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Personal training · Etobicoke & Leslieville

Find your strength from within.

Private, coach-led training for people who want to get stronger, move without pain and feel at home in a gym. One-on-one, or in a small semi-private session — at two Toronto studios.

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14 days of unlimited Semi-Private Personal Training. Register online and start immediately — no long-term contract.

Daniel Smith coaching a member through a dumbbell press in front of the studio's logo wall
Daniel Smith coaching a member through a weighted lunge
32,651
Hours of coaching experience
98.2%
Client success rate
557
Client transformation stories
Two locations
South Etobicoke and Leslieville

Two ways to train

Personal training, at the commitment that fits you.

People assume personal training is only for a few. It isn't. We built two tiers so that wherever you are in your life right now, there is a way to be coached properly.

14-day trial · 50% off A member deadlifting in a semi-private session while the group looks on

The most popular way to start

Semi-Private Personal Training

The same personal training experience in a semi-private setting. Fewer people means more coaching, more feedback and more results — at a price that makes it attainable.

$99 First 14 days, unlimited sessionsMonth to month afterwards. Cancel any time.
  • Unlimited Semi-Private Personal Training for 14 days
  • Unlimited MASTERCLASS skill workouts and Open Gym
  • Focused coaching around your specific goal
  • Book any time on the schedule, through our app
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See how a session works, this week's schedule and the $99 14-day trial.

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The full experience

One-on-One Personal Training

Your programming is built on defining your current abilities, in addition to your future potential. It begins with a consultation, so your coach knows you before your first session.

from$49 Begins with a consultationExpress, 45 min — $49. Comprehensive, 90 min, with a training session.
  • Your own coach, every session
  • A program built around your abilities and goals
  • Nutrition without the guesswork: meal plans and grocery lists
  • Train in the studio, or virtually
Explore One-on-One Training

See how it works, the Wellness Starter Program and both consultations.

Meet the owner

You'll meet Daniel before you walk in.

Daniel Smith is not only the face, but the heartbeat of OTS. He founded onlythestrong in 2012 as an education company, certifying personal trainers — and you'll see him in the studio when you come in.

Our mission is to create a safe space founded on a love for fitness, and a desire for learning.

Daniel SmithOwner & founder, onlythestrong
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How it starts

From curious to your first session, in minutes.

No sales call and no waiting for someone to get back to you. Semi-Private members register online and start right away.

  1. STEP 01

    Choose your studio

    Etobicoke on Park Lawn, or Leslieville on Queen East. Your membership is set up at the studio you train at.

  2. STEP 02

    Register online

    Check out right here on our site — it takes a couple of minutes. Then fill out our Express Consultation form, so your sessions are catered to your abilities.

  3. STEP 03

    Book your first session

    Pick any time on the schedule through our app. Work with as many coaches as you like until you find a style that fits you.

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In our members' words

We think of strength as physical, mental and emotional.

onlythestrong has built its reputation on strong relationships, great results and empowering people. See what some of our members think.

I’ve been training for years and worked with many coaches, but Daniel, the owner of OTS is in a league of his own. His energy is unmatched, his expertise runs deep, and he brings a level of care and precision that’s incredibly rare in the fitness world. He doesn’t just push you, he understands you, tailoring each session to your body, your goals, and even your injuries. By far one of the best trainers/coaches I have had in my career. Thanks to him, I’ve made progress I didn’t think was possible while finally training pain-free.

The gym itself is clean, organized, and fully equipped with everything you need, no fluff, just high-performance tools that work. What really sets OTS apart is the culture: the staff are friendly and down-to-earth, and there’s zero ego in the room. It’s the kind of place that makes you want to show up, work hard, and leave better than you came in.

If you're serious about getting stronger, moving better, and training with purpose, OTS is the best investment you can make in yourself.

Kyle C.onlythestrong member

I have been training with Daniel for almost 2 years and have enjoyed every session! Daniel is so personable, funny and professional. From the first meeting he noticed some things about me that I never even noticed, such as my posture standing and doing certain movements. He gave great suggestions and worked with me in each session to improve my weaknesses. I definitely see results working with Daniel that I didn't see before when working out constantly at a different facility. Other OTS staff are also really friendly and we enjoy chatting after our workouts - a great community to be a part of!

Milly LeungGoogle review

I’ve been to multiple of gyms and team training classes around Toronto, but this one is completely different. The workouts are amazing, the coaches actually get to know you and personalize things, and the people who go here are so positive and supportive. I’ve honestly never been someone who enjoys working out... I'm in my mid-40s and it took a lot for me to sign up, but now I actually look forward to every class. The energy and encouragement just make you feel so good being there and feeling even better when you leave. On top of that, I've never felt stronger! I would absolutely highly recommend to anyone... whether you're starting out or whether you're experienced. It's truly fit for everyone!

Michelle B.Google review
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Read what members say on Google

Most of our members find us through someone who already trains here. Each studio has its own Google listing.

Etobicoke on Google Leslieville on Google

Your coaches

A team built around the details.

So much of your success in health and wellness begins with how you start. Work with as many of our coaches as you like until you find the style that fits you.

Alan Gonzalez
Alan GonzalezPersonal Trainer · Etobicoke
Madel Thomas
Madel ThomasPersonal Trainer · Etobicoke
Brian Ginete
Brian GinetePersonal Trainer · Leslieville
Babs Ossom
Babs OssomPersonal Trainer · Leslieville
Eric Nielsen-Jones
Eric Nielsen-JonesPersonal Trainer · Etobicoke

Meet the whole team

Inside the studio

A session, as it happens.

Real sessions at the Etobicoke and Leslieville studios: coached lifts, small groups, and the room they happen in.

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Two Toronto studios

Two studios, east and west of downtown.

Both studios offer one-on-one and Semi-Private Personal Training, with Open Gym access for members.

Coaching you can see

Learn something before you join.

We started as an education company, and it shows. Daniel shares technique and straight answers every week — follow along on Instagram.

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For fitness professionals

Get certified with OTS.

We began as an education company, and we still teach. The OTS Exercise Specialist Certification is our 100% online personal training certification, built to fill the gaps in the industry — in theory and in practice.

  • Nationally accredited
  • 100% online, optimized so learning from home parallels the classroom
  • Taught by Daniel Smith and Tatiana Trigueros
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Affiliations

In good company.

The colleges, schools and local businesses onlythestrong is affiliated with.

  • Centennial College
  • Seneca
  • Greystone College
  • East York Collegiate Institute
  • The Hub Mid-Scarborough
  • Oakberry
  • WakeWater

Talk to us first

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Send us a note and we will call you to help you make the best decision for your fitness. No pressure, just a conversation.

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