Recess Club Announces Additional Wellness Experiences at Parks and Trails Throughout Michigan
Photo courtesy of Melissa Coulier
Wellness Community Invites Women to Disconnect from Screens and Reconnect with Nature.
Detroit, MI — Recess Club, a Michigan-based women’s outdoor wellness community, has just added some additional outdoor experiences at trails and parks to take place through the end of 2026. Many of the recently added experiences are free and they are all designed to bring women together for outdoor gatherings that support both physical and mental well-being.
Launched by wellness leader and movement specialist Melissa Coulier in 2025,
Recess Club is a women’s outdoor wellness community designed to help women step away from screens, reconnect with nature, and restore balance through movement, breathwork, and meaningful connection. Founded on the belief that “we never grow out of the need for a reset—we just stop giving ourselves permission to take one,” The Recess Club is a community built around one powerful idea: adults need recess, too, especially women.
Coulier, a certified Function First Pain-Free Movement Specialist and wellness educator, founded Recess Club to address the growing stress many women experience from constantly juggling careers, caregiving, and digital overload. Designed for wellness-curious women and anyone seeking authentic connection to surround yourself with like-minded and supportive individuals.
The Recess Club is free to join and offers a variety of weekly inspirational emails,
free meetups in nature, and opportunities to participate in experiences for expanded adventures that may have fees which will range in scale based on the overall event experience. A full list of Recess Club experiences is available at www.recess-club.com, with additional walks, experiences and elevated adventures being added to provide different opportunities each month.
Each Recess Club gathering is intentionally designed to for women to feel restorative rather than intense. Experiences may include guided nature walks, breathwork under the trees, moments of quiet reflection, and community connection through thoughtfully curated outdoor picnics. The goal is simple, to create a welcoming space where women can slow down, move their bodies in nature, and leave feeling stronger, clearer, and more grounded.
Recess Club welcomes women of all fitness levels who are looking for healthier ways to manage stress, build community, and reconnect with the outdoors. Each gathering is guided by a certified wellness expert and is thoughtfully designed with a specific activity level in mind, which will be clearly noted in the experience description. This allows women to explore the adventures that best align with their individual levels, abilities, and comfort zones, while knowing what to expect before they arrive. The goal is for every woman to feel welcome, confident, and empowered to find her own version of adventure with Recess Club.
Some upcoming Recess Club Events/Experiences include:
Note: Walk ups are not permitted for any events/experiences. Space is limited, and each event/experience requires advance online registration at www.Recess-Club.com. Confirmations will be emailed following registration with complete details, and confirmation is required to participate.
Wednesday, November 11th – Recess Club Hike, Fire & Unwind
Location: Stoney Creek Metropark; Shelby Township
Time: 4:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m.
We’re heading into the woods for an easygoing evening 3-mile hike, followed by a cozy fireside hangout as the sun goes down. We’ll spend the first hour moving our bodies, breathing in that crisp November air, and enjoying the last bit of daylight. Then we’ll gather around the fire for a fireside chat. Bring your own dinner, camp chair and something warm to bundle up in, and enjoy some good conversation together.
Adventure Level: 2 (moderate)
Cost: $35*
*Includes: Campsite, firewood, and Recess Club logistics.
Additional – Metropark pass or day pass required.
Saturday, November 14th – Swing Into Recess
Location: TreeRunner West Bloomfield
Time: 10:30 a.m. – 1:30 p.m.
Join us for a morning of adventure in the treetops at TreeRunner West Bloomfield. Think suspended bridges, climbing obstacles, ziplines, and plenty of opportunities to laugh at yourself along the way.
Adventure Level: 4 (adventurous and heights)
Cost: $87*
*Includes 2-hour course, gloves, equipment rentals and lunch.
Saturday, November 21st – Recess Club Belle Isle
Location: Belle Isle, Detroit
Time: 9:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m.
Join us for a morning loop walking 5.5 miles around one of Detroit’s most beautiful outdoor spaces. We’ll take in the river views, move our bodies, enjoy some good conversation, and maybe even make a new friend or two.
Adventure Level: 3 (due to length and pace)
Cost: FREE – Must register in advance online to secure a spot.
Saturday, December 5th – Recess Club: Chamberlain Lake Trail
Location: Bald Mountain Recreation
Time: 9:00 a.m. – 10:30 a.m.
We’re heading into the woods for a 3.5 mile winter hike, where we’ll trade the holiday hustle for fresh air, movement, and connection. Maybe we’ll find a little frost on the trees, maybe a bit of snow under our feet. Either way, there’s something wonderful about getting outside this time of year.
Adventure Level: 2 (moderate)
Cost: FREE – Must register in advance online to secure a spot.
Saturday, December 12h – Recess Club: Wolcott Mill Metropark
Location: Wolcott Mill Metropark; Ray Township
Time: TBD
Enjoy a guided 3.5-mile hike through Wolcott Mill Metropark with its historic charm, open landscapes and quiet natural surroundings.
Adventure Level: 2 (moderate)
Cost: FREE – Must register in advance online to secure a spot.
Additional – Metropark pass or day pass required.
Thursday, December 17th – Let’s Climb! DYNO Detroit
Location: DYNO Detroit Climbing Club; Eastern Market, Detroit
Time: 4:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m.
Join us for afternoon of climbing, connection and some adventure. Whether it’s your first time on a climbing wall or you’ve climbed before, this experience is all about trying something new, building confidence and having fun. There will be an introduction to climbing and you can climb at your own pace. After the climb, everyone will gather for dinner together on-site at DYNO Detroit Climb.
Adventure Level: 3-4 (Adventurous level. No climbing experience needed)
Cost: $87*
*Includes indoor climbing experience, shoes and harness rental and dinner
Recess Club will announce more events and experiences for early 2027 soon.
To become a free member of The Recess Club, learn about upcoming events, or register to participate in any events or experiences, please visit www.Recess-Club.com
About Melissa Coulier:
Melissa Coulier is a certified Function First Pain-Free Movement Specialist, wellness educator, and founder of Recess Club, a Michigan-based women’s wellness community rooted in nature through movement and outdoor experiences that support both physical and mental well-being
She is the Chief Brand and Wellness Officer at AwearMarket, an online superstore dedicated to healthy living featuring a growing selection of non-toxic brands and sustainable products.
At AwearMarket, she helps shape wellness standards, education, brand voice, and community initiatives. Through Recess Club and her movement work, she creates approachable experiences rooted in movement, breathwork, nature, and play. Together, her work and mission, is to empower and help people reconnect with their bodies, spend more time in nature, reduce stress, and create a more grounded, sustainable approach to well-being. Learn more at www.melissacoulier.com.
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