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System Fitness
Category: Active Life Fitness & Instruction Trainers Trainers [Edit]
2100 Bloor Street WestToronto, ON M6S 1M7
Neighbourhood: Bloor-West Village
(416) 762-6262
- Good for Kids:
- Yes
8 reviews for System Fitness
8 reviews in English
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Review from Diane R.
Toronto, ON
3/1/2012
I've been a member of this gym for about 8 years and I have no desire to leave or switch gyms. I find MY membership fee decent--that might be due to the fact that the fee I pay is the fee I signed up with. I'm pretty sure the fees have increased since then, and I have no idea what the current going rate is. I do find that the hot yoga membership add-in fee is a bit extreme/high. I had to join an independent yoga studio that was more decently priced.
The gym is currently in the process of replacing old equipment with brand new.
The change room/bathroom is decent. I really don't know what all the complaining is about. Sure, a toilet or shower may be out of operation every now and then, but I'm pretty sure this happens at all gyms.
The complain that I do have is the size of the women's only workout area. The room was recently decreased in order to make space for an office. The room was small enough to begin with and now it's even smaller. If the gym is busy, you can expect to be scrambling for a little space to work out in or be expecting to walk over people that may happen to be working out on the floor. Also, I'm glad to report that they FINALLY replaced the absolutely disgusting carpet that was in there with black rubber (or whatever it is) flooring.
I find that the gym is always clean. I know some reviewers have complained that the gym is dirty, but I find it to be the exact opposite. You want to talk dirty? Try working out at the gym where my trainer works out of. Now, that's dirty. Layers of dust on the machines, old/broken cardio equipment, smelly washrooms, dirty sinks. Need I say more?
I would definitely recommend this gym to anyone. There are a variety of classes to choose from: kettle bell, spin, yoga, hot yoga, pilates, and more. -
Review from ed v.
Scarborough, ON
5/11/2012
I have seen some great changes in this club, there was a customer appreciation party held on April 28th showcasing all the new changes that have taken effect. 52 classes per week ... their day care has alot of events for the kids including summer and winter events. free fitness consultations for all members every 3 months.
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Review from john t.
Toronto, ON
9/3/2011
I have been to gyms in many places and cant generally fault this place. Sure there are little things that niggle everyone at any gym but its pretty good.
We have been on a PT plan for a few weeks with Joe. What I like best is the variety of our sessions: you always do something different!
The programme is really an all-rounder as Kelly advises on a food plan and monitors body progress (fat %, measurements etc). -
Review from Edward P.
Toronto, ON
1/28/2012
Good facilities, reasonable price. But for a gym that extends two floors below ground, they should really offer wifi.
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Review from Kat F.
4/14/2009
System Fitness is a decent gym but there are better deals out there. For the neighbourhood it's in though, it's pretty much the only option as there are no big box gyms (Goodlife, Extreme, YMCA, etc.). Actually, System Fitness used to be a chain called Super Fitness until the late 90s.
THE PROS:
- a rotating stepmill. This is a rarity in gyms and I'm so glad System has one! It's miles above the stairmaster as it simulates actual stair climbing because you have to lift your feet. It's HARD. Usually I re-enact a CN Tower climb and try to walk 147 flights if I can. Takes about 30-40 minutes.
- the classes. In particular, Natalli from SYTYCD Canada's hip hop dance class, which I've been taking for years, is a colossal ego boost and tons of fun. She teaches music video choreography and basic dance steps in a non-threatening, super fun environment and makes you feel great about yourself! The abs portion (as you can imagine looking at her abs) is deadly. Almost literally. The yoga classes are also good but there's a lot of traffic on the lower level and it can be too noisy instead of relaxing.
- good personal trainers and packages
THE CONS:
- the place is under constant renovations. I've been a member for six years and the women's changerooms are still seemingly unfinished.
- a bit pricey considering the hours (it's not open late enough on weekends for my liking) and the lack of functioning sauna.
- the shower area is a bit scary. Actually, the fact that it's in a basement entirely is scary.
- this last point isn't the gym's fault, but there's way too much socializing. In particular, there are some people who show up to the gym wearing jeans and hoodies and then lean on the equipment chatting up their buddies or talking on the phone. We are here to work out, people. Stop monopolizing the weights area and go home.Listed in: The Best Places To Eat &…
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Review from Lindsay R.
Toronto, ON
12/20/2008
It's been about 6 months since I joined System Fitness and for the price and equipment, it's amazing!
I pay $37 a month which is way cheaper than what I was paying at Eclipse Fitness at Yonge & Eglinton - $86!
Maria teaches the best yoga class with incense, soothing music and mediation - you have to get there 15 min early for a good spot.
The cardio kickboxing is intense but such a good workout. Your thighs will burn from all the squats and my arms are much leaner thanks to the hooks, crossovers, jabs and upper cuts.
For all the classes, fairly good equipment, separate women's workout area and space - it's a deal! -
Review from Kim B.
ON
1/22/2009 2 photos
Fat has never been the new thin, and those who claim it is are under a Twinkie-delusion.
So.
Let's face facts. In the winter, when things get too hairy outside to run (people who run in the winter are robots, not people), you'd like to join a gym. And sure, System Fitness is one of the better independent gyms to join. However, the fees are atrocious! At all gyms! And you have to sign for like, a year, so when the sun does come back out, you still feel like you have to go to the gym.
BAH!
So.
I wouldn't normally write about a gym but I wanted to let you in on one good thing about System Fitness that other gyms don't honour. It will let you out of your year contract (NO CANCELLATION FEE) if you move out of the neighbourhood. This is what the woman at the desk told me. And now you know. Spread forth the word. -
Review from Juergen S.
Toronto, ON
2/19/2011
i like the place as it has a good vibe. people are friendly and they have started invest in upgrades and added on yoga classes. been a member there for 3 years. it gets busy around 5-7 but all other times are good.
