GoodLife Fitness Oshawa Centre Mall

For me, the best parts of this gymnasium are twofold, location and historically, the staff.

The location is at the Oshawa Centre and the gym sits under the mall, accessible via a huge underground parking area, great in the winter and safe!

The staff have also been a highlight over the last couple years, especially the girls at the main desk Kim, Christine, Denise and maintenance person Alisha. To me, these people made it a family atmosphere, like a team spirit and I always look forward to their relaxed encouragement and friendliness!

I should note that in the fall of 2023 there appears to have been a change in management and direction, and from my perspective, not necessarily a good change. The place and personnel seems less happy, the vibe less familiar and somehow like staff is walking on eggshells. I know they have lost several employees since the change and new employees have made no effort to make me or my workout pals feel welcome.

I sure hope they don’t loose more especially the A team I mentioned above! I have worked in a toxic environment in the past so I hope GoodLife Canada can get this great gym and it’s great team back to its happy place before my next renewal!

I met with RAQ here. He is very nice towards everyone and always helps us whenever we need any kind of help.

Raq is a really nice employee and has great customer service. Really recommend signing up here

Good luck attempting to workout here on a Wednesday after 5. Worst time of the week. Just an overcrowded disaster.

Best gym in Ontario; great value, all the equipment you need or want (powerlifting platforms; free weights, machines, cardio) and excellent friendly service. Big bonus on cleanliness

This is my favorite goodlife in the area and I've been to all of them lol. It's a nice large space with ton of equipment. The staff is super friendly and I always feel welcome. The women's area is decent too if you're interested in that:)

The Oshawa GoodLife is the best location in the Durham Region in my opinion. I commute out of my area to go there as they have the best equipment and the layout of the gym it’s perfectly spread out. Every one of the staff are extremely pleasant, helpful and they care about the clientele. Very impressed, I intend to keep going there as always.

I am giving this Goodlife 5 stars as the staff is friendly and down to earth, the clientele isn't walking around primping and preening and setting up their instagran cameras, (nor are there many totally out of shape beginners,) and we haven't had to wait for equipment during the busy times. It's clean, the equipment is maintained, and there's underground parking.

Recently moved to Oshawa. Best gym in Durham hands down. Shout out to Raq at the front desk for helping with the smooth switchover and welcoming atmosphere!

Amazing facility. Super clean and super friendly staff. Extremely big shout out to Nathan, he was extremely kind and helpful.

The GM Alex was absolutely amazing and a pleasure to meet. I forgot the name of the front desk associates however, the team over at GoodLife Oshawa surpasses any customer experience I have ever received. Thank you for the VIP treatment and showing that you actually care for your clientele!

Best gym I have been too. At first I was very hesitant to switch from my original gym to this one but I’m glad I did it’s awesome. All the staff are amazing and always so friendly. Jim is always super clean and well-kept

I have been a member at GoodLife gym in Oshawa for quite some time now, and I must say that my experience has been nothing short of exceptional. From the moment I joined, the staff at this gym has always been approachable, friendly, and incredibly helpful.

One aspect that stands out about GoodLife Oshawa is the professionalism and expertise of their personal trainers. My son has been fortunate enough to have Josh as his personal trainer for the past year, and I cannot emphasize enough how excellent Josh has been in his role. His dedication, knowledge, and commitment to my son's fitness journey have truly made a positive impact.

Josh's approach to personal training is both motivating and inspiring. He takes the time to understand my son's goals and tailors each session to ensure maximum results. Josh's expertise and ability to push my son beyond his limits have been instrumental in helping him achieve significant progress. Not only is Josh incredibly knowledgeable about fitness and exercise techniques, but he also possesses excellent interpersonal skills. He has built a strong rapport with my son, making each session enjoyable and something to look forward to.

Beyond the personal training experience, GoodLife gym in Oshawa offers a wide range of equipment and facilities that cater to all fitness levels and goals. The gym is always well-maintained, clean, and equipped with state-of-the-art machines. The staff members are readily available to assist with any questions or concerns, making the overall gym experience comfortable and hassle-free.

In addition to the top-notch personal training and facility, the atmosphere at GoodLife Oshawa is incredibly welcoming. The gym fosters a positive and inclusive environment where everyone feels motivated and encouraged to reach their fitness goals.

Overall, I highly recommend GoodLife gym in Oshawa. Their staff members are approachable, friendly, and always willing to lend a helping hand. If you're fortunate enough to have Josh as your personal trainer, you can expect an exceptional fitness journey filled with professionalism, expertise, and genuine care. GoodLife gym in Oshawa is definitely the place to be for a rewarding fitness experience!

Amazing equipment with great staff, always feel welcomed and cared for. Enough of everything and never overly crowded

GoodLife Oshawa location has a wide variety and quantity of equipment. This location has impressed me the most out of any of the ones in the GTA!

This Goodlife location is super great, the staff is so friendly (Raq, Andrea, Nikki) and their fitness classes are 10/10 worth it. Would definitely recommend!

I just want to take a moment to say that this location is phenomenal. The staff here are very courteous and always have an active presence on the floor. The GM and AGM do an excellent job in promoting a positive and caring club culture and it can be seen throughout all of their interactions with their team and members. On top the amazing culture the club is extremely clean! On numerous occasions I've witnessed Alisha detail cleaning and sanitizing the machines. Out of all of the Goodlife's in Durham, this is hands-down the best location!

I recently rejoined the gym after a 3 year hiatus due to Covid. I decided to sign up for 7,1 hour session after an initial session with Trainer, Ernie Mackean because I wanted to get reacquainted with the weights and form and make sure that I was actually doing things properly. Ernie was fantastic to work with, he is very knowledgeable, a great coach who pushes you enough to build your confidence while making sure that you’re comfortable. The way that he explains the why, how and how often are valuable tools that I will take with me going forward. If you are looking for a personal trainer, I HIGHLY recommend Ernie!

Meh, it would be nice if the saunas worked. It’s been 10 years…but I see you can increase the price of memberships though. Cool.

Love going to this gym. The atmosphere is so comforting with so many friendly people. The staff are top notch. I attend the RPM and Body Pump classes regularly as the instructors are motivating and encouraging. No judgement just accomplishments.

My favourite GoodLife location by far! Staff are always super welcoming and facilitates are kept clean and organized. I appreciate all the friendly staff at this location especially the GM Alex who helped me feel welcomed and boost my confidence.

The friendly staff always welcome me and say good bye by name when I leave. Little things make a difference. Always clean and organized. Long time happy member.

The BEST GOODLIFE STAFF, the club is always clean, nobody bugs you while you workout, all around good vibes.

Been going to this location on and off throughout the years but consistently for a year now. After awhile I decided to try out the Personal Training program they offer, I was assigned Kayleigh as my trainer. She is very knowledgeable and lots of energy. I have injuries and she has been on point to help those injuries. I highly recommend this location not only because they have great equipment and facilities but from my experience the staff are great too.

Oshawa goodlife is the best location. The staff is always friendly and welcoming no matter what time of the day I come in.
Shout out to my favorites Izzy, Christine, Alex and Carm.
Thanks for making my daily gym session so wonderful.

Staff always helpful and even know me on a first name basis. I'm an avid group fitness participant and seeing the manger (Alex) participating in class is something I rarely ever saw in the 9 years I have been a member. Alex has a great team and truly cares about her members. The instructors at this club are by far some of the most experienced dedicated and fun people I have ever met - Meghan, Nikki, Andrea Jenn have all come from other clubs and along with Alex have created a great group fitness culture at the OC. Thanks

I have been working diligently with Kayleigh for over half a year. I started with a personal training starter pack only looking to increase my confidence in the gym, not actually believing in the effectiveness of working with a personal trainer. The 4 pack session was all it took to open my eyes.
Now over half way through my 12 month pack, I have no doubt in my mind that I will be resigning for a second year with Kayleigh!
I have never in my life seen the progress I have seen with Kayleigh and quite frankly I don’t think my words can do her justice. You just have to start on a starter pack a see for yourself! Kayleigh I love you girl! Thank you for all you’ve helped me accomplish.

I really look forward to going to Goodlife Oshawa. Kayleigh is amazing, she knows her stuff. She knows our limitations and pushes us accordingly. I enjoy working out in our group fitness, so many laughs

Gym has everything you need if you like to powerlift or use free weights. I don't like their benches because the rack position is too high. If you're trying to find this place and you're roaming the mall endlessly.go down the stairs by the elevator in the food court (entrance 8). Also, you can go to the garage and go in entrance 9. Right across from RW & Co.

I've been back to a number of Goodlife locations regularly since the reopening and, while they all are clean and follow good Covid protocols, i find the cool temperature at the Oshawa Centre location to be the best for working out. Also, I LOVE Nikki's Pump/Core class! Nikki is the best combinatin of fun, friendly and tough to make you feel comfortable, welcome and highly motivate to push yourself to your limits.

First time back to the gym since restrictions lifted and was not disappointed. Staff was pleasant and Nikki who instructed the RPM class was amazing. She was super pumped and motivational! Just what I needed to get back into routine. Overall gym was clean and members are spread out and obeying covid policies. Happy this gym is open again!

Great gym, has everything you need but agree with what someone else said about the classes, there isn’t much variety it’s all just Bodypump and Spin so if you don’t like those classes it’s kind of annoying (especially if you got your membership specifically for the classes) I’m a big yogi but have to pay extra to go to a different yoga studio cause they don’t offer yoga classes at this location anymore.

I’ve tried almost every GoodLife location in Durham and this one is my favorite. Great staff, great location. The classes are amazing too - they have such a great group of instructors.

I really like working out at this location. The staff here are really approachable and they're good at what they do! I recommend this club over any club in Durham!

Such a great gym and atmosphere. This is my favorite out of all the clubs in Durham. The staff are always welcoming and so nice to the customers. They work hard, especially with these new guidelines during COVID. The general manager, Alex, is amazing. She works hard and assist members so well. She is always walking around and presents herself for the members and he staff.

Overall, best place to come to!

Love coming to this location. Nikki's Body Pump classes are the best! Alex the manager is also super nice.:)

A really nice gym, and I am so glad to be back. The staff are always really kind and friendly and make me enjoy going there. I have heard horror stories of people at other gyms where the staff is rude and makes them uncomfortable, but that’s definitely not the case here, I always feel very welcome. They have a very nice Women’s Only area too, it’s a great size and has everything you need and they keep everything nice and clean.

My only complaint is the group fitness schedule, which COVID restrictions have made even worse. Pre-Covid as well I found the schedule wasn’t very accommodating for people who work 9-5. I really love Yoga, BodyFlow, SoulBody Barre and the dance classes but they never offer them at times that work for me and now there’s no weekend classes. I wish there was more variety with the schedule it is very heavy on just the Bodypump. I hope they look into adding more variety in the future.

Very clean club with uplifting positive staff. I love doing all the classes at night with the positive instructors that keep me accountable. My favourite location in the Durham region!

Thank you OC staff

I just switched to this gym and I love it already. VERY clean with Covid protocols! A wide selection of machines and very spacious. Friendly staff always cleaning and available to assist.

Oshawa Centre Goodlife has a high set of standards and safety when it comes to cleaning and managing Group fitness environments, club culture, associates, and overall quality. This Club is the best I've seen in the 9yrs I've been going. Credit must be given to the General Manager Alex Large and her team for an amazing member experience in ALL areas.

The gym itself is great I am giving 3 stars because of how you have to book online due to covid. If you miss 2 days with in a 2 week period with out canceling you will not be able to book a work out for 7 days. I have only missed one work out with out canceling. And yet I keep getting emails indicating that I have missed multiple workouts and thus I can not schedule online. I am annoyed that I am being inconvenienced due to someone elses error. It is super annoying and frustrating.

Lots of machines and classes to help you along your path clean facility with well maintained equipment

Best gym in Oshawa. Please order a pendulum squat machine, belt squat machine and/or a reverse hyper machine.

As someone who trains in Olympic Weightlifting location has everything for me, there are tons of squat racks, platforms for powerlifting and Olympic weightlifting, 3 Eleiko XF bars, bumpers everywhere, a turf area to mobilize and push sleds, 2 glute ham raises, a deadlift jack, a massive amount of cardio and selectorized equipment, friendly staff, and is never to busy.

My only complaint here are that members never clean up after themselves they leave out everything from dumbbells, plates, foam rollers, and kettlebells in particular. Today in particular I had to remove all of the weights off of the squat rack I was at because all of the bumper plates were disorganized. BTW this isn't the Powerlifters doing this, from what I have seen they respect the equipment and facility.

As far as improvments go I would love to see a belt squat or reverse hyper, one more of the larger platforms for Olympic Weightlifting (not a big fan of the smaller Eleiko ones), pulling blocks for Olympic Weightlifting/Powerlifting, and for the Powerlifters one of two Rogue Ohio Power Barbells.

Worst club ever takes your money and never make you aware of all the cancellation and changing of the memberships would have given zero stars if I could.

Its down in the basement but spacious and well equipped. Like most Goodlife gyms the staff are welcoming.

They keep changing the hours and are now only open all night 3, sometimes 4 days of the week. Very slow to no response at all to customer requests. Woman's only section is severely lacking in a variety of equipment that is available in abundance in the co-ed section. No issues with cleanliness. Employees don't ever seem to enforce the no photography/filming rules which should definitely be strictly upheld. Love the classes that are offered. Childcare is insanely priced costing 15$ every two weeks per child. Which is really near the same price as their membership fees. Childcare is also lacking in the hours they're open. On another note I go here with my service dog and have never experienced an issue in that regard, thank you.

The deadlift bars and bench bars are the best here.i love how i can just drop weights here.the squat racks are nice, missing the squat bars I'm looking for.no chalk allowed which is understandable but i like using chalk on heavy lifts.staff are friendly.spacious changeroom

To the young man who is thinking about becoming a spin instructor. I would like you to start examining documents. In order to become a group instructor for GoodLifeFitness, you must be able to satisfy these prerequisites:

GROUP FITNESS INSTRUCTOR - CYCLING
What is a Cycling Group Fitness Instructor?

A Cycling Group Fitness Instructor provides safe and enjoyable instruction and leadership for participants in our Group Fitness cycling programs.

What will you be doing?

Lead members through a safe and enjoyable cycling workout in a group setting.

Maintain communication with club management, the members and other instructors

Do you have what it takes?

Les Mills International Certification in RPM (or willing to receive)

Recognized cycling certification

Fitness Instructor Certification

C. P. R. Certification

Energetic and personable with a healthy and positive outlook

Motivated, enthusiastic and dependable

Excellent verbal and nonverbal communication skills

Knowledge of the Health and Fitness Industry

Customer focused

Ability to fully understand and embrace the company culture

Demonstrated fit with GoodLife’s core values (Care, Trust, Integrity, Peak Attitude, Passion, Happiness, Personal Fitness)