The Zone is one of the hidden gems of UCSD. The staff is always friendly and welcoming, and the programs offered have helped me improve the way I live. The atmosphere is in no way judgmental and it's always nice to stop by, check in, and plop down on a bean bag to take a nap between classes! I always recommend The Zone to my friends who need a new place to de-stress or study. Thank you so much for everything you do for the student body!
Alexander Boyd
Major: Nanoengineering
College: Revelle
Expected Graduation: 2016
Alexander's favorite Zone programs: Therapy Fluffies, FitStop Physical Fitness Assessment, The Fitness Zone, Tai Chi
Avihai Guzy
Major: Bioengineering - Biotechnology
College: Marshall
Expected Graduation: 2014
"Particularly the biofeedback program offered by the Zone had a very positive impact on my experience at UCSD. Biofeedback helped me learn how to better listen to my body so that I could take better care of myself. This then extended to assist me in my academic success. Meditation at the Zone brought up new meditation methods that I now utilize in my daily life. The tea at the Zone helped me get over the final hump with my illness a few weeks back. The people at the Zone are great and I love the bean bag chairs! Great place to relax, take a nap, or study. Good music and good vibes every day!"
Avihai's favorite Zone programs: R&R Squad, Meditation, Therapy Fluffies, De-stress with Biofeedback, Tai Chi
Nancy Fong
Major: Human Biology, Psychology
College: Muir
Expected Graduation: 2014
"I love the atmosphere, the space, and the new friends that I meet!"
Nancy's favorite Zone programs: R&R Squad, Meditation, The Fitness Zone
Lauren
Major: Political Science
College: Marshall
Expected Graduation: 2013
"I remember wandering into the zone when I had free time after a class in PC Theater. Best exploratory accident ever! They have wonderful welcoming staff that makes UCSD feel like a small tight knit community, not to mention amazing bean bag chairs to nap in. I think everyone at UCSD should spend some time in the Zone: whether it be to recharge your laptop battery or your physical/ psychological battery."
Lauren's favorite Zone programs: R&R Squad, Tasty Tuesday, Therapy Fluffies, De-stress with Biofeedback
Ian Howard
Major: Psychology
College: Marshall
Expected Graduation: 2013
"I love how the Zone promotes wellness for all UCSD students. It's a great place to host workshops as CAPS Wellness Peer Educator, yet it's also great to participate in workshops. It's such a relaxing, chill, and educational environment. It's refreshing to know there's a place for me to take care of myself and get away from the stress of school even if it's for a little while. The workshops, the people who work there, and the atmosphere are all awesome. I am thankful for the Zone and am glad to have been able to enjoy it as an undergrad."
Ian's favorite Zone programs: R&R Squad, Tasty Tuesday, Therapy Fluffies, De-stress with Biofeedback
Voula Athens
Meditation Instructor
"I see the Zone as a great place for students to try something that promotes wellness that they may not have tried if a fee was involved. Several students come back for meditation; others come in to 'check it out' out of curiosity. The space is peaceful, attractive and the interns influence the mood of the room. Overall, teaching meditation there has been a great experience!"
Voula's favorite Zone program: Meditation
Ben
Major: Neuroscience
College: Muir
EAP Student
"Perfect introduction to the practice of meditation. Vou is a great teacher: thoughtful, friendly and always willing to discuss techniques and give more information to the students. I highly recommend this class and the instructor!"
Ben's favorite Zone program: Meditation
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