CrossFit Actus

This may be a long review, but if you are struggling to commit let me help you make your decision! Prior to joining Actus CrossFit, I was suffering from severe mental illness. There were times where I would look for a gym and then sike myself out of joining. Finally, I started seriously looking for a CrossFit gym. I found Actus CrossFit through a simple google search, contacted the owner, Johnathon, and joined a free trial class. At this point, due to my mental illness, I had gained a lot of weight and was no longer confident in my abilities and my appearance. At the trail class I was greeted by one of the coaches with a huge, welcoming smile*. This was during a lockdown where only small, outside classes were allowed. The class was fun and tiring but also left me slightly disappointed in my changed abilities. The coach was quick to reassure with consistency, patience and hard work I would be able to reach my goals. With a quick tour of the facility, I immediately knew I was ready to join! In the pandemic it was hard with the changing restrictions. However, everyone at Actus made the absolute best of difficult circumstances. They genuinely wanted to continue to help their members, and help people cope through fitness and community during the difficult time. Every coach continued to answer all my questions with a smile. They pushed me to meet my goals in a safe, friendly, and healthy environment. At times there are frustrations to be had when attempting to meet goals. At times life can become challenging. But when you walk through the doors of Actus, you do your best and, in the end, you leave with a smile and having learnt something new, thanking yourself and the coaches – every time. I went from being a fit size 4, to a size 18 within less than 2 years. In a year, with the help of Actus I am now at a size 10. I feel more confident in myself and my abilities due to all the support and help that Actus and the Actus community provided to me during my weight loss and becoming healthy journey. If you are reading this review and struggling to commit; reach out, ask questions, and go for a trial class – there is no harm in that. *Smile was from behind his mask

Actus is the place to go to! This was my first crossfit experience and everything from the initial consultation with the owner, Jonathan, to the introductory classes to the regular classes has been amazing. Actus has a team of coaches with their own styles. They push you hard and at the same time are one-on-one, working with your limits and experience. The sign up app is also very convenient and easy to use! You also have the option of doing your own workouts should the classes not be your thing. You don't feel like a number in one of these massive gyms. It's also conveniently/centrally located where it's not too far east. I did hate one thing - the runs and the burpees. That's totally a "me" problem, but nothing is perfect :) I absolutely loved working out there and I'm going to miss this place so much. Everyone was just amazing! If you're looking for a crossfit gym, this is the spot. Thanks guys! I plan to visit when I'm back in town. Stay safe and healthy :)

I'm so happy to have found Actus. The staff are friendly and attentive, the owner welcoming and very professional, the space is super clean and the gear really well maintained. My 10yo sometimes comes with me to class and gets to hang out with their very cuddly dog Winston. The class schedule is well thought out, and the app to book a class works like a charm. Working out with the other members is massively motivating. Everyone is encouraging, helpful and inspiring. Special thanks to Aaron for guiding me through my Mechanics classes. His patience and guidance were really appreciated.

Never felt so welcomed in a gym. Both the instructors and members are fun an encouraging folks. I'm a smaller female identifying human and feel empowered in every class. The instructors are really well trained and prioritize safety and security. Can't recommend enough.

Jonathan was super helpful, knowledgeable, and welcoming. The gym is super clean, spacious, and has great equipment.

Beautiful gym! Very clean and a lovely welcome area. Great communication with Jonathan and set me up with a 2 week membership while visiting Ottawa. Something about walking into a CrossFit space that makes one feel like home and this place is no exception. I look forward to my stay and take in a few more classes.

Actus has an insane community. I absolutely love the group sessions. When you step in this gym, it's like you enter a different reality. You will be forever challenged with new movements and weights. You will also make insane progress if you keep showing up! And you'll be excited to show up. Wherever you are in your fitness journey, everyone there supports you and everyone is putting in some serious hard work. You'll learn a whole lot about fitness and yourself in the process. I know it because I've made the best gains, and met my best friends and coaches at this gym.

As a first time cross-fit participant, the crew at Actus was incredibly welcoming and took the time to introduce exercises to me. They were able to help me adapt my current abilities to the exercises so that I could slowly learn the more advanced steps! I always left feeling so fulfilled! All the coaches are incredible and very knowledgeable. The gym has a great supportive culture and I would definitely recommend it for anyone looking for a more challenging workout in a goal oriented setting. A huge thank you to the Actus team!