Quick Escape
YWCA Hamilton Schedules
Find a class, event, program or workshop!
To learn more about the programs, services and events offered across our department areas check out our schedule below.
1. Choose the Department by the colour blocks.
2. Use our filter bar below to narrow down your search. You may filter by Department, Programs, Date/Time.
3. Still can’t find your program or event? Try using our search bar below.
Note: Our schedule is a work in progress. Check back soon as we continue to add programming across all department areas.
Calendar of YWCA Hamilton Schedules
S Sun
M Mon
T Tue
W Wed
T Thu
F Fri
S Sat
0 events,
12 events,
8:00 am - Morning Meditation Series- Zoom- For all Genders (3wks)
8:00 am - Morning Meditation Series- Zoom- For all Genders (3wks)
Join us for a Mediation Series will run the first 3 weeks of each month followed by one week off. […]
8:30 am - Walking Group- Gage Park (Ottawa St)-FREE
8:30 am - Walking Group- Gage Park (Ottawa St)-FREE
Take a walk in around the beautiful Gage park area. Walking group will be lead by a YWCA Staff person. […]
9:30 am - Chair Yoga- Ottawa St
9:30 am - Chair Yoga- Ottawa St
Join our in person chair yoga class at our Putman's Ottawa St location.
9:30 am - Vertical Pilates- For Women Identified only
9:30 am - Vertical Pilates- For Women Identified only
Pilates movements taken to a standing position to help with posture, balance, spinal length and core stability. Some mat work […]
10:30 am - Good News & Hangman
10:30 am - Good News & Hangman
A program to promote a positive start to the week reading off the good news of the week.
11:00 am - Oil Painting- Ottawa St
11:00 am - Oil Painting- Ottawa St
Learn how to do some easy painting in person at our Ottawa St location
11:30 am - Chair Yoga- For All Genders
11:30 am - Chair Yoga- For All Genders
A mixed practice of postures and breath work while working on your flexibility and balance. Positions are guided with standing […]
12:30 pm - H.I.I.T.- zoom- For Women Identified only
12:30 pm - H.I.I.T.- zoom- For Women Identified only
Powerful moves that challenge your heart, increase your strength and endurance. Work at your own level. Standing, mat, chair.
1:00 pm - Zumba Gold- Ottawa St
1:00 pm - Zumba Gold- Ottawa St
Zumba Gold is back at Ottawa St. Come join us for in person classes with Pam
1:30 pm - Y Social
1:30 pm - Y Social
The Y Social is a get together for everyone via Zoom to catch up and hangout. Many of our socials […]
2:30 pm - Resume Writing ( Newcomer Employment Services )
2:30 pm - Resume Writing ( Newcomer Employment Services )
Resume Writing Workshop is designated to assist our clients to write the most effective resumes that reflect their accomplishments, skills, […]
12 events,
8:30 am - Morning Meditation Series- Zoom- For all Genders (3wks)
8:30 am - Morning Meditation Series- Zoom- For all Genders (3wks)
Join us for a Mediation Series will run the first 3 weeks of each month followed by one week off. […]
9:30 am - Cardio + Muscles- Zoom- For All Genders
9:30 am - Cardio + Muscles- Zoom- For All Genders
A mix of fun cardio and muscle strengthening. Light to heavy weights can be used.
10:00 am - Mind Busters- Ottawa St
10:00 am - Mind Busters- Ottawa St
Challenge your mind with some brain activities. Join us in person at Ottawa St. $34/ 10 week session
10:30 am - Chair Pilates- Zoom- For All Genders
10:30 am - Chair Pilates- Zoom- For All Genders
Decrease joint pain and improve your posture, core awareness, spinal health and joint mobility through Pilates exercises done with the […]
11:30 am - Yoga-Fall- For All Genders
11:30 am - Yoga-Fall- For All Genders
A mixed practice of postures and breath work while working on your flexibility. Positions are guided with standing and mats […]
11:30 am - Bones 1- Ottawa St.
11:30 am - Bones 1- Ottawa St.
This class is a focus on movements design with spinal safety and bones loss prevention movements. Join us in person […]
12:30 pm - Pilates (Mat)- For All Genders
12:30 pm - Pilates (Mat)- For All Genders
Create movement within the body that feels good with lengthening, posture and core-based exercises done from the mat. Standing & […]
1:30 pm - TAI CHI- For all genders
1:30 pm - TAI CHI- For all genders
Yang Long Style : Compatible with Taoist philosophy - basic movements designed to enhance balance, coordination, range of motion. (This […]
1:30 pm - Virtual Tai Chi- In Person at Ottawa St.
1:30 pm - Virtual Tai Chi- In Person at Ottawa St.
Join us in person to participate in our virtual Tai Chi class. If you don't have room to exercise at […]
2:30 pm - Cover Letter Writing ( Newcomer Employment Services )
2:30 pm - Cover Letter Writing ( Newcomer Employment Services )
Cover Letter Writing is designated to assist newcomers to Canada in personalizing their job applications and emphasizing their most relevant […]
15 events,
8:30 am - Morning Meditation Series- Zoom- For all Genders (3wks)
8:30 am - Morning Meditation Series- Zoom- For all Genders (3wks)
Join us for a Mediation Series will run the first 3 weeks of each month followed by one week off. […]
9:30 am - Pilates Beyond Breast Cancer- Women Only- Pre-registered class
9:30 am - Pilates Beyond Breast Cancer- Women Only- Pre-registered class
You must pre-register to participate in this weekly class. To pre-register contact Annemarie Collingwood at acollingwood@ywcahamilton.org Duration: 30 minutes intensity: […]
9:30 am - Yoga-Fall- For All Genders
9:30 am - Yoga-Fall- For All Genders
A mixed practice of postures and breath work while working on your flexibility. Positions are guided with standing and mats […]
9:30 am - Oil Painting- Ottawa St
9:30 am - Oil Painting- Ottawa St
Learn how to do some easy painting in person at our Ottawa St location
10:30 am - Dance & Tone-Zoom- For All Genders
10:30 am - Dance & Tone-Zoom- For All Genders
Starting with fun dance cardio followed by muscle strengthening to choreographed patterns. Light weights can be used.
11:00 am - Heart Beat- Ottawa St
11:00 am - Heart Beat- Ottawa St
Join us at Ottawa St for a class that has a focus on heart health and movement. Basic cardio and […]
11:00 am - Chair Yoga- Ottawa St
11:00 am - Chair Yoga- Ottawa St
Join our in person chair yoga class at our Putman's Ottawa St location.
12:30 pm - Stretch and Strengthen- Zoom- For All Genders
12:30 pm - Stretch and Strengthen- Zoom- For All Genders
Keep mobile and improve your strength and endurance with muscle strengthening exercises done standing & with the chair. Stretches will […]
1:00 pm - Vertical/ Mat Pilates- Ottawa St
1:00 pm - Vertical/ Mat Pilates- Ottawa St
This class will be a vertical to mat option Pilates class in the new Ottawa St centre. You are encouraged […]
1:30 pm - Social Chat- Zoom- For All Genders
1:30 pm - Social Chat- Zoom- For All Genders
Open to everyone to come out and chat. Check in with us and meet some new friends. Get updates and […]
1:30 pm - Y Social
1:30 pm - Y Social
The Y Social is a get together for everyone via Zoom to catch up and hangout. Many of our socials […]
2:30 pm - Accessibility for Ontarians with Disability Act (AODA) (Newcomer Employment Services )
2:30 pm - Accessibility for Ontarians with Disability Act (AODA) (Newcomer Employment Services )
This training will provide you with the basic knowledge about accessibility, and how it influences people with disabilities. We often […]
5:00 pm - Garden Fund: Outdoors ( 2SLGBTQIA+ Newcomer Support Services)
5:00 pm - Garden Fund: Outdoors ( 2SLGBTQIA+ Newcomer Support Services)
Join us at Compass Community Health's Garden. We will be painting and planting seeds for our new garden space at […]
6:30 pm - Walk & Stretch at the Park- William Connell Park-W5th
6:30 pm - Walk & Stretch at the Park- William Connell Park-W5th
Come out and enjoy the great outdoors and lovely William Connell Park on West 5th. Free to join with a […]
11 events,
8:30 am - Morning Meditation Series- Zoom- For all Genders (3wks)
8:30 am - Morning Meditation Series- Zoom- For all Genders (3wks)
Join us for a Mediation Series will run the first 3 weeks of each month followed by one week off. […]
9:00 am - Nordic Pole Walking Group- Gage Park (Ottawa St)- FREE
9:00 am - Nordic Pole Walking Group- Gage Park (Ottawa St)- FREE
Bring your poles for a nordic pole walk in the lovely Gage park area. If you do not have poles […]
9:30 am - Dance Cardio-Zoom- Women Identified only
9:30 am - Dance Cardio-Zoom- Women Identified only
Your heart will enjoy this fun cardio workout done with simple dance routines and many smiles.
10:30 am - Mind Busters- Zoom-For All Genders
10:30 am - Mind Busters- Zoom-For All Genders
Never leave your seat while engaging your mind with a series of activities to challenge your way of thinking and […]
10:30 am - Paper Plate & Foam Watermelon
10:30 am - Paper Plate & Foam Watermelon
Cut your paper plate in half , Straight up the center to make two equal paper plate pieces, Used one […]
11:30 am - Bones 2- Ottawa St
11:30 am - Bones 2- Ottawa St
A step up from Bones 1- vertical and mat work will be encouraged in this class. $34/ 10 week session
11:30 am - Chair Yoga- For All Genders
11:30 am - Chair Yoga- For All Genders
A mixed practice of postures and breath work while working on your flexibility and balance. Positions are guided with standing […]
1:30 pm - Mindfulness Moment
1:30 pm - Mindfulness Moment
Means paying attention in a particular way; n purpose, in the present moment, and NONJUDGEMENTALLY.
2:15 pm - Balance, Posture & Mobility at the Park- Durand Park
2:15 pm - Balance, Posture & Mobility at the Park- Durand Park
This is an outdoor class being offered at Durand Park. This class is a FREE class to those registered for […]
2:30 pm - Money Safety ( Newcomer Employment Services )
2:30 pm - Money Safety ( Newcomer Employment Services )
This workshop is designed to help you take better care of yourself by taking better care of your money. In […]
12 events,
8:30 am - Morning Meditation Series- Zoom- For all Genders (3wks)
8:30 am - Morning Meditation Series- Zoom- For all Genders (3wks)
Join us for a Mediation Series will run the first 3 weeks of each month followed by one week off. […]
9:30 am - Aerobics & Mat- For Women Identified Only
9:30 am - Aerobics & Mat- For Women Identified Only
Get your heart rate up with some aerobic activity and then challenge your muscles with some mat exercises.
10:00 am - Tablet Course- Ottawa St
10:00 am - Tablet Course- Ottawa St
Come to Ottawa St and learn more about how to use a Tablet. $34/ 10 week session
10:30 am - Bones Plus & Balance- For All Genders
10:30 am - Bones Plus & Balance- For All Genders
A variety of exercises that focus on strengthening the bones and muscles with a focus on safe positions for the […]
10:30 am - Mother’s Day Activity
10:30 am - Mother’s Day Activity
Participants will have two sheets. Participants will have the chance to talk all about their moms. The second sheet will […]
11:30 am - Barre-Zoom- For Women Identified Only
11:30 am - Barre-Zoom- For Women Identified Only
Standing positions designed to help your posture and endurance. Ballet inspired moves. You do not need dance experience. Please have […]
11:30 am - Line Dancing- Ottawa St
11:30 am - Line Dancing- Ottawa St
Come line dance with us in person at Ottawa St. $34/ 10 week session
12:30 pm - Mix It Up-Zoom- For Women Identified Only
12:30 pm - Mix It Up-Zoom- For Women Identified Only
A varied class with an element of surprise! Standing, Mat, Chair positions could be used. Cardio, muscle, intervals, balance, core, […]
1:30 pm - Y Social
1:30 pm - Y Social
The Y Social is a get together for everyone via Zoom to catch up and hangout. Many of our socials […]
1:30 pm - Game Show Fun! The Feud- Zoom- For All Genders
1:30 pm - Game Show Fun! The Feud- Zoom- For All Genders
New!!! A fun way to engage with others socially while playing our version of The Family Feud Game show. Join […]
2:00 pm - Casual Conversation Group (Newcomer Workshops, Networking and Mother’s Support )
2:00 pm - Casual Conversation Group (Newcomer Workshops, Networking and Mother’s Support )
Clients and staff come together for a casual conversation about our week. Whether it be further assistance, a recap of […]
2:30 pm - Mock Interview ( Newcomer Employment Services )
2:30 pm - Mock Interview ( Newcomer Employment Services )
As the saying goes “practice makes perfect”. A mock interview mirrors an actual job interview. In this interactive workshop, you […]
1 event,
9:30 am - Saturday Surprise class- For Women Identified Only
9:30 am - Saturday Surprise class- For Women Identified Only
A weekly surprise of instructor and class style. We will share the surprise instructor & Class style in the weekly […]
0 events,
13 events,
8:00 am - Morning Meditation Series- Zoom- For all Genders (3wks)
8:00 am - Morning Meditation Series- Zoom- For all Genders (3wks)
Join us for a Mediation Series will run the first 3 weeks of each month followed by one week off. […]
8:30 am - Walking Group- Gage Park (Ottawa St)-FREE
8:30 am - Walking Group- Gage Park (Ottawa St)-FREE
Take a walk in around the beautiful Gage park area. Walking group will be lead by a YWCA Staff person. […]
9:30 am - Chair Yoga- Ottawa St
9:30 am - Chair Yoga- Ottawa St
Join our in person chair yoga class at our Putman's Ottawa St location.
9:30 am - Vertical Pilates- For Women Identified only
9:30 am - Vertical Pilates- For Women Identified only
Pilates movements taken to a standing position to help with posture, balance, spinal length and core stability. Some mat work […]
10:30 am - Good News & Hangman
10:30 am - Good News & Hangman
A program to promote a positive start to the week reading off the good news of the week.
11:00 am - Oil Painting- Ottawa St
11:00 am - Oil Painting- Ottawa St
Learn how to do some easy painting in person at our Ottawa St location
11:30 am - Chair Yoga- For All Genders
11:30 am - Chair Yoga- For All Genders
A mixed practice of postures and breath work while working on your flexibility and balance. Positions are guided with standing […]
12:30 pm - H.I.I.T.- zoom- For Women Identified only
12:30 pm - H.I.I.T.- zoom- For Women Identified only
Powerful moves that challenge your heart, increase your strength and endurance. Work at your own level. Standing, mat, chair.
1:00 pm - Zumba Gold- Ottawa St
1:00 pm - Zumba Gold- Ottawa St
Zumba Gold is back at Ottawa St. Come join us for in person classes with Pam
1:30 pm - Y Social
1:30 pm - Y Social
The Y Social is a get together for everyone via Zoom to catch up and hangout. Many of our socials […]
2:00 pm - Indigenous Connections Information Session (Newcomer Workshops, Networking and Mother’s Support )
2:00 pm - Indigenous Connections Information Session (Newcomer Workshops, Networking and Mother’s Support )
Curious to learn more about Canada’s Indigenous people through our new Indigenous-Newcomer Connections program? We are seeking to bridge the […]
2:30 pm - Virtual Interview Skills ( Newcomer Employment Services )
2:30 pm - Virtual Interview Skills ( Newcomer Employment Services )
Join our information session and learn tips on the following: • Interview preparation and readiness • How to navigate virtual […]
13 events,
8:30 am - Morning Meditation Series- Zoom- For all Genders (3wks)
8:30 am - Morning Meditation Series- Zoom- For all Genders (3wks)
Join us for a Mediation Series will run the first 3 weeks of each month followed by one week off. […]
9:30 am - Cardio + Muscles- Zoom- For All Genders
9:30 am - Cardio + Muscles- Zoom- For All Genders
A mix of fun cardio and muscle strengthening. Light to heavy weights can be used.
9:30 am - POS In Person Training ( Newcomer Employment Services )
9:30 am - POS In Person Training ( Newcomer Employment Services )
Digital Cash Training Location: 75 MacNab Street South Hamilton, ON Learn More Register Online For more information […]
10:00 am - Mind Busters- Ottawa St
10:00 am - Mind Busters- Ottawa St
Challenge your mind with some brain activities. Join us in person at Ottawa St. $34/ 10 week session
10:30 am - Chair Pilates- Zoom- For All Genders
10:30 am - Chair Pilates- Zoom- For All Genders
Decrease joint pain and improve your posture, core awareness, spinal health and joint mobility through Pilates exercises done with the […]
11:30 am - Bones 1- Ottawa St.
11:30 am - Bones 1- Ottawa St.
This class is a focus on movements design with spinal safety and bones loss prevention movements. Join us in person […]
11:30 am - Yoga-Fall- For All Genders
11:30 am - Yoga-Fall- For All Genders
A mixed practice of postures and breath work while working on your flexibility. Positions are guided with standing and mats […]
12:00 pm - Outings ( Newcomer Workshops, Networking and Mother’s Support )
12:00 pm - Outings ( Newcomer Workshops, Networking and Mother’s Support )
Gage Park Meet-Up Location: Gage Park Learn More Register Online For more information or to register, please contact: […]
12:30 pm - Pilates (Mat)- For All Genders
12:30 pm - Pilates (Mat)- For All Genders
Create movement within the body that feels good with lengthening, posture and core-based exercises done from the mat. Standing & […]
1:30 pm - Virtual Tai Chi- In Person at Ottawa St.
1:30 pm - Virtual Tai Chi- In Person at Ottawa St.
Join us in person to participate in our virtual Tai Chi class. If you don't have room to exercise at […]
1:30 pm - TAI CHI- For all genders
1:30 pm - TAI CHI- For all genders
Yang Long Style : Compatible with Taoist philosophy - basic movements designed to enhance balance, coordination, range of motion. (This […]
15 events,
8:30 am - Morning Meditation Series- Zoom- For all Genders (3wks)
8:30 am - Morning Meditation Series- Zoom- For all Genders (3wks)
Join us for a Mediation Series will run the first 3 weeks of each month followed by one week off. […]
9:30 am - Yoga-Fall- For All Genders
9:30 am - Yoga-Fall- For All Genders
A mixed practice of postures and breath work while working on your flexibility. Positions are guided with standing and mats […]
9:30 am - Pilates Beyond Breast Cancer- Women Only- Pre-registered class
9:30 am - Pilates Beyond Breast Cancer- Women Only- Pre-registered class
You must pre-register to participate in this weekly class. To pre-register contact Annemarie Collingwood at acollingwood@ywcahamilton.org Duration: 30 minutes intensity: […]
9:30 am - Oil Painting- Ottawa St
9:30 am - Oil Painting- Ottawa St
Learn how to do some easy painting in person at our Ottawa St location
10:30 am - Dance & Tone-Zoom- For All Genders
10:30 am - Dance & Tone-Zoom- For All Genders
Starting with fun dance cardio followed by muscle strengthening to choreographed patterns. Light weights can be used.
11:00 am - Heart Beat- Ottawa St
11:00 am - Heart Beat- Ottawa St
Join us at Ottawa St for a class that has a focus on heart health and movement. Basic cardio and […]
11:00 am - Chair Yoga- Ottawa St
11:00 am - Chair Yoga- Ottawa St
Join our in person chair yoga class at our Putman's Ottawa St location.
12:30 pm - Stretch and Strengthen- Zoom- For All Genders
12:30 pm - Stretch and Strengthen- Zoom- For All Genders
Keep mobile and improve your strength and endurance with muscle strengthening exercises done standing & with the chair. Stretches will […]
1:00 pm - Vertical/ Mat Pilates- Ottawa St
1:00 pm - Vertical/ Mat Pilates- Ottawa St
This class will be a vertical to mat option Pilates class in the new Ottawa St centre. You are encouraged […]
1:30 pm - Social Chat- Zoom- For All Genders
1:30 pm - Social Chat- Zoom- For All Genders
Open to everyone to come out and chat. Check in with us and meet some new friends. Get updates and […]
1:30 pm - Y Social
1:30 pm - Y Social
The Y Social is a get together for everyone via Zoom to catch up and hangout. Many of our socials […]
2:30 pm - Keeping Your Job and Advancing in the Canadian Workplace (Newcomer Employment Services)
2:30 pm - Keeping Your Job and Advancing in the Canadian Workplace (Newcomer Employment Services)
Every workplace is different and has its own culture. Canadian workplaces may be different than what you are used to. […]
5:00 pm - Mother Tongue ( 2SLGBTQIA+ Newcomer Support Services )
5:00 pm - Mother Tongue ( 2SLGBTQIA+ Newcomer Support Services )
A cooking session on Zoom for newcomers to connect with each other and their community. Guest attendees are welcome to […]
6:30 pm - Walk & Stretch at the Park- William Connell Park-W5th
6:30 pm - Walk & Stretch at the Park- William Connell Park-W5th
Come out and enjoy the great outdoors and lovely William Connell Park on West 5th. Free to join with a […]
12 events,
8:30 am - Morning Meditation Series- Zoom- For all Genders (3wks)
8:30 am - Morning Meditation Series- Zoom- For all Genders (3wks)
Join us for a Mediation Series will run the first 3 weeks of each month followed by one week off. […]
9:00 am - Nordic Pole Walking Group- Gage Park (Ottawa St)- FREE
9:00 am - Nordic Pole Walking Group- Gage Park (Ottawa St)- FREE
Bring your poles for a nordic pole walk in the lovely Gage park area. If you do not have poles […]
9:30 am - Dance Cardio-Zoom- Women Identified only
9:30 am - Dance Cardio-Zoom- Women Identified only
Your heart will enjoy this fun cardio workout done with simple dance routines and many smiles.
10:30 am - Mind Busters- Zoom-For All Genders
10:30 am - Mind Busters- Zoom-For All Genders
Never leave your seat while engaging your mind with a series of activities to challenge your way of thinking and […]
10:30 am - Around the house 100 hidden words to find
10:30 am - Around the house 100 hidden words to find
Participants will be provided a list of 100 words which was used on our daily routine around the house. RT […]
11:30 am - Bones 2- Ottawa St
11:30 am - Bones 2- Ottawa St
A step up from Bones 1- vertical and mat work will be encouraged in this class. $34/ 10 week session
11:30 am - Chair Yoga- For All Genders
11:30 am - Chair Yoga- For All Genders
A mixed practice of postures and breath work while working on your flexibility and balance. Positions are guided with standing […]
2:00 pm - NWN General Information Session ( Newcomer Workshops, Networking and Mother’s Support )
2:00 pm - NWN General Information Session ( Newcomer Workshops, Networking and Mother’s Support )
Join us to learn more about the FREE YWCA JOIN Newcomer Workshops and Networking program. We host monthly workshops, outings, […]
2:15 pm - Balance, Posture & Mobility at the Park- Durand Park
2:15 pm - Balance, Posture & Mobility at the Park- Durand Park
This is an outdoor class being offered at Durand Park. This class is a FREE class to those registered for […]
2:30 pm - LinkedIn ( Newcomer Employment Services )
2:30 pm - LinkedIn ( Newcomer Employment Services )
LinkedIn is the world's largest professional network on the internet. You can use LinkedIn to find the right job or […]