Strength Training Classes in Toronto: Every Class at Buffy's Gym (And What to Expect)
What is a Buffy’s Gym Small Group Strength Class?
Buffy's Gym offers small-group strength training classes in Toronto built around progressive overload: structured 6-week programs where every session has a purpose and every member gets individual coaching. We help people build structure in their bodies and their lives through strength training. We build muscle, we increase bone density with our programming by following the laws of progressive overload.
We put our members through a structured 6 week program with testing at the end of each block. We do 1-3 reps testing, you can choose based on your needs.
The class size (max 10) makes our classes more feedback driven. Everyone follows the same program, but every one in the class gets individual attention and is prescribed objectives and specific cues to attain these objectives.
When people come to Buffy’s gym, we want them to show up as they are. We want strength training to bring their individual personality and power at the forefront of their lives beyond the gym. (“Gym is life!” - Vanessa)
What Equipment Will I be using?
What Level of Experience Do You Need for a Group Strength Training Class?
Barbells, dumbbells, bands, landmines, kettlebells, pull up bars. We believe touching the equipment and setting up the station builds confidence!
If you are completely new, you will have your notebook ready when you arrive with your name on it. We will go over the plan of the day, and how notes should be taken to track progression.
The class as it is structured is suitable for all levels. The coach will encourage more advanced members to meet the workout with appropriate effort. Additionally, the coach may make strategic pairings. As we get to know new members and feel confident in their form, we may pair them with more advanced lifter so they can be inspired to push a little bit more to see what they are truly capable of.
A Look at Every Strength Class We Offer at Buffy's
Lower Body Strength Classes
Buffy’s Lower Body Strength Class (Mondays)
Start your week strong with a squat focused leg day. Come work on knee and hip integrity. Squats, lunges, cossack squats, split squats, and core exercises dominate this day.
Sample Movements: barbell back squats, lunge variations, goblet squats
Lower Body Deadlifts & Accessories (Thursdays)
Build strength from the ground up. This class focuses on improving your deadlift through proper technique, smart programming, and targeted accessory work. You’ll work on everything from your setup and bracing to lockout strength, while building the muscles that make your deadlift stronger and more resilient.
Sample Movements: conventional deadlift, RDL, hip hinge setup, bracing technique
Upper Body Strength Classes
Come work on your vertical press. We focus on overhead presses, lateral raises, and some pulling. We add some accessory back work to complement the pressing and to keep our postures tall.
Sample Movements: Overhead press, lateral raises, powell raises, pulls
Upper Body Push (Tuesdays)
Pull & Row Strength Class (Wednesdays)
Come work on your vertical pull. We focus on pulls, rows, and accessory work. We end the session with arm isolation work.
Sample Movements: dumbell rows, chin ups, bicep curls, etc
Let’s get into the weekend working on the total upper body. A little push, a little pull and lots of arms. You can expect to bench, row and curl.
Sample Movements: bench, row and curls
Upper Body Mix (Fridays)
Full Body Strength Classes
Full Body Lift (Wednesdays, Fridays + Saturdays)
Build real strength with a focus on the squat, bench press, and deadlift. Whether you’re new to barbell training or looking to improve your numbers, this class combines expert coaching, structured programming, and progressive overload to help you get stronger safely and efficiently. Each session includes movement prep, technique work, strength-focused training, and accessory exercises to improve stability, power, and resilience.
Sample Movements: deadlift, barbell squat, barbell bench press
Glute Focused
Buff Butt (Wednesdays + Saturdays)
Build the kind of glutes that get you BBL allegations without ever stepping into a surgeon’s office. Heavy lifts, spicy burners, and perfect form cues to grow, shape, and lift your booty – all powered by good vibes and the Buffy’s community.
Sample Movements: Hip thrusts, RDLs, glute bridges, etc
Try a drop-in Strength Class in Toronto for Free
The free class is for anyone who wants to see if Buffy’s is the right fit! Come see the space, feel challenged, and see what it’s like to lift in a social environment. Whether you are new to strength training, or looking for variety/challenge, come see what we’re about. Buffy lovers unite!