Blitz Conditioning

I just survived my second workout here. I feel like I’m dying, but I’m sure it will whip me back into shape pretty quickly. I did the HIIT (High Intensity Interval Training) class, and they aren’t kidding about the intense part. It’s a strength and cardio workout that will leave you sweating and sore the next day. The instructors were great both times, and the facility is clean, new, and conveniently located. I highly recommend it.

Intense. Seriously intense. My first visit lasted 30 minutes because it was intense to begin with. I could barely walk down the stairs as I leave Blitz Conditioning. Then I woke up this morning and before I could even step out of bed — I felt it… I am officially sore all over.
Blitz conditioning High Intense Interval Training (HIIT) really works. It is intense but it is equally motivating when others around are pushing themselves hard even though it can be challenging to push through. It’s not for beginners trying to get fit. I’d say I’ll have to work on a little on my endurance before I go for HIIT again.
When you do decide to try Blitz — know that it’s free for your first class.
I’ll be back for sure! :)

Warning: Blitz HIIT classes are not for the faint of heart — but if you are looking to get into seriously good shape then this class is most def for you!
I’ve been to Blitz a few times now on my fitset pass and so far this is my favourite class that I have attended. Every single class is something different but it is always a combo of cardio with some weight training and strength exercises and gets you a full body workout in 1 horu flat.
The instructors are awesome and super motivating, the music is upbeat, and the studio is beautiful and in a great convenient location downtown! I look forward to these classes each week.

Wow, I haven’t felt that positive after a group class in a very long time. Sure, my muscles hurt after several Unilocal Fit Club events this week, but this was the class I enjoyed most as of yet HIIT (High Intensity Interval Training) is super challenging but also super fun and you can go at your own pace. I loved how the instructors provided me ways of altering the movements to deal with physical ailments that I’ve been struggling with for years and I loved the fact that these alterations were quite successful at both preventing my wrist issues from acting up (and preventing my enjoyment of the workout) and at getting a good workout (often such alterations make the workout less than enjoyable/​effective.
Unlike many fitness classes, I felt like I could keep up reasonably well with the pace of instruction and was in the middle of the pack with regards to my fitness level. I found that my general lack of flexibility didn’t impede my ability to keep up and get a good workout in. And time passed quickly with the timer and music playing! I liked the fact that there was lots of natural light in the room for HIIT and that there were lots of options for different weights to use for the workout — keeping it adequately challenging given one’s fitness level. I also learned a number of new exercises which I might incorporate in my at-​home workouts, though I am very tempted to return for additional classes in the coming months.
Blitz offers a number of different options for training and also is building a spin class studio. The women’s change room has showers (which is nice!) and lockers as well as towels and while it needs some small renovations I’m assured that these repairs will happen soon. I had a great time during my visit and enjoyed the positive fitness environment. Additionally this is a good centrally located studio in a neighbourhood that has become much nicer over the past several years. There is considerable parking and transit isn’t too far away.

Brutal workout but so good! Would totally recommend checking Blitz out if you’re looking for solid training that will get you great results. The circuits were insane but still manageable. Though I was part of a group training session I did get the chance to check out the other gym with all the equipment and it looked like Blitz can handle training pretty much anybody no matter what their fitness goals are.

This was my first fitness class I took through Unilocal fitness and I’m glad I signed up. It was an intense class that I had to push myself to not give up and ended up a sweaty lump on the floor by the end. When I talked to the instructor he said went easy on us and the usual classes are more intense. Which made me smile. This is a tempting place to become a regular at, you will have guaranteed results if you stick to it. The staff is incredibly knowledgable, friendly, energetic and tbh pretty nice to look at. ;)
The music choice was perfect, it kept you wanting to push yourself to the beat of the music. Honestly when mortal combat came on, even though I was exhausted I couldn’t help kicking it up a notch. I mean come on it was mortal combat! The only song that came on that I didn’t like the instructor skipped over the song within 10 seconds… So glad he could read my mind, lol.
There are few places that can give you this kind of work out, if your serious about fitness it’s a must try.

I just did my first Blitz workout (thanks to Unilocal fit club) and it kicked my ass. The instructors were super positive and encouraging but the fact that they were making me push myself so far made me look at them more as frenemies then anything else. The music was great and I was super thankful for the big fans they had to keep the air circulating and help you cool off in the short breaks between intervals. The instructors offered lots of substitutions so you could customize the workout to your own fitness level.
If you are looking to get results I suspect if you invested your time in some of their workout sessions you would definitely see results

I had the privilege of coming here for one of Unilocal’s Fit Club classes. Not only was this very first Unilocal Fit Club class, but it was also my very first Unilocal event and I had such a great time.
The HIIT (high intensity interval training) class lived up to his name — it was challenging, made you sweat, worked your core to the max, and the two instructors, including Chris, were positive and encouraging throughout the hour-​long class. Great music was pumping through the speakers to keep us motivated as well! The mats and weights were in excellent condition, clean and the studio itself had lost of natural light.
The pace is fast, with just a few short breaks in between sets but trust me, if you push yourself, you will most definitely see results if you stick with this class! I highly recommend Blitz Conditioning to get you into top shape =)

Holy Smokes!
Blitz knows what its doing when it comes to intense blitz work outs. I have been lacking in the fitness department for the past few weeks so I thought I would try out one of their classes this evening and wow. I am gonna be sore tomorrow.
They worked almost every muscle in my skinny fat body and towards the end I was starting to fade. The thumping beats kept me going though.
The instructors were also super positive and kept encouraging everyone to push just a little bit harder then they wanted to. That is what kept it an intense and satisfying high interval training work out. And I hear they are gonna be part of a new Fitset YEG pass that will link with a bunch of other work out places in Edmonton!

Blitz Conditioning is great! It’s the most positive gym environment I’ve experienced, the trainers are so friendly and encouraging.
The HIIT (high intensity interval training) classes are offered multiple time a day, making it easy to find one that fits your schedule. The classes are challenging but enjoyable (if you enjoy sweating!) and have some excellent music to keep you motivated. They are fast paced and a bit intense which might be a little intimidating to someone completely new to fitness, but if you can stick it out, after a few of them you’ll get right into the groove.

I am pleased to continue the 5-​star rating Blitz has been getting. What a wonderful group of people! During the summer I attended a lot of the morning classes, and while 6 am was early (why do I do this to myself) I enjoyed every minute. I’ve taken a few months off, due to injury, and just being busy with school but I’m stoked to get back into it. The staff are so friendly and the the environment is wonderful. There dog is the cutest thing in the world! I can’t wait to go back, I just need to find more time!!!

Chris Tse and the rest of the team at Blitz have got to be the most professional, friendly people in this city. I met most of them through Twitter and ever since I have been hooked. Great group classes and amazingly motivating training. I highly recommend doing a boxing workout, I’ve never had a total workout quite like it!
Great dressing rooms, Kai the dog and focused, caring staff will make this a memorable visit. Be ready to be sore, tired and completely satisfied, because that’s the only way you will leave this place!

I’m happy to add another 5 star rating to Blitz Conditioning.
I was first introduced to Blitz and co-​owner Chris via Twitter. I was looking to add a little something different to my workouts and Chris was happy to piece together some work out plans for me. It didn’t take long before I wanted more personal interaction and not just a plan I walked into another gym with or did at home. Since joining I have lost almost 15lbs and have joined a community of people who are dedicated to fitness. They are not just dedicated to fitness but to making fitness a part of your lifestyle. In order to make permanent changes you need people willing to walk through the challenges of changing personal habits.
If you’re tired of not seeing results at a run of the mill franchises try Blitz out and you’ll be sure agree it was a wise choice to change.

I found Chris Tse and Blitz Conditioning through Twitter when I started posting my run progress and Chris started cheering me on. From there he offered me to come in for a free session and ever since then I have been hooked!
I love the environment, the exercises, the people, Kai (their dog) and the focus that they have on overall healthy living and community!

I heard about Blitz because I started to follow Chris Tse on Twitter after he’d posted something to #yeg. I impulsively asked him if he did consultations and the next day, I was meeting him and shortly thereafter finding muscles of mine that I’d forgotten.
When I walked in, I saw an inviting front area and a loving dog greeted me. Chris, after showing where I could change into my workout gear (lockers! showers! shampoo and other products you may have forgotten at home!), proceeded to impress me with how easy (uhm, uncomplicated) it is to get a great workout with very little equipment.
Styled more as a studio than a gym, Blitz has no fixed-​weight machines, some free-​weights, a bunch of BoSUs, mats, and two cardio machines to warm up on, but lots of space for group classes, and a great sound system.
What really impressed me, however, was how broad the intake history Chris took, (including current physical health status, nutritional status, and sleep/​rest status) plus his knowledge of the many determinants of both physical and mental health. Go mindfulness!
If you want expert instruction with individual/​small group focus when getting into shape, you want to go to Blitz! Bring a lock for your locker, and a water bottle, and you’re set for a great experience.

I started going to Blitz last month after coming to the depressing conclusion that I am, in fact, out of shape (a difficult thing for anyone to come to terms with). I now go for regular weekly sessions with one of the trainers, Brett, and have been known to on occasion drop into a weekly HIIT class. I haven’t yet tried their acupuncture or massage therapy services, but I appreciate the all-​around approach to health and will probably give them a go in the future. I like Blitz as an alternative to a franchised gym like World Health Club or Gold’s for a myriad of reasons. Firstly, I didn’t want to sign any contract with a gym and pay a monthly fee. Blitz let’s me pay for drop in classes or pay for personal training a session at a time (you can buy packages too though). Also, and this almost goes without saying, corporate gyms are impersonal — they want your money, they don’t really care if you get healthy or not. At Blitz the staff is genuinely interested in your well-​being, and the small size of the business means you won’t be a stranger when you walk in the door, even if it’s only your second time there. The friendly dog lounging in the front is quite sweet also. Additionally, the facilities are well-​kept and the gym is very clean and well maintained. My first session at Blitz was rough, but after a month I already could see considerable improvement. My body looks more defined and toned, and I find I sleep more soundly, am not gasping for air after a flight of stairs, and generally feel all-​around better throughout the day. Blitz Conditioning is a must for anyone looking to improve their all-​around health, lose a little weight, or train for an athletic event. And ladies, forget those cheesy bridal bootcamps, I promise all you need is a HIIT class twice per week!