Support the People Who Support us Every Day.
Wellness built for high-stress, high-stakes work
First responders operate in environments that demand constant readiness physically, mentally, and emotionally. Chronic stress, cumulative trauma, and physical strain are part of the job, but burnout and injury don’t have to be.
Studio 9 to 5 partners with police departments, fire stations, EMS teams, and healthcare settings to deliver evidence-informed wellness programming that supports resilience, recovery, and long-term performance.
From the field, to supporting those who are in it.
This program is led by instructors who have lived the realities of high-stress, high-stakes work.
One of our instructors spent his full career serving within a Police Department. He understands the physical strain, cumulative stress, and operational demands first responders face because he lived them every day.
This isn’t generic wellness. It’s practical, evidence-informed support designed to fit the culture, schedule, and realities of first responder work.
Watch the video to hear a perspective from the field…
What effective first responder wellness looks like today
The most resilient departments recognize that wellness isn’t a perk… it’s part of operational readiness. Leading organizations:
Proactively address stress and cumulative trauma
Reduce injury risk through structured movement and recovery
Implement credible programs teams trust and actually use
Wellness programs work best when they are customized to Support the culture, realities, and demands of the job.
We understand that first responders are often skeptical of traditional wellness programs. That’s why our approach is:
Trauma-aware and evidence-informed
Practical, not performative
Respectful of privacy and culture
Flexible for rotating shifts and unpredictable schedules
We work alongside leadership, wellness teams, and peer support leads to ensure programs feel credible, relevant, and accessible.
Our programs are practical, flexible, and grounded in real-world application designed to adapt to unpredictable schedules, high-stress environments, and the unique needs of each team.
Below are examples of wellness solutions we’ve implemented for first responder organizations, all of which are fully customizable based on culture, capacity, and available resources.
Customized Wellness services designed for first responders
Contracted movement-based classes
Movement programming focused on injury prevention, recovery, and functional strength.
Classes may include mobility, strength, flexibility, breath-supported movement, and guided recovery sessions adapted for turnout gear, shift work, and physical demands.
Designed to support:
Reduced injury risk
Improved mobility and resilience
Physical readiness and recovery
Sessions can be delivered onsite or virtually, and scheduled around shifts.
Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction
Evidence-informed stress regulation and nervous system support tailored to high-stress professions.
These sessions focus on practical tools for managing stress responses, improving focus, and supporting emotional regulation.
Designed to support:
Stress management and mental resilience
Improved focus and decision-making
Long-term wellbeing and sustainability
Health coaching & Movement Assessments
Individual and group-based support that meets team members where they are.
Health coaching and movement assessments are practical, confidential, and actionable focused on energy, recovery, and sustainable habits that fit demanding schedules.
Designed to support:
Energy and performance
Recovery and sleep
Long-term health outcomes
Simple, flexible, and built for real-world conditions
Get up and running in 30 days:
Step 1: Book a discovery call
We learn about your department, team structure, schedules, and priorities.
Step 2: Design a tailored approach
Programs are customized based on capacity, funding pathways, and cultural considerations.
Step 3: Activate your space
Within 30 days, we deliver programming with experienced instructors while minimizing operational lift and liability.
A trusted partner…not a one-size-fits-all solution
Studio 9 to 5 works as an extension of your team, not a drop-in vendor. Our instructors are trained to work in high-stress environments and understand the realities first responders face.
We help departments access existing wellness funding, pilot programs thoughtfully, and build sustainable support systems over time.
Ready to explore a custom wellness approach that fits your team?
Support resilience, reduce injury risk, and strengthen long-term readiness starting with a conversation.
