As the new year begins, so does the idea of setting intentions to prioritize health and wellness. The Exchange District is home to a variety of fitness studios, wellness spaces, and services designed to help you feel your best — mind, body, and soul. If you’re looking for ways to change your routine, get into new habits, or learn more about yourself, check out this roundup of Wellness spaces in the Exchange.
Community Gym
Community Gym is a one-stop shop for those who like variety in their workouts. A hometown gym, community is its namesake and purpose. It’s at the heart of everything they do. Community Gym classes offer six unique ways to move: Crush (boxing), Camp (strength training), Cycle (spin), Current (rowing), or Calm (yoga). No matter the movement, classes are built around the beat, focusing on music that allows participants to zone in and push past perceived limitations.
New to the world of group fitness? With beginner-friendly and adaptable programs, Community Gym is dedicated to meeting everyone where they’re at. Check out their free online tutorials that outline the basics in each class so you can arrive at the studio feeling confident. At the studio, their coaches are ready to help you before class and ensure you’re set up for success.
If you want to crush your fitness goals and join a thriving community of people, check out Community Gym.
468 Main Street
@thecommunitygym
https://www.thecommunitygym.ca/
Love Your Body Yoga
Love Your Body Yoga is a studio specializing in adaptable and accessible yoga for all bodies. Owner Bernadette (Bernie) offers classes tailored to all experience levels, emphasizing self-care and mindfulness. The classes prioritize accessibility by offering variations on poses so students can choose what their bodies need in each class. Beginners to yoga are welcome, and questions are encouraged! The studio provides a range of offerings, including in-person and online classes, special events, and one-on-one sessions.
Check out Love Your Body Yoga to join a supportive and empowering community that cultivates wellness and confidence.
503-63 Albert Street
@loveyourbodyyogaca
https://www.loveyourbodyyoga.ca/
Moonstone Holistics
Moonstone Holistics is a wellness studio in Winnipeg that offers a blend of holistic healing services, workshops, and wellness products. It aims to create a welcoming and sacred space for those looking to relax, rejuvenate, restore, and explore the mind, body, and spirit. Offerings include energy healing, Reiki, sound baths, yoga, and meditation, all of which foster balance and well-being. Moonstone Holistics also hosts special workshops and events designed to help individuals explore self-care and mindfulness practices.
Learn more about how Moonstone Holistics can support your growth and healing by visiting their page.
706-281 McDermot Ave
https://www.facebook.com/Moonstoneholisticstudio
Pan Am Boxing
Pan Am Boxing Club, Winnipeg’s longest-standing boxing gym, has been a symbol of empowerment since opening shortly after the 1968 Pan Am Games. Transitioning into a non-profit in 2013, it expanded its mission to support the community, including establishing Pan Am Place — a transitional housing program for men aged 18-29.
Pan Am Boxing, open to everyone, is led by Team Canada alums and offers classes for all skill levels. The club’s programs include boxing classes, private training, spin sessions, and a competitive fight team, all designed to enhance fitness and transform lives. The club features three unique spaces: two fully equipped boxing gyms and a cardio/core floor.
Whether you’re a beginner or a seasoned boxer, Pan Am Boxing offers a welcoming environment to hone your skills, build confidence, and connect with a supportive community.
245 McDermot Ave
@panamboxing
https://www.panamboxing.com/
Sport Manitoba
Sport Manitoba is a non-profit organization dedicated to fostering a healthy, active community for Manitobans of all ages and abilities. Their Fitness Centre in Winnipeg’s Exchange District offers a state-of-the-art training space featuring a 160m indoor track, advanced equipment, group classes, and personal training. Members can access yoga, spin, and fitness workshops, plus amenities like changerooms, bike storage, and indoor parking. Additionally, the on-site Sport Manitoba Clinic provides health services such as physiotherapy, massage therapy, and sports psychology, supporting both fitness and overall wellness.
The best part? Any revenue generated by the Fitness Centre is reinvested in amateur sports and community programs across the province!
145 Pacific Ave, Level 4
@sportmanitoba
https://www.sportmanitoba.ca/
The Third Place
The Third Place is an arts and wellness hub that recently opened in the Exchange District. It’s a multipurpose space run by three sisters passionate about building community through meaningful experiences and shared spaces.
The Third Place offers a range of programming, including bring-your-own art nights, yoga classes, art shows, and special events. Its main goal is to create a space where people can connect and feel a sense of community and belonging. In sociology, “the third place” refers to a place to spend time and connect that is neither home nor work, which is what The Third Place aims to be.
Check out their yoga classes on Tuesdays at 7 p.m., bring-your-own art nights on Wednesdays, and more special programming on First Fridays. You can also learn about their upcoming workshops online!
66 King Street
@thethirdplacewinnipeg
https://thethirdplacewinnipeg.com/