Sweat Co Workout Studios

Maureen Wilson started Sweat Co in 1984 and things have changed a lot since those early days. For starters, aerobics isn't the Jane Fonda workout fad it was in those days, and Sweat Co now finds itself nestled in amongst Vancouver’s tall modern glass towers. One thing hasn't changed though, and that's Maureen's commitment to creating a welcoming, relaxed environment where people can workout with trusted leaders in fitness, who want to see you succeed.

Walking through Sweat Co's heavy wooden and stain-glassed door you know right away that this studio is not going to be a typical gym experience. In place of bright lights and thumping music, an ornate chandelier hangs in the foyer, and there's a notable absence of protein supplements lining the walls. As you walk through the studio’s rooms of exposed brick, French doors and wood floors, it comes as no surprise to learn that Maureen has a background in dance. "The physical space is really important, it helps us bring our philosophy of creating a relaxed environment to life, a space where people of all fitness levels feel comfortable," notes Maureen who has strived to make Sweat Co feel more like a New York loft than a traditional gym.