Toronto’s getting a new local gym where the grind never stops! The new 24/7 spot, Dupont Fitness, is opening in Toronto this May, and it’s located right above a mechanic shop. Here’s what you need to know before you lift off.
With a planned opening sometime this May, Dupont Fitness is working tirelessly to bring a premium, community-driven workout experience to Dovercourt Village.
Establishing a community
Though a set date has not yet been disclosed, the Dupont Fitness team is planning for a May 2025 opening. They have documented their journey these last few months and have gathered public input to get a feel for what the community wants to see.
“Being members of other gyms in the area, we always felt that they were generic chain-style gyms, not tailored to the needs of locals at all. They don’t account for the local seasonality, local trends, or preferences,” shares Dupont Fitness co-founder Steve Cao, with Curiocity.
“We think of gym time as your time for self-care and the gym as an oasis from our busy lives, the hustle and bustle of the city and during the winter, an escape from cabin fever. It’s not just a place to look after your body but also a place to clear your head, decompress, and recharge.”
They saw an opportunity to create a healthy space designed for locals to enjoy working out without it feeling like a chore. “We want fitness to feel good, something you actually look forward to, not just something you check off your to-do list,” adds Cao.
What to expect
With everything the gym has planned, its offerings alone are enough to get you excited to show up.
The space will feature an open concept with lots of natural lighting and 20-foot ceilings. Gym-goers will find a free weights section, strength and cardio equipment, squat racks, and hack squat and smith machines. There will be an open concept second floor with the cardio equipment that overlooks the entire gym space below.
There will also be a studio room with functional fitness training equipment like ply boxes, boxing bags, TRX bands, Kettlebells, Battle rope, lighter dumbbells, and more.
“We take a holistic approach to health so we’re going to be using some of our office spaces for physio and massage therapists as well so it will all be accessible in one space, whether you come to get fit, build strength, improve mobility, recover, or just escape and feel better in your daily life,” shares Cao.
“We will offer group classes to support a variety of training styles, including yoga, pilates, HIIT, strength and conditioning, and we plan to host a running club and utilize local parks for various types of group sessions like bootcamps.”
Along with that, in the next few months, they hope to bring in an infrared sauna with red light therapy and a cold plunge room.
And there’s still room to grow. The team’s goal is to evolve with the community and shape the gym around members’ feedback. It will continue to adapt for those who will use the space.
Membership
Now it’s time to talk about signing up. There are two different memberships available: a 24/7 full access membership at $69/month, and an off-peak limited access membership for $49/month. The latter does not allow access during peak hours.
Access for the limited membership will only be permitted Monday to Friday from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. and 9 p.m. to 6 a.m., Saturday from 2 p.m. to midnight, and Sunday all day.
The first 100 members to sign up will have the chance to take part in the Founder’s Club presale. This deal covers either a monthly or annual membership.
The annual Founder’s club deal includes:
- Three free months every year
- Exclusive “Founder’s Club” Tee
- Personal Training Session
- Nutritional Profile Meeting
- Branded Shaker Bottle
- Branded Duffel Gym Bag
- Custom 4-Week Workout Plan
- Name on the Founders’ Wall
At the time of writing, there are only nine spots left. So if this is of interest to you, make sure to sign up ASAP.
As the final touches come together, the team behind Dupont Fitness is working hard to open its doors to the community.
Those curious about the space can follow along online or visit once it officially opens. It’s located above the Master Mechanic Dupont shop at 927 Dupont St.
When: May 2025
Where: 927 Dupont St.
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