Evolve Strength South

Good facility. Friendly staff. Coach Chris Liddle is a huge motivation for me to coming to this gym. He is the reason I workout and get healthier.
Chris is very professional and motivated in your health as much as you.

He is very focused during workouts. He does not spend time chitchatting or focus on anything other than workouts. He believes personal trainer is a premium service and he provides his services as such. You get what you hire him for. I really respect his discipline during workouts.

He has a flexible schedule which helps a lot. I have been having good results while working out with him. Chris calibrates the workouts based on my strengths, weaknesses and health goals. Workouts are always fun with Chris.

For me starting working out was very difficult habit to cultivate. Chris made it easier to instill a activity habits in daily routine.

Chris is the best.

South location is a very bare bones gym especially since they’re charging 33 biweekly now. Mostly free weights, few benches and the only machines being a leg extension, hamstring curl, and leg press. Great gym if you’re a powerlifter as they’re fully equipped for competitive lifting, but if you’re a normal lifter or bodybuilding then I recommend facilities with more space and equipment. Also VERY loud as it’s essentially one room with speakers playing music and heavy weights being dropped.

Liz Macklon In January 2023 I made the decision that I needed to work with a personal trainer as I was having more and more difficulty just accomplishing activities of daily living such as being afraid of falling down when outside and not being able to get up, having trouble getting up from low chairs, going up stairs and having to use both feet on each step.

I have now been working with Aman three times a week for seven weeks and have seen a vast improvement in many areas. My balance has improved greatly. I can walk further when shopping without my legs hurting and feeling weak.

I can now stand up unassisted from a low gym bench. I have much more flexibility in my limb movements.

I had a rotator cuff injury in my left shoulder over a year ago and had been having physio for most of that time. Since starting the gym exercise I have much more pain free movement and the arm is a lot stronger.

Attending the gym has also provided much needed structure in my day. I always have an increased energy level after my hour with Aman at the gym. I have more confidence in what I can accomplish.

Aman is a wonderful instructor. He is very knowledgeable and patient. He explains everything well as well as demonstrating the exercises with rationale for them and always ensures that I understand.

Of all the commercial gyms I've had an opportunity to visit, I've never been to one with such an inclusive and wholesome community as Evolve South. That, combined with the excellent equipment available makes it an obvious choice for any serious fitness pursuits.

Evolve south has an incredible atmosphere complimented by a friendly and inviting staff that allows you to have your best workouts

I'm glad I found this gym, here I have the rough idea what I need to work on. I'm glad that I have Luke Bialobzyski as my trainer. Whole area is clean and hygienic, Staff and other trainers are professional and friendly, just say Hi or hello whether if its members or staff. Even the front desk checks on my performance and how am I catching up. 10/10 recommended.

Oh my gosh I absolutely love this gym, the staff are so accommodating and the training environment is 10/10

Outstanding facility - Well maintained, clean, and friendly. There is always plenty of high-demand equipment (I.e, benches, squat racks, etc) so you rarely need to wait. This gym is also fantastic in that it has a large area for calisthenics and a track with sleds, tires, etc for alternate forms of cardio.

Fantastic facility with incredible staff that assist with the community that is evolve strength. Very clean and I love the quality of equipment within the gym.

I have been training here at Evolve South since the day it opened and there isn’t a finer gym in the city that gives you such a plethora of training opportunities. Whether that’s Olympic Weight Lifting/Powerlifting/General health or Specific Sports training. The staff are all very friendly and the trainers are class acts when it comes to there due diligence in your training as a client or simply by creating a safe and enjoyable environment for everyone that comes to work out here. I love the garage feeling that it gives off by being such a small location it makes it feel gritty and an old school type of atmosphere. So, if your new to training and want a new gym to try I applaud you to give Evolve South a try or any of its other locations: Downtown and North if your looking for a change of pace from your regular gym

I have been going to Evolve for years and have absolutely loved my experience here! The staff are always kind and welcoming and the community is amazing. The facility its self is spacious and well kept. 10/10 recommend!

This is an out of the way gym - quiet in the mornings which I like. Little older but serviceable bathrooms. Just enjoy the smaller community here and trainers Bailey and Lorelei:)

Love the friendly staff always see them cleaning the gym especially after large group training sessions. The gym itself is very open and always has everything I need for a good workout

Best staff, affordable pricing, can’t beat the trainers, best environment, so motivating, everyone is so kind! A hole in the wall you may not have heard of, but I’ll never leave ️

I have been training at the gym and can only say amazing things about the gym and staff! Front desk work their butts off to provide clean towels, clean equipment and service with a smile. The gym has all you’d ever need to explore and pursue your strength/fitness needs!

Great atmosphere, great staff. Being a bigger person trying to change their life I have never felt uncomfortable or like I was being judged while at Evolve.

You'll pay to leave this place. 2 payments plus service charge for a gym I haven't been to in 6mths.
Edit, management contacted me and waived all fees.

Every evolve gym is special. Great equipment. Great staff. Great communities. Many fond memories and good friends made at evolve. You won't find a better place to train.

Always so clean and their covid regulations are great and easy to accommodate without feeling overwhelmed.when the gyms are open for public workouts. The staff is always friendly! And knows members by name and always strike up a conversation. The equipments is amazing clean and always in good shape. On the 2 years I’ve been going there I’ve never seen a piece of equipment out of order. Trainers always say hi or acknowledge you even if they don’t train you. I wouldn’t talk any higher about evolve. 10/10 always recommend to friends family and coworkers.

Overall this is a great facility. But disappointed at what I saw this morning 9: 30 am - 11 am March 27.11 ppl powerlifting together along with someone who appeared to be a coach, grouped in one corner of the gym, no distancing or wearing masks.

I don’t want to be that guy but I’d like our gym to remain open and this kind of thing is just asking for another shutdown.

Great place to train but safety needs to remain a priority.

Been going to Evolve now for 2 years and there is honestly not a bad thing i can say. The staff is professional, kind and always greets you with an amazing attitude. They also have tons of equipment (mainly weight lifting) which means you will find it hard not to have something available.

I wantes to show my appreciation for this amazing gym given everything thats going on.

I have been going to Evolve for a few months now, and have nothing but good things to say. When I joined, I was just starting Olympic lifting, so while I am no stranger to gyms it was pretty daunting to train alone. The staff, OPF members and gym members were extremely welcoming and I made friends very quickly and felt at home instantly. The gym is so versatile and allows so many different types of training, which is important for me. It is a very unique gym and the set up is superb. I didn’t get a chance to try out the physio or other practitioners working there but constantly saw them working hands on with clients. As someone with a background working with practitioners and as a personal trainer it’s really good to see them bringing them to the gym for rehab work! The membership is quick and easy with no hidden fees or contracts and gives you access to all of their locations. I would recommend Evolve to anyone looking for a gym, new or veteran, sport specific or general health. The versatility and knowledge within the gym will surely set everyone up for success!

This gym is AMAZING!
I train with Ivan and there's so much equipment for us to work with and the layout is really nice. I never get bored it's like a playground! Also, the cleanest gym I have ever been too which is my number 1 priority when choosing a gym to workout at. 10/10 recommend.:)

Evolve Strength is my favourite gym, hands down. Everything you need, all in one place. Equipment is all top notch and in great shape. Staff is friendly, helpful, and always working to keep things super clean. Plus, their membership rates are more than reasonable (especially for this level of facility).

This gym will ruin you for all other gyms. Aren't you sick of waiting for platforms or squat racks or are prohibited from using chalk for your lifts? It's time to switch to Evolve.

I love Evolve Strength. The downtown facility is amazing. I love the layout. The staff are super friendly and helpful. It's like you are part of a family. They cater to all needs and everyone is supportive of every one's goals. I work with a personal trainer there and have made great progress in overcoming sports injuries and strengthening my body.

I can’t see myself ever leaving this gym! Downtown facility, staff and trainers are amazing. The community at evolve is definitely a highlight of every workout. You won’t regret joining this gym!:)

Plenty of room, equipment was new when they opened and is maintained in excellent condition. Friendly accommodating staff and plenty of personal trainers and other rehab professionals available for all your needs.

I've been working out for nearly 30 years and this is my absolute favourite gym. The layout, the equipment, the staff, the trainers, the atmosphere.everything about this place is top shelf, regardless of your experience level.

I actually have a well-setup home gym and I still try to go to Evolve once a week because of the variety and extra value it brings to my training. If I could build the perfect gym, it would look like Evolve.

I have been going to Evolve for years now and have never not had a great experience. They have tons of equipment (Powerlifting, Strongman, Bodybuilding), the people are friendly, there’s tons of athletes from different sports training. It has everything

Best gym in the city, unless you're looking for 100 treadmills side-by-side. But let's be real.you can only run on one at a time.

This gym is awesome! Very spacious, and staff are friendly. It’s a close community where people have a common goal, be fit and be strong. Everyone is very supportive wether you are a beginner, novice or god level, they will give you a hand when you need help! It doesn’t matter to me if i I drive 25 mins or 30 mins to get to this gym. This gym is awesome!

Evolve is a very clean and welcoming gym on the south side. My trainer Chris Liddle is absolutely wonderful. He really listens to what my goals are and always sets me up for success. He is very friendly, knowledgeable and genuinely cares about your success.

I joined Evovle 3 or so months ago because I did not want to join a big box gym. They have everything I could want and strong dedicated group of trainers and staff as well as members. Comfortable place to get my work outs in. Close to my office. It is perfect for me.

A very welcoming, accessible gym on the south side. My trainer Kim Kadatz is absolutely wonderful, and it looks like all of the trainers there are attentive. There is someone there for everyone. Staff are friendly, and prices are reasonable. Contacts aren't necessary to use the gym either.

I've been coming to evolve south location for just about 3-4 months now, previously having gone to Full Force gym for a year or two. Compared to Full Force, Evolve much better fits my goals, interests, and needs. There are no mirrors at Evolve, which was a big change from what I had been used to, however I very quickly grew to love the lack of mirrors. Rather than focus on my appearance, or watching myself to see if my form is correct, I'm able to better feel for my form and actually rely more on bodily sensations to know when my form is on point or a bit off. It's been great for my mental well being, as I'm no longer comparing my body to other women in a negative way - sure, there are some strong women here at Evolve, but I'm less likely to feel jealous in the way I did at full Force likely due to the aesthetics focused nature of that gym versus the performance focus at Evolve. I also love that the music is quiet, which means it doesn't interfere with my own music, that the lighting is even and bright throughout rather than lit in an attempt to emphasize musculature, there are lots of racks and platforms and unless I come on the odd busy day I don't usually have to fight for equipment. People are friendly and the space is large enough for its purposes. The only things I'm less stoked on are the price for membership (eg a year in full now, with increases in overall membership, is only 55 less than paying month to month on a contract, which makes the payment in full not much of a better deal than just going month to month on a contract), the hours (im not usually using the gym late, but on weekends it would be nice to still be open until 10pm). Overall the gym has been a great change for me and has invigorated my enjoyment of working out by shifting my focus less towards my looks and more towards my performance. Would recommend to others but I do hope that they readjust their membership prices to better compete with other gyms (eg full Force year membership is under 500, most places will save you more than just one month of payment).

Edit: there are a few other things regarding equipment, some of the pins for bench racks are bent which can make them harder to use easily when changing height of the bar, sometimes I have to go to the racks with rubber plates to supplement on bench as the non rubber plates near the bench racks have fewer weight increments, I do wish they had one or two more bench racks as they just got rid of an old one and some people use the bench racks to squat which takes away from benchers on busy days (I absolutely will not use those for squats unless I have no other choice) - yes these have safeties but perhaps if the gym encouraged squatters to learn how to bail out on squats fewer people would feel the need to use these spots for squats.

Really enjoy coming to this gym. It's so clean, and tons of different equipment. The staff is super friendly. Chris Liddle is my personal trainer here, and he has been amazing. I really like how my sessions set me up for success for the following week when I go in by myself. He takes the time to listen to my goals and creates programs which will work for my, my lifestyle and the amount of time I have to spend at the gym her day.

I met Chris Liddle at Cyclebar in Windermere. I wanted to get to know more about him before I inquired about him so I invited him to meet me for a coffee. He's come to my house to train with me once before but since then, I have come and hired him to train me several times at Evolve South. He's a great guy who just wants to do his best for the clients that hire him. I highly recommend him as he is knowledgeable, friendly, and can work with just about anyone. Thanks, Chris!

Very nice gim almost perfect equipment. Only wish they had mirrors it's more difficult to balance heavy weight then I can't see myself.

No contract, affordable rates, top of the line equipment, and most of the clientele is looking to work on athletic development. Really cool atmosphere. This is the original location, so the equipment is a lot less standardized (which just means there are more bar variations, etc.to choose from).

The facility itself is amazing, I trained here for a year or so. However there is ZERO protection for customers who purchase personal training from the trainers or coaches who rent space/train out of Evolve. Jeremy Bell was happy I paid in full for 12 weeks of programming plus speed sessions. He only delivered a fraction of what I paid for. I went to Manager of Evolve South, who talked to Jeremy. That resulted in a promise of 3 weeks free programming and the remaining 6 weeks plus speed sessions. He never delivered. I asked Jeremy Bell multiple times for a refund or to deliver programming. He said he couldn’t refund the amount equivalent of unfinished sessions and programming and promised to get my programming done. It’s been well over a year and I’m now out hundreds of dollars, meanwhile Jeremy continues to work with other clients.