Best Gyms in Winnipeg
So, you went and made the classic New Year’s resolution to get in shape, and now you’re wondering “what’s the best gym in Winnipeg?”
No worries, Rumor’s Comedy Club has got you covered. In this article we’ll look at all the best gyms in Winnipeg, from big box fitness centres to specialty gyms. So, hear me now and believe me later, these are the best gyms in Winnipeg.
Chain Fitness Centres
If you’re looking to get in shape with a premade workout plan, you can hit up any of the big box gyms in Winnipeg, like Good Life, Shapes, or the YMCA. These fitness centres offer free weights, cable machines, treadmills, stationary bicycles, and scheduled classes. What’s great about these facilities is that your membership gives you access to any of their sister locations in Winnipeg, and even across the country.
Good Life has six locations in the 204 area code, and over 200 locations country-wide, while the YMCA has four Winnipeg locations, and you can use your membership at any participating YMCA across Canada.
If you’re looking to support local, Winnipeg owned and operated Shapes offers six locations in the Peg. Brickhouse Gyms are another big name in Winnipeg fitness. This outfit has expanded to three locations in Winnipeg, and were a sponsor of outdoor, socially-distanced stand-up comedy shows during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Discount Gyms
If you’re on a budget, you can still get in shape at one of the many discount gyms in Winnipeg. Brand name fitness centres like Fit 4 Less and Planet Fitness offer many of the same amenities as chain fitness centres, with less of an impact on your wallet.
Memberships at these facilities cost around $15 per month before taxes and fees.
Martial Arts Training Centres
Want to get in shape and learn some practical skills? Then perhaps a martial art is right for you.
Winnipeg has tons of training centres for just about any type of martial art you want to learn.
For Jiu-Jitsu, you can’t go wrong with Gracie Jiu-Jitsu. Gracie offers programs for all ages, including their Bullyproof® classes for kids, designed to teach your child how to defend themselves against bullies without becoming one themselves.
Tiger Claw Kung-Fu offers classes for adults and kids, with a focus on self-defence. You’ll get a great workout, and you can even take weapons training and weapons defence.
He may not be related to the great Bruce Lee, but Robert Lee Martial Arts Centre is your best bet for Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu or Kickboxing training. There are programs for ages as young as five years old — a great age to start building confidence — and you can even get private lessons.
Or, why not honour the Karate Kid in you by joining Meibukan Gojyu Karate? This karate dojo (school) emphasises personal development and self-defence through a non-competitive karate training program. Meibukan Gojyu will help you improve your flexibility and strength, while simultaneously developing your confidence, character, and mental discipline.
Boxing Club
Learn to float like a butterfly and sting like a bee by signing on to one of Winnipeg’s pugilist prep places.
Pan-Am Boxing Club can teach you everything you need to know to get in the ring. The legendary Exchange District gym offers private training or regular classes, as well as youth and women’s classes led by a welcoming and diverse team of trainers.
Rock Climbing Gyms
Winter weather got you climbing the walls with boredom? Embrace it by joining a rock climbing gym. You’ll get great training and an awesome workout at The Hive, and you’ll have fun while you’re doing it. You can even have your children’s birthday parties there.
The University of Manitoba’s Climbing Wall is open to climbers of all skill levels with an emphasis on inclusivity. Test your hand at roped climbing or bouldering, and develop your grip and core strength in the process. It’s fun, it’s hard, it’s a workout.
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Blast your abs at Rumor’s
Once you’re done your work out, head on over to Rumor’s Comedy Club, where our gut busting comedians will give your abs a good workout. Every week we bring in the funniest touring comedians and the best comedians in Winnipeg making for one hilarious evening.
Come early for dinner. We have an awesome food and drink menu with a wide selection of non-alcoholic beverages to choose from, so everybody can have a good time. If you’re on a cheat day, may we suggest our legendary nacho platter?
Check out our list of upcoming comedians, and book your tickets today online or by calling 204-488-4520.
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