Great gym in a wonderful location close to quite a few good stores Great mall…read more The gym from inside is really sprawled out out on the same floor Lots and lots of equipment treadmills cycling and lots more The pool is very good too Very nicely designed and maintained The disappointment is their washrooms are all wet no one to clean them The cons are is they don't have. Enough ppl to keep their washrooms clean However The locker rooms are very nice and clean The other cons are there is no equipment for lower body workouts They are lots of equipment for upper body workout but none for lower body There are 2 to 3 equipment for lower body which is not good and ppl waiting in queue to use it So if you want a lower body workout this place is not for you

Decent gym located in Dundas and Dixie! This is close by to so many things such as a freshco,…read morerexall, gongcha, and more which makes it a neat little plaza to go to! Overall, a really good location with plenty of parking. Inside the gym itself, they have a variety of equipment which is nice. They also have a pool and classes as well which is cool. I like the look of the gym and the location and so this is a gym I frequent and would recommend. The membership is pricier than other gyms but I would say it is worth it.

I have been training virtually with Andrei for about 8 weeks, 2xweek for 30 minutes and have gained…read morestrength and have zero pain. I have chronic back problems and the pain and debilitation are gone and I can walk with no problems anymore. I feel incredible and about 10 years younger! His training has been my miracle cure, I can't say enough good things about him.

Had a great workout here today and Andrei proved to be the consummate professional…read more New Element has an excellent collection of MedEx equipment and staff. I interview and train with some of the most talented and qualified strength coaches in the industry so I can say confidently that New Element is delivering a world-class product. Thank you Andrei and New Element, you give budding strength coaches something to aspire to and make our industry proud!

Kathleen has been my personal trainer for about 2 years now and this may sound cheesy, but I feel…read morelike a whole new person! I was paired up with her at another gym, and I was looking for someone that can help me with my endurance (but I hate cardio) and alignment/stretching, with some strength training too. Kathleen is so well rounded and so knowledgeable that she can accommodate anything and anyone. She works me hard, but with the variety of exercises (she still introduces something new every time I see her) you barely notice the time passing by. She's trained also for pilates and has a reformer at the gym. I like that I get a bit of everything - interval training on the xtrainer, pilates, abs stuff, sliding around on gliders, mat work, weights on machine or free. I don't know where she invents these exercises but they work! I really started seeing results after 6 months. I can hold my planks comfortably, I can do more than 10 push ups. I can run for more than 30 seconds. Sounds lame, but the healthier and stronger I get, I actually enjoy going hiking and doing active stuff. And yoga got easier to handle too. And the best part? It's like a made a new friend. The time flies by as we're chatting away about anything and everything. We even have a mutual friend! And you're working with someone that is passionate and has an avid interest in well being. She also started advising me about eating habits and nutrition too. She works with people of all ages, and will adjust the exercises based on needs and ability. i.e. for my mom, she doesn't make her do pushups on her weak wrists, but against a wall so it's less force. Just check out all her credentials on the website. She's everywhere too. You'll see her articles in all over local newspapers, the web and magazines like Chatelaine and Glow. The other good thing is that I don't have to pay a gym membership or anything. Her fees are $70-80 depending on how many you get per 1hr session. And that's it! You can go as often or as little as you like. Okay enough bragging, but she's changed my life!

This YogaTree location is larger than the one at Richmond and Spadina, but the quality of the…read moreinstructors, The cleanliness, the amenities are similar. I had a hot yoga class here and was pleased with the level of instruction and the speed of the class even though I was a beginner. Same with the other location. They provide free tea and lemon water to enjoy in the lounge area. You can also purchase yoga mats and other yoga equipment here.

Oh yeah, baby, I'm coming out of Yelp retirement to write this review…read more I have attended nearly 100 classes at Yogatree, so I hope I have qualified to write a review of this studio. Today I was left very disappointed by the studio. I bought a 20 class pass a year ago (c.f.: have attended nearly 100 classes!) -- at the time, I didn't know that the class passes EXPIRE AFTER ONE YEAR! Well, I suppose you can guess what happened. I was abroad for six months in the previous year, so I didn't get the chance to finish using all my classes before they expired. When I visited the studio to ask if they could take pity on me and my expired classes, since I was out of the country for most of the previous year, I was told that the policy is that they charge a $100 fee to "reactivate" expired classes. Now is probably a good time to mention that the 20 class pass, which I was not told would expire in a year when I bought it, was over $500. I'll let you judge whether you think these policies are appropriate. Regardless of whether you think they are or not, I should say that, before writing this review, I looked all over the Yogatree website to find any evidence of these two "policies". Maybe it was my fault for not knowing? Well: I could not find a single mention of the $100 reactivation fee ANYWHERE on the website. I do have to credit them for listing the class pass expiry date... AFTER you have purchased the class pass but not anywhere before payment!!! I wish I didn't have to write this review -- I have met some wonderful teachers and enjoyed some great classes at both the Bay/Dundas as well as the Richmond/Spadina locations. But you cannot have "policies" that people aren't aware of until it's too late.

Professional help to recover full mobility. I had a knee injury and was struggling before my…read moresurgery, Angela recommended some exercices to gain some strenght prior to the surgery to help recover speadily after. Very satisfied with her evaluation and suggestions; the owner is passionate and has a keen eyes for details, she is worth consulting and working with.

I've been coming to Angela weekly for almost 9 months now and it was one of the best decisions I've…read moremade regarding my health. She's taught me so much about my own body and how to use it better, I used to not work out at all, but have been doing private pilates lessons with Angela and group barre classes and it's been a great combo for me personally. In fact, my barre teachers have asked if I (who for all my life have been the furthest thing from athletic) have a dance background or have noted that I seem very aware of how to move my body. This is all Angela. When I first started here and she asked me to breathe into my back or relax certain muscles, I thought that was an impossible ask but we've gotten there. I try my best to do the homework she gives me since I find it really pays off and she's constantly tweaking my exercises based on my progress. It really feels like she's on my side. I feel stronger and leaner and definitely have a better posture. Please note that there are two (adorable) cats at her place - I'm allergic but the workouts are worth it to take some allergy medicine.

My boyfriend just had his first training session with Leigh, and he was super-impressed by her,…read morejust as I am. Leigh is sensitive, patient and professional, and also knows how to kick your butt into shape! I don't do well in a corporate gym setting, so to have a trainer who will come to me for a session in my condo or even in the park is an awesome alternative. Here's a bit from the website: "Prime Fitness was founded by two sisters with a vested interest in health, fitness and well-being. Leigh Graham, an experienced fitness specialist with a Kinesiology degree, and Lara Jacob, a qualified Nutritional consultant (and Naturopathic doctor candidate), we are confident that we can help you with all of your fitness, health and nutrition goals. We also make it convenient for you by visiting you right in your home!" I would recommend Leigh to anyone who needs a personal trainer, regardless of their age or fitness goals. She is a pleasure to work with, insomuch as working out can be pleasurable....

I started with Leigh about 8 weeks after my son was born. I had 8 weeks after that to fit into a…read morewedding dress that I had purchased prior to being pregnant. (No pressure) I started off with the warm up package so I could get my eating on track as well. Leigh and Lara were amazing.. Lara helped me get back on track and figured out exactly what I need to do with my diet in order to reach my goal considering that I was still feeding my son. Leigh came to my house each session and worked with not only my environment, but my new son's mood. some days we needed to incorporate him and she didn't miss a beat. Each session, she read my ability and matched it to perfection. I pushed myself like I had never done before. I reached my goal in in the end which was huge (I gained 40 pounds, lost 20 in the first 8 weeks and 20 with the team). I not only fit into my dress but feel so much better and have the energy I need to get through the day. I look better than I did before the baby, I kid you not. I highly recommend. HIGHLY. Denise, Toronto

I loved training with Jess! She was very motivating, knowledgeable and I always looked forward to…read moreour sessions. I definitely did things I did not think I was capable of doing! I was looking for confidence in the gym and she certainly helped me out with that. I highly recommend her!

Jess is an awesome trainer! I started working out with her to get fit in time for my wedding and…read moreher workout plans and guidance made all the difference. I was able to shed over 30 pounds with her help. Not only that, but I felt stronger and stronger every time I worked with her. Her workouts are tough and so much fun. The workouts changed every time I saw her so I never knew what to expect and that kept things fresh. Sometimes we worked out outside without any equipment. Other times, we used equipment in ways I didn't know was possible. I've learned so much from her and my experience at the gym will never be like it used to thanks to Jess!

I signed up for one month of Bang's hybrid training program. Overall, a highly recommended…read moreexperience! The context: I was super active in my 20's - crossfit, MMA gyms, and at-home training. I've since become quite a couch potato in recent years, and wanted to get back into training in a safe and sustainable way. I've had too many false starts where I would hop back into a strenuous regime and skip gym days because of extreme soreness or disappointment. The owner, Geoff, convinced me this was the right place. The good: A training paradise. Tons of the best gear, including hard-to-find things like battle ropes and a sled. Never having to fight for space to train. Super knowledgable staff that are just fun to be around. Fun and varied routines that got me back on track and feeling confident by the end of the month. Everything is clean, tidy, odour free. The bad: I can see cost being an issue for some people. I'd suggest talking to the staff to see what works best for your fitness goals.

In a downtown Toronto gym long, long, long ago...(a year and a half to be exact)…read more A not so young gym jedi (me), fought to free her republic from the criminal gang known as FAC. (Fats, Alcohol and Carbohydrates) Pursued across the GTA restaurant scene by the Imperial forces, she fought valiantly to resist the dark side (inactivity). Using the teachings (workouts) of her Jedi master; Obi Wan 'G' (Geoff) Kenobi, she was able to build strength and improve her mobility. Together with her devoted and wise side master Kazim and her foam roller, she battled and battled....Then finally decided she needed a change of scenery and moved to another galaxy. May the force (i.e. Protein) be with you.... Whether you're a budding star athlete or a joe schmoe looking to improve your body composition, Bang Fitness can help you with physical development needs. I've had the privilege of training with Geoff and his great staff at Bang during my time in Toronto and I've definitely noticed some changes in my physical form, energy and mentality. While it wasn't all roses all of the way, they made some great strides over the past year in their staff, facilities and programming. Seriously these guys are ready to rock. I'm happy with the changes I've seen in myself and I'm keen to continue my progress even though sadly I'll be leaving these good people behind. Whereas before I used to bellyache about lifting heavy weights or pushing massive objects I now find myself relishing round after round of sweaty punishment! What makes Bang awesome: 1. People come here to work. There's two main options for gym-goers here: semi-private training under the guidance of several coaches or regularly scheduled classes such as kettle bells or metabolic circuits. Each visit, I see gym goers of all ages strutting their stuff and pushing their limits. Vanity gym bunnies: check your egos at the door. 2. Old school programming. Prowlers, bumper plates, kettlebells...all the good stuff is here. You worried about form? They'll show you the basics and graduate you on to harder exercises along your journey. Long term success is not compromised for short term results. 3. Passionate and down to earth staff. They'll let you know if you can perform that set with a heavier weight. They're concerned about your movement but they also want to see you working to your fullest potential as well. Caveats? There are a couple. The shower and change rooms are small and merely ordinary. In fact, the whole space will come as a let down to anyone used to training in a boutique gym environment. Substance and functionality before style. And yes, it's expensive. Bang is by no means cheap but the prices are reasonable for what you get in return. You could bang it out (no pun intended) on the machines at your local Goodlife but you would not get nearly the amount of personalized attention and advice at this independent outfit. If you're serious about making some gains in your physical fitness, check these guys out!