AVANT Yorkville

Four months ago, we joined Avant after our usual gym closed, and today was our last day here — so it feels like the right moment to share a little appreciation. First highlight: the design. This place truly stands out. It somehow manages to feel both high-performance and deeply relaxing at the same time — not an easy combo to pull off, but they’ve nailed it. The space really motivates you to move… and then breathe. Second highlight: the staff. Always professional, welcoming, and proactive. You can tell they genuinely care about making your daily experience enjoyable. That energy makes a difference. And of course, the group classes. I tried almost all of them, but the functional/high-intensity training (L3) was my personal favorite. Challenging, dynamic, and always well run. If I had to suggest a couple areas for improvement: the changeroom feels a bit tight compared to the spacious feel of the rest of the gym. When a few people are changing at once, it can get tricky. Also, while most members were friendly and easy to engage with, there was occasionally a tendency to leave towels, cups, or small bits of trash around — which feels slightly at odds with the otherwise harmonious design and adds extra work for the staff. Overall, we had a great experience here and are grateful for these past months. Wishing the Avant team continued success — and lots of sweaty, happy members ahead! 💪

Edit : shout out to Arman for taking great care of me and consulting me on my fitness goals 🙏🙏🙏 Every single dollar so worth of the membership fee . It’s one of the most beautiful clubs in Toronto. Its state of art facility 1000000% . It’s really clean and I feel very welcomed and appreciated. I am so happy to have all amazing classes under one roof with best instructors from the city .

This is quite literally an A+ gym. I’d say it’s living up to the luxurious gym standard. From the services, the equipments and amenities, this is money well-paid. Also big up to my coach Erica! She’s simply the best. Regardless of classes or PTs, her sessions are meticulously designed and highly effective. She’s also such a fun person, makes the workout more enjoyable. Having her private training session right after work is the highlight of weekday. Professional, motivating, and detail-oriented - easily the best training experience I’ve had.

Avant is the gold standard of fitness clubs in the city. When you walk in you’re greeted with a warm smile, a hospitable attitude, and a sense of community where fitness is obviously placed at the forefront. I want to especially shoutout Bernard. His constantly uplifting attitude, attention to detail for every single member of the club, and the ability to take customer service above and beyond - make Avant a particularly welcoming and prestige environment. Every staff member at Avant contributes to making me feel confident and stronger each time I’m there. I’m proud to be a member at this club, and every other “luxury” gym in this city pales in comparison. The trainers are very well versed, and are clearly very good at what they do, this includes Liam, Ace, Dagim, and the rest of the training staff. You will get better with coaches like them. All the equipment is top notch Panatta and Atlantis equipment. As an amateur bodybuilder these pieces of equipment have been perfect in my progress. From the smoothie bar, to the Thermal Cove (Sauna, Steam Room, Cold Plunge), to all the other great amenities, it is clear that Avant is by far the best fitness club I’ve ever had the privilege of being a member at.

AVANT is an exceptional gym with a great atmosphere, high-quality equipment, great classes and a motivating environment—but what truly sets it apart is the staff. I want to give a special shoutout to Bernard, who greets me by name every time I check in. His warm, friendly energy instantly makes you feel welcome and seen!

Just had an awesome workout at Avant. If you’re looking to unwind like a boss, their sauna and cold plunge setup is top-notch. And shoutout to Becca and Destiny for making the whole experience even better. You’ll walk out feeling refreshed, grinning ear to ear, and probably already planning your next visit. Definitely give them a go if you want that extra bit of chill in your life. I’m most impressed with how all the staff remember and call you by name.

Joining Avant has been one of the best decisions I’ve made for myself! There are so many different classes and ways to train, no matter what your fitness goals are, and it never feels boring or repetitive. I started taking LF3 classes with Amalia on Monday mornings and it is hands down the best way to start my week. She pushes me while also being incredibly supportive, and the workouts, music, and vibes are always on point! All the trainers and staff I’ve met at Avant are genuinely kind, welcoming, and helpful. You can really tell they care about the member experience and go out of their way to make the gym a fun, positive place to be. The community here is also amazing! I’ve met so many great people and even made friends, which I never expected from a gym. If you’re on the fence, just join. And if you’re already at another gym… honestly, just leave and join Avant. You won’t regret it. 10/10, highly recommend.

Avant is such a beautiful gym. It’s clean, modern, and has everything you could possibly need. The equipment is amazing, the locker rooms are spacious and spotless, and everything is always well stocked and organized. The classes I’ve tried have been as good as, if not better than, the best boutique studios I’ve been to in the city. What really makes Avant special for me is my personal trainer, Faryan. I’ve been working with him since the gym opened in August, and he’s honestly incredible. He’s extremely knowledgeable, nonjudgmental, kind, and so dedicated to helping me improve. He quietly adapts every exercise to meet me where I’m at, without ever letting my limitations hold me back (whether mental or physical). I was nervous to start working out since I hadn’t been very active before, but Faryan made me feel completely comfortable and so well supported each step of the way. I used to feel like an outsider at the gym, and now I feel like I belong. Faryan has helped me believe in my own strength more than I ever thought possible. In fact, he’s so good at what he does that part of me wants to gatekeep him, but he truly deserves all of the recognition. Training with him has been the best investment in my health and confidence. I’m grateful to have him help me along my fitness journey.