events
Modern life can get really stressful, and we believe Concordians deserve to feel better! So we're gathering as a community to explore a variety of wellness practices together, so that we can all feel good and flourish.
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Get Well, Concord events are hosted on the First Presbyterian Church campus 1965 Colfax St Concord CA
Movement
Strength training & Qigong
Led by Chandra Collins, Lifestyle
& Wellness Coach | Sessions are free
At FPCC Fireside Room
(Enter through Salvio St gate)
Strength Class
Body Weight Only
Thursdays, 8:30 AM – 9:15 AM
Accessible and effective for all fitness levels, the emphasis is on core strength, especially the ability to get up from the ground.
Modifications will be provided for those who need them. Get a solid foundation of strength, improve balance, increase flexibility, feel stronger and more confident in everyday activities.
Qigong: Cultivating Energy & Healing
Thursdays 9:30 AM – 10:15 AM
Qigong is a mind-body practice that combines slow, deliberate movements, controlled breathing, and meditation to cultivate and balance the body's vital energy.
Benefits include:
- stress reduction,
- Improved balance and flexibility,
- Increased energy and vitality,
- Mind-Body connection,
Qigong can promote healing, mental clarity, and enhanced sleep quality
eat Well
Cooking Classes
Led by Chef Chandra Collins @ FPCC Kitchen (enter through Fireside Room)
Registration closes 48 hours before class begins
Chef's Table w/chef chandra
A seasonally themed, education-based tasting class that blends practical nutrition with delicious food.
- 1st, 2nd, & 3rd Wednesdays, 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM
- $30 fee per class to cover materials paid at registration. Discounts available.
Youth Cooking Class (ages10-15)
Fun, age-appropriate cooking with simple recipes and kitchen basics.
- 2nd Mondays 4:00 PM – 6:00 PM
- $20 fee per class to cover materials paid at registration. Discounts available.
Beyond the Shot
6-week lifestyle support program for people using GLP-1 Medication
- 1st, 2nd, & 3rd Mondays, 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM
- Feb 2nd - Mar 16th
- $30 fee per class to cover materials paid at registration. Discounts available.
feel good and flourish!
Activities are free, affordable or pay what you can
Walking with Purpose
Walk with purpose. Breathe with intention. Connect in community.
Walking with Purpose is a gentle, inclusive group walk that blends mindful movement, breath awareness, and connection. We move at a comfortable pace, pause when needed, and focus on being present—no fitness level required. The group is weather-dependent, because rainy Mondays can be hard—but when the skies cooperate, wellness happens together
Led by Darryl McCollum
20-Minute walk
Mondays, 12PM Weather dependent
Todos santos park
Meet us at the stage
Let us know you're coming
The Chosen Watch Party
Join us to watch and discuss this fascinating portrayal of Jesus’ life.
Wednesdays 1:30 – 3:30 PM resuming 1/7 at FPCC
Led by Lisa Justice in her office.
The Chosen is a groundbreaking historical drama based on the life of Jesus, seen through the eyes of those who knew him. Watch one episode (or sometimes two!) together as a group and then discuss with expert facilitators leading the discussion. Bring a snack! Bring your questions, you can share thoughts, and connect the story to your own walk of faith. Come for the show, stay for the conversation—you won’t want to miss it!
You can jump in at any point. We gather every Wednesday, starting January 7.
You are also welcome to watch at home then come share your experience with us at 2:30. We'd love to see you there.
Admission is Free
Image by The Chosen TV
Improv Circle
Step into a supportive, playful space where laughter, connection, and creativity come naturally.
Unlock creativity.
Ease stress.
Build confidence.
Saturday Evenings 7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
January 10 – February 7, 2026
(5 energizing sessions!)
Led by Darryl McCollum, Improv Teacher at FPCC in the Fireside Room
Get Well Concord’s Improv Circle is a weekly gathering that uses easy, fun improv games to help people open up, shake off stress, and reconnect with others.
No experience required — this is improv for everybody.
Friday, February 13th at 7PM
A joyful, optional short performance where participants can show off what they’ve learned.
$60 for the full 5-week series
Sign-Up For the improve circle→
Why Improv at Get Well Concord?
Boost Emotional Wellness
Improv helps reduce anxiety, increase resilience, and break through social isolation.
Strengthen Confidence
Explore expressive games that encourage being present, saying “yes,” and discovering your voice.
Connect with Community
Improv is a team sport — you collaborate, laugh, and build friendships in real time.
Trauma-Aware & Inclusive
Our Improv Circle creates a space where:
All bodies and abilities are welcome
All identities are affirmed
All backgrounds are embraced
Low-cost access keeps the circle open to everyone
Nobody is left out. Everybody belongs.
Your Participation Helps Fight Hunger
All class fees directly support our neighborhood food-insecurity initiatives.
When you join the Improv Circle, you’re not only investing in your own emotional wellness — you’re helping local families access fresh food and essential resources.
Laugh, grow, connect… and make a real impact.
Spiritual Memory Circle
Creating Your Own Spiritual Autobiography.
Thursdays 2:00PM – 4:00 PM begins 1/22 in the Fireside Room at FPCC
Led by Rebecca Chase, Commissioned Pastor and Director of Community Care at First Presbyterian Church
Based on Remembering Your Story: Creating Your Own Spiritual Autobiography by Richard L Morgan, we will take a look at remembering, telling, and recording our stories, our spiritual memories, and create a work that can be passed on, or utilized to do a broader project. Be prepared to do a little reading and writing, a little crafting, and lots of storytelling, with a community of like-minded folks.
February 5: Break: No Meeting
Week 1: From Memory to Faith: Life Stories
Week 2: The Spiritual Lifeline
Week 3: The River of Life
Week 4 Reclaiming Childhood Stories
Week 5: Family Relationships, Family Stories
Week 6: Facing Life’s Transitions, and the Ongoing Story
Admission is Free
Sleep Well
Sleep Circle
Practical tools and shared support for better rest and recovery.
Thrusday Evenings at 7:30 on Zoom
March 5th, 12th, 19th, and 26th
Get well to feel good and find peace
Get Well, Concord is an initiative of First Presbyterian Church to promote the health and well-being of our congregation and our community. We believe that God wishes peace and wholeness (shalom) for every person. We recognize that body, mind, and spirit are all connected. It’s hard to be at peace when one or more aspects of our lives are unwell. That’s why we, want to lend what we know about the power of community to assist each other and our neighbors in getting well.
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