Find a wellness program near you or online!
Health classes at little to no cost
There are many health and wellness programs that you can join to better your health, stay active, and manage diseases. Bring a friend, family member, or try on your own! The class list below is updated every 3 months. Please check back for ongoing or new programs.
If you are at risk for type 2 diabetes, check out the Diabetes Prevention Program with SFHP and the YMCA.
Questions? Want to share a community class? Please email healtheducation@sfhp.org.
SFHP offers no guarantee of quality and does not contract with or credential these service providers.
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| Diabetes Empowerment Education Program (DEEP) | Disease Management | Call for more information. | Curry Senior Center 333 Turk Street San Francisco, CA 94102 |
English,Cantonese,Russian | For seniors or adults with disabilities (over age 18). curryseniorcenter.org/programs/ |
1(415) 920-1351 wellnessstaff@curryseniorcenter.org | Details |
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| Walk with Ease Walking Group | Disease Management | Call for more information. | Curry Senior Center 333 Turk Street San Francisco, CA 94102 |
English,Cantonese,Russian | For seniors or adults with disabilities (over age 18). Manage arthritis through walking and stretching. curryseniorcenter.org/programs/ |
1(415) 920-1351 wellnessstaff@curryseniorcenter.org | Details |
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| Food Smarts Cooking Classes | Nutrition | Call for more information. | Curry Senior Center 333 Turk Street San Francisco, CA 94102 |
English,Cantonese,Russian | For seniors or adults with disabilities (over age 18). Build better healthy eating habits by learning how to cook with few items. curryseniorcenter.org/programs/ |
1(415) 920-1351 wellnessstaff@curryseniorcenter.org | Details |
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| Health Workshops and Presentations for Seniors | Seniors | Call for more information. | Curry Senior Center 333 Turk Street San Francisco, CA 94102 |
English,Cantonese,Russian | For seniors or adults with disabilities (over age 18). curryseniorcenter.org/programs/ |
1(415) 920-1351 wellnessstaff@curryseniorcenter.org | Details |
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| Senior Vitality | Seniors | Fridays 11:00am – 12:00pm on Zoom | Curry Senior Center 333 Turk Street San Francisco, CA 94102 |
English | For seniors or adults with disabilities (over age 18). Technology training and learning how to manage health. curryseniorcenter.org/programs/ |
Phillip Gerson, 1(415) 941-8552 pgerson@curryseniorcenter.org |
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| Curry Connections | Seniors | Weekly or Bi-weekly. Email for more information. | Curry Senior Center 333 Turk Street San Francisco, CA 94102 |
English,Cantonese,Russian | Seniors or adults with disabilities (over age 18). Volunteer social calls with senior adults. curryseniorcenter.org/programs/ |
connect@curryseniorcenter.org | Details |
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| Hatha Yoga | Exercise | Tuesdays 10:00am | Online via Zoom California Pacific Medical Center |
English | Monthly enrollment: $60/month ($15/class); Drop-ins: $18 enroll by 10:00am on Tuesday morning. | www.sutterhealth.org/classes-events/series/hatha-yoga-for-women-with-patricia-jiron-live-online-class-1017 | Details |
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| Knee and Hip Pain Treatment Webinar | Exercise | 8/9 – 11/8 6:00pm – 7:30pm |
Online | English | Free. From the comfort of your home computer, learn about the causes of knee and hip pain, options with no surgery, treatments, and options with minor surgery. | www.sutterhealth.org/classes-events/series/knee-hip-pain-treatment-webinar-4526 | Details |
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| Beginner's Body Weight Training I | Exercise | Mondays, Wednesdays, & Fridays. 1:30pm – 2:00pm |
Online on Zoom California Pacific Medical Center |
English | Free and open to any one. Registration required. Intro to overall strength conditioning, focused on increasing activity to prevent and manage disease. www.sutterhealth.org/classes-events/series/beginners-body-weight-strengthening-i-via-zoom-4350 |
For questions, please email healtheducation@sutterhealth.org or call the Physical Therapy Department at 1(510) 498-3900. | Details |
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| Beginner's Body Weight Training II | Exercise | Fridays 2:30pm – 3:00pm | Online on Zoom California Pacific Medical Center |
English | Moderate intensity class for people looking to improve aerobic endurance and general strength. | www.sutterhealth.org/classes-events/series/beginners-body-weight-strengthening-ii-via-zoom-4614 | Details |
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| Prenatal Class – Breastfeeding | Pregnancy | Everyday 11:00am – 11:30am |
Online California Pacific Medical Center |
English | Free for everyone. Learn the benefits and basic techniques of breastfeeding; how to prevent, recognize and manage problems; and tips for partners. | www.sutterhealth.org/classes-events/series/a-free-virtual-breastfeeding-eclass-online-4322 | Details |
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| Prenatal Class – Newborn Parenting | Pregnancy | Everyday 11:00am – 11:30am |
Online California Pacific Medical Center |
English | $90. Baby care basics with hands-on practice with diapering, swaddling, taking a temperature, and bathing. | www.sutterhealth.org/classes-events/series/a-cpmc-prenatal-offering-newborn-parenting-e-class-online-3250 | Details |
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| Prenatal Class – Newborn Parenting | Pregnancy | 5/18 – 8/19 9:00am – 2:00pm |
CPMC Van Ness Campus Conference Room TBD 1101 Van Ness Avenue San Francisco, CA 94109 |
English | $110. Learn survival tips for the early weeks. Includes baby care basics with hands-on practice with diapering, swaddling, taking a temperature, and bathing. | www.sutterhealth.org/classes-events/series/-a-cpmc-prenatal-offering-newborn-parenting-in-person-1345 | Details |
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| Prenatal Class – Sibling Preparation | Pregnancy | Everyday 11:00am – 11:30am |
Online California Pacific Medical Center |
English | $40. Engaging Online Sibling Preparation For The Whole Family. | www.sutterhealth.org/classes-events/series/a-cpmc-prenatal-offering-sibling-preparation-eclass-online-4677 | Details |
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| Prenatal Class – Pain Relief Options | Pregnancy | 5/24 – 11/28 7:00pm – 9:00pm |
Online California Pacific Medical Center |
English | For everyone. Free. Learn about the pain relief options for childbirth and get answers to all of your medication questions from a provider. | www.sutterhealth.org/classes-events/series/-a-cpmc-prenatal-offering-pain-relief-options-ask-the-anesthesiologist-virtual-1036 | Details |
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| Postpartum Class – Infant Massage | Pregnancy | 6/8 – 10/12 1:30pm – 3:30pm |
Online California Pacific Medical Center |
English | For everyone. $75/class. Learn strokes for full body massage, develop ways to "talk" and "listen" to your baby, and learn relaxation skills for you and your baby. | www.sutterhealth.org/classes-events/series/-a-cpmc-postpartum-offering-infant-massage-virtual-643 | Details |
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| Prenatal Class – Childbirth Preparation | Pregnancy | 6/20 – 8/10 (2 sessions) 6:00pm – 9:00pm |
CPMC Van Ness Campus Conference Room TBD 1101 Van Ness Avenue San Francisco, CA 94109 |
English | $250. This 6-hour class is offered in a 2 day series about relaxation and breathing, labor and birth positions, massage, the partner's role, medical procedures, types of labor, and Cesarean birth (C-section). | www.sutterhealth.org/classes-events/series/-a-cpmc-prenatal-offering-childbirth-preparation-in-person-1198 | Details |
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| Prenatal Class – Fatherhood | Pregnancy | Anytime | Online California Pacific Medical Center |
English | $60. Through video clips, featuring real dads, and interactive activities, this eClass can help you feel more prepared for your parenting journey. This class takes about 2 to 2½ hours to complete. | www.sutterhealth.org/classes-events/series/-a-cpmc-prenatal-offering-fatherhood-eclass-online-4312 | Details |
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| Prenatal Class – Grandparenting | Pregnancy | Anytime | Online California Pacific Medical Center |
English | $50. This class provides the latest information on birth and baby-care basics, guiding you through your grandparenting journey—from pregnancy to birth, and throughout the first year of your grandchild's life. | www.sutterhealth.org/classes-events/series/-a-cpmc-prenatal-offering-grandparenting-eclass-online-4566 | Details |
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| Prenatal Class – Infant and Childhood Safety | Pregnancy | Anytime | Online California Pacific Medical Center |
English | $60. This interactive online course includes topics such as: car seat safety, safe baby care, safety products, home safety, poisons and emergency preparedness. Allow 2-3 hours to complete. | www.sutterhealth.org/classes-events/series/a-cpmc-prenatal-offering-infant-childhood-safety-eclass-online-4330 | Details |
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| Prenatal Class – Emotional Transition to Parenthood | Pregnancy | 6/6 – 12/5 7:00pm – 9:00pm |
Online via Zoom California Pacific Medical Center |
English | For everyone. $60/couple. | www.sutterhealth.org/classes-events/series/-a-cpmc-prenatal-offering-the-emotional-transition-to-parenthood-virtual-3921 | Details |
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| Preparing for Twins/Multiples | Pregnancy | Fridays | Online via Zoom California Pacific Medical Center |
English | For everyone. $50. Basic information on raising twins or more, such as comfort advice and practical tips. | (650) 853-2935 www.sutterhealth.org/classes-events/series/eclass-preparing-for-twinsmultiples-4610 |
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| Prenatal Class – Newborn Care E-Class (Spanish) | Pregnancy | Anytime | Online via Zoom California Pacific Medical Center |
Spanish | $40. The Newborn Parent eClass, a unique online learning experience that provides comprehensive information you can trust as you prepare to become a new parent. | www.sutterhealth.org/classes-events/series/una-oferta-prenatal-de-cpmc-clase-electronica-de-atencion-al-recien-nacido-en-linea-nbp-3762 | Details |
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| Prenatal Class – Breastfeeding (Spanish) | Pregnancy | Anytime | Online via Zoom California Pacific Medical Center |
Spanish | $40. This interactive online course covers the essentials of breastfeeding. Lets you know when to call for help and includes tips. | www.sutterhealth.org/classes-events/series/una-oferta-prenatal-de-cpmc-clase-electronica-de-lactancia-materna-en-linea-3741 | Details |
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| Prenatal Class – Childbirth (Spanish) | Pregnancy | Anytime | Online via Zoom California Pacific Medical Center |
Spanish | $45. This online, self-paced class is available for 45 days after initial login and covers all of the information provided in our intensive and express childbirth classes. | www.sutterhealth.org/classes-events/series/una-oferta-prenatal-de-cpmc-clase-electronica-de-preparacion-para-el-parto-en-linea-cb-3740 | Details |
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| Prenatal Class – CPR and First Aid for Infants | Pregnancy | Please see website for more details | CPMC Van Ness Campus Conference Room TBD 1101 Van Ness Avenue San Francisco, CA 94109 |
English | $70. CPR and First Aid for newborns! For expectant mothers. Learn how to find and respond to common medical emergencies for infants. | www.sutterhealth.org/classes-events/series/-a-cpmc-prenatal-offering-cpr-first-aid-for-infants-in-person-1689 | Details |
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| Adaptive Yoga for Arthritis | Exercise | Wednesdays 11:00am – 12:00pm |
Online Women's Health Resource Center |
English | For everyone. $48/Month ($12 per class). Or $18 Drop-ins. Deadline to sign up is at 10:00am the morning of class. | 1(415) 600-0500 whrc@sutterhealth.org www.sutterhealth.org/classes-events/series/adaptive-yoga-for-arthritis-for-women-with-nancy-yates-live-online-class-2610 |
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| Gentle Yoga | Exercise | Tuesdays 7:00am – 8:00am |
Online Women's Health Resource Center |
English | Free and open to the community. | 1(415) 600-0500 https://www.sutterhealth.org/classes-events/series/free-gentle-yoga-via-zoom-4246 |
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| Hair Loss and Makeup Workshop for Women with Cancer | Other | One-on-one by appointment | Women's Health Resource Center | English | For all women living with cancer; newly diagnosed and those who have recently completed treatment. Free. Register online. www.sutterhealth.org/classes-events/series/hello-gorgeous-a-live-online-hair-loss-makeup-workshop-for-women-with-cancer-4340 |
1(415) 600-0500 whrc@sutterhealth.org |
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| Adelante! Youth Leaders Advancing Health Equity | Youth | Call for more information. | Mission Neighborhood Health Center Excelsior Clinic 4434 Mission Street San Francisco, CA 94112 |
English,Spanish | Free for MNHC Patients ages 13 to 17. Peer health education workshops. Opportunity to get a stipend as a volunteer peer educator. www.mnhc.org/community_programs/youth-services/ |
1(415) 406-1353 | Details |
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| El Club De Centering | Pregnancy | Call for more information. | Mission Neighborhood Health Center Shotwell Clinic 240 Shotwell Street, Floor 2, Conference Room San Francisco, CA 94116 |
Spanish | Free for MNHC Patients. Prepare for your pregnancy in a group setting that fosters learning and community support. Patients are grouped by their delivery dates and meet together with a midwife and health educator throughout their pregnancy. www.mnhc.org/community_programs/wellness-groups/ |
1(415) 552-3870 | Details |
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| THE SHANTI Life Program: HIV self-management (13 Weeks) | Disease Management | Call for more information. | Mission Neighborhood Health Center Shotwell Clinic 240 Shotwell Street, Floor 2, Conference Room San Francisco, CA 94116 |
English,Spanish | For MNHC Patients. Knowledge, motivation, skills, and support to start and keep healthy habits. Dinner given every session. www.mnhc.org/community_programs/wellness-groups/ |
1(415) 552-3870 | Details |
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| Monthly Group Diabetes Education | Disease Management | Call for more information. | Mission Neighborhood Health Center Shotwell Clinic 240 Shotwell Street, Floor 2, Conference Room San Francisco, CA 94116 |
English,Spanish | An opportunity for patients to join together and learn from one another and their health providers. Participants will gain a better understanding of how their behavior, food choices, lifestyle and approach to their diabetes affects their health. | Jacqueline Gaytan, RD, Chronic Care Coordinator,1(415) 552-1013, ext. 2221 |
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| Peer-to-peer (Promotores) Diabetes Program | Disease Management | Call for more information. | Mission Neighborhood Health Center Shotwell Clinic 240 Shotwell Street, Floor 2, Conference Room San Francisco, CA 94116 |
English,Spanish | Local community members with diabetes provide prevention and self-care education within their neighborhoods, with others who also suffer from diabetes. Promotors support MNHC events and work closely with other patients and their families. | Jacqueline Gaytan, RD, Chronic Care Coordinator,1(415) 552-1013, ext. 2221 |
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| Weight Management Program | Disease Management | Call for more information. | Mission Neighborhood Health Center Shotwell Clinic 240 Shotwell Street, Floor 2, Conference Room San Francisco, CA 94116 |
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Jacqueline Gaytan, RD, Chronic Care Coordinator,1(415) 552-1013, ext. 2221 |
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| Hermanos de Luna y Sol (Brothers of the Moon and Sun) HIV Program | Disease Management | Mondays 6:00pm – 9:00pm Wednesdays 6:00pm – 9:00pm |
Latino Wellness Center 1663 Mission Street, Suite 603 San Francisco, CA 94013 |
Spanish | HIV risk-reduction intervention program for Spanish-speaking gay/bisexual men. | 1(415) 355-9058 | Details |
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| Cancer Buddy Program Support Group | Behavioral/Mental Health | Call for more information. | Community Health Resource Center 2101 Webster Street, Suite 100 San Francisco, CA 94115 |
English | The Cancer Buddy Program connects patients within the first year of a cancer diagnosis with trained volunteer cancer survivors. The Buddy Program is a forum for individuals to speak openly with someone who understands cancer from the inside. | To request a Buddy or to volunteer, call 1(415) 923-3155. | Details |
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| Stroke Survivor Support Group | Behavioral/Mental Health | First Thursday of each month from 12:00pm – 1:00pm | Community Health Resource Center 2100 Webster Street, Room 119 San Francisco, CA 94115 |
English | This group is designed to aid the recovery of stroke survivors at any stage by providing a safe and supportive atmosphere where individuals are able to share their experiences. | 1(415) 923-3155 cpmcchrc@sutterhealth.org |
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| Pregnant Families Workshops | Pregnancy | Call for more information. | Online on Zoom North East Medical Services |
Cantonese | Free | 1(628) 282-1591 nems.org/news/2023-activities-for-pregnant-families-and-babies/target |
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| Early Reading Programs for Babies 0-9 months | Pregnancy | Call for more information. | Online on Zoom North East Medical Services |
Cantonese | Free | 1(628) 282-1591 nems.org/news/2023-activities-for-pregnant-families-and-babies/target |
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| Early Reading Programs for Babies 9-18 months | Pregnancy | Call for more information. | Online on Zoom North East Medical Services |
Cantonese | Free | 1(628) 282-1591 nems.org/news/2023-activities-for-pregnant-families-and-babies/target |
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| Virtual Baby Play for Babies 0-18 months | Pregnancy | Call for more information. | Online on Zoom North East Medical Services |
Cantonese | Free | 1(628) 282-1591 nems.org/news/2023-activities-for-pregnant-families-and-babies/target |
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| Chinese Women Cancer Support Group | Disease Management | Call for more information. | Call for more information. | English,Cantonese,Mandarin | For Chinese-speaking women with cancer. Free. | 1(628) 217-6565 sf.gov/sign-community-health-education-class |
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| Chinese Cancer Survivors Peer Support Program (8 Weeks) | Disease Management | Call for more information. | Call for more information. | English,Cantonese,Mandarin | For Chinese-speaking women with cancer. Free. | 1(628) 217-6565 sf.gov/sign-community-health-education-class |
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| Stop Smoking Group Classes (3 Sessions) | Disease Management | Call for more information. | Call for more information. | English,Cantonese,Mandarin | For smokers and family members. Free. | 1(628) 217-6565 sf.gov/sign-community-health-education-class |
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| Chronic Disease Self-Help Course (7 Sessions) | Disease Management | Call for more information. | Call for more information. | English,Cantonese,Mandarin | Free. Healthier Living workshops for people living with chronic health conditions. | 1(628) 217-6565 sf.gov/sign-community-health-education-class |
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