I go to this gym and it's clean and the early morning staff is friendly. It is close to the…read moreuniversity and can get quite busy.

I've been to several GoodLife's in Toronto, and thought that the one Downtown (informally known as…read morethe flagship) would be as good as it gets, at least in terms of amenities. But this gym in Waterloo beats them all! It's absolutely huge with two floors and a women's area (separately equipped with several squat racks). Classes are numerous and varied - they also offer hot yoga. Best of all, I'm not sure if it's because I always go in the morning, but the place is NEVER CROWDED. After my first time here, I was so surprised at the emptiness of the gym that I asked the girl at the front if this was a one-off thing, and she told me that no, this was actually considered "pretty busy". Well, guess I can't complain :) The service here is also exceptional - the staff members are so friendly and nice! You would certainly never be greeted going out the door and told to have a nice day at a GoodLife downtown!

I was interested in testing out some new gyms in London and I was lucky that Orange Theory was…read moresigning up people for their soft opening. If you signed up, you could get discounted monthly memberships, and 4 free classes. The sign up was kind of long and confusing but in the end, I was signed up and ready to hit the classes. The staff here are working out the kinks as it hasnt actually had its grand opening yet so I dont want to judge them too harshly. They are helpful and welcoming which is all I can really ask for at this point. The classes are essentially high-intensity interval training (HIIT). They actually promote the same process as my current gym, the 'afterburn effect'. When you do short bursts of intense activity for a small period of time, your body continues to burn calories during the day. I know that this process works for some people, as I've been working out this way for a year, and I've seen many people lose a ton of weight due to this type of routine. Inside the orange-lit workout room you have a row of treadmills, a row of rowers, and a row of weight stations with a trx, bosu ball, free weights, and an ab dolly. During the workout, the trainer will let you know what you need to do. Every workout is different. No 2 workouts are the same so if you dont like doing the same thing over and over, this spot is for you. I have to say, the best thing about these classes is the technology. Before you enter, you are given a heart rate monitor. This is a cost of about $80 but these things arent cheap so its worth it. When you walk in, the staff can see that your monitor is on and working (or not working and you need to adjust). When you go into the workout room, the monitors above you tell you your heart rate, along with everyone elses. The goal is to get into the 'orange zone'. This is where you want to be to get that 'afterburn effect'. For every minute you are in the orange or red zone, you get a 'splat point'. I dont think there is any reward for getting splat points other than getting to a final goal that your trainer may set for the group. They say that you should attempt to get 12-20 splat points in a session. You'll start in the grey zone, move up to the blue as you warm up, the green will show your warmed up, the orange is the spot where you are working, and the red is where you are going all out. You'll spend a few minutes here, but they ensure you are not uncomfortable or at risk of hurting yourself. When your workout is done, you actually are EMAILED your results for that session. The minutes you worked out, the amount of time you spent in each zone, the calories burned, and splat points earned. Coolest. Thing. Ever. If you are someone who likes a smaller class, likes to have instruction, and wants something new and exciting each workout, this is the class for you. However, if you are like ME and you are not a fan of running...then maybe you will want to try a few classes and figure it out. I am no cardio bunny. I like body weight exercises and I like the bike or elliptical but I loathe running. I went to a few workouts, the first had about 20 minutes of running (intervals of slow, medium, and fast pace) and another class had 10 minutes of running, and a bunch of rowing, and then more running. Oh my goodness, my legs were burning. I don't think I will end up signing up for Orange Theory simply because I am at a point where cardio is actually doing me a disservice. I need more weight training. While there are SOME weights here, it is lower weight, high reps, at least for the classes I attended. I definitely suggest checking this place out and giving it a try. It's very cool and the heart rate stuff is not as gimmicky as I thought, it's pretty awesome!

I absolutely love Orange Theory Fitness! The staff are always very welcoming (usually always greet…read moreyou by name when you walk in the door) and the coaches are all excellent. The workouts are tough but fun and I love that they are different each time. I highly recommend OTF to anyone looking for a killer workout in South London

I've visited many OTF studios, and this one is easily among my favorites. The staff, owners, and…read morecoaches at the Ancaster location are outstanding. The coaches demonstrate proper form and actively help members correct theirs, which I think is essential. They consistently share positive encouragement and personally cheer people on. The owners are often there coaching, working out, or helping others. During a recent 90-minute 3G class, I saw one owner personally guide a visually impaired member from station to station while he was not coaching. It was a thoughtful gesture that really touched me. Although this is not my home studio, I often attend when visiting family, and they are always kind, welcoming, and remember me. I highly recommend this studio to anyone living in or visiting the Ancaster area!

It's a great place. They can revise their pricing a bit, but it's a good gym. They also need to add…read moremore Lift 45 classes.

I started Krav Maga at the KM-Training Center back in about 2006-2007. I did a lot of research into…read moreKrav Maga and the instructors available and came to the conclusion that this was a good place to put my cash. They teach KM, cardio boxing, fight classes, Muay Thai, and there is an affiliated BJJ school in the same building. There are a lot of options here - each taught by a knowledgeable instructor. I was not disappointed when I joined. The instructors were top-notch and Aubrey (the owner) is well-trained (had won the KM-Worldwide Instructor of the year award). The place felt like a friendly, engaging, and positive place to be. They treated you like family and always said "Hi" when you walked in. Pretty cool. The quality of instruction was good, the methods seem solid (I've never had to use them in any altercation so I can't say from actual experience) and I do know that some of the local law-enforcement have trained there because they feel it's a legitimate system. My only caveat with this center is due to my issue with Krav Maga Worldwide. I have nothing against the instructors at this location but the organization they are affiliated with seems to be hiking prices and asking for some absurd requirements upon joining. When I first started there was no mention of uniforms, the prices seemed fair, the contracts were varied (tri-monthly, yearly, etc.) and I had no feeling of being pressured to buy anything. Now, they seem to want everyone in a KM suit for training, the prices have increased, the contracts are longer and there's more emphasis on buying "specific" gear. This seems like a change for the worse. I believe the people running this place are honest people and truly want to teach people what they know. Unfortunately KM Worldwide is bogging them down with a financial agenda. Again, I want to make clear that the people running this particular center are knowledgeable, well-trained, and nice - my issue is with their parent organization, Krav Maga Worldwide. Overall, you will learn a lot and stay fit. These instructors know how to make you work and will push you to be the best you can be. If you can afford it, there's no harm trying this center; unfortunately the contract lengths make it hard for those who are curious to take the plunge. You can't go wrong with the quality of instructors here - the price is a bit of a drawback but for some, that may not even be an issue. The Krav Maga Training Center is great, unfortunately it's affiliation with the Krav Maga Worldwide organization is a bit of a drawback.

From the owner: Krav Maga Training Centre specializes in practical, realistic Self Defense Training. Easy to learn…read moreand highly effective, Krav maga will not only get you in shape, it will help you to get home safe. We also offer Conditioning Classes including Kettlebells, Bag workouts and MMA conditioning. Fight classes include striking and grappling instruction. Our childrens program teaches self defense as well as the importance of physical activity. Your child's focus and confidence will soar as they learn the skills that will protect them should the need arise.

This is the #1 gym in Cambridge, Ontario. Great workouts, friendly staff and extremely clean! The…read morevariety of workouts you encounter each week bring out the best in you. I have tried many of the other gyms, but you will not find a better gym with a great attitude towards its members. Very professional!

From the owner: Orangetheory Fitness Cambridge offers a unique science-backed, technology-tracked,…read morecoach-inspired group workout designed to produce results from the inside out -- giving our members a longer, more vibrant life. Our premium studios are unlike a regular gym, offering members a workout that is proven to generate results. Contact or visit our studio today to book your first free class.

A great facility! Lots of good classes and a schedule that matched my work schedule. The child are…read moreoptions are good and very reasonable.

From the owner: We are a full service fitness facility for WOMEN at all different fitness levels, ages, and…read moreabilities. We offer a wide range of cardio classes, personal training and a full size cardio / weight room. We provide onsite childcare as well as tanning and a massage chair. We don't offer judgement at this facility.. you are who you are and we encourage Women Finding Their Power! We are women's fitness and wellness specialists! Amazing classes including Zumba, strength & endurance, cardio functional fitness and restoration and relaxation. Nutritional consultations and meal planning tailored to meet your personal goals and aspirations.

I've always found cardio to be cumbersome so I decided to give this class a shot. So far, after two…read moreclasses, I can tell you that is a really great, fun and time appears to fly by quicker. Rolly has been a great instructor so far.

From the owner: Burn up to 600 Calories at Zumba with Certified Zumba Instructor - Rolly!…read more It is a Fun, fitness and dance class with results. This Zumba class is unique. You will dance to great music from Afrobeats, to Soca, to Bhangra, to Reggaeton, to Salsa. You will have A LOT of fun, and burn a lot of calories without even realizing it. Let's make 2017 the year you took charge of your health! Join the Zumba party!

Very open and welcoming environment with amazing instructors and staff! Everyone is super friendly,…read moreand the studio does a great job promoting women empowerment and self acceptance. The classes are very fun and upbeat. The workouts are intense, but still doable for all shapes and sizes. Loving it so far, and can't wait for my next class!

I am very upset with Crunch. I was a member of Crunch Waterloo but I canceled my membership last…read moreyear amidst the Pandemic. Me and my partner were just charged in our credit cards for a membership we cancelled and haven't used for more than 1 year. Now I can't get a hold of anyone at Crunch. If I try to call, the only option is to hear an automatic voice Mail. I want my money back! BE CAREFUL EVERYONE!

The staff are very friendly, the gym is big and has a lot of equipment. The best part is it is very…read moreaffordable.