Wellness 

Locker #1 on the 6th floor of Pratt Manhattan Center is the Meditation Locker. What is the Meditation Locker you ask? It is a locker with objects inside that are meant to support meditation at PMC, such as a meditation cushion, yoga mat, books on meditation and more. Note that you can use any classroom on the 6th floor for study, relaxation or meditation when it is not booked. Each classroom has its regular course schedule posted to the door. You can also book spaces at Pratt Manhattan Center for meditation.

We have a Light Therapy device available in Pratt Manhattan Center room 608b.  During the winter months, some people experience a darkening of mood which can be related to the lack of exposure to sunlight. To use, you turn the light on for 20 minutes and don’t stare at it, but have it on in your peripheral vision while you do other things like read or use a computer. Feel free to use the light and classroom anytime it is unoccupied, or self-book the room. You can also speak with a psychologist about seasonal affective disorder; reach out to therapy@pratt.edu.

We have a Massage Chair in Pratt Manhattan Center room 608b. To use the chair, we recommend you self-book room 608b for 30 minutes. If you have concerns about your health and fitness with relation to the use of an automatic massage chair, you are encouraged to consult the assistance of a medical professional.

Three Biophilic designs were installed in  the InfoLounge (6th floor lobby of Pratt Manhattan Center) which are made of preserved moss, bringing nature into the space without the maintenance, plumbing or light needs of a living wall or garden. The goal of this installation is to bring the calming effects of nature into this hub of the school.

We have installed items in Pratt Manhattan Center room 608b for modifying your sensory experience, including: fidget strips and stones, noise cancelling ear muffs, lava lamp, thinking putty and textured pillows.

We have a trampoline in Pratt Manhattan Center room 608b. Trampoline can be a great way to get a quick bit of exercise and let out some excess energy, and it can be useful to those with ADHD. You can book the room via OnePratt.