MOVATI Athletic Trainyards

Lia

Mar 6, 2026

I have been going to the MOVATI Train Yards location for some time and just love it! I especially love and recommend Chantal Metcalf’s hot yoga classes! I’ve had some pretty serious accidents which hurt my mobility in my past and her class has been an absolute game changer. I never thought I would see myself in a class 5 days a week and I am! This is a testament to how amazing Chantal’s classes are. The sessions are fun, interactive, support every skill level with no judgement, and leave me with a true sense of accomplishment every day. If you haven’t already, head down to the Train Yards location and book a class. You won’t be disappointed. Thank you Chantal and MOVATI.

Roberto Suppa

Feb 22, 2026

I used to enjoy Movati, but it has seriously gone downhill. Parking is an absolute nightmare. If you don’t time your visit perfectly, you’ll circle endlessly just trying to get a spot. Once you finally get inside, it’s just as bad, memberships are clearly oversold. There are constant logjams on machines, and you end up waiting far too long for basic equipment. The gym has become overly class-focused to the point of being disruptive. They run things like handstand gymnastics that take over the entire bottom floor, with cheering and yelling as if there’s no one else trying to work out. On top of that, there are children’s classes happening in what is supposed to be a weight room, screaming kids running between and on top of other gym-goers. It feels chaotic and, at times, unsafe. Staff seem to have zero control over the flow or overall environment. Hot yoga is another example of squeezing every last dollar out of members. Class sizes have increased from 32 to 36 and now 40 people. It’s gotten to the point where you’re crammed so tightly that you’re literally touching the person next to you during class. It’s no longer enjoyable… it’s uncomfortable. They keep expanding the number of participants and pushing more mats into spaces that clearly don’t fit, just to sell more memberships, without any regard for the actual experience of the members already paying. The free weight area is also poorly managed. Beyond the dumbbell rack, weights are never organized. Plates and accessories are left everywhere, and I rarely see staff putting anything away, yet there are always multiple employees standing around at the front desk. The locker rooms are another major issue. The floors are constantly covered in water. You’re always slipping, and it’s nearly impossible to change without getting your socks wet. It feels poorly maintained and borderline unsafe. Membership prices keep creeping up without meaningful consultation, even when contracts are already in place. They add a dollar here and there to fund improvements no one asked for, yet there’s never any meaningful investment in new gym equipment. Despite the increase in members and class sizes, they haven’t expanded the locker rooms, so those are overcrowded as well. Overall, Movati feels oversold, under-managed, and more focused on packing in more people than delivering a quality fitness experience. It’s clear the priority is selling more memberships, not protecting the member experience.

zara valenzuela

Jan 20, 2026

Great gym. But upon signing for a membership they’ll ask for you to list down guests you’d like to invite sometime. What they don’t share is how they’ll be spamming those guests after you provide their phone number or email and mentioning your name. So that’s weird. It would’ve been helpful to explain that prior.

Natalina Conner

Jan 12, 2026

I was gifted a pass to Movati Athletic – Trainyards by my daughter, and it turned into one of the best holiday treats I could have asked for. I went every day that week and genuinely looked forward to each visit. I tried a wide range of classes- a variety of Pilates, hot yoga (both yin and sculpt), and barre – and every instructor was knowledgeable, welcoming, and created a really supportive atmosphere. The variety and quality of classes made it easy to want to keep coming back. I especially appreciated the women’s-only area, complete with a pool, hot tub, dry sauna, and steam room. The space feels open and intentional, offering a full gym experience rather than something hidden or secondary. What truly stood out, though, was the people. From the front desk staff to the attendants, class instructors, and even the café team, everyone was incredibly kind, attentive, and professional—despite the obvious busyness of the holidays and New Year rush. That level of care makes a huge difference. Overall, my experience at Movati Trainyards was excellent. It felt like a space that values wellness, inclusivity, and community, and I’m so grateful I had the chance to experience it.

Guerin Brown

Dec 2, 2025

The best gym/staff in Ottawa. I have been coming to Movati on the daily for over 2 years now and although it is not the nearest location to where I live I continue to travel every morning because of the staff and atmosphere. Lucas, McKenzie, Rosie, Sarah and the rest of the front desk staff always appear to be in a good mood, are super friendly and have made Movati feel like home, Abby always cheers you up when you are not in the best of moods an will probably switch you over to Almond milk if you haven't already made the switch. For any bro related stuff look for Josh, Josh is your bro. The gym is always clean, the weights are always put away and their friendliness doesn't go unnoticed. You can tell that the managers Brad and Katie are always busy but never hestitate to stop smile and say "hi". Finally the gym is usually pretty quiet and machines are free between 6am- 4pm and then for the rest of the night anytime after 7pm, I may avoid going at the time in between. Thank you Movati and anybody that is looking for a gym I highly recomend checking this location out.