Wellness Events
Did you know that as a State Plan member or covered dependent you have access to no cost wellness events and presentations? Classes are offered by a variety of different presenters. Classes labeled "By Premise Health Coaching" are open to plan all members except Medicare retirees. Click here for more information on who is eligible to attend classes offered by Premise Health Coaching.
Good news! All virtual events are available to all eligible members, not just those in Health Center areas.
Online Registration Instructions
Registration for all classes must be received 24 hours prior to class. We cannot guarantee that registrations received less than 24 hours prior will be honored.
Click here for the online registration instructions. Please note, this only applies to Premise Health Coaching classes.
Don’t delay – classes have limited size and require registration!
If you cannot make class, please extend the courtesy of canceling.
Request a Class or Presentation
Health Coaches are available for virtual group presentations and/or on-site meetings or events!
- Click here for suggested presentation topics, or you can tailor a presentation or training for your group.
- Complete an electronic request for a class or presentation tailored to your group's needs at surveymonkey.com/r/pptrequest.
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- Virtual Events - Available to all State Plan members
Virtual Events
Ongoing
| Yoga | |
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| Date: |
Fridays from 11:30 a.m.-12:15 p.m. |
| Location: |
Teams meeting |
| Description: |
This yoga class is good for all levels of experience. Flow through a warm up, sun salutations, balance, hip openers, twists, core work, and relaxation. Come when you can - no requirement for attendance every Friday. |
| Register: |
Click here to register and the appointment reminder will be sent to you. |
March 2024 - No events
April 2024
| Walk With Ease | |
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| Date: |
Starts April 1, 2024 - you choose the time and place! |
| Location: |
Online - self-paced |
| Description: |
Walk With Ease is for anyone who is looking to start or maintain a low-impact exercise program. Walk With Ease is a 6-week, independent walking program. You get to pick when, where, and how long you walk. Each week you will receive an encouraging e-mail to help you stay motivated. During the 6-weeks you will keep track and report your weekly walking minutes. "This is a terrific program. It helped both my husband and I to be more active. We always felt much better after we walked." - Past Walk With Ease participant Open to all plan members! |
| Register: |
Click here to learn more and register for the Walk With Ease Program Don't have time this month? Not to worry! A new session starts the first Monday of every month. You can sign up now! |
May 2024
| Quitting With Coaching - presented by Premise Health | |
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| Date: |
Thursday May 2, 2024, 12:00 p.m. - 1:00 p.m. |
| Location: |
Webinar link will be sent to registered attendees |
| Description: |
Quitting tobacco and nicotine is complicated. Join us for a 60-minute webinar to review the options you have available to quit nicotine for good. If you like what you hear, you’ll have the opportunity to get connected with a coach for as many individual sessions as you like. Quitting with Coaching is part of an Eligible Alternative to help you earn the Live Life Well Incentive! |
| Register: |
Follow the Online Registration Instructions above. Select "Health Seminar" under "Tell us why you're coming in," and "Nicotine Cessation" as the presentation. |
| Stay Active Challenge - Montana on the Move | |
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| Date: |
Registration begins April 22, 2024. Challenge runs May 6 - June 9, 2024 |
| Location: |
Wherever you are! |
| Description: |
We're all on the same team in this year's Governor's Stay Active Challenge - Montana on the Move! Every bit of activity you do counts toward the collective activity goal and helps us build a stronger community...together. This 5-week physical activity challenge is virtual and suitable for all activity levels and types of activity. All kinds of activities count! |
| Register: | Click here to find complete details and registration instructions. |
| Helena area - Stay Active Challenge Hiking Series | |
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| Date: |
Tuesdays May 14, 21, 28, and June 4, 2024, 12:00 p.m. - 12:45 p.m. |
| Location: |
Various, see below |
| Description: |
Helena area - come join us for the Stay Active Challenge hiking series. Explore Helena-area trails during your lunch hour and meet others interested in hiking. These hikes will be beginner to intermediate in strenuousness. Depending on your needs, feel free to come for part or all of the hike on any given day. You will need comfortable shoes with good traction and water. Other equipment as required by the weather. Choose one or more of the hikes that might interest you. If you have any concerns, make sure to talk with your doctor prior to attending the hikes. Tuesday, May 14, 12:00 - 12:45 p.m. Meet at the Old Shooting Range trailhead on Davis Gulch. |
| Register: |
No registration required. Meet the group on the day and time of the event. Don't be more than 5 minutes late! Any questions or if you are new to hiking, contact Kim Pullman, Wellness Program Manager, at |
| Intuitive Eating - presented by Premise Health | |
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| Date: |
Wednesday May 15, 2024, 12:00 p.m. - 1:00 p.m. |
| Location: |
Webinar link will be sent to registered attendees |
| Description: |
Are you tired of trying diets that don’t work? Do you want to improve your relationship with food? Learn about the 10 principles of intuitive eating to reject diet mentality, achieve a new trusting relationship with food, find satisfaction in food choices, reconnect with your internal wisdom about eating, learn to respect your body and make peace with food. |
| Register: |
Follow the Online Registration Instructions above. Select "Health Seminar" under "Tell us why you're coming in," and "Intuitive Eating" as the presentation. |
| Women's Health Tips - presented by Premise Health | |
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| Date: |
Wednesday May 22, 2024, 12:00 p.m. - 1:00 p.m. |
| Location: |
Webinar link will be sent to registered attendees |
| Description: |
Let’s celebrate all women this month by exploring strategies to minimize the risks to women’s health throughout their life. We will look at strategies for healthy meals, juggling busy schedules, and making time for self-care. |
| Register: |
Follow the Online Registration Instructions above. Select "Health Seminar" under "Tell us why you're coming in," and "Women's Health" as the presentation. |
June 2024
| Gut Health - presented by Premise Health | |
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| Date: |
Wednesday June 5, 2024, 12:00 p.m. - 1:00 p.m. |
| Location: |
Webinar link will be sent to registered attendees |
| Description: |
Digestion, metabolism, weight, and immunity. These are all impacted by the health of your gut. Gain easy ways to improve your health by learning more about this often-underrated system. |
| Register: |
Follow the Online Registration Instructions above. Select "Health Seminar" under "Tell us why you're coming in," and "Gut Health" as the presentation. |
| Men's Healthy Strategies - presented by Premise Health | |
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| Date: |
Wednesday June 19, 2024, 12:00 p.m. - 1:00 p.m. |
| Location: |
Webinar link will be sent to registered attendees |
| Description: |
Let’s celebrate men this month by exploring strategies to minimize the risks to men’s health throughout their life. We will look at strategies for managing stress, healthy eating, and juggling busy schedules. |
| Register: |
Follow the Online Registration Instructions above. Select "Health Seminar" under "Tell us why you're coming in," and "Men's Healthy Strategies" as the presentation. |
Did You Know? You can schedule an appointment with a health coach anytime! Click here for details.
Recorded Presentations - Check out our list of on-demand recorded presentations!
Information given in these presentations is intended to be general in nature and must never be considered a substitute for advice provided by your doctor or other qualified healthcare professional. Please use your discretion when considering the information provided by the presenters and talk to your doctor as needed prior to making any changes. Any links to websites or information presented is provided as a convenience and does not necessarily represent the views of the State of Montana, Department of Administration, or the Health Care & Benefits Division. These presentations often feature feedback from real people and are intended to be used for your personal growth and health improvement. By joining these events, you agree to keep any inadvertent reference to real people or events entirely confidential