Wellness Spaces

Multipurpose wellness spaces are located across Grounds to support students. The wellness spaces are designed to promote calm and focus and to accommodate meditation, quiet reflection, personal or group prayer, and overall wellbeing. The wellness spaces range from individual spaces to large group rooms to serve various needs.

The Willow space with cushions on the ground

Contemplative Commons, The Willow ( Studio 3A)

The drop-in meditation studio, Studio 3A, officially named “The Willow,” is a meditation and prayer space that serves as a sanctuary for people of all faiths, spiritualities, and those who seek quiet reflection. This space is open to everyone, regardless of background, belief, or tradition. It is walk-in only and cannot be reserved. View norms and instructions for The Willow.

  • Monday-Thursday, 8 a.m. to 7:30 p.m.
  • Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.
  • Saturday, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. 
Student in NINFEO

Contemplative Commons, NINFEO Immersive Art Installation

NINFEO is made up of 3,320 unique, laser-etched illuminated crystal blocks inspired by the water lilies of the Dell Pond and based on thousands of three-dimensional hand drawings. A 180-degree infrared camera is attached to a French antique buoy in the pond, tracking the movement of fish, flora, and currents in the Dell. This triggers a responsive light and sound system that infuses the installation. A thermal camera in the roof of the installation expresses human movement in the crystal blocks as warm, white light. The installation helps connect viewers with a theme that is reinforced throughout the Contemplative Commons: the essential interplay between humans and the natural world.

Open during Contemplative Commons open hours.

Interfaith Student Center empty

Newcomb Hall Interfaith Student Center

The Interfaith Student Center is located on the fourth floor of Newcomb Hall and can accommodate larger groups.

  • Comfortable Capacity: 50
  • Hours:
    • Monday - Saturday: 7 a.m. to midnight
    • Sunday: 8 a.m. to midnight

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2420 Old Ivy room 139

2420 Old Ivy Road

An off-Grounds option with seating and sinks.

  • Rooms: 139 and 246
  • Comfortable Capacity: 1-2
  • Hours: 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., Monday through Friday
Student Health and Wellness space

Student Health and Wellness

Student Health and Wellness offers a variety of wellness spaces including small private spaces and a calming wellness suite.

  • 182 (Wellness Suite)
    • Comfortable Capacity: 10
  • 183 (Reflection Room A)
    • Comfortable Capacity: 1-2
  • 184 (Reflection Room B)
    • Comfortable Capacity: 1-2
  • Hours:
    • 7:45 a.m. to 5 p.m. on weekdays (building is unlocked)
    • 5 p.m. to 2 a.m. on weekdays during the academic year (student swipe card access, front entrance)
    • 7:45 a.m. to 2 a.m. on weekends during the academic year (student swipe card access, front entrance)

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Interior of the Chapel

University Chapel

The Chapel is open to students whenever it is not reserved.

  • Comfortable Capacity: 250
  • Hours: 8 a.m. to 10 p.m.

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University Hospital Chapel

The Hospital Chapel is a 24/7 wellness resource.

  • Comfortable Capacity: 25
  • Hours: 24/7
1515 reflection room

1515 Reflection Room

Conveniently located on the Corner, the Reflection Room offers a comfortable space for a break.

  • Comfortable Capacity: 10
  • Hours: 9 a.m. to 10 p.m.

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Room to Breathe with comfortable pillows and shelving and low lighting

Women's Center Room to Breathe

This is a comfortable and calming space available for the UVA community to utilize whenever they need that moment of privacy, safety, and quiet. It has some tools to support relaxation, meditation, etc., and is available, first-come first-served, during the hours that our center is open.

Room to Breathe

Wellness Rooms Map

View a map of wellness spaces around Grounds.

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