Getting Started with Personal Training

Personal Training Starter Pack

If you purchased Personal Training with your membership it is important to:

  • Book all of your sessions within the first one or two days of joining
  • Arrive for your sessions on time so you can get the most out of your workout
  • Schedule all of your sessions at a frequency of 3 times a week
  • Please wear exercise clothing and athletic shoes to your appointment

Personal Health Profile

If you did not purchase a Personal Trainer Starter Package, book a complimentary Personal Health Profile appointment with one of our certified Personal Trainers. Our Personal Trainers will explain how you can best accomplish your goals.

This appointment should be booked within 24 hours of joining. Speak with your Personal Training Manager, or visit the Front Desk for more information or to book your appointment.

Please wear exercise clothing and athletic shoes to your appointment.

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Getting Started with Group Exercise

Kick it up with driving music and exhilarating Group EXercise Classes

Getting yourself into a Group EXercise class can be an added element of FUN for your workout routine. We highly recommend that everyone register for a Group EXercise orientation class. Visit the front desk to book your appointment today!

Orientation Classes

We highly recommend that everyone register for a Group EXercise orientation class. We offer four Group EXercise Orientation Classes that are perfect for beginners. These classes are designed to give you a taste of everything. Visit the Front Desk to book your appointment today.

Newbody

This easy to follow, low impact cardio conditioning class with weights will redefine your body and help prepare you for life’s daily needs.

BODYPUMP

Challenge yourself with the original barbell class that strengthens and tones your entire body.

BODYFLOW

The yoga, tai chi, pilates workout that builds flexibility and strength and leaves you feeling centered and calm.

RPM

The indoor cycling workout where you ride to the rhythm of powerful music to a calorie burning endorphin high. Cycling bikes are only to be used during Group Cycling Classes.

Getting Started with Orientations

Orientations are a great way for all members to learn workout techniques.

Orientations are designed to show you how to use the machines safely and effectively. They're designed to maximize work outs for those on a tight time schedule. It’s a work out everyone can fit in!

Fit Fix Orientation

The Fit Fix Orientation includes an explanation as to how to use all of the machines in the circuit so that you can get the most out of your workout. Our staff will demonstrate how to safely use the equipment and adjust machines to suit your body. The orientation consists of education, warm up, as well as an orientation to the 20 Minute FIT FIX strength training workout.

The Fit Fix Orientation is 60 minutes in length.

Cardio Orientation

This group cardio orientation session is designed to teach you the skills required to use the cardio training equipment that is available to you. This session includes education, demonstration as well as a hands-on learning workout. Learn how the machines work and how to use them effectively during your workout.

Group Cardio Orientation is 30 minutes in length.

20 Minute FIT FIX & Cardio Videos

Watch FIT FIX and Cardio Orientation videos online.

Not able to make it to an orientation? We've made our orientation training videos available online for your convenience.

Fit Fix

#1. Lower Back Extension
#2. Leg Extension
#3. Leg Curl
#4. Seated Row
#5. Chest Press
#6. Shoulder Lateral Raiser
#7. Bicep Curl
#8. Triceps Extension
#9. Abdominal Crunch

Cardio

#1. Elliptical
#2. Stairmaster
#3. Treadmill
#4. Rower

FAQs

1. What should I bring to my first workout?

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Frequently Asked Questions

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Club Services

Personal Training

Personal Training is the #1, most effective and fastest way to achieve your fitness and health goals.

Whether you're a new or experienced exerciser, a Personal Trainer ensures that you get the motivation, education, and accountability that you need to achieve your goals.

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We offer:

  • Complimentary Personal Training Samplers
  • One-on-one Training
  • Partner Training
  • Team Training

Team Training

Enjoy the benefits of one on one training with the social support of working out as a team. Our Team Training program offers many options to choose from, including TRX® and MyBootcamp™. Program selection and schedules may vary from club to club. Please see a Club Associate for program selection and start dates.

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Learn more about TRX® Team Training

Team Training

Health Centres

Whether you are recovering from an injury, experiencing muscle tension or soreness or looking forward to a rejuvenating massage after a strenuous workout, our therapists are here for you.

All health professionals at GoodLife Health Centres are fully committed to your health and well being. We adhere to a strict standard of care, including patient confidentiality and up-to-date training. Most extended health care plans cover the majority of services offered by GoodLife Health Centres. To know your exact coverage, please consult with your insurance company.

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Choose from a variety of services available at selected clubs including:

  • massage therapy
  • acupuncture
  • sports therapy
  • chiropractic
  • orthotics
  • physical therapy

JUMP! Child Minding

While you’re working out, we’ll make sure your kids are having fun! Our JUMP! (Junior Up and Coming Members) program offers a stimulating and attentive environment for children 6 weeks - 12 years old and is available at most clubs.

With its own peanut awareness designated room, JUMP! ensures your child will feel safe while enjoying activities. With drop in rates, or as a membership add on, there are payment options to accommodate everyone. Length of stay is limited to two hours.

Parents or guardians must remain in the club at all times and children will be released only to the parent or guardian who accompanied the child to the JUMP room. Child care hours, size of JUMP area, vary from club to club.

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Tanning

GoodLife Tanning Salons offer a clean, convenient, and relaxing environment. Your first visit to our Tanning Salons is free. During this visit, you will receive a complimentary skin analysis prior to your session. Tanning is limited to those over the age of majority.

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Hot Yoga

Hot Yoga is a series of yoga postures practiced in a warm and humid environment, with temperatures reaching 41°C (105°F). The heat allows your muscles to stretch deeper and more effectively with less danger of injury, while detoxifying and cleansing your body through sweat.

Classes are between 60-90 minutes in length, with postures that focus on strength, balance, endurance, improved flexibility, and detoxification.

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Squash Courts

Squash courts are available at several of our Ontario locations. We encourage all of our new members to try a squash orientation. Squash Pros are available for private or semi-private lessons. Check out our Junior Leagues.

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Swimming Pools

Some of our clubs offer swimming pools to give you variety for your workout. We offer a wide range of aqua fitness classes led by certified instructors. You can also just relax or do laps during our recreational swim time. We also offer swim lessons.

Learn more about swimming pools

GoodLife Fitness For Women

A place where you can be your best self in an environment exclusively for women.

No matter who you are or what goals you have, there’s no better time than today to start reconnecting with your body. It’s as easy as taking 20 minutes 3 times a week for yourself. That’s why, at GoodLife For Women, we’ve created a place to help you live your own version of the good life.

  • For women who just want to feel better about themselves.
  • For women who’ve never stepped foot inside a gym before.
  • At GoodLife For Women, we realize that women come in many shapes and sizes. And we know that when they walk through our doors, they’re each coming in with different challenges, pressures and goals. And that’s why we’ve created a place with all of that in mind.
  • Because the good life isn’t about reaching for an impossible standard, it’s about setting your own.
  • It’s not about keeping up with the latest trends, but just keeping up with your life.

Club Programs

Member Rewards

Work out to win $1000

It pays to be active! One lucky winner drawn each month.

It's easy:
  1. Pick up your workout card from the Front Desk.
  2. Each time you work out get a signature from an Associate.
  3. After every 6th workout, fill out a ballot for your chance to win.
  4. Cross your fingers, you could be the winner!

10% off Adidas Clothing

Don't ever worry again about what to wear when you workout! All GoodLife Fitness Members enjoy 10% off of Adidas clothing.

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Personal Training Success Stories Contest

This monthly contest recognizes the outstanding achievements that our members accomplish through Personal Training.

Personal Training clients submit their progress in a short essay format accompanied by before and after photos. Three monthly winners are chosen and receive $1000 cash prize. Winners are chosen based on their personal story, how they transformed their body and how they now feel about themselves.

It doesn’t matter whether you’re fit or unfit, 16 years old or 75. It is our hope that this contest, along with the assistance of our Personal Trainers, will inspire you to realize the power and ability within yourself to achieve the goals you desire.

Please speak with your Personal Trainer if you would like to enter.

Club Rules & Regulations

At GoodLife we strive to create an environment that is safe and welcoming. Our vision is to give all Canadians the opportunity to live a fit and healthy Good Life.

To accomplish this we require that our members and all guests abide by following simple rules.

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