This is an introduction to ballet techniques. It includes posture, foot and arm placements, steps and gestures on the floor, at the barre and in the centre. Ballet shoes are not required.

This class is designed for students whose level is between beginner and intermediate and who have some ballet experience. Ballet shoes are not required. Aspects of each level will be included.

Learn many of the traditional social dances — Tango, Waltz, Foxtrot, Samba, Rumba, and Jive. No experience is necessary; partners and singles are welcome.

Improve your coordination and reflexes and have fun doing it! Dave O’Donnell, Head Coach of the McMaster Varsity Fencing Team, as well as assistant coaches, will lead these classes. Equipment is provided.

This 8-week track and field-based program is for children ages 6–12. Participants will learn a wide range of exercises and drills to help improve fitness and physical literacy, specifically how to run, jump and throw correctly. This program is delivered in partnership with Stoney Creek Athletics, a registered member of Athletics Ontario.

This class will focus on the fundamental movements and grooving in Hip-Hop. Students will learn different elements of dance and how to dance to a variety of Hip-Hop songs. No experience is required; just have fun!

Karate is an Asian system of unarmed combat using the hands and feet to deliver and block blows, involving mental as well as physical training. This very popular and dynamic program at McMaster is designed for all belt levels and includes Goju Ryu and Kobudo (weaponry) styles.

Karate is an Asian system of unarmed combat using the hands and feet to deliver and block blows, involving mental as well as physical training. This very popular and dynamic program at McMaster is designed for all belt levels and includes Goju Ryu and Kobudo (weaponry) styles.

Designed for all belt levels, it includes Goju Ryu and Kobudo (weaponry) styles. This is a twice-weekly program, and attendance on both nights is highly recommended.

Kathak is a north Indian classical dance form focused on rhythmic patterns, lyrical movements and varying tempos. This ancient art form continues to thrive and develop through dancers in India and the South Asian diaspora. This class will focus on the fundamentals of the dance form.

A well-rounded introduction to the sport, suitable for beginners and those with some experience. Participants will learn basic techniques and kicks, combinations, fitness training and defense practice. Safety and etiquette are emphasized.

Students are introduced to the Latin rhythms danced in North America. Dance styles include the Salsa, Merengue and Cha Cha. Learn some steps you can do on your own, or with a partner.

Students continue to work on the Latin rhythms danced in North America — e.g., Cha Cha, Rumba, Samba and Jive. Some previous experience is highly recommended.

This condensed 4-week Beginner class will combine some of the best of Rhythm Ballroom and Latin dance steps, including Salsa, Cha Cha and Jive. Singles and partners are welcome.

Lyrical Dance is a fusion of styles that often uses techniques from jazz and ballet combined to create free movement. Students will have the opportunity to learn choreographic routines. Some dance experience is recommended but not required.

You will learn systems of neutrality, defense, transition and attack using the strikes of the fist, elbow, kick, knee and stand-up grapple. This program is designed for the beginner and advanced athlete with an emphasis on Muay Thai skills and drills, muscular endurance, strength and flexibility all in an atmosphere of fun and fitness.

Students gain knowledge of good alignment based on a stable “centre,” increased abdominal strength and free joint movement. Pilates is designed to improve flexibility, build strength and develop control and endurance in the entire body, and it puts emphasis on developing a strong core, consisting of the muscles of the abdomen, low back and hips.

Some previous Pilates experience is recommended. Students gain knowledge of good alignment based on a stable “centre,” increased abdominal strength and free joint movement. Pilates is designed to improve flexibility, build strength and develop control and endurance in the entire body, and it puts emphasis on developing a strong core, consisting of the muscles of the abdomen, low back and hips.

This class welcomes beginners as well as those with some experience. Students gain knowledge of good alignment based on a stable “centre,” increased abdominal strength and free joint movement. Pilates is designed to improve flexibility, build strength and develop control and endurance in the entire body, and it puts emphasis on developing a strong core, consisting of the muscles of the abdomen, low back and hips.

This class is a practical, simple self-defense class that splits its focus between discussions on personal boundaries and comfort zones, to physical attacks and how to deal with them. Throughout, your instructor will guide you through the practical aspects of self-defense, what options you have for getting out of a bad situation and how to use your awareness, arms, legs and even your voice, as weapons.

Raquets and goggles are provided, or bring your own. This programme will provide participants with the opportunity to develop their squash skills or refresh skills previously learned. No experience is necessary.

One-on-one lessons to develop or refresh your squash skills. Equipment is provided.

Led by Dr. Roy Till, an NCCP certified triathlon and cycling coach, who is there to help you achieve your running and cycling goals. Training is tailored to the individual abilities of the participants.

This is a program designed to engage and teach women of all ages and abilities the importance of exercise, specifically Resistance Training. This six-week program will teach participants proper technique for exercises and the benefits of training.

This is an introductory class for beginners and is the base discipline for all grappling sports, which teaches an individual how to take their opponent down and defend takedowns. Wrestling is a great way to challenge yourself mentally and also improve your physical fitness as it requires a combination of strength, endurance and mobility.

Yoga is an ancient system of breathing practices, physical exercises, postures and meditation intended to integrate the practitioner’s body, mind and spirit. Learn the fundamentals and enjoy deeper levels of health and vitality while you build strength, improve your balance, increase flexibility and reduce stress and tension for overall wellness.

This is designed for beginners and also participants with some yoga experience looking to learn some Intermediate poses. Enhance your practice of yoga postures that are physically and energetically balanced in a safe, non-competitive and inclusive environment, with a choice of milder or more challenging options.

This is a more vigorous form of yoga practice which is especially stimulating to the cardiovascular system. Yoga sequences will be introduced and practiced to help develop strength and flexibility, improve alignment and awareness and recharge the mind and body. Some prior yoga experience is helpful, but beginners are also welcome.

This class will combine Beginner Yoga with Restorative yoga poses to help us learn to relax and rest deeply and completely. During deep relaxation, all the organ systems of the body are benefited, as well as improvement in digestion, sleep patterns, the reduction of muscle tension and lessened generalized fatigue.

Yoga is an ancient system of breathing practices, physical exercises, postures and meditation intended to integrate the practitioner’s body, mind and spirit. Learn the fundamentals and enjoy deeper levels of health and vitality while you build strength, improve your balance, increase flexibility and reduce stress and tension for overall wellness. Open to all those who identify as women.