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# About Us

We’re a dedicated strength training facility in the heart of downtown Toronto. We built this space because, as competitive lifters, we wanted a real training environment that prioritizes serious strength work over the amenities found in typical commercial gyms. You won’t find treadmill rows or smoothie bars here; instead, we provide 8,000 square feet of specialized equipment and a community focused on results.

We cater to a wide range of athletes, from those picking up a barbell for the first time to competitive powerlifters and Olympic weightlifters. We operate as an independent facility, not a franchise, and we do not use contracts or gimmicks.

## Our Facility and Equipment

Our 8,000-square-foot space is designed specifically for strength sports. We provide competition-grade equipment that is often unavailable in standard fitness centers.

### Equipment inventory

- **Platforms and racks:** 6 powerlifting platforms equipped with combo racks and 4 dedicated Olympic lifting platforms
- **Specialty bars:** SSB (Safety Squat Bar), cambered bars, deadlift bars, and log bars
- **Plates:** calibrated Eleiko plates in both kilogram and pound increments
- **Specialized machines:** GHD (Glute Ham Developer), reverse hyper, and belt squat machines
- **Conditioning and track:** Concept2 rowers, Assault bikes, and a dedicated sled track
- **Free weights:** dumbbells ranging up to 150 lbs

## Our Team

Our coaching staff consists of professionals who hold CSCS (Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist) certifications. We have personal experience in competitive strength sports, having competed in powerlifting and Olympic weightlifting at both the provincial and national levels.

We offer personal training for all experience levels and lead group classes focused on barbell basics, Olympic lifting technique, and conditioning.

## Location and Access

We’re located at **200 University Ave, Toronto, ON**.

We’re a two-minute walk north of the **St Andrew subway station (Line 1)** on University Ave.

### Hours of operation

- **Monday–Friday:** 5:30 AM – 10:00 PM
- **Saturday:** 7:00 AM – 8:00 PM
- **Sunday:** 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM
- **Holidays:** 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM

We offer open gym access during all operating hours, so you can train on your own schedule using our full suite of competition equipment.