Reviews of The Wellness Institute (Gym)

Wendy Preteau

What a beautiful facility! Lots of neat, clean equipment, lots of space for people to do different activities, including two full-size gym courts. The heated indoor therapy pool is excellent, and lots of people to visit with

Ryan Meade

Great gym. Very clean, staff is friendly and lots of equipment. Not the cheapest place, but it's definitely worth the extra money.

David Charabin

Professional staff. Short wait time

H R

You can either get a good workout or not, but that naturally depends on your commitment and health

Gursharan Singh Rai

Good place for workout

Darrell Dreammaker

Good except for staff that drive the wrong way upon exiting their parking lot. Have complained about this, but nothing ever gets done.

Joanna Palumbo

I LOVE the track here!

Noah Penner

Great accommodations really nice

Francis A. Amara

Great for good health happiness

J. R.

Clean with nice facilities and friendly staff

Mariappan Lakshmanan

One of the good gym in garden city area..

Maire Profeta

Very well equipped gym with a running track. Very very crowded classes. Clean locker room. Pool and sauna.

Rachael Ireland

The most rediculous place when it comes to human decency, came here with my mother and disabled sister who really needed a pool like theirs and her son from Ontario made a point to call ahead and ask about swimming and yet when we arrive the very ELITEST, RUDE, front desk staff just shrugged it off as "oh well" you can't go in with a child let alone at all since your not a member. this place needs to change their views on guests using the pool. Absolutely rediculous to come all that way because someone just "happened" to misinform us over the phone. Even on several occasions the wellness centres staff is known to be the most rude and petty staff in a long time. My advise, Goto the YMCA where people at least have the decency to be personable.

Jayson Reyes

Very nice clean gym. I’ve done a personal training session with Personal Trainer JR. He’s really pushes you, very knowledgeable, and taught me how to do weight exercises properly and maintaining proper form. His HIIT workouts killed me in a good way!! Highly recommended if you need a personal trainer.

Al Heinrichs

The Wellness Institute is taking a professional approach during this pandemic. Currently they have set the standard of wearing masks, social distancing, etc. from the time of entry to the time of exiting. To a large extent this is being done, however, the Wellness Centre should designate one or more people to be responsible for complete compliance. It was observed that a few individuals were not wearing their masks or wearing them incorrectly. And it was noticed that the minimum distance of 2 metres is not being met in the context of the exercise equipment.

gary boutilier

It is such a dynamic and inclusive place to aid in the redevelopment of people who need a step in the right direction on the road to being well again. No matter what are needs are there are great staff and equipment to nurture us all the way

Jason Unrau

Exceptional equipment in most cases, a comfortable, stress-free environment to work out.

JJK Leduc

We've been going to this facility on and off over the years trying different gyms. By far, this is the best location for us due to location on our commute to work, great amenities and helpful staff.

Hades MSM

Would be the best gym in Winnipeg if: 1. They had longer weekend hours (at least 9pm) 2. They didn't have employees that follow other men into the showerooms

DEE WAH

Very clean, great staff. It's just a nice place to workout. It cost a few bucks more, but you get what you pay for.

Kyle P

Ive been going here for years, yes there are other gyms in the area that have better membership fees and offer a more convenient time schedule. But the wellness institute has more options, they have a heated pool, basketball court, a track, hot tub, sauna, badminton/pickle ball, many classes that are free, and plenty of exercise equipment the list goes on. The staff is friendly. The only downfall I can think of right now is that some members fail to shower before they enter the pool as required.

Gary Alderson

Excellent facility. Unfortunately the steam room is abused badly by the younger members who block the heat sensors and raise the temperature to unhealthy heat levels. Management will not enforce the rules.

Paul Cheema

Amazing facility with amazing staff. Staff are always very friendly and always answer any questions you have. It’s always very clean. The equipment is top notch and always maintained. There’s an outdoor track and indoor track for running. Multiple courts for badminton, basketball etc. It’s pricey compared to other gyms in the area however.

Thomas P

Great facility and great staff. Their equipment is well kept and hardly anything is out of service.

Burga Kruse

I give myself a good workout

Derek Benjamin

very nice facility, lot's of helpful staff on hand, busy, but there's enough to do that it doesn't affect your workout

Sandie VanHelvert

Cardiac Rehab Program is awesome as is the facility & classes.

G M

Needs longer hours on Weekends.

Robert Smith

Extensive safety precautions relating to Covid 19.

Sig del Rosario

Nice facilities, great staff.

Al Roth

Greatest place and well managed for all

Inder Jit Sharma

Love it once I get in there don't like to leave.

Laura Johns

The Wellness Institute is a very professional facility offering many services / facilities. I often took the yoga classes - equipment is always provided and depending on the teacher, you can find a class to suit your level/style. I also walked the track - depending on the time and day, it could be rather busy but not a problem. There is a vast selection of equipment for training purposes along with a pool/hot tub/steam room. I have not used these; however, its wonderful they provide this. The machinery for cardio is abundant and often complete with TV/entertainment system. I would highly recommend Wellness Institute. It has many services which would take too long to list. Well worth the visit.

Stewart Downey

Plenty of equipment to keep one busy !

Simple lifestyle Canada

I love to go for workouts.

James Paeldin

nice place. I love it.

Gordon Thurston

Great place to work and feel good about yourself

Cheryl Ducharme

Love the walking track here and the machines.

Roger Miller

Great place for your well being

Sam R

I love this gym!

Wade Fisher

Great place for working out with amazing staff.

Sanmeet Cheema

They have track in the gym

Alexa Thiessen

the best gym i've ever been too. always clean, always friendly. doing amazing following all guidelines

Stevo Dawson

Well nice

Jerry Michael M

Great gym ...just do it !

Edwin Omaga

Best place for elderly, to go for exercise and physio , massage, etc.

Michael Perl

Great place to get healthy. Excellent and helpful staff.

Gee Cee

Kris B. RMT gives the best massage! He is exceptionally professional & highly skilled! If you're looking for a deep massage by someone who is knowledgable & relaxed in their approach, look no further!

jose utooten

look out for Karens. i was in front of my locker changing (naked) and some karen walked up to me... no social distancing and told me to wear my mask... ugh. aside from that. staff are friendly and knowledgeable and the place is very clean

Lynn Stewart

Friendly and helpful staff

Darren

Nice place nice staff lots of machines aerobic pool

John Taylor

This is a terrific place for beginners or experienced people to get a workout

Harmanpreet Dhillon

Best gym in North Winnipeg

Robert Lechow

Great place - great staff

Corey Vokey

Clean and friendly

lavafluxx x

Need longer hours, weekends as well. Some staff caters to there buddies. Different rules for different people depending on who you know.

marg ashcroft

Wonderful place for aqua size - dressing rooms are great!...BUT - my day is started off on the wrong foot the minute I attempt to go through the front doors. I certainly hope that you intend to install an instant opening door, along with all your other renovations for the 'reception' desk. Walmart and the Health Sciences Center both have instant opening doors - why not you? I have back and leg problems, as many others have, and find it VERY difficult to stop and press those buttons, which do not work half the time. I was told by your staff that I have to press harder!....very difficult to do with a handicap, also with other people behind me, pushing to get in as well. Please install instant opening doors!

Rob James

Great place but equipment is dated

trick guzman

I just cancelled my membership today. The person that i spoke with over the phone is Mark. His demeanor seems like he doesn't care at all that they are losing members and uninterested to work. Didn't even bother to ask why am I cancelling and see if I could discuss my concerns. This facility only cares for the money that we pay monthly. They don't really care and value us, as their members! The front desk people are very rude and unorganized. As well as some personal trainers especially Adrian. To you Mark, you better learn some phone etiquette and have your customer service skills assessed

David Habte

Great facility and full of very friendly staff. Thanks

Irene Thomas

Been a member for years. Is a second home for a reason.

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So it really upset me again today. Not to name names.. but I will b/c she upset me that much. I quit my Wellness membership after 7+ years, back in February b/c Anita, an employee who works at the front desk was constantly laying her attitude on me. I regularly went to Wellness, about 4 to 5 times a week, so seeing the smiling staff at the front desk was always a nice comfort. It actually took me a long time to decide to change gyms but I remember Anita's vulgar attitude, when I had left my gym pass in my car during our -40 winter weather last year, and that was the end of Wellness for me. It was the second time I had done that during the week b/c I was in a rush to get inside b/c it was so cold out. She could have asked nicely, to remember to bring it next time but she blatantly stated she'd charge me for another pass, if I forgot the next time I was in. I thought it was just the cold weather making her heart cold but today when I went to see my favourite massage therapist, Kris, she did it again. I kindly asked Anita for a pass for the lockers as I had brought my purse and jacket in w/ me, thinking it would be fine to place it in a locker and seeing as I wasn't a member anymore, I didn't have a card (their keys for their lockers). She gave me her rude attitude so I gave it right back. I've been going to Wellness that long and have never felt so disrespected as when she had spoken to me today! She could have simply told me politely and I would have accepted it. She had just started to work at the front desk in the spring last year but her attitude still needs to change. Those were only a cpl of the times her attitude could have been adjusted. I usually went to Wellness after work so having her manner corrupt my already drained self was something I didn't feel like paying the almost $55/month I was, to be there. I wish I could remember all the wonderful staff names that worked at the front desk and very polite professional cleaners that I became so accustomed to seeing on the time there. You all are wonderful. Still looking forward to seeing you all when I come in for my visits with Kris! He's the best massage therapist I've found over all the years I've gone for them, which is plenty. I'm sad I don't get that extra discount on massages w/ him, for being a Wellness member, but he is definitely someone to pay extra for! Thx again Kris, my back feels so much better and I'll definitely be trying those exercises at home, that we had reviewed to relieve my neck pain!

Mark S

Hours need major improvement especially when you compare to other gyms and their fees, some front desk staff are rude especially in the evenings though majority are very nice people. Other than that it's an amazing facility.

Rachelle G

Dr. Christian Manansala is very thorough with his explanations as to the why and how questions. He is very personable, honest and he would not recommend anything that he finds unnecessary. His treatment is individual based; customizes your treatment to fit you, and genuinely wants you to get better. He has helped me recover from a minor car accident injury and other work related sorenesses. Thanks Christian!

Parmpreet Singh Dhindsa

Very nice health fitness place but one and only thing please make it 24 hours or at least 11 pm everyday regardless of holidays it helps in making exercise as routine Thks!

Tracey 0123

Saw Dietician Laura - she is lovely and very knowledgeable !

Sherry McDonald

very spacious, clean and membership cost is fantastic considering what is included.

Rory Carter

Great rehab center

Gord Chambers

Saved my life . Last week I was working out when I started to not feel well . So eventually I ended up asking a stranger that was ready to leave to get me some help from the staff . The staff came (ken) and (Darren) and others ended up taken me to emergency. Thank god they said I should go as a precondition because I was having a heart attack ( widow maker). If they would have let me go home then I would be dead . Thank you to the staff at the wellness centre for saving my life. Thank you

Harry Schwartz

Excellent facility with top of the line equipment and extremely helpful staff.

gene Schmidt

This is a great facility with a large amount of physical fitness equipment. I go here weekly to see a physio therapist and look forward to getting into the fitness area.

Jess

Great Facility!

Marcela Buduhan

Beautiful place, very clean. Good place to do your exercise, people are nice and friendly. They make you feel welcome. Lots of instructor to help and guide you. With doctors and nurses. Doctor did the stress test for me yesterday.

Nicolle Orsulak

Christian is the best chiropractor!

JonisMrNibs

I’ve been going to this gym since volunteering as a kid back in 2000... I’ve always loved this place but it’s 2018... other gyms around have way better hours.. only til 9pm Friday and 7pm sat&sun? Plus membership also costs more than most gyms. Lots of people are switching gyms and I’m thinking of doing the same unless the hours get better.

Alfred Chase

I had a heart problem and was advised on more than one discussion by the Wellness Institute that my medical insurance would cover the fees for their services. My medical insurance would not cover a program run by a doctor who should be paid by the province The Wellness Institute refused to give any information on any of the practitioners in the rehab program such as physiotherapists that my insurance would cover. So get your money with miss-information and do nothing to support you after

sheila friesen

Great atmosphere, great people...very calm place

shiven shridhar

10/10 the best gym in the area.

ChaCha Belle

My husband and I just left getting a tour through the wellness with Megan a consultant there. It was one of the most condescending interactions we've had. Didn't even ask our name as she met us, before she showed us around. It was like a robot showing us around. If this is any indication of what the atmosphere of this place would be like it's horrible. What a horrible degrading experience. It's not often you leave a place feeling this way and it was absolutely awful. I can't express that enough. No care what so ever. If anything the complete and utter opposite. Needless to say we will NOT be looking at going here. How horrible!!!!

Mike Taylor

If your a health and fitness nut this is the gym for you, affordable memberships and clean facilities.

Annetta Armstrong

I love this gym.

Tevin Olivier-Job

Everything you want and need in an athletic facility. Attached to the hospital in case you go too hard in your workout! Lol... Love it!

kayla

Highly recommend the massage therapy! More than just your average relaxing massage- the licensed massage therapists use targeted techniques that are specific to your needs that leave you feeling better than before. I drive across town to come here for massages, so worth it!

Shawn Martens

Best facility in Winnipeg! It helped me to quit smoking, 14 years smoke free!! Excellent classes, beautiful facility and superb customer service.

faye zbrog

Member for over 3 years....great facility

Ryan Kraemer

Just starting but so far so good.

Brian Peterson

Charges members fees for not attending during the Covid19 Pandemic. Combine this with limited service and amenities makes the choice NOT to join simple. Comparable amenities available elsewhere, at a much lower cost. Yes, there is no year long commitment (most facilities these days have done away with that) but there IS a NON REFUNDABLE $100.00 registration fee. If you are okay with the constant bad odour and mouldy showers (even after multiple complaints) I am sure they will be happy to take your $100.00 permanently and charge you fees even if you don’t want to work out in their gym during a global pandemic!

Rob Archambault

The trainers are awesome.

Damian Macri

Clean and offers a lot of choices .membership is reasonable and no contracts

Dave Stock

One of the best gyms In the city!!

Silvia Veldkamp

Going for cardio program, very nice facilities. Very pricey.

Roger Cristobal

The best.

john robert

Great place very knowledgeable trainers at 63 I think I found my youth pill

Timothy Byers

Asked to "Freeze" my membership due to Covid-19. They continue to take "Full" deductions since the summer. I have now cancelled my membership. I expect a refund on the past number of months, when I return my parking pass. Many other members have encountered this same issue. Many more memberships will be cancelled, I'm sure. Totally ridiculous!

Barbara Humeny

Love it

L D

Best place to get a massage and also to exercise!

Richard Robinson

Knee therapy awesome therapists

Joanne Marinic

Great facility, good classes, yoga, staff are always available and friendly.