Activity Groups are open to all members of the IWC. Non-members are welcome to try an activity once, in hopes you will join our club.
Interested in joining an activity group? Please contact the leader of that group.
Please make sure you have read our Participation & Responsibility Waiver and Photograph Release Policy before participating in any of the IWC Activity Groups or Paid Associated Groups.
Starting a new group ?
We are always looking for new activity groups. If you have an idea for a new activity and are interested in starting a new group, please contact our Activities Coordinator for general information on our activity groups and how to go about starting a new one at activities@iwc-lausanne.org.
Armchair Adventures
adventures@iwc-lausanne.org
When & Where: TBD
The world is our oyster! Learn about holiday travels and destinations around the world. Come and tell other members about your travels. The locations don’t have to be exotic or unusual. There is no pressure or expectation to host, or do a talk. Maximum 16 people on a first-come, first-serve basis.
Art Appreciation
art@iwc-lausanne.org
When & Where: Monthly visits, both nearby and further afield.
We visit art exhibitions and when possible the studios of locally based artists. We usually benefit from reduced group rates on our gallery visits, and on the occasions that we need to travel to Berne or Geneva, there are frequently reduced train fares which include the gallery entrance.
Bridge
bridge@iwc-lausanne.org
When & Where: Bridge 1 meets Thursday’s at 13:30 – Bridge 2 meets Wednesday at 13:30 in Member’s homes.
We have two bridge groups due to the large number of participants and the difficulty of hosting more than two tables in people’s homes. Beginners are more than welcome in the Bridge 2 group, comprised of regulars and newcomers.
Dream Interpretation I & II
Leader: Anna Bourgeois
dream@iwc-lausanne.org
When & Where: Both groups meet once a month on a Friday from 10:00 to 12:00 at the Clubhouse.
As a Jungian analyst, Anna teaches the group how to analyze their dreams, which are all in symbolic form, and are a guide to life and important in our individual process. Members bring in dreams, and we all work on them together. Everything shared in the group remains confidential. Maximum 6 per group. Contact Anna for more information.
Free Spirits
Leader: Anne Heggie
freespirits@iwc-lausanne.org
When & Where: Monthly outings throughout Switzerland and occasionally France and Italy.
Share the monthly experience of visiting a variety of interesting places with like-minded, friendly, sociable women. All outings are announced in advance in our bi-monthly e-News. Most trips last all day and require a fee to pay for entrance and a guide. We usually travel by train but occasionally by coach. Registration for events takes place online or by contacting Anne. Hope to see you on our next outing!
Hands-on! (Put on hold for a year)
Leader: Jeanine T. Riband
handson@iwc-lausanne.org
When & Where: several 3-hour workshops throughout the year at the Imagine Creativity Workshop studio in Lutry
Cost: Material at varying costs depending on what we do.
It’s all about creating! We’ll do several projects trying our hands on different techniques like fabric painting, printing, doodling, decoupage, collage, etc. Let me know if there is something you would like to try. Detailed information on the upcoming art project will be announced through the bi-monthly e-News and FB page. Advanced sign up required, space is limited to 8. Contact Jeanine if you would like to join and get on the mailing list.
Mosaics (Put on hold for a year)
Leader: Jeanine T. Riband
handson@iwc-lausanne.org
When & Where: TBC
Cost: Materials
Learn how to make beautiful mosaic pieces from tiles, glass, broken plates, beads and many other materials. Please contact Jeanine at handson@iwc-lausanne.org for more information and if you would like to join. Beginners welcome. Min 3 participants and max 8.
International Cooking Lausanne
Leader: Gill Yule
intlcookinglausanne@iwc-lausanne.org
When & Where: Once a month on a Friday at a member’s house.
Our international group of cooks hail from more than half a dozen countries. We meet once a month, on a Friday, at a different member’s home between September and May. Hostesses, alternating from month to month, choose a theme, provide the recipes, and members then choose a dish to prepare at home and share à table. There is generally an end-of-season dinner, including spouses and often a summer excursion to explore both a city and cuisine. If you would like to join, please contact Gill for more information.
International Cooking Vevey
Leaders: Chris Malley
intlcookingvevey@iwc-lausanne.org
When & Where: Monthly at a member’s home.
Each month, our group prepares and shares a lunch with an international theme. You don’t need to be a great cook, just to have an interest in exploring different cuisines and trying new dishes. In the last year, we have sampled recipes from Russia, Canada, India and Sicily, amongst others, visited the onion fair in Bern and taken a tour of the Alimentarium food museum. We take turns hosting a meal and usually meet once a month. The day is flexible, but it is always a weekday. We also try to include culinary trips and activities in our annual program. If you would like to know more contact Louise and Chris for details.
Knit-Wits
Leader: Beth Curtin
knitting@iwc-lausanne.org
When & Where: Monday mornings 10:00 – 11:30 at the bakery Aime Pouly, around the corner from the clubhouse.
Do you like to knit? Do you want to improve your knitting? Do you even remember how to knit? Answer yes to any of the above and you are ready to join the Knit-Wits. We use a doodle sign-up to know who’s coming. If there is just one person, the meeting will be canceled. For more information, please contact Beth.
Moms & Kids (Looking for a new leader!)
Leader:
kids@iwc-lausanne.org
The moms & kids group is looking for a new generation of leaders. If you are interested, please contact our activities coordinator.
Music Appreciation
Leader: Marie Lou von Schack
music@iwc-lausanne.org
When & Where: Fourth Wednesday of the month from 09.30 to 11.30 at a member’s house.
Our group is interested in music in all its aspects, whether modern, classical, oriental, jazz or world music. We are open to all the different facets of music and love to discover new topics. Some of us like giving a short conference on a subject – a composer, period or a player – we’re particularly interested in, but you are not obliged to. If you would simply like to come and listen, you are more than welcome. Music is such a diverse and stimulating subject and it is fun to share this admiration with other music lovers. Please don’t hesitate to join us. Just enjoy and discover! We meet at 9:30-11:30 on the fourth Wednesday of every month, except December, June, July & August. We rotate hosting the group or might even sometimes attend lunchtime concerts at certain times of the year. Contact Marie Lou if you’d like to join this group.
Out to Lunch Bunch
Leaders: Karin Ducret and Tiphani Steinhoff
out2lunch@iwc-lausanne.org
When & Where: Once a month, Wednesday, at a local restaurant.
Cost: Each member pays for her own meal and beverage.
Join us as we discover new and interesting restaurants in our region… a culinary ‘field trip’ shared with other food enthusiasts. What could be a better lunch experience? Once a month we will reserve a table for 12 at a different venues, known for either their history, setting or cuisine, on a first come, first served basis. Contact Karin or Tiphani to get on our e-mail distribution list
Cinema Lovers (Looking for a new leader)
Leader:
cinema@iwc-lausanne.org
When & Where: Monthly at local cinemas.
If you love good quality cinema that inspires songs, childhood memories or even a particular phase in your life, then this is the activity for you! Join this group for a monthly cinema outing where good cinema is the leading actor. Only English speaking movies will be selected. If you’d like to take on leading this group, please contact our activities coordinator.
Cross Country Skiing
Leader: Martina Coxova
crosscountry@iwc-lausanne.org
When & Where: Meets twice a month on Saturdays, all throughout the ski season.
Winter 2017/2018 Exact dates and locations will be posted on the club Facebook page. . Please contact Martina if you are interested in joining.
Dinner Club
Leader: Lynn Denton
dinnerclub@iwc-lausanne.org
When & Where: Meets monthly on a Saturday evening at a member’s home.
The host will provide non-alcoholic drinks, the main course, as well as tea/coffee. Guests sign up to bring the wine, appetizers, salads, side dishes and dessert. The main goals of this group is to get to know one another, exchange different viewpoints and of course spending a nice evening together. Eating is just the excuse! Please contact Lynn for more information.
English Conversation
Leader: Mandi Ashmore
english@iwc-lausanne.org
When & Where: We meet every second week on Monday at 14.30 at the Clubhouse.
We chat for about an hour and discuss anything and everything; our chats are very informal. Mandi asks “students” to contact her on the Monday to confirm the class as sometimes she needs to cancel for various reasons or occasionally she may choose to hold the class at a different venue or at an earlier time for us to be able to have lunch together. Contact Mandi for more details.
French Conversation, Advanced Beginner
Leader: Marielle Sulmoni
frenchconvo@iwc-lausanne.org
When & Where: We meet every Tuesday from 14.30 to 16.00 at the Clubhouse.
Marielle is French and has been living in Lausanne for ages. On Tuesdays she holds Advanced Beginner’s French conversation in a friendly atmosphere. She hopes to help you use your knowledge of French, allowing you to speak with no fear of making mistakes, whilst still having fun in the group. If you would like to join her class please contact Marielle.
French Conversation, Advanced
Leader: Juliette Brull
french@iwc-lausanne.org
When & Where: We meet every Tuesday from 09.30 to 11.00 at the Clubhouse.
We are a group on average of six to eight participants out of a total of 10 members. Most of our time is devoted to very lively discussions on current events and various topics. We also read a book written by a French author and sometimes we see a French movie. Please contact Juliette for more information.
German Conversation – Advanced
Leader: Karin Hansohm Schwarz
german@iwc-lausanne.org
When & Where: We meet twice a month on Fridays from 9:30 – 11:00 at the clubhouse.
We have been meeting twice a month since September 2012 on Fridays from 9:30 – 11:00. Most of the time we are five eager and interested ladies. We read texts about German historical events, German enterprises, and German towns to be visited. Once in a while, we watch a German film. Contact Karin for more information.
Readers
The IWC has a number of Readers groups. If you are looking to start a new group or just need some more information on our current groups, please email activities@iwc-lausanne.org.
Literature
Leaders: Margaret Elison and Alison Watts
literature@iwc-lausanne.org
When & Where: We meet the third Thursday morning of the month at the homes of different members
We were the first group to be formed after the club was founded, and the group is still going strong. We discuss a different topic each time and many of us participate. Previous topic have included The Seasons in Literature, Gardens, Scandinavian Writers, Women Who Changed the World and Losing Power. Our meetings are nearly always dynamic and enjoyable. We welcome new members. For details, contact Margaret and Alison.
Original Readers
Leaders: Christine Doutrepont
readers@iwc-lausanne.org
When & Where: We meet the first Monday of the month in the clubhouse library.
We keep our numbers from 8 to 10 people in order to give everyone the chance to express themselves. We take turns suggesting books for the group to read and discuss. We vary our selection, including novels, biographies, short stories, current affairs, history and books in translation. Our discussions are lively, open, friendly, and we learn a lot from our reading and sharing. If interested in joining us, please contact Christine.
Readers 1
Leader: Kumkum Seth
readers1@iwc-lausanne.org
When & Where: We meet one a month, Friday, at 14:00 at members’ homes.
We read contemporary literary fiction from English language authors and from authors in translation. We all read the same book and talk about it at the meeting, which members take turns hosting. Our discussions are frank and lively, reflecting the diverse backgrounds and viewpoints of our members. Contact Kumkum if you are interested in joining.
Readers 2
Leader: Alessandra Pagnoni and Sonja Friedrich Bühne
readers2@iwc-lausanne.org
When & Where: We meet the third Wednesday of the month at 9:30 and rotate having brunch at members’ homes.
We read contemporary literature and enjoy lively discussions. Although everyone misses a meeting occasionally, we hope all members have travel schedules that allow them to fully participate in the group. Contact Alessandra and Sonja if interested in joining.
Readers 3
Leaders: Carol Bruce and Cornelia Silson
readers3@iwc-lausanne.org
When & Where: We meet the first Thursday afternoon of the month from 13:00 to 15:00 alternating between Lausanne and Vevey.
We choose our books based on members’ recommendations/nominations and take turns leading discussions. Contact Carol and Cornelia if you’d like to join us.
Badminton
Leader: Anne Cappin
badminton@iwc-lausanne.org
When & Where: We meet twice a week: Tuesdays from 14:00 to 15:00 and Fridays from 10:00 to 11:00 at the Malley Badminton-Center in Lausanne-Prilly.
Cost: Court fees.
All ability levels are welcome. Contact Anne if you’d like to come.
Downhill Skiing – Competent Skiers
Leaders: Jane Miners and Judy Lister
skiing@iwc-lausanne.org
When & Where: We ski on Tuesdays and visit many different ski areas during the season.
Cost: Ski passes.
If you are an enthusiastic skier this is the group for you. We have skied from Morgins, Les Crosets, Linga, Verbier, Siviez, Villars, Crans Montana, Grimentz, Gstaad, Rougement… and are open to suggestions. One of us usually knows the ski area well and leads the group. We carpool from La Croix sur Lutry and have a quick lunch in a mountain restaurant. We are not expert skiers but we like to ski. Come and join us, avoid the winter blues and enjoy the sun and the snow that the mountains have to offer.
Falun Gong
Leader: Carole Collard
falungong@iwc-lausanne.org
When & Where: Every Friday from 14.00 to 16.00 at Roussy Park in Vevey when warm. Otherwise, at Carole’s home in La Tour-de-Peilz.
Falun Gong (also known as Falun Dafa) is an ancient form of qigong to improve health and well-being. This method aims to harmonize the body and the mind through a set of five easy and powerful exercises, while applying in our lives the universal principles of Truth-Compassion-Tolerance. Please RSVP Carole if coming and to confirm date and time, as it varies. Bring a little mat (if outside) and wear comfortable clothes.
Fit & Fun Walking
Leader: Janet Henson
walking@iwc-lausanne.org
When & Where: Meets Thursday mornings weekly or fortnightly depending on season. Most walks are within the Canton de Vaud but occasionally we go further afield to neighboring cantons.
Looking for a fun and social way of keeping fit then join the Fit & Fun group? Walk information is communicated no later than the Monday each week via email to all participants who are on the mailing list. The only requirements are that you have a good pair of walking shoes or boots and sufficient physical fitness to walk continuously for 2 1/2 – 3 1/2 hours. Transportation to meeting places might occasionally require a car but normally can be reached by public transport. Contact Janet if you’d like to join us.
Golfing Network
Leader: Eileen Beesley
golf@iwc-lausanne.org
When & Where: Occasionally games proposed at local clubs.
Cost: Green fees (hopefuly preferential !)
A network of members interested in playing golf and a resource for finding golfers of a similar ability level. Please indicate your handicap (if you’ve got one) and which club (if any) you belong to here in Switzerland. Beginners are welcome and we can help you organise some lessons. To be included on our list of IWC golfers, please contact Eileen.
Hiking
Leader: Karen Wilson
hiking@iwc-lausanne.org
When & Where: Meets every Tuesday between April and November exploring Vaud, Valais and occasionally further.
Hikes start out gently in the spring and increase in difficulty as the season progresses, usually between 3 ½ to 4 ½ hours, including a picnic break and refreshments at a local café afterwards. Good boots are required and hiking sticks highly recommended. We always carpool and bring along a picnic lunch. Please contact Karen if interested.
Nordic Walking* – NEW!
Leader: Mara Di Baldassare
nordicwalking@iwc-lausanne.org
Tennis, Puidoux
Leader: Anne Guyot
tennis@iwc-lausanne.org
When & Where: We are a happy group of ladies who play in Puidoux on Thursdays from
09:30-11:00 and 11:00-12:30.
Cost: Court fees.
We are a happy group of ladies who play in Puidoux on Thursdays from 9:30-11:00 and 11:00-12:30. We have three levels of play, so if you wish to join the group, please contact Anne.
Paid Associated Groups (fee charged by professional instructor)
All paid group leaders must strictly adhere to our Advertising Rules of Engagement.
Back & Abdomen Strengthening Class (Taking a break from 1 July until 31 Jan 2019 – maternity leave)
Instructor: Mehernaaz Dugast Rouillé (member/professional instructor)
back-abs@iwc-lausanne.org
When & Where: Mondays from 9:15 to 10:30 & Tuesdays from 17:00-18:15 at Lausanne Palace Spa.
Cost: IWC members receive a 5% discount for 3- or 6-month subscriptions (CHF 28.50 per class). Free trial class.
This class is ideal for ALL … For those who would like to garden, ski, walk, trek, etc.., for years to come.. Whether you’re active and sportive or have a sedentary lifestyle, suffer from back or neck pain or no pain at all , we all need to strengthen our core and stretch our muscles regularly. Maximum 12 participants. For more info click here.
Mehernaaz is a certified Personal Trainer, Back & Neck Pain Specialist and Hatha Yoga Practitioner with a wide teaching experience in Lausanne, Paris & Mumbai, of over 20 years. She is certified from CHEK Institute (Corrective Holistic Exercise Kinesiology) – USA, Australia & UK; ISSA certified, USA; certified by Equilibrium Spa, India; Diploma in Yogic Science from Yoga Vidya Niketan, India.
Body Toning : Beginners, Intermediate and Advanced (Taking a break from 1 July until 31 Jan 2019 – maternity leave)
Instructor: Mehernaaz Dugast Rouillé (member/professional instructor)
bodytoning@iwc-lausanne.org
Body Toning, Beginners & Intermediate –
When & Where: Thursday mornings – 09:45 to 11:00. At SPORT & DANCE Lausanne (200m from Globus), easy access and parking nearby.
Cost: IWC members receive a 5 % discount for 3 or 6 month subscriptions (CHF 28.50 per class). Free trail class.
For those who want to get stronger & toned muscles, improve flexibility, posture, abdominal & core strength and bone density. Great for beginners. Maximum 12 participants. For more info please click here.
Body Toning, Advanced –
When & Where: NEW! Class will start on demand, if you are interested please contact Mehernaaz.
Cost: IWC members receive a 5 % discount for 3 or 6 month subscriptions (CHF 28.50 per class). Free trail class.
Ideal class for those who want to get stronger & toned up muscles, get flexible, improve posture, core & abdominal strength and agility. For more info please click here.
Mehernaaz is a certified Personal Trainer, Back & Neck Pain Specialist and Hatha Yoga Practitioner with a wide teaching experience in Lausanne, Paris & Mumbai, of over 20 years. She is certified from CHEK Institute (Corrective Holistic Exercise Kinesiology) – USA, Australia & UK; ISSA certified, USA; certified by Equilibrium Spa, India; Diploma in Yogic Science from Yoga Vidya Niketan, India.
French for Beginners
Leader: Ann Bless (member/professional instructor)
beginfrench@iwc-lausanne.org
When & Where: Thursdays at 10.00 -11.30 at Ann’s home just above Vevey, very easily reached by public transport.
Cost: CHF 15 per session payable at the beginning of the month. Free trail class.
Ann’s aim is to help you with the day to day French. As soon as you have mastered the basics, we shall go to the market, a café and a shop to practice what you have learned. Maximum group size: 5. If you are interested please contact Ann.
Ann Bless is a Qualified Teacher of French as a Foreign Language.
Hatha Yoga
Instructor: Donna Lambert (member/professional instructor)
yoga@iwc-lausanne.org
When & Where: Mondays 15:20 to 16:50 in Chailly on Chemin de la Fauvette.
Cost: CHF 25 per session. Free trail class.
A gentle form of yoga that links breath and movement, creating self awareness, and mindfulness. We focus on breathing, posture work (asana) and relaxation techniques to increase general health and wellbeing and relieve stress, developing a strong flexible body and a calm, balanced mind. Practicing yoga helps us relax and improve flexibility, muscle tone and stamina, while restoring inner peace and creating a harmonious body/mind. Classes are suitable for any level, beginners and improvers, and all postures can be modified for any ability, including recovery from injuries. Please contact Donna for more information. To reserve a place (8 max): Online reservations here.
Donna is certified with the British Wheel of Yoga, Yoga Alliance RYT500 and is a certified Structural Yoga Therapist. Donna also offers one-one Yoga Therapy sessions to IWC club members at a special price of CHF 85 for 90 minutes. One session might be enough to give you some homework to help with pain and injury, or provide you with a home practice tailored to your needs.
Hatha Yoga – Bihar School
Instructor: Kumkum Seth (member/professional instructor)
yoga.bihar@iwc-lausanne.org
When & Where: Mornings – Monday & Wednesday 9:00 to 10:15. NEW LATE MORNING CLASS*: Monday 10:30-11:45 Location – Lausanne north of Riponne. Easy parking and bus access.
Cost: Flexible subscriptions at the rate of CHF 23 and CHF 26. Free trial class.
*Late-morning class starts 16 April.
Full body workout + breathing techniques + short guided relaxation. Beginners to advanced levels welcome – variations in postures let you work at your own level. Different postures every session. Teaching in Indian tradition – authentic, dynamic, non-competitive.
Kumkum Seth is certified by Sivananda Yoga, Bihar School (Satyananda) Yoga and TeenYoga UK. She has taught extensively (including training teachers) across India, Asia and Europe since 1990.
Mindfulness & Breathwork
Leader: Kumkum Seth (member/professional instructor)
breatherelax@iwc-lausanne.org
When & Where: Once a month, either Monday 14:00 to 15:00, or Tuesday 15:15 to 16:15. Location – Lausanne north of Riponne. Easy parking and bus access.
Cost: Free trial class, then pay-as-you-go CHF 10/class.
Work on your breath, mind and energy through Mindfulness techniques, short meditations and Yogic breathing. The practices improve physical /mental /emotional health, energy, personal relationships and enjoyment of life. Such inner “work” is essential to well-being for oneself and for those around us. Teaching is non-religious, based on ancient practices from Yoga, Buddhism, and other ancient traditions of meditation.
Kumkum Seth is certified by Sivananda Yoga, Bihar School (Satyananda) Yoga and TeenYoga UK. She has taught extensively (including training teachers) across India, Asia and Europe since 1990.
Singing for Fun
Instructor: Gill Brigginshaw (professional instructor)
Leader: Linda Dyson
singing@iwc-lausanne.org
When & Where: Thursday’s from 14:00–15:30 at Les Monts-de-Corsier (near Vevey).
Cost: CHF 20 per week. Free trial class.
The aim of our group is simply to have fun whilst learning and singing a selection of new and favourite songs together. It’s a chance to learn skills in harmonising, rhythms and breathing techniques without the feeling that the spotlight is on you. No previous singing experience or musical knowledge is necessary. The sessions are led by an experienced and local musical director. It is a friendly, relaxed and informal setting. Contact Linda for more information.
IWC Participation, Responsibility and Photograph Waiver
MEMBERSHIP RIGHTS AND RESPONSIBILITIES (IWC Constitution – ARTICLE IX , Section 1-3)
MEMBERSHIP RESPONSIBILITY: Members shall be responsible for payment of all reservations made and not cancelled by the stated deadline.
DISCLAIMER: Participation in Club activities is entirely at the member’s own discretion and/or risk. Neither the Club nor its representatives shall be held responsible for injury, damage, or loss incurred by participation in Club events or while using Club property.
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