Fitness & Gyms in Ottawa, ON

“I love being a member here! The managers are awesome and incredibly supportive, saying hello every time you come in. The gym is always clean, the machines are always in working order, and the members are super respectful and kind as well. Going to the gym is my favourite part of the day and I wouldn’t want to spend it in the basement of the mall (iykyk). Highly recommend ?”

“I've gone back to the gym after a bit of a hiatus and was a little nervous at first. But Dan and the other trainers have made it incredibly easy. The gym offers a variety of different group classes that make it easy to fit a lift or two into my schedule. The vibes are also top notch and coming in is something I look forward to every week! 10/10 would recommend.”

“If you want to get fit, in my case after 40!, Landmark CrossFit is the place to be! The coaches are truly fantastic, knowledgeable, supportive, and always pushing us to reach our potential. No matter what your fitness level, there is a scaling option for you. The atmosphere is filled with motivation and camaraderie. Every workout is challenging yet fun, and I’ve made incredible progress since joining in January. If you’re looking for a place to get fit and have a great time doing it, this is the gym for you! Highly recommend!”

“I'm in my 50s and have never done any weight training. I had avoided Cross Fit for years because I thought the intensity was way beyond my interest and skill level. I was 100% wrong.

On the recommendation of my ND, I joined Actus last month and did the 6 session introductory class with Jonathan. I now feel confident that I can attend any Cross Fit class and know how to scale the exercises to my ability and NOT GET HURT. Through these sessions I learned proper form and technique and gained a ton of confidence.

I have already seen changes in my strength in my daily life (eg. carrying heavy bags). I also find that the exercises in the classes are becoming easier but I know how to increase the intensity to stay challenged.

Actus is so welcoming to beginners and everyone is amazingly supportive. There are elite athletes in the classes alongside newer members like me and everyone encourages each other. I now look forward to going to the gym and am so happy that I have brought this exercise in to my life. It feels great to be doing something so positive for my bone density, my mental health and my overall quality of life.

Thank you Jonathan and the Actus team for proving me totally wrong about Cross Fit!!!”

“CrossFit Bytown is by far the best CrossFit gym I have been to. The coaches are fantastic. Everett is very knowledgeable and is always available for support / guidance.
Try it for a week and you will never look back!”

“I’ve been a member at Capital Strength for the past three months since joining in December. The experience has been exceptional! Here’s why:1. Supportive Community: The camaraderie among members and coaches is outstanding. Whether you need a spotter during heavy lifts or just a friendly chat, everyone is there for you.2. Intense Workouts: If you’re looking for a challenge, you’ll find it here. The workouts are as intense as you want them to be. Whether you’re a beginner or an advanced athlete, there’s something for everyone.3. Variety: The classes at Capital Strength strike a perfect balance between strength training and mobility work. I appreciate the diversity in class offerings—it keeps things interesting and prevents boredom.4. Break Through Plateaus: If you’ve hit a fitness plateau or struggle with consistency, this gym is a game-changer. The coaches provide personalized guidance to help you break through barriers and achieve your goals.In summary, I highly recommend Capital Strength to anyone seeking a supportive community, challenging workouts, and a refreshing variety of classes.”

“The owners and trainers at 9Round Barrhaven can help you change your life! You do the work, they will support and encourage you. All ages and all fitness levels (or lack there of in my case when I started) have a place here. I tried it after some gentle encouragement from a friend & now I can’t imagine my life without this place. The workouts aren’t easy but you go at the pace you can handle. Before you know it you’re doing things you never imagined you’d be able to do. The owners and trainers are always great-no judgements, always supportive & encouraging and ready to teach. They truly have helped me to change my life. I highly recommend 9Round Barrhaven. Try it, you’ll see.”

“I visited CrossFit 1855 during my stay in Ottawa last month. I was able to get in 3 times that week and experience different coaches and meet a number of gym members.
The owner was fantastic. Very welcoming and responsive to my queries. The coaching - lifting in particular, was great. The cues were much appreciated. The classes were busy, organized and friendly. I will definitely be going back during my next stay in Ottawa.
Thank you. ?”

“I joined Reform H&F at the end of October and have been tremendously impressed with the team, facility, and my progress/results over the past 2+ months. I'm a 59 yr old male who has never done Pilates or strength training before and really didn't know what to expect. Heather Pugh is a very clear expert in Pilates, who is tremendously supportive & helpful and has built herself an outstanding team of trainers all of whom have been absolutely fantastic. I've done the Mega and TRM2 classes with several different trainers as well as a few private sessions with Heather and Melissa when I first started out. All of the trainers do a superb job of explaining the positions and keeping the classes flowing smoothly from exercise to exercise.

After 2.5 months of classes I have noticed marked reductions in my shoulder pain and back aches and pains, improved balance, better flexibility and much better posture overall (a relative at Christmas remarked that I looked so much taller than the last time she saw me!). My core and upper body have also very clearly been strengthened - it is so much easier carrying in extra large bags of dog food from the car into the basement!! I look forward to continuing my training at REFORM and can't wait to see what impact my off-season Pilates training will have on my golf yardages and scores this coming summer! If you live in Ottawa and are interested in a fitness / strength training program I highly recommend checking out REFORM H&F!

btw Parking is super easy for classes at Reform - I usually park on Richmond Road (across from the Real Canadian Superstore / Bushtukah) and walk over (parking is free for 90 minutes on Richmond Road) or park in the underground parking lot and get 90 minutes of free parking with a $10 purchase at the Farm Boy grocery store right beside Reform.

I am super happy with REFORM H&F and the results I have achieved with them to-date.”

“Absolutely love this gym. This is the first time I’ve felt so motivated & happy working out. Workouts are quick, effective & the staff are so motivating and friendly!!”

“This is my 3rd year of weekly workouts with the guidance of Cameron Wong at Free Form Fitness Wellington. For more than 20 years I have relied on long distance cycling with some cross country skiing in the winter for my fitness. I was no longer finding it easy to finish big rides. In fact, parts of my body had become painfully rebellious. I signed on with Free Form for their introductory offer and have stayed.Each week, Cameron has a new set of vigorous execises set up and guides me through. There is no cheating under his attentive eyes. If I use the wrong muscle he lets me know, fingers or hands guiding me. He demonstrates every thing. If he sees something not working he makes a rapid adjustement. There is a sense of progression in the workouts he plans for me. He was taken aback when I told him that he was very expensive, but I was signing on for another year. This is important to me. My body is working better than it has in years. I have better balance, my strength is better, I am doing much more that I want to do. Free Form has become a part of my life.”

“Best gym in the world, if you know, you know. Staple in the community, and the best milk shakes around, mad respect to the owners and the first gym I ever joined. The only thing that could make it better is if the put a shrine up on the wall for justin”

“Downtown Location on Laurier. Excellent customer service. The gym is well kept and extremely clean. It also has lots of private bathrooms with showers. They also have 2 luxurious massage chairs and a few compression legs massage equipment. Very well equipped.”

“Without a doubt the best hour of my day. It’s amazing to have a gym where I know all I need to do is show up and I know I’m gonna have an awesome workout. I can’t say enough about the community! Conor and Hannah are amazing coaches.”

“Went here for my niece's 3rd birthday party. The staff seemed kind, engaging and capable. Facility was clean and well maintained. Kids enjoyed themselves a lot.”

“I joined this gym location in January 2024 and love it! It’s big, clean and the staff at the Front Desk are pleasant and friendly! I have been doing the Body Pump classes with June and the Spinning Classes with Jeff. June is amazing! I love her classes! She has a beautiful personality and positive energy! She makes certain we do the exercises with the proper technique to prevent injuries. She appreciates her class!Jeff is also a great instructor and makes sure our bikes are set up properly! He has a positive energy and his classes are a lot of fun!They are both great motivators!”

“An amazing gym. It took me years to find a gym that I felt comfortable going to. The staff is supportive, friendly, and motivating. They want you to reach your goals and guide you accordingly. A judgement-free zone gym - nothing better than that!”

“I’ve been coming to this Anytime Fitness for over 2 years now, and it has consistently maintained its high standards of excellence. The staff are always friendly, welcoming, and ready to assist, which creates a great atmosphere. The equipment is exceptionally clean and well-maintained, and there’s a wide variety of machines and free weights to suit all fitness goals. There’s also plenty of space, so it never feels overcrowded, even during peak hours. It’s rare to find a gym that delivers this level of quality over such a long period of time. Highly recommend!”

“Well organized. Fairly clean. Has everything you need in a gym and very easy on your wallet. So can't complain.

Edit: I have been going to Planet Fitness for 5 months now, and I must say it is one of the best gyms I have ever joined. For $17 a month (after tax), open 24/7 for your convenience, with quality equipment you're not in a position to complain.

However, my anger, disappointment and frustration goes to the members. Not to the staff or management. Planet Fitness is like a second home to me. It is my escape. It saddens me to see how men treat the washrooms. It is a huge inconvenience especially with a person like me dealing with a physical disability and that needs to give priority to hygiene. The problem isn't the staff; they are very friendly and very prompt at helping gym members and doing their cleaning cycles in a timely manner.

Sadly the problem are the thoughtless, inconsiderate members.
If your mindset is that somebody else will clean it, at the very least, take into consideration that someone might need to use the toilet after you.

Planet Fitness is here to take care of you. For only $17 a month (not bi-weekly). Why can't you return the favor and take care of the gym as well. Why make the lives of the staff and other gym goers miserable ?”

“I lost my rings here last week and the front desk staff just about bent over backwards to get them back for me. One woman in particular was incredibly helpful and kind and did a million things to help me get them back. I can't speak to the facility but I have always had a 10/10 experience with the staff.”

“very big gym can get packed sometimes but generally its good shoutout to quinlan he one of their staff he helped me fix a machine that wasnt working right super helpful”

“So far so good. Clean club with nicely maintained machines. Everything appeared to be in good working order too. Plenty of parking. Clean change rooms and showers, which is nice.

Barbells top out at 60 I believe, before you need to move to the Smith machines.

Plenty of cardio options though!

Black membership gets you a few nice perks, but for me the only benefit is to bring a different partner on different days (wife or daughter) instead of them each needing their own membership.”

“A few weeks ago I had trouble accessing my Goodlife account.   I wanted to access my PT3 account to remind myself on the date of my payment.  Justin was very helpful in navigating my account and help me make my payment on my visa card

I want to praise Justin on his patience in explaining and even repeating how to proceed and what would be the best timing for payment given the date in the contract.

An other big asset in my mind is his ability to speak French, given the high numbers of French speakers at the Orleans Goodlife.   I know it helped me a great deal.   Keep up the good work Justin.”

“I have never tried anywhere else and I don't think I will try anywhere else as long as this beautiful place exists.
I am surprised by the negative comments because everything here is wonderful.”

“I’m a new member (joined the end of September). I’m really enjoying the club. It’s one of the best things that has happened to me in 2025. A visit to Movati is like a mini-vacation in the middle of my day. I enjoy the workout and feel great when I leave after a hot sauna and shower (and maybe a protein smoothie on the way out the door ;-). I’m already feeling so much stronger and healthier (I just turned 70 and have had both cancer and a hip replacement over the past 5 years - my body has taken a beating, but I am turning a corner!! LOL.)

There are many things I like about the club. There is a wide assortment of equipment, and it’s all well maintained. The pool is not large, but it’s not crowded, it's sparkling clean and the temperature is perfect (I swam a kilometer today). I really like the sauna and steam room too. The facility is VERY clean, and everyone seems attentive to keeping it that way. The atmosphere is welcoming, living up to the motto at the entrance. The staff are very nice. Speaking of staff, I have to say that Henry is truly exceptional. His work reflects a real care for the club and its members. He is a warm, friendly individual who is attentive to members’ needs while doing an excellent job around the club. Kudos Henry! (and sorry for only singling one staff member out, because I've met others with the same welcoming, attentive attitudes).

Just wanted to take a minute to share my thoughts because Movati is making a very big difference in my life right now physically and mentally. When everyone is working so hard to keep a large facility like Movati Kanata running so well for so many people, I think it’s important to say thanks! No doubt so much of this success is due to the manager, Ryan, who leads by example.”

“Overall this is a great gym and it will continue to be my go-to while I live in the area. There is just some minor changes I’d like to suggest, with love and às someone who wants to continue to use this business: while the women’s sauna is quite small, I would enjoy it except for the huge glass door straight to the bright bathroom corridor! A tinted film or privacy film would do wonders to allow people to relax in the sauna atmosphere without the super bright lights or everyone passing by.

My second comment is on the same theme: while I enjoy the massage chairs, they are placed right by the gym entrance and face the whole big gym area, with all the extreme bright lights and movement. Some sort of separation would be great! Even a simple folding partition or something partial… I understand potential concerns with safety, but there’s lots of options in between. Even facing the chairs to the wall would be better!

Anyway I hope this comment gets noticed :) really like GoodLife and will continue to be a member!”

“Hands down, this is the best gym I’ve ever been to. The atmosphere is unreal, the equipment is top-tier and always well maintained, and the energy actually motivates you to push harder every session. It’s clean, well organized, and never feels run down. The staff are friendly and knowledgeable, and the vibe is positive without being intimidating. Every workout here feels productive — I wouldn’t train anywhere else.

Special thanks too Kiera and Kevin ?”