After reading Marie F's review, I have say I was a little surprised, yet that said, I know exactly…read morewhich class she went to in 2011 and I can say that will NEVER happen again. That 'instructor' is no longer with the bootcamp. There are 4 different, knowledgeable, trainers for 5 nights a week. Each class is different, with Boxfit on tuesdays, Pilates on wed, bootcamp Mon, Thurs, Friday. Love the variety. It's tough but you get a great workout. They incorporate everything from kettle bells to bosu balls. The trainers are helpful, where they will point out how you can do an exercise better without making you feel like an idiot. Classes are small so you get the attention that's needed. I've made some great friends here, learned a ton, not only about exercise but also nutrition and health. Love this place...

This place was a joke!…read more I have done plenty of Bootcamps in my life and I can't believe these guys actually have paying clients... I paid $20 for 5 classes via Deal Canada.ca and I still feel thoroughly ripped off. First off there is the Website. A jumbled nightmare sales pitch more concerned with talking about "why we are better" than provide basic info like parking information, instruction on getting into the building (which was locked upon arrival) or the fact that a mat is required! I was expecting to have a registration session. This would be where you'd be measured, weighed and given a waiver to sign... none of that was done. What if we would have gotten injured in class? Instead, when we walked in the instructor was eating and telling us he hated DealCanada (awesome... nice to meet you too!) He tried hard to get to know us... too hard even. Barking out our names as some kind of turrets mnemonic device he had created for bootcamp (see... we ARE better!) The bootcamp lasted about 45 mins! The "warmup consisted of swinging our legs front to back than side to side... TAH DAH you are warm right?! Then we used resistant bands, puny kettle-balls and medicine balls. There wasn't enough equipment for everyone so some of us had to struggle with weights too heavy or breeze through with weights too light. I broke a sweat during the floor work because frankly my core sucks but for the most part my heart rate stayed pretty mellow. If this was a decent workout I shouldn't be able to have a full conversation with full breath. In fact I was able to come up with witty quips for every time our idiot instructor decided to randomly say my name, ask me stupid questions or tell the class he hates Yoga (really?!) My favourite part of class was the "stretching" at the end where the instructor said: "Just stretch what needs to be stretched" and watch us do whatever stretches we knew. In my opinion this is a terrible workout, and in some cases dangerous as I saw older woman adopt terrible form as they flung kettle-balls over their heads while locking their knees etc... If you bought a voucher here try to get a refund because it's not work it at all.

I'm new to The Bootcamp Factory and I can already say I love it! Ellysia and Barry and very…read moreattentive to each of their members before, during, and after the workouts. I found out about them and started going there after buying a Groupon deal for $39 - 28 days of unlimited classes. Its a steal when you realize how good the classes are. It can be done by anyone regardless of your fitness level. They always ensure you're doing the exercises properly and feeling okay as it gets more intense. They're always available to talk whether it's about exercises, food, success stories or anything else. I had a muscle cramp a few days ago and Ellysia helped me with stretching exercises, classes and tips on how to get better from it. This "one on one coaching" opportunity you get before and after your workouts is amazing and doesn't make you feel like you're just one more person as you can sometimes feel at your local gym. Highly recommended!

I tried to leave a review on google but wouldnt work. This dojo is great. Ive been training with…read moresteve for a little over 2 weeks now and all I can say is what an amazing instructor. The place is clean and steve knows his stuff. Its all about learning the right technique and hes all about that. Also appreciate the extra time he spends with me with no extra cost. Hes very passionate and professional. Totally recommend to anyone looking for a place to train and learn properly.

I had really enjoyed my classes there when I opted for their 6 month membership. The class itself…read moreand the instructors that I've had were great, so I did not mind driving 30-40 minutes to the classes. Compared to other places I've been to, it was a really effective work-out class and they really helped improve on your kickboxing skills. They're serious about the lessons, not just focusing on cardio. During the summer, you'd see a lot of regulars and also new members joining. My rating for the gym would be 2.5 stars. The reason for the rating is for its customer service and miscommunication. When I decided to start and opt in for 6 months, I felt really welcomed as a new member for the first month. Normally I never sign up for long term memberships, however, I decided to opt in because I was told I could hold the membership if I go out of town or am not able to go even with the membership I'm getting. Two months went by and I contacted the owner directly via e-mail and text informing him that I would like to put it on hold for July, but I was not able to due to short notice. I then requested for September to be on hold during August. I finally hear back requesting for more information, and had responded to it. FOUR months went by without a word, so I decided to follow-up. It was then he informed me that I had to sign a form to change the status of my membership. When I went the same weekend, the owner was not available but had told another instructor to attend to me, that I was there to cancel the membership, which was not my intent at all as I have been requesting for it to be on hold. I contacted the owner wanting to clarify, but it was not until then that I was provided for all the information that I needed over August until January. I wasn't given proper information I needed and wasted my membership for the last couple of months, and no accommodations were made. Great class.. but I felt like the customer service could improve by a lot, and definitely felt the information could have been provided more clearly and much more efficiently.

Instructor: The instructors all have really good energy…read morelevels. Rami is by far the 11/10 best trainer I have ever had at any fitness studio including F45 and Orange Theory locations throughout the GTA and Toronto. I would really recommend his classes. He is really knowledgeable about form and correcting you and has the perfect balance of pushing you when needed and also knowing when to lay off if you are struggling or at your limit. There is one personal trainers during the class that go around and motivate you, correct your form, ensure you are pushing yourself while being safe and enjoying the class. Class and Atmosphere: The intensity is quite good with 500-600 calories burned on average. The class is usually divided into 60 mins: 20 mins treadmill, 20 mins weights, 20 mins rowing. The one instructor is shared amongst all areas of the class. The instructor will call out instructors for all 3 sections. There is TV screens to provide video examples of how to perform the weight-based exercises. The classes get booked VERY FAST and it is hard to get a time slot that is popular such as 12PM on a Saturday unless you book it in advance. Cost/Benefit: I found that the sharing of the instructor was a bit less interactive, than other studios like F45 where you get more attention from the instructor and do not have to rely on a TV screen or peers as much. I also found the cost of the class to be a bit high considering you are more self directed on the treadmill and the rowing machines, so 2/3 of the class cost is really to do things without alot of attention or instruction. Fitness Level: The demographic is truly a range at this location from 20s-50s. I would say this is the "fittest" group of participants I have ever seen in the GTA. If you get motivated by watching other people absolutely CRUSH the workout, this location is for you. Lots of highly motivated and fit individuals. It can be a bit intimidating, but everyone is lovely and supportive. I would say there are certain injuries that would be hard to do in this class. If you have a leg or back injury this would be difficult with lots of burpees, running, rowing. Those are common exercises that would be difficult to modify. Amenities: There is a water bottle station. There are areas to place your belongings but they are not locked. The stations are well cleaned, and instructors provide cleansing wipes for the equipment as you switch to different parts of the class.

My health is worth more than the membership…read more Those that don't like the price should jog outdoors and stop complaining. Save the membership fees and also not gain the benefits of the scientifically designed exercises that do much more than develop muscle groups. It's a family/team environment, membership has many more rewards than the those found in other fitness facilities. I'm a tough sell and bought into the theory.

Great gym! Most instructors are really good, friendly and really push you. Nice facilities. Smaller…read morethan the Davisville location. Good location right on the Danforth means I stuff my face with Greek food after an intense work out. Some days are super hard and others aren't. Depends on who's teaching. Usually an intense workout. A great Muay Thai gym! One of my favourites. I also love Krudar.

Today was my second class. The studio was open earlier than last time, so people could arrive early…read moreand just chill, or do their own warmup before class. The one thing that I LOVED today compared to last time was that their central air conditioning was on. Previously, the AC wasn't turned on and the space quickly turned into a sweat box, so today was much, much better. Again, Andrew led the warm up and conditioning section, and again, it wasn't an overly complicated work out. Seemed less intense than last time however. One thing that I noticed today compared to last time, was that they don't have a lot of dumbbells/kettlebells for the conditioning section. I feel like they should stock more 10, 12.5 and 15 lb weights since those seem to be the most popular. The ones left over always seem to be either 5 lb or 25 lb; as a result, I have to go to the 5 lb one (which is way too light for me) since 25 lb is too heavy. Levi wasn't here today, so Erin taught the beginners (3 of us today, a good sized group). Erin was friendly, and a great teacher (she also does a good Gollum impression watch out). As a studio, they also maintain a good standard of hygiene - immediately after someone cut their foot and blood got on the mats, Erin immediately helped him clean up and bandage his foot. Afterwards, she made sure the mats were properly disinfected before resuming teaching.

If you like convenience and are shopping for a one-stop shop, YOGAthletix conveniently combines…read moreinterval training, HIIT, Barre Fit and yoga all in one studio. Even if you're unsure, YOGAthletix very generously offers a 1-week unlimited free trial promo code when you sign up for their newsletter. REGISTRATION All administrative work happens online via MINDBODY's platform/mobile app. If you're comfortable navigating other apps and webpages, it's superbly easy to sign-up and cancel classes. Personally, I've tried to cancel classes at least 24 hours in advance, and have signed up for classes as late as 30-minutes before class start. Obviously the earlier you sign-up/cancel is ideal, because it helps the instructors plan for numbers and any group/partner work. As for what to expect when you arrive, there are no reception staff and you simply find your name on a tablet and check in. CLASS SCHEDULE With classes as early as 6:30AM during the week and as many as 3 classes on a week night, another bonus of YOGAthletix is its flexibility to offer something for diverse schedules. On the weekend, it has 3 classes each day, with a 8:30AM start on Saturday and 9:30AM start on Sunday. Many of these classes are also consecutive, with no extended breaks in between, making it easy to stack your visit with multiple classes. As well, the classes are scheduled in a way that you do get a break, i.e. HIIT right before yoga, followed by Barre Fit. Most of the classes are 50-minutes each, with approximately 5 minutes dedicated to warm up at the start and 5 minutes to stretch at the end. The 10-minute buffer is great to allow traffic to flow in and out and to allow adjustments in the set up. CLASS FORMAT In terms of the format of the classes themselves, GETnFIT and GETnRIP'D are both interval based training, where FIT is focused on cardio and RIP'D, as the name suggests, on strength and toning. Logistically, GETnRIP'D will move you through various stations in groups of 2+, and GETnFIT is all mat based---but don't be surprised if there are some partner work thrown in for fun like punches. In all the class offerings, GETnRIP'D is the only class where you'll need athletic footwear. All other classes are done barefoot with the option of keeping your socks. For tips on what to bring and what to expect, be sure to refer to YOGAthletix's FAQ page. In terms of yoga, I'm personally not as experienced, but having the 1 week trial definitely gave me a greater appreciation for yoga. Previous to YOGAthletix, the form of yoga I've tried to practice consistently---read once a month a few years ago, was Kundalini---not something usually offered in most studios. As a result, I was never convinced I would like yoga, but after trying YOGAthletix's Yogasana and its nameskae Yogathletix classes, I feel like I "get" the appeal of yoga. EQUIPMENT For both FIT and RIP'D, YOGAthletix has no shortage of equipment, from rowing machines, to punching bags and boxing gloves---from the looks of it, it might be because they share a space with DTS Fitness Education. As for their yoga classes, there's ample supply of straps, bolsters, and beautiful cork yoga blocks, but do bring your own mat! What I was not used to, were Ugi Balls. For weight training, I'm more used to barbells, free weights, and medicine balls, so using Ugi Balls felt very awkward. If you haven't heard of them either, it's looks and feels like the love child of a medicine ball and a bean bag. For the record, there's nothing wrong with using these, just a personal adjustment. If you need to hydrate, all restroom faucets have filtered water and there is a gender neutral washroom available. INSTRUCTORS Whatever your fitness level, YOGAthletix instructors will give you modifications to help you scale your movements to either heighten the intensity or lower the impact, which to me, signals expertise. During my 7-day trial, I had the opportunity take classes with various instructors and really appreciated different aspects of each instructor, i.e. from learning proper form for and how to scale my Chaturanga to my level of strength, to learning different poses to help me approach YOGAthletix's pose of the month--Bakasana/Crow Pose. Out of all the instructors and based on my previous experience, I enjoyed Barb's and Tricia's class the most. I loved Barb's class because she's the only one who's default burpee is chest to the ground, which is how I've learnt them. I love Tricia because she surveyed the group for feedback on both her GETnFIT and Yogasana classes (thanks to a small class size). Based on our feedback of wanting to target our abs in GETnFIT, Tricia ensure we worked our abs plus our backs to fully exercise the core. For Yogasana when I asked to stretch our quads, she did so and also included and emphasized poses that would stretch our piriformis, which I have a lot of trouble with in relation to my quads and IT band---a holistic approach!

I have tried both the barre fitness (with Sydney and director Jamie) and GETnFit class (with…read morefounder/director Glenn) here because there was a free 7 day pass special they were offering over the holidays. I first heard about the studio via social media because they were doing free classes at the Harbourfront during the PanAm Games. I was interested because they offer barre classes. While there are a zillion yoga studios in Toronto, there are far less options for barre. The studio: Great location in the heart of Leslieville (i.e. good post-class brunch/coffee options), easy to get to by the 501 streetcar and there is metered parking on Queen St. as well. The studio is on the 2nd floor. There is a spacious lobby, changeroom (with mat storage), big main studio, and a spinning studio at the back (that I never actually saw). The lobby doubles as an art gallery with rotating displays -- a nice touch. The exposed brick and high ceilings make this a really enjoyable place to work out. No showers or lockers, but most people bring their purses into the studio since there is a lot of room. Everything is clean and looks new. I think there are a lot of regulars here, because a lot of people seemed to know each other. It's nice to have that sense of community. One minor thing, for the fitness/barre classes, in addition to the yoga classes, you need to bring your own yoga mat. Not a huge deal, but most barre studios (e.g. barre3, barreworks, extension room) provide mats so you don't need to carry it around -- more convenient if you are running around before/after the class or coming straight from work. The classes: They have a wide variety of class times, which busy people will appreciate. I found even the weekday morning classes to be very busy, but it may have been the new year resolution crowd;) I enjoyed the barre fitness, which was more fast paced than other places I've tried. You'll definitely feel the burn in your lower body! It was less precision/alignment oriented than slower classes, so just make sure you have proper form from the get go. I liked that we used the UGI ball (a weighted ball that looks kinda like a small beanbag chair) after to really tone the upper body. It definitely feels more like a fitness class than a dance class, no fancy footwork required. The GETnFit class was more of a circuit/HIIT format and Glenn was awesome at providing encouragement the whole time. We used the UGI ball for most of it. I definitely got a challenging full-body workout here, and the yoga-inspired stretches at the end were a nice cool down. I've never seen UGI balls at other places, so I would come back to take this class again and switch things up from my usual weights/resistance bands. It's a place that seems accessible regardless of fitness level. There were definitely some super-jacked ladies in the classes I went to, but also many "beginners". Options were always given to dial up or down the intensity of the moves. If you're interested in checking Yogathletix out, follow them on social media because they sometimes have promotions or special events/workshops (e.g. bootcamp series, free women's self defense, outdoor yoga). They are also part of ClassPass.

Sending this on behalf of a friend. A better job needs to be done in monitoring employee behaviour…read morewith regards to appropriate client-employee relationship boundaries in the workplace. There is a trainer (I think his name is M.J) who is overly flirtatious with female members and in my opinion crosses the line for what is appropriate behaviour. In a fitness studio, it is important to create a safe and trusting environment where members do not have to worry about unsolicited comments that can be perceived as a sexual nature. People want to feel confortable when they're working out - they are in a vulnerable position where they worry about their body, how they look, and will often compare themselves to others. This is not the environment to be taking advantage of people's insecurities for their own personal gain. I sincerely hope that a better job can be done by the management in training employees on how to create and keep a safe space for its members.

Class and Atmosphere: The intensity is quite good with…read more500-600 calories burned on average. The class is usually divided into 60 mins: 20 mins treadmill, 20 mins weights, 20 mins rowing. The one instructor is shared amongst all areas of the class. The instructor will call out instructors for all 3 sections. There is TV screens to provide video examples of how to perform the weight-based exercises. I found that the sharing of the instructor was a bit less interactive, than other studios like F45 where you get more attention from the instructor and do not have to rely on a TV screen or peers as much. I also found the cost of the class to be a bit high considering you are more self directed on the treadmill and the rowing machines, so 2/3 of the class cost is really to do things without alot of attention or instruction. Instructor: The instructors all have decent energy, but I found that it did not push you as hard as other locations I have been to. There is one personal trainers during the class that go around and motivate you, correct your form, ensure you are pushing yourself while being safe and enjoying the class. Fitness Level: I found the instructors here tended to prioritize safety over wanting to have the highest possible intensity. I had my treadmill turned down for speed because I was going "too fast". That is something to note, that the demographic is a bit on the older age group (late 30s-50s) and if you are a young adult you may not feel motivated by your peers. I would say there are certain injuries that would be hard to do in this class. If you have a leg or back injury this would be difficult with lots of burpees, jumping, running, cycling, rowing. Those are common exercises that would be difficult to modify. Amenities: There is a water bottle station. There are areas to place your belongings but they are not locked. The stations are well cleaned, and instructors provide cleansing wipes for the equipment as you switch to different parts of the class.

I've had a few personal trainers in my lifetime, and this is the best, most qualified fitness…read moreinstitute, I have ever worked out at. You don't just walk in and have someone guide you through the exercises and cheer you on. It starts way before that. First of all THERE IS PARKING..FREE. Secondly, YOU are the focus. Its not your regular gym, full of others clamoring to get on the equipment. No line ups, no crowds, rather one on one focus and attention. Thirdly, the atmosphere is cheery, open, bright, professional and calming. More importantly, Alex (owner & trainer), really dissects everything about you before getting started on your first routine. He asks what your goals are, and also watchs how you carry yourself when you walk and initially perform the exercises. He understands body mechanics, and knows exactly how far to push you. He pointed out that when I walked, I leaned forward, and was not using my buttocks, putting undo pressure on my knees. Needless to say, I now have buns of steel, and my knees are thanking me. All my 61 years of life, I've been walking this way, and none of my past trainers pointed any of this out. Oh, and don't let me forget, Alex does not let you get away with wimping out or complaining. You always know where you stand with Alex. He has this honest, direct, open minded, educated, and has very motivating approach. Another important aspect that I like, is that Alex works with other professionals in the neighbourhood, and will recommend and work together with them, to provide total overall health assessments. The way I look at it, you have only one body...don't you think it deserves the best?