I had been feeling defeated in all my efforts to lose weight and get healthy. I had tried several…read moreweight loss programs but couldn't keep going long enough to lose any significant amount of weight. I had been a member at several gyms and always began with gusto and good intentions but lost interest and eventually stopped going. Something had to change! I found Pure FX Fitness on line and decided that it was time to try again. It was close to my house and maybe I would find motivation. From the minute I entered the gym, I felt welcome. I was greeted by the owner, Andrew and he gave me a tour of the facilities. I like that it wasn't a huge gym where I would get lost in the crowd. Andrew took his time with me and explained what the gym had to offer. There were a variety of classes and personal trainers to help me stay motivated. I decided that this was the right place for me to get what I needed. I joined at the beginning of November, got personal training sessions and got the body I always wanted! I have lost 25lbs and have muscles! I have been receiving many compliments on my appearance and I have never felt better! I love that it is a small gym and that I will see many familiar faces each time I go there. It is a very motivating environment, with lots of help and encouragement from the staff, trainers and members. I would highly recommend this gym and am eternally grateful for all the help and encouragement and support given to me by Lora and Andrew! (co-owners)

This is supposed to be a "boutique club", but it's more like a small hall, with a semi-second drop…read morefloor and w handful of machines. The owners/managers are very arrogant, acting like the place is such a big hit, while in fact it'x empty and they're begging for customers, they cut their hours, close on Sunday and cut off many of their classes... Aside from all that, the price is jacked up at $100+tax per month on a 3 months contract, and $75 plus tax on a 1 year contact! In addition, they have no sauna, no steam room, no pools, and the place looks and feels very dirty and outdated. Personal training add-ons is pushed on you very aggressively, at about $35/$40 per session.

I was never a fan of working out. but all that changed since…read moreI became a Member at OTF Elgin Mills. The staff are welcoming and the coaches give me the motivation that I need to keep going. it's a great class, give it a try.

Really motivating, time efficient workout regimen. The trainers are GREAT, the music is awesome and…read morethe all around approach to fitness and fantastic. For true fitness buffs, this likely will be a compliment to your core workout regimen - ie hit your standard gym 3x per week and go here 2x per week.

Very welcoming! Such a great vibe! And "well equipped" is a BIG understatement: loving all the new…read moreequipment options, so far, and still discovering... seems like they're constantly adding and updating.

Tried for 3 days to ask someone a couple of questions about memebership and never got any calls…read morereturned...doors are locked, no proper info on them...total waste of my time which I thought was too bad because they're right in my building.... Until i went literally across the street and got a great membership at less than half the price...

This is a pretty bare bones establishment. There are minimal staff, it's pretty small, and the…read moreequipment variety is roughly on par with your typical chains. I do really like it here, though. It's open 24/7, which has come in handy more than once. Because it's no frills (and therefore less "sexy" and "appealing), the people who use the gym tend to be much more inclusive and respectful than those that I would run into at Goodlife or LA. On top of that, because it's not as well known or advertised, it's usually pretty empty in there (for me that's a plus, maybe for you it's a minus?). For me, the biggest draw is the fact that there are three squat racks, and you rarely have to wait for one to open up. The tough part is that there is only one area for accessory work, and it's often occupied by classes during peak hours. If you're looking to do a workout that may require a bit more space you should probably go during business hours or later at night.

As opposed to many clubs who swindle you into a contract, here you pay on a monthly basis! Open…read more24/7 which is the biggest upside for me as im not bound to any specific hours. No frills, chicks wont like it too much, but a decent place for a dude to work his ass out!

I have never tried cross fit training before and I attended 3 sessions with my colleagues and it…read moreblew up my mind, and of course my muscles! Lol! They have great variety of stat-of-the-art equipment; rowing machines, assault bikes, bikes, etc. They also offer yoga classes and squash lessons. The change rooms are super tidy and spacious. The Owner and trainers are very helpful and explain all the events before you start your workout; they also walk around to correct your posture during the exercises.

Awesome gym. Extremely professional, great staff. One of the best CrossFit gyms I've dropped in!read more

I absolutely love this gym and program!!! F45 has many benefits for its members. My sister in law…read moreloss 50 pounds in 6 months. Yes you read that right. Five Zero. Long story short she credits F45 for the life changing transformation. This Don Mills location is REALLY GOOD because it has FREE parking, CLEAN washrooms and Multiple Showers, and the place is actually really big compared to the other F45 Locations! If you are thinking about joining F45 they have a 2 week trial that you can try out. The cool thing is they have an App that you can use to book your classes online. They have classes in the evenings and early Mornings so you have 0 excuses to miss a workout. The actual workouts are really good with a Combination of Cardio and Strength training. EVERY DETAIL AND SECOND is STRUCTURED which I love. I go to the 6am class and it ALWAYS STARTS at 6am with no bullshit and all the equipment is already set up. I have been to other group fitness gyms and I can tell you that nothing compares to F45. I love the fact that they have MULTIPLE TV screens that show you the workouts, show you the routes, show you the times for the workouts, and they even have a Heart Rate Monitor that you can purchase that tracks your calories burned. You get an Automatic email sent to you letting you know EXACTLY how many calories you burned that day so it motivates you to do more and better for next time. Some mornings when I do not feel like working out, I can tell you that all I have to do is SHOW UP and I never regret the calories I burned or the weights I destroyed that day. Thanks to F45 I know that the workout will be STRUCTURED so I just follow the screens and listen to the trainers. PLUS the members all encourage each other and there is 0 judgement. We all start somewhere and its always nice to go "where everybody knows your name." Another great thing about this gym is that the owner Ahmed is extremely personable and makes himself available via Phone, emails, text, and in person for any questions or inquiries you have and he is extremly encouraging. Also the trainers that all work here ALL are Ripped and LOOK FIT! That is always an Important factor that I look for. Shout outs to Miguel, Micha, and Jenna for always pushing us to be our best and representing the F45 BRAND! The only downfall to this gym is that they do not have a "magic pill" that will give you a 6 pack in 24 hours....but I am sure they are working on it. Haha! Just do the 2 week trial. Show up. Work your ass off and I promise you will become an F45 addict like so many of us already are!

I'm all about group training and motivational classes, but there were some factors as to why this…read morewas 3 star rating. - Space: the little amount of washrooms and showers was not what I expected. After a high intensive workout I usually like to relax in a women's change room and take my time to get ready. At this location I feel rushed knowing others are waiting for one of the washrooms/showers. On top of that there is no separation of men and women (I didn't mind) but I heard others complaining. - Workout: 45mins of intense sweat and a series of stations. As a first timer, and regular at my local gym the cardio sessions are what killed me (in a good way). However, some of the workouts were quite dangerous if you haven't done something similar before. - Staff: PHENOMENAL. Everyone was so encouraging, polite, friendly and welcoming. Even the other people taking the workout class were so kind, such a great environment. However, I would have liked a few more staff members to be present during the workouts to ensure everyone was doing each move with the correct form because sometimes you just don't know. These classes were so encouraging and exciting, it's always great to try something new! Although, the costs per week & monthly are where they fall short. I hope they release a better plan in the future.

From the moment I stepped inside for the first time, Leah, Peter and the team have consistently…read moreexceeded my expectations with their knowledge and care for each and every one of their clients at Quantum CrossFit. Simply put, it is everything I want from a gym, without any of the stuff I have come to hate with gyms (insert pushy sales and diet lectures!). Not only have I made significant strides in my fitness level, I am also been addressing some nagging injuries with the help of the Team. The individual attention you get while you are working out and the tailored programs they provide you to attain your goals are amazing. The clients are pretty cool too!

Firstly, Crossfit rocks. A fitness routine that incorporates a dynamic range of movements from…read moreburpees to pull ups to olympic weightlifting movements to sprinting. It pretty much encapsulates various aspects of fitness and tightly packs it into 1 hr classes. If you're really looking to jump start your health, physique and overall athletic ability, you should look no further than Crossfit. Hmm I sound a little brainwashed don't I? Well try it and you'll get brainwashed too. Just to let you a bit of my background pertaining to this, fitness is an important part of my life. I make it mandatory to exercise frequently and a lot of my extra curricular activities are physical (volleyball, dragon boat, adventure racing). I've gone through a whole 90 days with P90X and saw some decent results but I want to push it further and Crossfit seemed like a perfect fit. Location: What attracted me most was the location of this gym. Most of the crossfit gyms are downtown but this one is the only one I've found that is more uptown. That alone, makes this gym a solid choice for those looking to try it out but don't live downtown Facilities: Like most Crossfit gyms, the main elements required empty spaces with pull up bars on the wall, rings hanging from the ceiling, olympic barbells/dumbells, and medicine balls. This gym is not fully equipped like a Goodlife with elliptical machines or exercise machines because that's not really what the sport entails. There is one washroom (no shower) and individual change room that are very well maintained. Overall, the gym is very clean despite having that garage gym feel which is super cool. You can tell how much a gym owner cares by how well they maintain the facilities and it's pristine(Yes, as a Crossfit tradition, you're supposed to collapse to the floor after workout and this floor is very clean). It's a bit small in comparison to the likes of CrossfitTO, but is okay for the average class size (5-8). Classes/Membership: This gym runs on the instructional class methodology with room for specialized programs once you've become familiar with proper form. Like any sport, there are skills that need to be taught properly to avoid injury and ensure proper muscle development. I can't count the number of times I've seen people in the gym lifting big weights but with really bad form. Sure, it's an ego thing and I was like that too but no more. Having instructional classes allow for injury prevention and proper muscle development. As classes are typically not that large (5-8 people per hour), the trainer is able to assist everyone. Classes usually are composed of a strength development component and a metabolic conditioning part (more cardio-esque but with weights sometimes) and last about an hour.(no more of that 2.5 hours at the gym nonsense) Everyone tries to motivate each other during the workouts and the trainers are always being vocal and pushing you along. These classes are ideal for those who don't have much time for the gym but want a workout that is short but high intensity. Trust me, you don't want to work out anymore after just 1 hr here...unless you're crazy. Trainers: Couldn't ask for better bunch of people. They pay attention to your specific needs and suggest things. They scale/modify workouts to your own abilities. They provide you with nutritional advice. They are constantly taking courses to better their understanding of fitness and mobility. They definitely challenge you but don't make you feel like you don't belong. The culture fostered in this gym is definitely one where you can make friends and have social gatherings if you feel so inclined. Overall: Just a great facility overall. As I'll update with a link in the future, this gym was voted best fitness gym in Toronto by the NOW magazine readers! Will post link when available. That alone is a statement in itself. Please don't be hesitant to try it out because you think you're not fit enough. Like I said before, the trainers pay specific attention to everyone and will appropriate workouts according to your own abilities so that you still feel challenged but not pushed over the edge. You have to start somewhere and when you do, this gym will help you see improvements like you've never imagined.

Great boutique circuit-training/ strength-training gym. The work outs are pretty challenging, even…read morefor someone experienced. The coaches are very motivating. The work outs are about 30 minutes so it's easy to go everyday if you aren't sore. I find the FIT room very reasonably priced for how knowledgable and hard the workouts are. Highly recommend just trying it for a week! (they have a special offer)