Best gym in the ottawa/gatineau region. Convenient location, very clean, good equipment and affordable. The gym is accessible 24/7 which is great, not too many in the area that offer 24/7 access. I highly recommend.

TL;DR:

Worth the trip for gym rats who need their fix/want to stay on track with their program during COVID. Well-equipped. Could be cleaner. Bring own water. Heavy barbell lifters and spinners should go during non-peak hours.

GETTING THERE:

I visited this location on Mon, Oct 12, 2020 (Thanksgiving Day) 3-6am. An Uber from Centretown (Elgin/Somerset) cost $10 before tip. The return trip along Portage Bridge was a comfortable 45 minute walk to Centretown, well-lit (for nighttime safety) and includes a bike path.

AMENITIES:

The gym is equipped with the standard suite of amenities. This includes the usual lockers, coat rack and cubbies; the wi-fi info posted clearly on a piece of paper near the entrance area; three spacious private bathrooms (each with own shower); and a good spread of cardio, push/pull and cable machines. Every cable attachment imaginable is there, as well as short barbells, ez curl bars and a hex/trap bar. There are two squat/power racks, but also only two barbells (and both are small in diameter). Therefore, it is not possible for two people to squat while a third does landmine presses/deadlifts/etc., so you may need to work in with someone or go during non-peak hours. There is a long area (~ 12 m) perfect for exercises like lunges, farmer’s walks and sled pushes (which they have, fyi). The radio also plays bilingual music.

THINGS YOU SHOULD KNOW:

– Extra floor space for stretching, foam rolling, skipping rope or doing deadlifts can be somewhat limited.
– Cardio machines have plexiglass separators, except bike machines.
– The water fountains are taped off and you cannot use them due to COVID. Bring your own big water jug, fill up using the bathroom sinks or use the vending machine. An ice-cold 500mL Dasani water is $2.
– There are four analog clocks (no digital clocks) and none of them have a second hand. Those who track heart rate/rest periods should make sure to have their phone with them.
– The scale is also analog; max weight is 300 lbs.
– There is no “broomstick” for stretching (this is personal preference, lol).

I love this gym! Convenient location if you live or work downtown, the manager is a really nice guy and the machines are clean and new. The only thing is that it’s really packed during lunch time and right after work, so if that’s the only time you have, you might find it takes longer to go through your workout. They also have some water issues in the bathroom once in a while, but I’ve seen that in other gyms too. I love that it’s open 24/7 and that it gives you access to the Anytime Fitness network in Ottawa and around the world. Quite convenient when travelling or if you want to take classes. I also love that it’s a cozy place where you get to know the friendly faces of people who workout, and not a giant gym where 100 people workout at the same time. I’ve been very happy with it for the past two years and I really recommend it!

Amazing gym ! I love being able to workout at anytime of the day without any hour restrictions. Very clean gym and amazing equipment. The staff is also very friendly and super respectful !!

Lack of Honesty and Taking Advantage of the Pandemic

I registered in the Anytime Fitness in Hull a few months ago on the advice of a friend. Unfortunately, the GYM was closed due to the pandemic. After four weeks, I realized that the management had withdrawn money (membership fee) from my credit card twice. The management of the GYM (Ramy) informed me that my account will be held and no more money will be withdrawn.

Unfortunately, 2 weeks later, I realized that another payment had been withdrawn from my account again. I texted the management again and Jeff promised to refund the money. (Please check the attached conversation between Owner (Jeff) and I)

However, I was shocked when I see tonight that the GYM management withdrew another payment from my account without my permission, knowledge, and consent.
Isn’t this taking advantage of the pandemic and taking money from members without their permission?