​As of February 16th, Huron Perth Public Health region will be in the ORANGE-RESTRICT level of the provincial COVID-19 response framework.  This means that we will be able to reopen the studio to in-person fitness classes and training sessions.
 
We are thrilled to announce that Inspired by Fitness will reopen on Monday, February 22nd to all in-person fitness classes and training sessions.  We will use next week to undergo one last deep clean of the studio to prepare it all for your return on the 22nd.
 
Since we realize that our members require flexibility now more than ever, we have decided to offer our fitness classes in two ways upon reopening:  In-Studio and Virtual.  This hybrid model will accommodate the shift in mindset and behaviour this pandemic has presented, as well as offer a new level of convenience and flexibility some members may prefer.  And since the recent lockdown has pivoted the fitness landscape, our intention is to offer this model for the duration of the pandemic.
 
In-Studio
Are you chomping at the bit to get back to the studio for in-person classes?  Make sure to follow these guidelines below.  In-studio classes are available to members and pass holders.

• Signing up for in-studio classes via WellnessLiving is mandatory.  Class size will be limited to 8-9 in-person participants per class; therefore, it is imperative that you sign-up for your desired classes on WellnessLiving at least one hour before the start of class – this will give our team the time to set up classes properly.  If you do not sign up for a class and the class is full with registered participants, you will not be able to participate.
• Cancel in-studio classes if you cannot make it via WellnessLiving.  To allow as many members as possible to attend a class in-studio, we will be strictly enforcing our cancellation policy – you must cancel your class two hours prior to the beginning of class; otherwise, you will be charged a $10.00 fee.
• Drop-ins will be limited.  We love to welcome new participants to the studio; however, we ask that if you are planning to drop into a class (ie., with our Free Three-Class Pass or with the Inspired ACCESS class pass), you let us know before you come so that you will be registered.  At this time, we will be only allowing drop-ins from Perth and Huron Counties.

 
Virtual
If you aren’t ready to come back to the studio just yet, we understand.  We are excited to offer our amazing fitness classes virtually!  Virtual classes are available only to members.

• Our full fitness class schedule will be offered virtually through our private, members-only Facebook group (by following the exact format that was presented during lockdown).
• Daily reminders for the class schedule will be posted on our public Inspired by Fitness Facebook page, so make sure to follow our page to stay up-to-date.
• If you are joining virtually, you do not need to sign up on WellnessLiving.  Just join us live at the scheduled date/time for your favourite fitness class.
• All classes will be archived for one week, with the exception of Zumba, Spin and Bounce.

 
Protecting the health of our staff and the wider Inspired community remains our top priority, and we are proud of the measures we have already put in place to ensure the safety of everyone who comes to the studio.  To support the safe return of staff and members to our studio, we will continue to strictly follow our safety measures.  These measures include:
 

• Sanitized equipment and surfaces.  In all areas, our team will continue to ensure equipment and surfaces are sanitized to our heightened deep cleaning and disinfecting standards.
• Face coverings.  Masks are required while in common areas of the building and studio.  This includes building and studio entry/exit points, hallways, washroom, change room, office, classroom and training room (while classes/sessions are not running).  Temporary removal of masks and face coverings is permitted only while actively engaging in your fitness class or training session.
• Physical distancing.  Our staff will work to get members into the studio, while maintaining physical distancing practices.  Members are asked to enter through the front door of the building and go through the hall to the back door of the studio for entry.  To help, ground markers will indicate a safe distance throughout the hall of the building where we will require all members to wait before their class starts.  The front door of the studio will remain closed and locked at all times and no entry through that door will be permitted.
• Assigned workout spaces during classes.  We have marked our classroom floor with physically distanced squares and staff will direct you to your workout space.  We ask that you remain in your square before and during your class.  Equipment needed for the class will be placed in each square by staff.
• Self-screening upon entry.  All members must self-screen before entering the studio.  Do not enter if: (1) you are experiencing symptoms (please review the sign in the building hallway or back door of the studio); or (2) you have travelled outside of Canada in the past 14 days; or (3) you have had close contact with a confirmed or probable case of COVID-19.
• Sanitize your hands.  Everyone entering the studio is required to sanitize their hands.  Hand sanitizer located at the back door of the studio, in the training room and at various convenient locations throughout the studio.
• Check-in.  Please plan to arrive at least five minutes before your class begins.  We will not allow entry beyond the start of class.
• Personal items.  We highly suggest bringing only the necessities to class.  You will be allowed to store your items in the studio during your class; however, no personal items will be allowed to stay in the studio after you leave.  The coat hooks in the front hall of the studio will not be available for use.
• Emergency change room use only.  We strongly urge you to come to class ready for your workout.  Change room use will be permitted as long as physical distancing practices can be maintained.
• Late entries.  Once the studio door closes and class starts, we will not be able to let any members in.  Classes will always start promptly at the designated time.
• Staff hospitality and safety.  The Inspired Team is here to help, from a safe distance.  We have put a protocol in place that limits staff from closely interacting with members before, during and after class.  When absolutely necessary, staff will (safely) assist members with equipment requirements but will only do so wearing a mask.

 
It is important to recognize that public health information and provincial orders can change quickly, especially with the introduction of the “emergency brake system”.  We will do everything we can to update our operations as quickly as possible to accommodate these changes.  We remain committed to keeping our Inspired community safe while continuing to serve the physical and mental well-being of our members.  If you have any questions or concerns, please do not hesitate to reach out to us at info@inspiredbyfitness.ca. 

​On Saturday, January 16th, the Government of Ontario announced it is extending nearly all emergency orders under the Reopening Ontario Act (ROA) for an additional 30 days.  The orders under the ROA, which were set to expire on January 20th, have been extended until February 19th.
 
Considering this news, our operations will remain online with fitness classes being offered via our private, members-only Facebook group and virtual personal/group training sessions.  It is our hope that we will be able to re-open the studio on Saturday, February 20th, pending the status of the lockdown.
 
Upcoming Workshops/Clinics

• Advanced Weight Training – This workshop was scheduled to start on Friday, February 19th.  Due to the lockdown extension, we will now plan to start this workshop on Friday, February 26th.  This will run for six weeks and end on Friday, April 9th (please note there will not be a class on Friday, April 2nd due to closure for Good Friday).
• Nordic Walking Clinic – This clinic is scheduled to start on Saturday, February 20th.  We hope to be able to start this clinic without issue on this date.

 
Thank you for your support throughout the highs and lows of the COVID-19 pandemic.  We look forward to reopening our doors to you as soon as it is safe to do so.

​As of Thursday, January 14th, the Government of Ontario enacted a stay-at-home order for at least the next 28 days.  This order is meant to keep people at home to stop the spread of COVID-19.  As a result, the studio will remain closed until at least February 11th.
 
Our full fitness class schedule will continue to be offered online via our private, members-only Facebook group.  As well, our personal and group training clients will be given the option to continue working with their trainer online.
 
We will continue to closely monitor the situation and advise of any changes which may affect our operations.
 
Stay safe.  Stay healthy.  Stay home.

​As of Saturday, December 26th, we will be in the GREY-LOCKDOWN level of the provincial COVID-19 response framework until Saturday, January 23rd.  As a result, we will not be able to offer any of our in-person services (ie., fitness classes, training sessions, appointments, workshops, etc.) during this time.
 
We will still be able to offer fitness classes and training sessions in-person at the studio this week (Monday, December 21st to Wednesday, December 23rd), then we will be shut down for Christmas holidays from Thursday, December 24th to Sunday, December 27th.  The changes outlined below will take effect on Monday, December 28th. 
 
Below are updates to our plans for the lockdown…
 
Fitness Classes to be Offered ONLINE

• Our full fitness class schedule will remain as scheduled, but instead, these classes will be offered virtually through our private, members-only Facebook group which was launched earlier this month.  Join us live at the scheduled date/time for your favourite classes.  And since these classes will run online, there is no limit to the number of attendees, nor do you need to sign up on WellnessLiving.
• To view our class schedule, please follow this link.
• We hope to be able to resume in-studio classes on Monday, January 25th.

 
Memberships/Passes

• Inspired Members – Your membership fees will continue as usual since our full class schedule will be available to you online.
• Inspired FRIEND Pass Holders – Unfortunately, we will not be able to have you join our online live classes; therefore, the expiry date on your current class pass will be extended until we are able to reopen.
• Please reach out to us if you have any questions or concerns.  And remember, you can always visit your WellnessLiving profile to check up on your account, past payment history, etc.

 
Personal/Group Training

• Our personal/group training clients will be given the option to work out with their trainer via online training.
• You will be contacted directly to set these appointments up with your trainer.

 
Upcoming Workshops/Programs/Clinics

• Couch To Confident – This program is scheduled to start on Monday, January 25th.  We hope to be able to start this program without issue on this date.
• Advanced Weight Training – This workshop is scheduled to start on Friday, February 19th.  We hope to be able to start this workshop without issue on this date.
• Nordic Walking Clinic – This clinic is scheduled to start on Saturday, February 20th.  We hope to be able to start this clinic without issue on this date.

 
We would like to take this opportunity to sincerely thank our community’s front-line workers for your bravery, sacrifice and steadfast compassion to protect us during this pandemic.  We stand behind you 100% to help flatten the curve!

As we are seeing a rise in the number of COVID-19 cases in our province, we would like to remind our members of the importance of self-screening before entering the studio. Please use this picture as a guideline for self-screening each time you visit the studio and do not enter if: (1) you are experiencing symptoms; or (2) you have travelled outside of Canada in the past 14 days; or (3) you have had close contact with a confirmed or probable case of COVID-19. (Please note this sign is posted in the building hallway and at the back door of the studio for ease of reference.)
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Thank you so much for your cooperation in keeping Inspired by Fitness a safe and healthy environment for all of us to enjoy during these trying times!

​We are honoured to support Wellspring Stratford’s fundraiser, “Light Up Wellspring”. We are collecting donations and candle dedications on their behalf at the studio. Tis the season of giving, and this is a special way to give back to the members of our community who are in need.

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​As of Monday, November 23rd, Huron Perth Public Health Unit region will be in the ORANGE-RESTRICT level of the provincial COVID-19 response framework in an effort to reduce the spread of COVID-19.

We have modified our studio operations slightly to accommodate this level.  Class size will be reduced to 9 participants per class (with the exception of Yoga and Spin which are reduced to 8 participants per class).  Personal workout spaces are clearly marked on the classroom floor which adhere to the 3-metre physical distancing standards.

We would like to remind our community that all safety protocols must continue to be followed including masks worn at all times except when participating in a fitness class/training session, compliance with physical distancing practices, hand sanitization, assigned personal workout spaces that observe 3 metres of distance between members, mandatory sign-up on WellnessLiving and self-screening before entry.

We will continue to closely monitor the situation and advise of any changes which may affect our operations.  Thank you for your continued patience and understanding!