Choosing a gym can be a lengthy process, depending on your specific fitness goals, needs, and budgets. Some people prefer group classes and others like to rock out to their favourite tunes on the treadmill. Luckily, there are many fitness centres to choose from in the West Island.
Le Club West Island is definitely one of Montreal’s most complete fitness centres, in terms of sports and equipment. They offer a fully equipped gym, a squash court, an indoor turf field and a multi-sport arena. In addition to cardio and strengthening machines, the Club offers group classes such as spinning, yoga, boot camp and personal training sessions. Their resto-bar serves plenty of refreshments so you can enjoy a drink with your pals post workout.
If you’re looking for private, personalized training, then be sure to check out Le Fitness loft, located just off Boulevard des Sources. The certified kinesiologists and personal trainers are committed to providing you the best workout to fit your needs, no matter your fitness level. They offer nutrition services, personal training, fitness evaluations and corporate training. They are also one of the few fitness centres in the West Island to offer Surfset classes.
There are no machines, no mirrors and no egos at Monkey Bar Gym in Pointe-Claire Village. Rather than large exercise machines, the gym offers full body workouts combining kettlebells, sandbags, resistance cables, skill-based movements and interval training. Following their program, you’ll almost immediately see an improvement in your strength and stamina, whatever your fitness goals may be.
Monster Gym is without a doubt one the West Island’s best fitness centres, designed for those serious about getting shredded. They are open 24/7, and their membership rates are among the lowest in town. With your membership, you’ll have access to their top-notch fitness equipment, whether you’re looking to work on your cardio or your muscles. Their on-staff personal trainers are happy to help you achieve your fitness goals, should you be looking for a specific workout plan.
The Mansfield Athletic Club provides a beautiful and clean space for your workout. They carry state-of-the-art equipment for muscle toning and cardio fitness and offer many group classes such as spinning, Powerwatts cycling, Martial Fusion and yoga. Hungry? Be sure to grab a snack or a post-workout shake at the Mansfield Café.
The spacious studios at Cielo offer many classes to suit your needs and specific fitness goals. Their fire room is heated to allow your muscles to warm faster. They offer hot yoga and hot Pilates in this room. In their other rooms, discover different types of challenging and fun workouts such as the popular barre workout, pole dancing, and aerial yoga. Looking to work on your cardio? Try their energetic spinning classes. Relax and enjoy tea and water in their lounge area post-workout.