This was absolutely my favorite group fitness class that I have ever taken! The next day I really…read morefelt the workout, despite the fact that I had previously been working out regularly at Orange Theory Fitness. This workout hit tons of muscle groups that OTF had been missing! The equipment is also obviously quality- the treadmills are top notch and very supportive on the knees/body. I was impressed with the instructor Dom (informative, great tunes and energy) and have since returned and all the instructors have been awesome! The vibe at Runaway so welcoming and warm when you arrive that you almost forget you're about to get your butt kicked!! Can't wait to go back.

If you're looking for a butt-kicking HIIT workout, book a session at Runaway…read more They did a wonderful job turning a corner garage into a top notch gym. There are plenty of time slots to choose from, including an Oh:myghawd early session that fits your work day.

I recently tried out fit body for the first time with a friend. I generally enjoy tabatta and hiit…read moreclasses with a good amount of weight lifting. I honestly really enjoyed my first time at fit body and was appreciative of the high intensity workout only in 30 minutes! The 99th street location has lots of parking. The staff were beyond friendly and seemed to know all the members who came through. They have two individual washrooms and one single shower. It's not one of the more modern spots such as champs or studio b but for 99 a month, I'd say it's worth it. There are many classes available throughout the day and evening. Jen was fantastic. She explained everything well and motivated us throughout the session. Exercises were quick and intense and the session flew by. They were usually 2 strength based tasks followed by cardio filling a 1 minute time span with 4 sets total. It consisted of exercises such as battle ropes, burpees and deadlifts! I decided to do the the 3 trial pass where I get 3 classes for free to see how i like it. I will be going back next week!

Wowza! I was able to attend a free class here on Saturday morning…read more I consider myself to be decently fit, and this 30 minute class was definitely intense! Don't let the "Boot Camp" name scare you - the instructor was definitely not acting like a drill sergeant. She demoed the exersizes and motivated us. The manager, Jenn, was very accommodating and kind. I will definitely be returning!

I came for a group trial class last month and loved it!…read more If I lived southside I would be looking at drop in passes or membership here no doubt! The owner, Shara, taught us a group class and I loved it! She asked us about any injuries and took the time to come around and check in with us during our circuits for any modifications required. You'd be surprised how 30 second stations can kick challenge you yet leave you with enough energy to keep going. The warm up with the bands around our ankels, knees, and thighs was super challenging but also somehow stabilizing and didn't both my knees or back one bit! I loved the teamwork and atmosphere. The location is a bit off the beaten track in an industrial area but not a big deal. The inside is absolutely gorgeous! I noticed a sign that they also have "cold baths" and a "sauna." Sounds like the perfect way to end a workout here! I would absolutely recommend SVPT to anyone looking to challenge their fitness routine!

The other morning after some local MMA fights (and maybe a bit of overindulgence in the Strongbow…read moredepartment) I dragged my face off my pillow and joined my partner and other local mma fighter at SVPT to see what the hype is all about. I train Brazilian Jiu Jitsu at Complete Martial Arts and Fitness alongside some of the best MMA fighters in the city, including a couple UFC fighters - they all do personal training at SVPT and only say the best things about owner Shara Vigeant and her facility. Upon my 9am arrival at the centre, I was greeted at the door by 2014 Global Women of Vision 2014 award recipient Shara herself. She was bright eyed and bushy tailed with a smile and showed me where to put my things. After taking a gander at the walls lined with signed glossies of winning athletes singing Shara and her trainers' praises, she had me sign a waiver and get right out on the turf. Our session started with a warmup. We did a bit of foam rolling, some stretches, box jumps, chucked a medicine ball around. I started breaking a sweat right away, but I wasnt uncomfortable. As we were working, Shara asked me about previous experience with working out, the gym, my jiu jitsu classes, etc. I am a complete beginner and have never experienced any form of serious gym workout or personal training. I was in for a treat! I had a great time sweating my ass of and hauling my weight around. I was amazed to see the strength and stamina of the athletes I was working alongside. The workout was quick paced and interesting. Absolutely challenging and even fun. I learned how to swing a kettle bell around, use some resistance bands, do squats with an elevated leg (tough one!) and even pushed a weighted sled back and forth - all the while thinking: My ass is gonna look great. The SVPT facility is incredible. Larger than I thought it would be and Immaculately clean. The air is fresh and moving, clean towels and access to water bottle refill station are available to clients. I'm no expert on what makes for up to date things at the gym, but the equipment seemed new, modern and well maintained. Half of the floor is green astroturf (all the better to push a sled across, i guess!) The garage style door at the back allows for natural light to come in as the sun comes up. After my session, I mopped the sweat from my head and headed towards the change room to shower and change. The beautiful modern change rooms were like walking into a washroom in a showhome - except times six! A line of sparkling showers with temperature controlled taps (not like the push-button, lukewarm and timed showers at gyms and pools) were closed in their own cubicles with private changing area. Clean sinks and well lit mirrors (even a little basket with some toiletries you may have forgotten) would make SVPT a great place to start your day and still be able to freshen up before work and taking on your day. (did I mention how clean it is? You know me... I like my public places clean!) All in all, I have to say I'm actually shocked that I appear to be the first review of this place! I had a great time, have nothing but great things to say about SVPT. Shara was an enormous help every step of the way, ensuring my posture was correct and pushing me to move forward. It was definitely a treat to see what all the fuss is about! I will make a habit out of this.

Love the classes here, especially barre with Anna, strength and sweat with Natalie, and HIIT and…read morecore with Ann. Very professional instructors who take the time to make sure you are doing things properly and that you get a full body workout. Special shoutout to Natalie for making class enjoyable, challenging, and for her careful attention to our form while doing weights.

I have never had a membership to World Health Club so I can't comment on any pushy salespeople but…read morehave had the opportunity to visit and try out a few of their clubs. I've been to the Glenora location a few times; once for a class and the other time to work out on the machines. The last visit was to work out on a Saturday morning. The locker area is spacious and clean. The layout works that not everyone is in one area with one row of lockers like as some gyms. There are the full body length and half size lockers which is great and you need to bring your own lock. There are benches scattered around by the lockers. There are big mirrors, hairdryers, lotions, and I think even hairspray! There's a door to separate the lockers from the toilets and the shower area. The showers are huge and private, and they provide shampoo, conditioner, and soap. I didn't even need to bring a towel as they provide that as well! I went to the cardio machines where they have rows of bikes, ellipticals, and treadmills. I hopped on an elliptical but I didn't see the antibacterial wipes, which I like to use to wipe the machine before I use it in case the person before me didn't. The machines are great with each having their own tv and lots of channels! It makes the time go be quickly. I noticed where a few people were going to get wipes so I got some to clean my machine down. The free weights and weight machine area had lots of options so it wasn't too crowded. There were benches unoccupied it's nice there's room for everyone in the area. I also think there's a Women's Only area upstairs but I didn't check it out. Closer to the front by the offices are chairs which is great if you are waiting for a friend to come out of the locker area. The shoe area is also big so shoes are on top of each other. Great gym!

I came for a trial class and while I am still too self conscious to join, there was a wonderful…read morestaff named Aneesha who made me feel very welcome and comfortable. This was a good experience for me.

This is my favourite OT location. I love that there's lots…read moreof space in both the cardio and floor areas, and have never been in a situation where there was insufficient stations or machines. The classes tend to be less busy here, there is always lots of parking, and it's quick to hit the freeway back to Edmonton. It's also the home base for my favourite instructor Lisa, who is always positive and motivating, and really pays attention to peoples' form and offers feedback and modifications. She's absolutely the best! Becky is another great professional instructor. I like the staff in this location generally. One complaint I have is that a few months back, I noticed the class time slots were cut over the weekend - I wish there were classes past 1330h. I also think the floors and walls could be washed more regularly. I hate stretching out on walls covered with sweaty dirt marks from previous patrons, and getting coated in flooring chunks when doing floor work/stretches. The shower areas could be more clean too. Love the workout, been going for about 8 months now, and I have yet to be bored. I'm more of an outdoorsy sports person than a gym rat, so the fact I keep coming back is a real credit to the OT model.

It's always daunting to move gyms! I have been going to OTF since 2017 but always the downtown…read morelocation. The DT location was like a part of my family and you definitely get used to seeing the same friendly faces. But we moved to Meadowlark and this location is like 2 minutes from my house so it really didn't make sense for me to travel DT anymore. I have to say that they've cultivated the same type of friendly atmosphere and after being here for almost a year I am definitely feeling the same awesome vibe I did DT. These are fun workouts and it's always something different every time. I have seen substantial improvements in my strength from coming here. Staff are very friendly and helpful. I honestly have zero complaints about this location. They try to cultivate a fun culture by hosting "No Shower Happy Hours" and things like that as well. I'm not the type of person who likes to work out and never have been... but this I can tolerate. There are also "Lift" classes now that don't include the cardio portion. It's 45 minutes of lifting and I try to attend one or two of those a week. I think that's helped me a lot with my physique. One major negative is that the heart rate monitors you purchase never work! I would honestly recommend not buying them because I never wear mine since it is always off. I just wear my watch. As you all probably know, OTF is exorbitantly expensive - I believe I pay like $189 per month. I justify the cost because this is the ONLY form of exercise that I pay for. I no longer pay or go to the gym or any other type of group fitness. I do this 5-6x a week and that is it. I had a lot of sticker shock because the price really has gone up since I joined all those years ago, but this is the type of exercise that I need. I need a structured group class that is lead by a trainer, that I can just get in and get out in an hour. I know I get a good workout in these classes that I wouldn't get if I was doing it alone at a gym. This works for me and that is why I pay for it - but I won't pretend it is not expensive.

Liz is the BEST! Very mindful and thorough in her coaching style as well as super kind and caring…read more She's super funny as well and always has the best Dad jokes. Highly recommend her classes.

A great place to really get your sweat on! If you're looking…read morefor something different from regular gym memberships or more challenging workouts, might I suggest a CrossFit studio? With smaller class sizes, you can get more personalized attention/help from the instructors during classes, and make sure you are completing the exercises in correct form so as to prevent injury. They offer a range of memberships and classes/exercises not usually seen in other gyms/workout studios, like the multitude of arrangements and heights for bars, rings, and ropes. For those looking to try it out, I'd suggest the kickstart program - a 4 week program (12x one-hour sessions) that goes over every movement they offer and how to progress from whatever level you're starting at, which means ALL levels are welcome! A drop-in/punch pass is also a great place to start if you're wanting to check it out and get a feel for the space and instructors :) Remember to bring a water bottle and SMILE!!

One of the best crossfit gyms you will ever go to. If your in the area, drop in for an intense and…read morefriendly workout! The Coaches - Each and every coach, from the 4 owners to the new Level 1 coaches, are very knowledgeable. Whether it's your first time at a crossfit gym or your an elite competitor, they will give you tips on how to improve. EVERYONE gets some 1 on 1 instruction from a coach throughout the class (often there are 2 coaches). If you are struggling with something, they will put the extra time and effort into either give you new verbal cues, demonstrate a lift, show video clips, or researh new ideas - trust me, there's no movement you can't conquer! I have found that many coaches at other gyms either don't care about helping you improve and would rather chat with their buddies, or they just don't know how to help you.These coaches LOVE crossfit, and it shows. The Gym - The gym is bigger and better after they moved one door down - a larger space, new rig, extra weights, and new toys (ie axle bars, tires, atlas stones, punching bag, you name it). Plenty of space for the class, plus personal training, plus athletes doing their own workouts. Sometimes the workout is in the back parking lot, and there's a good running loop with minimal traffic. The Schedule - Armoury has the BEST schedule out of all crossfit gyms. They are pretty well open 6am-10pm, and are even open for a few hours (not just 1 or 2 classes like most gyms) on Saturday AND Sunday. The WODS - The workouts are programmed weekly by one of the coaches (regional competitor). There is always a new focus but the workouts are always unique. I have found that many gyms stick to the basics and it seems you're doing a similar wod every week, but Armoury is very good at throwing in new movements and pushing your limits! There is always a strength portion and a wod, plus extra credit if you must! And of course there are always tons of scaling options - technique comes first, and you only push yourself as hard as you want to. The Atmosphere - Everyone at the gym is very friendly, male and females, age ranges from late teens to senior. Come for a workout a couple times a week, or become a regular and get competitive - they've got the tools and resources to send people to regionals if you so desire!

If you are looking for a personal trainer, but don't want the typical gym experience, Korezone is…read moreyour place and Ciara and Angela are your go-to girls. I have not reviewed Korezone before now as I was a contract yoga instructor in their old facility and it would have been conflict of interest to pump them up. But I'm breaking the silence now because the Korezone team has moved - into the Pure Potential house on 122 St (+102 Ave) - and I am currently not working with them. Why does the world need to know about Korezone? What they offer, as people, as trainers and as health experts is so high-quality, so personalized, and so full of heart, you won't find a better guided fitness experience in the city. Everyone wants to get in shape after Christmas and before bikini season. Gym memberships sell like mad in the new year and at the end of winter but attendance drops off in February and the summer. These girls and the whole team of trainers at Korezone understand the barriers to true transformation from the inside-out and how to support clients through the burn-out phase of a fitness program. They go above and beyond, and treat you like family, and it is impossible not to thrive and discover your full potential under their wing. Finally, Korezone offers a boutique-style experience that includes an in-house massage service, offered by Tupelo Flo, which has moved with them into the Pure Potential house. The quarters are smaller than their first home in Oliver Square behind Safeway, however with less overhead and house-keeping duties, Korezone is free to do what it does best - help people help themselves be the best they can be.

Korozone is not just a gym or personal trainers, they truly care about their clients.read more