building a Community-Focused Gym

dupont Fitness is slated to launch in may 2025,though a specific opening date has yet to be announced. the team has been actively gathering community feedback to tailor the gym to local preferences.

steve cao, co-founder of dupont Fitness, told curiocity that he and his partners felt that existing gyms were too generic and failed to adapt to local needs.as partners of other gyms in the area, we always seemed like generic chain gyms, without any adaptation to the needs of the premises. they do not take into account seasonality,trends or local preferences.

cao emphasized the importance of creating a space for self-care and mental well-being. we consider the gym as a moment for self -care, and the gym as an oasis away from our busy lives, the bustle of the city and, during the winter, an escape of the confinement. it is not only a place to take care of the body, but also to clear the mind, disconnect and recharge energy.

the goal is to make exercise enjoyable and not just another task on a to-do list. we want exercise to be a pleasant experience, something that you really expect with illusion, not only something that tacks from yoru list of pending tasks, cao added.

what to Expect at dupont Fitness

the gym boasts an open concept design with ample natural light and high ceilings. members can look forward to:

• a free weights section
• strength and cardio machines
• squat racks
• hack and smith hack machines
• a second-floor cardio area with views of the entire gym

there will also be a dedicated studio for functional physical training, equipped with:

• layer boxes
• boxing bags
• trx bands
• russian weights
• battle strings
• lighter dumbbells

dupont Fitness aims to provide a holistic health experience by incorporating spaces for physiotherapists and masseuses. cao explained, we adopt a holistic health approach, so we will also use some of our office spaces for physiotherapists and masseuses, so that everything is accessible in a single space, whether you come to put yourself in shape, gain strength, improve mobility, recover or simply escape and feel better in your daily life.

group classes, including yoga, pilates, hiit, and strength and conditioning, will be offered. the gym also plans to organize a runner club and outdoor training sessions in local parks.

future additions include an infrared sauna with red light therapy and a cold immersion room.

membership Details

dupont Fitness offers two membership options:

• full access 24/7: $69 per month
• limited access (off-peak hours): $49 per month

limited access members can use the gym:

• monday to friday: 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. and 9 p.m.to 6 a.m.
• saturdays: 2 a.m. to 6 p.m.
• sundays: all day

the first 100 members can join the fundadores club,which includes monthly or annual membership options. the annual founder’s club offer includes:

• three months free every year
• exclusive “founder club” t-shirt
• personal training session
• nutritional profile meeting
• brand mixer bottle
• brand canvas sports bag
• four-week personalized training plan
• name on the wall of the founders

at the time of writing, only nine founder’s club spots remained.

location and Contact

dupont Fitness is located at 927 dupont st.,above the master mechanic dupont workshop. those interested can follow the gym’s progress online or visit once it opens.

for more data or to book a tour, contact dupont 24/7 Fitness at:

• address: 927 dupont st, toronto, on m6h 1z1, canada [[3]]
• phone: (416) 861-8181 [[3]]
• email: info@dupontfitness.ca [[3]]

free street parking is available along dupont st. and concord ave [[3]].

faq

when is dupont Fitness opening?

may 2025.

where is it located?

927 dupont st., toronto.

what are the membership options?

24/7 access for $69/month or limited access for $49/month.

is parking available?

yes, free street parking is available.