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<title>Oscar</title>
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I have a interest in boxing and the upstairs of this gym provides professional coaching for all interested.  There is a ring upstairs and series of punching bags.  Most importantly, the boxing trainers are very friendly, helpful.  The treadmills may not be abundant however they are in brand new conditions equipped with individual television sets and radio.  It is a great place to work out for people in the neighborhood.  Highly recommend this gym to all.    ]]>
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<category>Toronto, </category>
<pubDate>Sat, 18 Jul 2009 22:48:07 PDT</pubDate>
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<title>francene</title>
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Same as Ports, I have been going to different gyms for years and just switched to Bloor boxing 4 months ago.  So far, I like the gym and the classes.  The staff are nice and friendly. As for the classes, I don't think they are aimed for the professional boxer but it's a tough work out.  

People got disappointed when it didn't meet their expectation.  I would suggest to get 7 day pass to try the classes and the gym before signing.  

Don't expect a high-end gym for $30 a month.
 

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<link>http://www.blogto.com//2008/01/bloor_street_boxing_and_fitness/#c629718</link>
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<category>Toronto, </category>
<pubDate>Thu, 02 Jul 2009 16:04:41 PDT</pubDate>
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<title>Ports</title>
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I have been going to gyms for years.  I just switched to this gym approx 2 months ago because I just moved close by.  For me, I do alot of cardio and free weights and I ALWAYS can get on a cardio machine type of my choice at most any time of day.  The free weights are standard.  The classes I have gone to are few but I agree that the Saturday morning class is one of the most challenging workouts I've experienced.  I'm not sure how it compares to technical boxing because I am  not in it for the boxing part of it.  On that note, I wish there were more types of classes in the evenings and on weekends.  They just put together a new schedule and added some seemingly interesting classes but they are all during the day when most of us are at work.  Overall though, if you are open to trying new stuff, the boxing works for a generally tough workout.  And you're not gonna get all the "pretty" perks because you're not PAYING for it which is why the gym is cheaper than most others!  Anyway, they gave me a free 5 day trial prior to making my decision about joining... just ask.]]>
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<link>http://www.blogto.com//2008/01/bloor_street_boxing_and_fitness/#c587757</link>
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<category>Toronto, </category>
<pubDate>Sat, 02 May 2009 14:21:19 PDT</pubDate>
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<title>Anonymous</title>
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I am a member and NOT part of their staff.

It all depends on why you're joining.  Are you doing more weight training, are you looking to do classes, cardio, etc?  For strictly weight training, it's really not that bad.  My only complaint is that they have mostly 1 set of everything so this means you have to wait sometimes to get your turn.  having said that, suprisingly it doesn't happen too often.

As for the classes, it's hit and miss, but mostly a miss.  I'm sure there are some qualified instructors, but from my experience, it's not up to par for a gym that has BOXING in their company name.  This gives off the illusion that this is a legit boxing facility, which it is not!!  It's like signing up to Extreme Couture and finding out that it's his wife's brother's friend's cousin that's running classes instead of Couture himself or people he trains with.

I think this place has some potential, but at the moment, it seems like it's poorly run and maintained.  I get the feeling that upper management doesn't really care about the gym at all.

Conclusion, if you're looking for a place to just lift some weights and bulk up, it's not so bad.  However, anything beyond this, like classes, technique training, etc, you might want to look elsewhere.  If you're looking to train as a boxer, this place is definately NOT the place to do it.  Although it's hard to find other boxing facilities, do not sign up if you're serious about boxing.]]>
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<link>http://www.blogto.com//2008/01/bloor_street_boxing_and_fitness/#c578007</link>
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<category>Toronto, </category>
<pubDate>Wed, 15 Apr 2009 11:33:46 PDT</pubDate>
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Well said, well said indeed!  Regarding some of the more negative comments:  I mean, what are you people looking for, a gym...or a spa?]]>
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<link>http://www.blogto.com//2008/01/bloor_street_boxing_and_fitness/#c541370</link>
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<category>Toronto, </category>
<pubDate>Thu, 26 Mar 2009 12:34:05 PDT</pubDate>
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I'm a member at Bloor Street Boxing. I'm not a gym person particularly, but decided to finally do something about my interest in learning a new set of sport skills and how to punch, and I use the gym almost exclusively for classes. 

In class situations, I find I get what I put into it. Some instructors are not big on technique, so in those classes, I take it on myself. 

I have attended the early Saturday morning class a few times, and consider that instructor well qualified. She runs a very challenging class that is both physically and mentally demanding. There is significant focus on technique, and when you are not achieving the correct form, she is able to break down the movements to explain where and how you need to improve. 

If you are considering joining and have doubts, I suggest you consider the times that you will likely be using the gym, and scope the place out at those times (not just one day). There is a free day pass available, and in the past there have been guest passes that last for one week. You need to be sure that this is a good fit for you, so I figure the staff should accept that you need more than a single visit to make the decision. It's just due diligence.

Perhaps since I've never joined a gym before, not having towel service, and having a tiny change room (women's anyway) is not a problem. I need to change, I need to shower. I don't want to pay for extras.]]>
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<link>http://www.blogto.com//2008/01/bloor_street_boxing_and_fitness/#c533174</link>
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<category>Toronto, </category>
<pubDate>Sun, 22 Mar 2009 08:00:42 PDT</pubDate>
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hahaha, you're hilarious.  It's so obvious that Good Life fitness wrote that last one; and it's so obvious that you need to give people the benefit of the doubt.  But I could be lying, and be an assistent manager, or manager, or maybe...just maybe, quite possibly, maybemaybemaybe, someone who genuinely digs the gym.  ]]>
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<link>http://www.blogto.com//2008/01/bloor_street_boxing_and_fitness/#c477659</link>
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<category>Toronto, </category>
<pubDate>Tue, 24 Feb 2009 15:44:13 PST</pubDate>
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<title>peter</title>
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It's so obvious management wrote the the third comment.]]>
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<link>http://www.blogto.com//2008/01/bloor_street_boxing_and_fitness/#c475942</link>
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<category>Toronto, </category>
<pubDate>Mon, 23 Feb 2009 17:17:34 PST</pubDate>
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I am a member, and I think the class instructors not only motivate you to strive for your best performance, they actually take the time to talk to you about your technique as well as others in the class.  I feel the problem is with some of the other "picky", disgruntled gym membes who often power trip over the equipment (i.e. "I know you've been using the treadmill for 15 minutes, but I signed my name on the reservation sheet 5 minutes ago...so please get off!").]]>
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<link>http://www.blogto.com//2008/01/bloor_street_boxing_and_fitness/#c322620</link>
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<category>Toronto, </category>
<pubDate>Sun, 26 Oct 2008 05:13:16 PDT</pubDate>
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<title>Sandydandy</title>
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The equipment is Ok but 4 treadmills for a whole lot of people? The ring c'mon is a ring from goodwill and is not a pro ring. As a member I feel that the instructors suck an the owner is only out for a buck so once your a member you mean nothing.Do not join this gym for classes.]]>
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<link>http://www.blogto.com//2008/01/bloor_street_boxing_and_fitness/#c320217</link>
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<category>Toronto, </category>
<pubDate>Sat, 18 Oct 2008 00:29:47 PDT</pubDate>
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<title>Joe Boxer</title>
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This gym is crap, a 300lb fat chick who can't even touch her feet is teaching a Boxing Class.No clue.]]>
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<link>http://www.blogto.com//2008/01/bloor_street_boxing_and_fitness/#c320216</link>
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<category>Toronto, </category>
<pubDate>Sat, 18 Oct 2008 00:26:05 PDT</pubDate>
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