You won’t find a leather-clad study or scotch-sipping suits at Melissa Gallagher and Krista Knee’s fitness and social club on King West. That’s because, when we’re talking about the womens-only Elle Fitness and Social, we’re talking about throwing the preconceptions of stuffy, members-only clubs out the window. Instead, luxe furniture, crystal chandeliers and plenty of pink adorn Elle’s bright, lofty space, located in a converted industrial building on the bustling strip proper.
Elle’s shtick is mostly group fitness. Classes start at 6 am, 7 am and 8 am and range from fat-busting boot camp to yoga and Pilates to runners training to Zumba. “The bikini boot camps are very popular,” co-owner Melissa says. “But the boxing class is what made me fall in love with the studio. Our Saturday morning box class is always packed.”
The fitness club hosts studio hours from 10 am to 10 pm, so members can pop by for a private workout in the back room. There are also group classes in the evenings and over lunch. “The instructors will always give variations so people can leave 15 minutes early but still get an equal workout on both sides. As we say, we want to make sure that no one has a lopsided ass,” Melissa laughs.
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This King West studio has developed a reputation for its pole-dancing classes via exposure on Canada’s Next Top Model and Much Music, but the pink-hued and exposed-brick spot specializes in aerobics classes featuring sexy dance-workout combinations that burn calories and boost confidence. Top options include the weight- and toning-based Body Blast class, and the Bikini Bootcamp, which uses cardio intervals, set to upbeat music, to keep the interest and energy high. Whether you’re picking up the quintessential lap dance or learning the choreography to the signature Coyote Ugly moves, this women’s-only fitness centre is guaranteed for a unique workout experience.
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