a NO for me. It was…read morevery confusing for me to find their entrance. The doors are located right next to the garbage bins, so the smell will be "pleasant". The receptionist was really nice to me. Their freaking toilets are dirty, nasty and smelly. The equipment is very old and there is only one cable machine which sucks. The smell inside the gym itself is really bad, so I suggest they would turn on the fans. Overall, I was disappointed because their reviews were mostly 5 star. Maybe they were just friends with the owner, Idk. P.S. The prices are great though $49 for students and $59 for regulars, but they do not even have a normal water fountain for reusable bottles.

The gym is a new thing for me and I'm not one for treadmills. That said, I've been working from…read morehome a lot recently and felt I needed something to help me get moving even when the weather is yucky outside. Elgin Fitness was a great choice for me because I don't feel any pressure from staff or members and there isn't a big financial strain. I was given a day pass to try out the gym before committing to a membership. There were no sign up fees and there isn't a contract (if you sign up for automatic payments, they want you to stay around for at least 5 months though) and no penalty for cancelling (just a 30 day notice). The rates are really reasonable--we got a couple's plan for $80 and you can't really beat that anywhere else. I really like that the membership includes access to yoga classes. I went to one today, my first ever, and found it to be a relaxing and invigorating experience. The instructor wasn't overly serious and she was open and made the environment feel safe. When I couldn't hold a pose for as long, or had to modify a pose, there was no judgement and I felt positive about my body. The change rooms have been clean and well kept every time I've gone. They even have hair dryers! There are showers, bathrooms, lockers, and a space for beautifying oneself. The change rooms have never been crowded and I've never had a problem getting a locker (free, just bring your own lock). The gym itself is everything that I need and nothing more. There are a variety of cardio machines--treadmills, stair climbers, ellipticals, upright bikes, recumbent bikes. I've never had to wait for a machine and everyone I've seen use them remembers to wipe them down after use. There is also a good assortment of weight training equipment and a stretching room. The stretching room has swiss balls and mats and the yoga classes are held here--which means the room isn't open to everyone when a class is in session. So if you're within walking distance of this gym, I would recommend trying it out.

An amazing gym, knowledgeable coaches that set the tone for a friendly and supportive environment…read morefor me to challenge myself without judgment. I'm in to my second month having started with the on-ramp, happy I did! The on-ramp showed the proper technique for the type of exercises that are done but most importantly to me, it identified the areas I need to work on such as flexibility. The coach explained how a lack of flexibility was causing issues with certain exercises, showed me workarounds and what I needed to do to gain the flexibility needed. In the short time I have been going to the gym, 3 times a week, I have started to gain that flexibility and I'm already noticing improvements with my overall fitness. I was looking for a gym that would set me up with a good overall fitness regime for both strength and cardio, my expectations have been exceeded.

My husband and I have been members for two years, and we've really noticed the care and attention…read morethe owner puts into this gym. There's nothing else like it nearby or even in Gatineau it's one of the only places with a full facility dedicated to both powerlifting and bodybuilding. It even has a posing room, which is such a great touch. We truly feel our best training here. Thank you, 613! Mon mari et moi sommes membres depuis deux ans, et nous avons vraiment remarqué le soin et l'attention que le propriétaire met dans ce gym. Il n'y a rien de comparable à proximité, ni même à Gatineau c'est l'un des seuls endroits avec une installation complète dédiée à la fois au powerlifting et au bodybuilding. Il y a même une salle de posing, ce qui est un excellent ajout. Nous nous sentons vraiment à notre meilleur en nous entraînant ici. Merci, 613!

MY FAVORITE GYM IN THIS CITY…read more This is definitely a treat if you're a serious lifter. Gym: - this gym is truely 24/7 - Half the gym is in kilos and half in lbs with competition equipment and calibrated plates - total of 8 squat racks, 8 deadlift platforms, 4 benches (with safety) - Olympic lifting platform - rowing equipments, cable machine, lat pull down, etc. - dumbbells at this gym go up to 180lbs - Cardio: assault bike - has showers and lockers - free parking People at the gym: - awesome and supportive. You really get to know each other and don't be afraid to ask questions or ask for a spot. - many are top level athletes but there are also beginners ! Don't be shy - owner is always listening to improvements and suggestion

I used to work on MetCalfe and made use of this place every lunch :)…read moreThe trainers are excellent! You make it what you want it BUT the trainers will push you and you'll lose and Tone up your body in no time! I owe a lot to Greco and highly recommend this gym! COVID has been tough on everyone! Do yourself a favour and trust me- Even try it out for a bit and see if it works for you :) Moving back to work downtown and plan on heading back daily :) -Sean

I've always hated gyms. The crappy music, the grim-eyed people, the smell, the jacked-up guys…read moredesperately trying to forget their scrawny high school selves. Ugh. I'd tried a bunch of the big corporate gyms and always quit. I'm not even sure why I decided to try Greco's 10-week plan. It's pricy, for sure, but some girls I work with had raved about it, and I knew a new one had just opened on Sparks. From the start, everything about this place appealed to me - knowledgable trainers, friendly owner, good space, short (45 min) classes. I wanted to die my first time out, but I slowly got stronger. And it's always fun. The style is crossfit-esque - weights and cardio mixed together - and the classes are no more than 25 (though if you pick the right times, you can end up with just 5-10 others). The change rooms are too small, but that's never been a huge problem for me. The location is great for those who live and work downtown. Basically, if you're willing to shell out some extra bucks, I can't recommend this place enough. I've been a member for six months now, and it's still never boring - and only annoying when Justin Bieber is on the music rotation.

After completing two months at Greco I must say I'm slightly addicted. The workouts are quick but…read moreintense, exciting and different every day :) This location is great.. the trainers are inspiring and the facility is clean! The only thing I'm a bit disappointed with is the absence of stretching after class.. with such high intensity I've always felt a stretch would be beneficial.. this is why I leave a 4 star. Anyone looking to see changes in their bodies and improve their fitness levels will find a great benefit by adding Greco to their day!

On a recent business trip to Ottawa I had the pleasure to visit this Goodlife Location. My hotel…read morehad a hotel gym, but I have a goodlife membership, and my hotel was just down the road, so why slum it when you can go to a full fledged gym. The check-in experience was ok. The front desk people were in a hurry to usher me in so they could get back to their chit chat. I had to ask for a towel, and the lady promptly turned away, I had to then ask to be pointed towards the mens change room. The change room was about on par with my home club - the lockers were a little nicer, and the showers were a little less numerous, and not as nice as Mississauga - Meadowvale. The club itself had one of the larger selections of cardio equipment that I've seen under one roof. Compared to my home club the clientele was a lot different. There seemed to be a lot more couples working out together - yet another reason for my wife to want to move back to Ottawa; but there were a lot of "Yo Bro" workout types which are a rare occurance in Mississauga. Still me and my water bottle found my usual assortment of equipment that I use, and got into my routine. I did my 1-hr workout in peace, got in some bonus time on the cardio equipment then made my way back to the hotel. One ergonomics consideration - the bin that I have to throw my used towel in, is out of my way to exit the gym, and tucked behind the "Yo Bro" trainer who was flirting with the front desk girls. In Meadowvale and even Calgary Eau Claire the bins are on your way. This could have been a four-star review had Goodlife hired helpful people to work the front desk.

Stuffy space no windows. Often have to wait for weights and racks in the evenings. There is a small…read morepool, classes and virtual fitness. Cleanliness average.

I love this gym! It is always clean, the equipment is new, and the trainers are fantastic. They are…read moretruly passionate about helping people achieve their fitness goals and create a great atmosphere for clients. In particular, DJ is a very dedicated trainer who makes working out fun yet focussed. He has a good individualized plan for each of his clients. After moving to Vancouver, I really miss training with him one on one! It is hard to find a trainer with his level of passion and professionalism.

I'll give this a 4 Star because you get a lot considering what you pay for…read more This review is specific to this location, which is located inside the Superstore. Because of that its hours are limited vs other locations which are 24hrs and bigger. It's a basic straight up gym, which is fine by me. Has a decent spectrum of machines, free weights, and cardio machines. The only thing that prevents the full 5 star is that the ventilation isn't that great. It's on an upper floor, with low ceilings, so it gets very very hot. But overall happy with the value for the low price point.

Honestly this is a great gym location. It is one of the only fit for less I tried that had a…read morestairmaster.I don't like cardio much in the stairmaster seems to be the only machine that motivates me to do some. Honestly I'm a big fan of fit for less they don't charge a big price plus if you get the premium membership you can share your pass with a friend. I have never shared mine but if you are in a relationship maybe you can share it with your spouse. I usually get the block past simply because it gives me the opportunity to go to any location. I like to switch it up because if I stay at the same location for too long I feel like I'm always doing the same workouts. If you want to try a free workout. I believe they give free days to try it out every last Thursday of the month. I would get a membership again in a heartbeat if I didn't live so far now. They have a similar gym in Quebec that is named econofitness... I would love if I could use this pass for both. I also forgot to mention if you do get the black card you can get water bed massage or tanning beds unlimited. I think that's a pretty sweet deal. Your black purse is 10.99$ biweekly and your regular pass I believe is 4.99$ biweekly. Honestly you get great equipment for what you pay for. The machines are printing you and when some of them get broken and it usually doesn't take long before they get fixed.