Toronto Gyms: SO Expensive

[BabyJ187]

Hey guys,

I'm looking for a new gym in Toronto, something on the subway line. I checked out OpenMat, which I liked, but it was WAY too expensive and I did not like the high pressure sales tactics.

Right now I'm leaning towards Evolucao Thai. It's a bit more reasonable, but still pricey given the location.

I did not like the vibe at Toronto BJJ.

Does anyone have any other suggestions? I'm aware of Gringo's and Grant brothers but I need something close to the DT core and accessible via subway.

 

[FuriousFist]

What was wrong with Toronto BJJ?

 

[KarateFist]

What was wrong with Toronto BJJ?

bullshit LI sales tactics, instructors who only care about their top competitors and a more traditional MA atmosphere than normal BJJ gyms

 

[toolshed]

bullshit LI sales tactics, instructors who only care about their top competitors and a more traditional MA atmosphere than normal BJJ gyms

So what gym in Toronto would you recommend?

 

[BabyJ187]

The only other gym I can think of other than those already mentioned near the subway line is Xtreme Couture. The upside is that if you haggle a bit you will pay quite a bit less than the other gyms mentioned. The downside is they are not in the downtown core, a 5 min bus ride on 1 bus from the station, not much gi classes, etc...

Thanks for the replies. I'm still considering XC, as you're right it would be considerably less expensive than every other option. I actually prefer no gi classes, but I'm told the instruction at Couture isn't the greatest.

Has anyone here tried the striking at Evolucao? It looks very different from thai and western boxing.

Any other gym suggestions?

 

[Franklegit]

Budokan BJJ?

 

[Wolley14]

I highly recommend this.

http://www.salvosabjj.com/v3/

 

[ElKarlo]

I guess because Toronto has such high property costs, which makes rent high. Which makes tuition high

 

[bradlabo]

All the schools you mentioned are very good. If i lived in Toronto I would prob go to Gringos, Openmat or Ascension.

SBG is in Toronto also , or you could check Toronto Nogi if you want cheaper places http://www.torontonogi.com/SocialSite/Object/Records/CMSPageObject93894969105094

http://www.sbgtoronto.com/contact-us/

 

[trianglegrrl]

I'm at Evolucao and I think it's the most cost-effective training downtown (plus you can't get a more convenient location... it's literally a few doors down from the entrance to Lansdowne subway station). I'm in the US but I'll be back at the gym on Wednesday night if you want to meet up with a buddy. I'm easy to spot: I'm the pink-haired girl.

Make sure you check out Shah Franco's Inner City MMA, too. Just try 'em all and see what you think.

 

[Dirty Holt]

What were some of the prices out of curiosity?

 

[bradlabo]

i think openmat is pushing $200 a month but don't quote me

 

[blink_man182]

I'm curious about this topic as well. Chances are I'll be moving to Toronto for work sometime this year! Keep the info coming please