What to Expect at TRAIN by FW University Village (UBC): Your Pre-Opening Guide

Meet us at the best new bar on campus! Fitness World is officially bringing its premium training club concept, TRAIN by FW, to University Village. If you have been looking for the perfect place to build healthy habits, stay consistent, and reach your personal fitness goals right on the UBC campus, your new training home is on the way.

This isn’t just a standard gym, it’s a purpose-built training club. Smaller by design and better by intention, TRAIN by FW is engineered around high-quality equipment, curated recovery, and unlimited coached group training. Located right in the heart of the community at 2155 Allison Road, this 13,000-square-foot facility gives you elite-level amenities without the high boutique studio cost.

Whether you’re a student, faculty member, or a resident living in Point Grey, Kitsilano, or West Point Grey, here is your exclusive sneak peek at what is coming to Vancouver’s West Side.

1. Look Inside the Training Club

Every single square foot of the new facility is mapped out sequentially so you can move seamlessly through your workout without ever breaking your flow.

The Club Atmosphere: Built For You to Train Your Way

Forget intimidating warehouse gyms or high-friction layouts. TRAIN by FW focuses on zero wasted space and zero filler, giving you absolute freedom in how you choose to move. Train solo when you want or jump into a coached session when you’re ready to be pushed.

Serious Equipment & Dedicated Strength Zones

Whether you are trying resistance training for the first time or looking to optimize your lifts, the floor has exactly what you need to succeed. The club is fully stocked with premium free weights, Olympic lifting platforms, a dedicated cardio section, functional turf tracks, and a specialized Booty Zone.

Full-Service Amenities

While it is smaller by design, it compromises on nothing. Members have full access to pristine locker rooms, clean showers, and premium tanning facilities, making it simple to transition straight from a heavy workout to a lecture or a meeting.

The Overall Atmosphere: High-quality, energetic, and highly supportive. It strips away the intimidating atmosphere while keeping the top-tier gear you actually want to use.

Unlimited Coached Training: THE WORX

Ready to take the guesswork completely out of your routine? Included directly with your TRAIN membership are unlimited sessions at THE WORX– our proprietary small group training program.

Hosted in a dedicated functional training space, THE WORX is a high-energy, coached experience designed to push your pacing and support your form in real-time. The zone features top-tier conditioning tools:

• Assault Bikes for low-impact, high-intensity cardio intervals
• SkiErgs for full-body strength and coordination
• Expert Coaches who guide you through every block so all you have to do is show up and get after your goals.

Complete Campus Recovery Suite

We know that true health is a balance of work and rest. TRAIN by FW University Village houses one of the most comprehensive recovery zones near UBC, making it the perfect physical and mental oasis after a grueling exam or a tough workout floor session.

Your membership unlocks access to an incredible recovery tech stack:

• Normatec Compression: Employs relaxing, dynamic air compression to refresh your legs and boost circulation which is essential after walking across the steep campus layout all day.
• HydroMassage Beds & Chairs: Uses soothing, heated water pressure to deliver deep, targeted muscle relief along your spine.
• Infrared Light & Sauna: Penetrates deep to soothe tired joints, alleviate muscle tightness, and provide the ultimate warm escape during rainy Vancouver winters.
• Hypervolt Percussion Therapy: Premium targeted massage guns are available right on the floor to rapidly break up stubborn muscle knots and relieve tight shoulders.

Get It All for Just $29.99 Bi-Weekly

The best part? A TRAIN by FW membership gives you an incredible all-access pass to your fitness journey. For just $29.99 bi-weekly, your membership unlocks:

• Full access to the brand-new University Village training club and recovery suite.
• Unlimited coached sessions at THE WORX.
• Bonus All-Club Access: Unlimited access to all the benefits of a Goal level membership at Fitness World. That means you have access to all Fitness World locations (excluding Signature clubs) across the Lower Mainland and Vancouver Island whenever you’re off-campus!

Lock in Founding Member Perks Before Opening

Getting on the VIP waitlist is completely free, zero-commitment, and ensures you are the first to know about our official opening date. Most importantly, it saves your spot for the best membership rates and exclusive “Founding Member” presale offers we will ever look to provide.

By getting your name on the list early, you score exclusive perks:

• First Access to Club Tours: See the pristine 13,000 sq ft space and check out the layout before anyone else steps foot inside.
• VIP Sneak Peek Events: Get exclusive invitations to private pre-opening workouts and local community launch events.
• Limited Edition Swag: Score exclusive, branded TRAIN by FW gear reserved strictly for the founding VIP list.

Health starts here. Head over to the official portal, drop your info to join the VIP list, and make sure your fitness routine gets a serious upgrade!