Strength & Community in a Dedicated Space

Queer Workout Club

About Queer Workout Club

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

Multi-Week Program

The Club runs as a 5-week program, each week offering a 1-hour session.

(Please note, not all programs run as 5-concurrent weeks. Any skip weeks will be noted on the schedule.)

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

Program Fees

As part of our annual price adjustments, program price will increase from $165 +HST to $170 +HST for enrolments beginning after the Sept/Oct round.

Program Policies

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.

Minimum Age Requirements

Participants must be 16 years old or older.

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.

Make-Up 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 do not roll-over to subsequent terms.

Did you know?

QWC has exclusive use of the gym each session.

About the Gym

Facility Amenities

  • Gender-neutral individual bathrooms/changerooms and lockers
  • HEPA air purifiers & mask-friendly space

Location

  • Recess Fit Club is located on Bloor Street between Bathurst and Christie subway stations.

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.

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

Registration

When does registration open?

Typically, registration opens up 1-2 weeks prior to the end of the current session period.

New dates are announced on Instragram, as well as emailed out to everyone enrolled on our mailing list. You can join the mailing list here.

Specific registration dates will also be posted to this page once announced.

Recommendations for enrolling early

Given the high levels of interest in the program and limited availability of spaces, we recommend that you be ready to register as soon as enrolment opens.

Once the spots are full, request to be added to a waitlist can be made by emailing us.

Booking System Guidance

Get guidance on our booking platform (Walla) and information on accessing your account here.

Upcoming Session Dates

Monday 8 PM Program

  • Nov 2, 9, (SKIP 16), 23, 30
  • Dec 7

Wednesday 8 PM Program

  • Oct 28
  • Nov 4, (SKIP 11), 18, 25
  • Dec 2

Thursday 7PM Program

  • Oct 29
  • Nov 5, (SKIP 12), 19, 26
  • Dec 3

Registration opens: Sunday Oct 18 at 5PM.

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

Stay in the loop!

Join the Mailing List

Subscribe to our mailing list to be notified when new program & registration dates are released.

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.

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.