Strength & Community in a Dedicated Space

Queer Workout Club

Queer-Led Strength Training Program

Upcoming Sessions

Mondays – 8 PM

  • Sept 21, 28
  • Oct 5, (Skip Thanksgiving), 19, 26

Wednesdays – 8 PM

  • Sept 23, 30
  • Oct 7, 14, 21

Thursdays – 7 PM

  • Sept 17, 24
  • Oct 1, 8, 15

Details, Dues & Policies

This program runs as a 5-week package. Please ensure you can attend all the dates prior to booking.

  • Program fees: $165 + HST

 

Read all program policies here.

Get guidance on our booking platform and accessing your account here.

Registration opens: Sunday September 6 at 5PM.

Please note, registration time in our booking system below is currently a placeholder and will be updated at 5PM.

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About Queer Workout Club

Queer Workout Club (QWC) is a community-driven strength training program led by queer instructors, designed for anybody in the queer community looking for a supportive and inclusive space to lift.

Each 1-hour session includes:

  • A structured workout of the day, with a guided warm-up
  • Detailed exercise instruction, including barbell lifts
  • Modifications tailored to your comfort and ability

An Inclusive Program

This club is for everybody in the queer community—all genders, orientations, ages, ability levels, personal histories, and family structures are welcome.

If you self-identify as queer, you’re invited to join.

Smiling headshot of instructor Andi McQueen.
Andi McQueen (They/Them)​

Meet Your Coach

Andi is a queer personal trainer with a passion for making every body feel both cared for & confident. They are fiercely protective of anyone who’s ever been told they don’t belong in the fitness world. (You do.) They will encourage you to be kind to yourself, and will hold space for you so you can come as you are and have a great workout.

A comedian by night, Andi loves to keep a sense of play when training. They have a background in weightlifting, calisthenics, mobility work, & running & adaptive programming for pain, pre & post natal, senior populations, mental health barriers & neurodivergence.

Andi is a CanFitPro-certified Personal Trainer & Pn1 Nutrition Coach.

Program Policies

Cancellation Policy

Applying prior to the start of the first session:

  • Cancel up to 7 days prior to the start of the course for a full refund.
  • Cancelling within 7 days will be refunded less a $20 + HST processing fee.

Given the high-interest in the QWC program, this policy ensures spots are available for those who can commit to the full program.

Rescheduled Session Policy

We allow one rescheduled session per term. This must be arranged in advance with the instructor directly and used within the same term period. Make-up days cannot be rolled over to future terms.

Pre-Requisite Lifting Experience

Some weightlifting experience is required.

No experience? Start with our Queer Lifting Fundamentals course, designed to help you build confidence and get familiar with strength training.

Registration & Account Set-Up

Registering in Walla

Registering for QWC is managed by our booking software, Walla. It’s accessible via desktop or mobile browser.

When you register, you will be asked to complete a waiver, provide an emergency contact, and share basic contact information so we can communicate as needed over the course of the program.

To save some time, we recommend having your account in Walla set-up in advance of the registration date/time. You can do that at the link below.

Previous Xplor Accounts

In March 2026 we migrated to Walla from Xplor.

If you previously had an account with us in Xplor, we have migrated your basic account information to Walla.

To access your new Walla account, from the link below you’ll access the log-in page, select ‘forgot your password’ using the same email address as before. From there, follow the prompts to reset/create a password.

Please note, no payment/card details have been migrated to our new system. You will need to add a card to your file to book.

About the Space

Exterior photo of Recess Fit Club gym with a colourful sign and display
  • Recess Fit Club is located on Bloor Street between Bathurst and Christie subway stations.
  • The facility has gender-neutral individual bathrooms/changerooms and lockers.
  • HEPA Air Purifiers & mask-friendly space.
  • QWC has exclusive use of the whole gym during each session.

FAQ

This club is ideal for those with some weightlifting experience.

No experience? We invite you to check out the Queer Lifting Fundamentals course which is the perfect starting point to get familiar with strength training.

Nope! As long as you have some familiarity with strength training you're welcome to join in.

A maximum of 10 participants.

You can purchase a 3-class credit pack for $96 +HST. Credits can be used for any available session.

You can book through our app or online via mobile browser or desktop from this webpage. Simply select a session, reserve your spot, and apply your credits.

Mobile app for Android or iOS is available.

Cancel your reservation at least 6 hours before class to get your credit back. Late cancellations or no-shows will result in the credit being forfeited.

Yes! If a session is full, you can join the waitlist. If a spot opens up, you'll be notified automatically.

Everyone on the waitlist will be notified, and booking will be first-come, first-served.

Group class doing bench press

How it Works

Queer Work Out Club is currently run as a drop-in program, with sessions offered throughout the week.

  • Mondays 8 PM
  • Wednesdays 8PM
  • Thursdays 7PM

Be sure to read the FAQ for all program policies. 

Purchase & Book

  • Credit Packs With No Expiry: Offered in a package of 3 credits ($96 +HST), redeemed when you reserve a spot for any sessions —no need to stick to the same day of the week. 

  • Booking: via the app or on mobile browser/desktop.

  • Waitlist: Spots fill up fast! Add yourself to the waitlist and be notified when a spot opens.

Flexible Cancellation

  • Cancellations: Cancel your reservation at least 6 hours before the session begins to get your credit back. This way, you only use credits for sessions you actually attend.

Changes are coming in February 2025!

Recess Fit Club is migrating to a new booking software at the end of January.

Starting February 1 (after we port everyone over) we’ll open up registration on the new software including updating this page with registration links and session calendar.