Reviews of Valley Apex Training Grounds (Gym)

Syd Heron (Farmingismetal)

I was pretty nervous walking into Apex during my second trimester. Laura was kind and knowledgeable about modifications for athletes during pregnancy, and made sure I was safe throughout workouts. Laura communicates well and feels like an old friend! The workout space was very clean and tidy, and set up to allow for social distancing. They have everything you need for CrossFit and conditioning. Overall a great experience. Laura and Kevin are friendly and professional and just generally good people.

Tristan Crigger

It was through Kevin and Laura’s training that I was truly able to excel in the CrossFit space. They are, undoubtedly, the go-to Ottawa Valley gym for specialized fitness programs.

graeme mcleod

Apex does a lot more than just fitness. They have helped teach leadership, teamwork, responsibility and accountability. I would highly recommend this for any child.

Andrew Lebert

Two incredible hard working trainers. Increase your agility/speed, endurance and strength. Plus they have synthetic ice.

Amy Sicoli

Valley Apex has been and continues to be a wonderful experience for us! Kevin is extremely knowledgeable as a hockey coach/skills trainer. He did incredible skating training with my son and corrected his edging on his skates. All of the work Kevin did on the synthetic ice at Valley Apex transferred to the actual arena ice surface. His hockey skills programs both on and off the ice are well worth the value and I would recommend them to anyone!

Melissa T

Laura and Kevin are amazing!! My son has done the off-ice, synthetic ice and on-ice programs, and he LOVES them all. Every workout is different and his progress has been visible over the course of his training. I also do one-on-one classes with Laura. She creates workouts that are specific to my goals and limitations, while also pushing me outside my comfort zone. I highly recommend Valley Apex for any age and fitness level!

Kevin Gravel

My son loves the workouts and the positive environment that Valley Apex creates. Valley Apex is helping to create life long healthy habits for our youth! Thanks so much.

Kimberly Blais

Valley Apex is a place that feels like home! The staff are friendly, kind, and dedicated to helping their clients fulfill their goals. Communication is wonderful and professionalism and quality are excellent. I have, and will continue to recommend VA to athletes and anyone interested in improving their health and fitness levels!

Valley Window And Door

Valley Apex is a great place to learn a healthy life style and stay active. From the in gym, on ice experience to the Google Meets my kids love their classes and instructors. What a great business to have in our community! Great job Kevin and Laura

Julie Ready

Kevin is excellent with children. My son has ADHD and gets quite anxious with adults that are hard on him or are too aggressive. But, when he’s on the ice with Kevin, he doesn’t want the session to end! That speaks volumes to me about the way that Kevin speaks to and interacts with the children! Keep up the positive and fun atmosphere Kevin! We are definitely coming back for more!

Nicole Lavigne

My son loves to go to Valley Apex Training Grounds for synthetic ice training sessions. He has greatly improved on ice and really enjoys the challenge that VA provides him.

James Gardner

Valley Apex is a phenomenal locally run business that puts 200% into everything they do. Kevin and Laura are so passionate and caring that every customer feels like part of the "family". Whether it be nutritional advice, CrossFit training, off ice core strengthening, on ice hockey programs, hockey goalie development, synthetic ice, zoom classes et cetera. Locally owned and locally run by quality people...can't get much better than that. The Ottawa valley is fortunate to have such a caring, dedicated and compassionate power duo mentoring our youth and adults alike in core strengthening and personal development. Kevin and Laura are technically sound athletes that can deliver lessons to any range of audience. A true testament to the dedication they've put into their disciplines. Thanks for the opportunity to develop goalies on your behalf through the hockey programs Kevin. It's always a pleasure to participate in anything Kevin and Laura organize! Best of luck moving forward in 2021. Knowing you both the way I do, 2021 has many great things in store for Valley Apex Training Grounds and CrossFit to support the ever growing interest in personal health and development! Keep up the great work you two! ;). James Gardner

Melissa Kyle Robinson

My little man woke up at 5 excited to see coach Kevin for synthetic ice training... ( he wasn’t to see him till 11:00) it shows the impact Kevin has a a coach, his ability to grow a bond with his students. I can say with out a doubt Kevin is good at what he does... hit up Valley Apex Training Grounds and see Kevin McKinnon you won’t be disappointed

Trevor Bowden

Great training grounds and #1 pick of the Valley. Son has been going there for year and loves it Hockey Training grounds on and off the Ice!! Highly recommended!!

Chris Carmody

My daughter started working with Kevin and Laura @ Valley Apex a little over a year ago. It started with a Weekend Hockey Camp and led to Off-Ice Conditioning, Synthetic Ice Personal Development Program, Day Camps, and soon Private Skating Sessions (TRAIN 2.0 & DOWNHILL SKATING SYSTEM). Kevin, Laura, and their staff have coached and mentored my 9-year-old daughter amazingly. More importantly they worked with her and supplied the opportunity for growth in hockey skills (skating/ shooting, etc), and in her self-confidence and belief as well. On or off the ice, Kevin, Laura, and staff @ Valley Apex has made an impact in my daughters’ daily activities which supplies her enthusiasm to strive harder by being the best she can be with their encouragement and guidance. She enjoys their exercises, games and times of laughter that make her experience enjoyable and wanting more. Keep up the great work Valley Apex

Ferg Murdock

Great personalized training for, but not limited to, hockey. Friendly and down to earth, Valley Apex made my daughter feel comfortable in her first foray into off ice training.

Trevor Conroy

Good for kids looking for sport exercise programs.

Heather Rousselle

Excellent conditioning for young hockey players both on and off the ice. Unique equipment that makes the sessions fun and Kevin is so great with the kids!

Mandy Drummond

I have been going to CrossFit classes @ Valley Apex for 7 months and I must say this is the first time I’ve felt so comfortable in a group environment while trying to reach my fitness goals. Laura and Kevin are both so friendly, professional and knowledgeable in what they do and always make you feel welcome. My 11 year old started working with Kevin attending off ice conditioning, various hockey camps and most recently a private defensive skating session. I must say I was blown away. We walked away from that session with side by side comparisons of our sons technique to NHL stars with step by step video analysis, making it extremely easy for us to focus in on my sons weaker points. My son loves working with Kevin and our entire family respects his knowledge and expertise. I don’t have enough good things to say about Kevin and Laura, they are simply amazing and always leave you wanting to learn and improve more. Keep up the good work!

Arnold Downey

Well-equipped gym with excellent trainers who truly understand and care about what they're doing. Suitable for all levels of fitness goals, specializing in hockey and cross-fit training.

Anita Ryan

Kevin is professional, friendly, and a great role model for my sons. The personal training, on and off ice training, synthetic ice sessions, and virtual training sessions are high quality and fun. My sons thoroughly enjoy all of their sessions at Valley Apex and have improved their fitness level and hockey skills and gained self confidence through their participation.

Adam Schori

Extremely happy with the team programming Laura developed for us in our off-season