Free Brenner FIT® Classes

Update For Classes:
The safety of our patients and staff is our top priority. To help control the spread of novel Coronavirus (COVID-19), Wake Forest Baptist has canceled all Brenner FIT classes beginning March 12, 2020.

Join the experts from Brenner Children's Hospital for these FREE Brenner FIT^® classes.  Registration is required. Classes are held at Brenner FIT Kitchen in the  William G. White Jr. Family YMCA, 775 West End Boulevard, Winston-Salem. Daycare is available for classes held at the YMCA.  Please arrive 10 minutes prior to class for check-in. 

If classes are full, please call 336-713-2348 to find out more about upcoming classes!                                                                                                                           

Secrets to: Snacks and Beverages

4 – 5 pm / Wednesday, January 8

Join a Brenner FIT dietitian to hear more about how to choose low-sugar beverages and smart snacks.   Participants will have the opportunity to taste test a variety of low-sugar beverage and snack options. Registration required.

How to Cook: Breakfast

4 – 5 pm / Wednesday, February 19

Join a Brenner FIT dietitian for a cooking demonstration. You will learn how to prepare a variety of new breakfast options. A tasting will be provided. Registration required.

How to Cook: Vegetables

4 – 5 pm / Wednesday, March 25

Join a Brenner FIT dietitian for a cooking demonstration. You will learn how to prepare vegetables a variety of ways. A tasting will be provided.  Registration required.

Learn to Cook a Balanced Meal

6 – 7:15 pm / Tuesdays, January 7, 14, 21 (Garlicy Tomato Shrimp Pasta)

6 – 7:-15 pm / Tuesdays, February 4, 11, 18 (Minestrone Soup)

6 – 7:15 pm / Tuesdays, March 3, 10, 24 (BBQ Chicken Flatbread Pizza)

During these hands-on cooking classes, your family will prepare a quick meal and learn how it meets Brenner FIT recommendations. Each meal follows the Balanced Plate concept and will include a protein, grain, fruit and vegetable. Mature children are welcome with parental supervision.  Registration required.

Hula Hooping with Brenner FIT 

5:30 – 6:30 pm / Wednesday, January 22

Join the Brenner FIT team in decorating and making your own hula hoop. Test out your hoop and play some fun hooping games. Adults and kids welcome. Registration required. *This class is located at Amos Cottage