Get moving with Patti every Tuesday with a fun and energy-filled workout powered by great music!
This workout includes cardio exercise as well as strength training to sculpt and tone your entire body.
Every workout will end with a gentle stretching session. No experience is necessary.
Please dress in comfortable exercise clothing and shoes and bring a mat, a towel, and a positive attitude.
Contact Patti to register: turbosculpt@awczurich.org and for more details.
Enjoy our English language Library!
The American Women’s Club of Zurich is privileged to maintain one of the largest English-language libraries in the Zurich area. Fully volunteer run for over 85 years, the Library at our Clubhouse features an extensive collection of fiction, nonfiction, and audiobooks for all ages (kids, teenagers and adults).
Check out our brand-new Digital Library Catalog: https://www.libib.com/u/awcz
Usage of the library is included in the AWCZ membership.
Questions? Ask Rebecca / Patti at library@awczurich.org .
You can also use the library as a "Friend of the Library".
Individuals wishing to use the AWCZ Library may become Friends of the Library subscribers. A 12-month subscription is CHF 75 (as of May 2023 the subscription will be CHF 100). Stop by during regular opening hours to complete an application or for more information. Please contact the Friends of the Library Coordinator for any questions.
The Fitness Walkers meet every Thursday morning (rain or shine!) at 9:30 a.m. at Bellevue. Every week we explore different areas around the city of Zürich: sometimes we enjoy walking along the lake or along one of the rivers that wind through our beautiful city; sometimes we explore one of the many neighborhoods.
No matter where we go, we always enjoy walking and talking with each other! After the walk we'll often grab a coffee or lunch somewhere nearby.
Please feel free to contact Patti at fitnesswalk@awczurich.org if you want to join us!
We play Bridge every Monday 13.00 - 16.30 and Thursday at 13.30 - 16.30, except for occasions when there is another Clubhouse event.
Monday is casual whereby hands can be discussed. Thursday is duplicate bridge. Come and join the fun! Please email us to participate.
Open to all levels!
Yarn stitchers unite! Every 2nd & 4th Tuesday to individually work on stitching projects of their choice: from knitting to counted cross-stitch and from crocheting to weaving pine needle baskets(!). Some support and starting materials (for a donation) provided.
Come work your creativity and enjoy each others’ company. During the summer months please make sure you check your emails for possible schedule changes.
Got questions about the event? Contact Katie and Marianne at stitchinwitches@awczurich.org
Cost: Freeeeee!
Every first and third Wednesday of the month, we play the western form of the game. Beginners and expert players welcome. Join our WhatsApp group for regular updates. Beginners welcome.
Contact Karen S. to register and get more details.
Margareta E. and Pia M. will support you to speak German in a Coffee Conversation group. Most of all you should enjoy to speak German - one of the four languages of Switzerland ! Don’t hesitate to reach out to us with any question you might have. Looking forward to speaking in German with you soon!
germanconversation@awczurich.org
Join Chat in French with our new class leader, Mouna! She’ll be pleased to welcome you for an hour of lively French conversation, where participants can enjoy discussing a variety of topics in a relaxed, friendly setting. Whether you're looking to practice speaking or simply enjoy a chat in French, this session promises a fun, engaging experience for all levels.
Our Chat in French is scheduled every other Wednesday from 09.30 - 10.30 at the AWCZ Clubhouse.
Join us for another fun Happy Hour at the Club!
FirstFridays! meets on the first Friday of every month from 18.30 to 20.30. Everyone is welcome – As always, partners, spouses and friends are welcome to join us.
Beer, Wine for 5 CHF.
Contact Barbara G. to register or if you have questions: firstfridays!@awczurich.org
Join us for our monthly Women's Circle for connection and support. A women's circle is a safe space for women to come together, to share, connect, support, and empower each other. It is a space where each person is held, heard, and supported. Gathering in circle is an ancient tradition that helps us follow our internal wisdom to find what we need to heal and grow. It allows us to create common understanding amongst women, free of judgement. Circle is a fun and supportive environment where you can switch off, relax and focus on yourself all while enjoying the connection and support of other women. Each circle will have a specific theme such as self-love, gratitude, intuition, full/new moon, etc. We will include different elements of breath work, meditation, movement, music and maybe even a small craft. Come as you are: Wear what you are comfortable in or what makes you feel beautiful. Please bring a pillow to sit on. Yoga mats are available at the club. Cost: Free or Donation Based Registration/Cancellation Deadline: May 31, 2025 The women’s circle is offered on a free or donation-based model. If you are able, I welcome donations to help cover the basic costs of running the program, such as materials, and other operational expenses. Donations could be made via cash or Twint. This is open to members and nonmembers. For more information, contact Chantal.
The AWCZ Daytime Book Club meets on the first Friday of the month at 10:00 in the Clubhouse. The book for June 6, 2025 is The Women by Kristin Hannah.
If you have any questions, contact Starr at bookclub@awczurich.org.
Join us for our monthly book discussion. In June we will be discussing "Transcendent Kingdom" by Yaa Gyasi.
Feel free to bring wine, cheese, or another snack or beverage to share.
Email Leenie at eveningbookclub@awczurich.org if you have questions.
Enjoy a social afternoon while bring productive! Join us in making handmade pillows and lavender bags. Whether you are a seasoned sewer or a complete beginner, everyone is welcome.
Contact Karen for more information.
"Roots and Horizons" Finissage
Members and Non-Members are welcome.
Please contact Nina, if you have questions. "Roots & Horizons" exhibition is on view until June 25, 2025 at the Clubhouse.
Come hear Martin Daubney discuss how to "Unlock Your Resilience: A Live Hands On Experience"Feeling the weight of stress? Struggling to stay focused under pressure? Or are you a "Stress Widow"?Join us for an eye-opening 45-minute session, where you’ll experience firsthand the groundbreaking techniques practical tools to shift from stress to calm, and insights into Heart-Brain Coherence—how to boost focus, energy, and well-being. Martin will do a live demo of HRV biofeedback technology and you will see how your emotions impact your performance.This hands-on, interactive session is designed to equip you with simple but powerful strategies to navigate stress, improve decision-making, and create a more balanced, high-performing you.
Registration/Cancellation Deadline: June 25, 2025
Please join us for a summer lunch bunch at the 000 Rooftop Restaurant. It is located at Bahnhofstrasse 74 in Zürich. The entrance is on the side (Uraniastrasse). www.ooo-zh.ch Space is limited.
Registration/ Cancellation deadline: June 20, 2025 Cost: Whatever you consume. Travel Guidelines: Take tram 6, 7, 13 or 11 to Rennweg and walk back 1/2 a block. Or it’s a short walk from the Zürich HB.
Have questions? Contact Sue R.: lunchbunch@awczurich.org
Join us for our monthly Women's Circle for connection and support. A women's circle is a safe space for women to come together, to share, connect, support, and empower each other. It is a space where each person is held, heard, and supported. Gathering in circle is an ancient tradition that helps us follow our internal wisdom to find what we need to heal and grow. It allows us to create common understanding amongst women, free of judgement. Circle is a fun and supportive environment where you can switch off, relax and focus on yourself all while enjoying the connection and support of other women. Each circle will have a specific theme such as self-love, gratitude, intuition, full/new moon, etc. We will include different elements of breath work, meditation, movement, music and maybe even a small craft. Come as you are: Wear what you are comfortable in or what makes you feel beautiful. Please bring a pillow to sit on. Yoga mats are available at the club. Cost: Free or Donation Based Registration/Cancellation Deadline: July 5, 2025 The women’s circle is offered on a free or donation-based model. If you are able, I welcome donations to help cover the basic costs of running the program, such as materials, and other operational expenses. Donations could be made via cash or Twint. This is open to members and nonmembers. For more information, contact Chantal.
Join us for our monthly book discussion. In July we will be discussing "Sandwich" by Catherine Newman.
Our American Women’s Club in Zurich is part of FAWCO region 6. FAWCO representatives of region 6 have organized a weekend at Valbella Resort Lenzerheide near Chur, which is an excellent area for a fun relaxing weekend with family. We would like to bring together members of our region clubs, which include Bern, Basel, Liechtenstein and Zurich. This is an opportunity to meet and get to know members of other clubs and learn from each other. The half-day conference on Sunday, September 14, will consist of lectures that are of interest to expats. All club members are welcome. The Lenzerheide area is good for walking/hiking. We will organize other activities on Saturday.
Cost: Varies Registration Deadline: August 30, 2025
Please contact your club FAWCO representative Wendy Cideciyan 079 312 5987 or whatsapp +65 9672 4617 or email FAWCO@awcbern.org
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