Classes & Events
Browse and register for health-related classes, events and support groups offered by Gundersen Health System.
Childbirth & parenthood
Online Course Bundle: Labor and Birth and Essentials of Breastfeeding
Prepare for labor, birth and breastfeeding with this helpful course combo, developed and approved by Gundersen experts. Only one registration is needed.
Before Baby Connection
Monthly, two-hour group sessions offering education on six rotating topics
Learn about your changing body and overall health alongside other pregnant mothers for a collaborative group experience. Plus, enjoy a free 16-week YMCA membership and childcare. Register today.
Boot Camp for New Dads
Held the second Saturday of each month from 8 to 11 a.m. in La Crosse
This hands-on workshop is designed to help first-time dads feel more prepared and confident with their newborn. You'll learn from a trained coach and veteran dads with their babies.
New Mom Meet Up
Monthly gathering for moms with infants to preschool-age children to connect.
Join other new moms for connection, conversation and resource sharing every month. You don't have to be a patient of Gundersen to attend. One-time registration required.
Restore Your Core
'Restore Your Core' after birth in this class for individuals 6 weeks or more postpartum, led by Gundersen physical therapists.
Car Seat Check-Ups
Thu, May 7 2026
Thu, May 21 2026
Thu, Jun 4 2026
Thu, Jun 18 2026
Thu, Jun 25 2026
and more...
Learn how to keep your child safe in the car by having your car seat checked by a nationally certified Child Passenger Safety Technician (CPST).
Let’s Talk Puberty, Girls!
Wed, Apr 29 2026
Wed, Apr 29 2026
Tue, Jul 21 2026
Tue, Jul 21 2026
Tue, Oct 20 2026
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Girls, and their support person, are invited to join Gundersen pediatric nurse practitioners and nurse midwives to learn about puberty and changes in their bodies in a safe, supported environment.
Community events
Teen Car Control Clinic
Fall clinics: October 10 & October 11
The Teen Car Control Clinic hosted by Gundersen Health System teaches fundamentals of vehicle control during classroom sessions and behind the wheel exercises.
Stepping On - A Falls Prevention Program
The next series begins June 29
The Stepping On program is a 7-week program designed for people over 60 who are living at home and have experienced a fall or are concerned about falling.
Blue Jeans & Big Dreams Fundraiser
Fri, Jul 17 2026
Join Tri-County Memorial Foundation July 17 for an unforgettable evening and raise funds to fight colorectal cancer locally. Enjoy dinner, entertainment, raffles and more. Purchase tickets online now.
Walk to Remember
This event takes place each October which is Pregnancy and Infant Loss Awareness Month.
Walk to Remember is a way for parents, family members and others to honor and celebrate babies who have died and promote public awareness about perinatal death.
Advance Care Planning Workshop
Future workshop dates TBD
This advance care planning workshop, led by trained facilitators, will guide you through the process and assist in the completion of a Power of Attorney for Healthcare. Learn more.
Support groups
Bariatric Support Group
Ongoing event offered the second Monday of every month from 5:30-6:30 p.m.
Weight-loss surgery is a life-changing event. Stay connected with the bariatric team and fellow bariatric surgery patients who have gone through similar challenges and victories. Register today.
Greater La Crosse Area Stroke Club
Tue, Apr 21 2026
Tue, May 19 2026
Tue, Jun 16 2026
Tue, Jul 21 2026
Tue, Aug 18 2026
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The Greater La Crosse Area Stroke Club is open to stroke survivors, their families and caregivers. The group helps those with stroke-related issues lead more meaningful and productive lives.
Cancer Center Support Group
Meets 3rd Tuesday of the month (February - December)
This monthly support group gives adult cancer patients and their caregivers a safe, confidential place to share feelings and experiences with others whose lives are affected by cancer.
Brain Injury Support Group
Meetings in February, April, June, August, September, October and December
Gundersen Brain Injury Support Group is open to anyone affected by a brain injury, including caregivers, family and friends. Opportunities to share concerns, socialize, access resources and more.
Spinal Cord Injury Support Group
Gundersen Spinal Cord Injury Support Group is for people of all ages and abilities whose lives have been impacted by a spinal cord injury, including family members, caregivers and friends.
Aphasia Support Group
Held the last Saturday of each month on the Gundersen La Crosse Campus
The Aphasia Support Group provides a supportive space to learn ways to improve communication skills alongside others who may have challenges with speaking, understanding speech, reading and writing.
Grief Education and Support Group
Five sessions held in the spring and fall
The five-week Grief Education and Support Group will teach you about the grief process and provide an opportunity to talk with others who are grieving. There's no charge to attend.
Gundersen Palmer Lutheran Grief Support Group
Free eight-week support group offered in the spring and fall in West Union, Iowa
Free 8-week grief support group held at Gundersen Palmer Lutheran Hospital. Brings individuals together to share thoughts, experiences and feelings regarding their loss. Offered in spring and fall.
Moving Through Grief Together: Drop-in Support Group
Held the first and third Fridays of every month
This twice-monthly, drop-in support group will help those who have experienced the death of a family member or friend. It's open to the community at no charge.
Healthy living
Let's Talk Menopause
Tue, May 12 2026
Wed, May 13 2026
Tue, Aug 4 2026
Wed, Aug 5 2026
Wed, Nov 4 2026
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Join us for an interactive menopause education session designed to support midlife women (ages 40–60) through the menopausal transition.
Life After Bariatric Surgery: Learn from Those Who've Been There
Held on Thursdays: Jan. 8, March 12, May 14, July 9, Sept. 10 and Nov. 12
Come talk to people who have experienced the benefits of bariatric surgery directly and ask questions to those who have been there before.
Steady Strides Parkinson's Exercise Class
Ongoing classes held Mondays, Thursdays and Fridays
This ongoing group exercise program, led by certified Gundersen physical therapists, will help people with Parkinson’s Disease improve tasks and movement for daily living.
Mindful Movement: Multiple Sclerosis Exercise Class
Starting June 2 - Weekly classes held Tuesdays at the Health Living Center
Designed for individuals living with multiple sclerosis, this group exercise program focuses on movements, exercise and mindfulness to improve your ability to perform daily tasks and reduce fatigue.
Injury prevention
Advanced Trauma Life Support | Provider Course
Courses offered in 2026 & 2027
The Advanced Trauma Life Support® (ATLS®) program teaches medical providers a systematic, concise approach to the care of a trauma patient in a two-day course format.
Advanced Trauma Life Support | Renewal Course
Courses offered in 2026 & 2027
The Advanced Trauma Life Support® (ATLS®) Renewal Course offers healthcare providers the opportunity to maintain a current status. This is a one-day course format.
Basic Life Support Class
Learn how to safely and effectively respond to basic medical emergencies in your community.
Join our Basic Life Support (BLS) class to learn essential CPR and emergency skills. Gain confidence to respond in life-saving situations.
Safe@Home
Upcoming class dates to be announced
Safe@Home educates youth, ages 10 and up, on how to be prepared for staying home alone, including navigating emergencies and dealing with unexpected visitors.
Safe Sitter Babysitting Class
Mon, Jun 1 2026
Tue, Jun 2 2026
Safe Sitter is a four-hour babysitter training course designed for preteens and teens, ages 11–14.
Stepping On - A Falls Prevention Program
The next series begins June 29
The Stepping On program is a 7-week program designed for people over 60 who are living at home and have experienced a fall or are concerned about falling.
Stop the Bleed
Wed, May 13 2026
Tue, May 26 2026
Tue, Jul 7 2026
Wed, Sep 16 2026
Tue, Nov 17 2026
Would you be able to help someone losing blood in a bleeding emergency? With the proper training, you could be prepared to save their life. Register for this free one-hour