Hiking, Climbing and Mountaineering

I am preparing for an active outdoor expedition.

You’re about to set off on a hike or climb. Your expedition may involve challenging treks, variable weather conditions, long days of exertion carrying heavy packs, and of course, high altitudes. Though the journey may be difficult, the feeling of reaching the summit is worth it.

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We want you to enjoy your once-in-a-lifetime experience, not suffer through it. Give yourself the best chance at success by preparing at Altitude Athletic. We’ve helped people of all levels successfully ascend some incredible places like Kilimanjaro, Machu Picchu, Everest Basecamp, the volcanoes in Ecuador, and even the summit of Everest itself! Let’s see where we can take you.

Let's Get You Ready For Your Trip

Book a complimentary mountaineering consult with one of our expert coaches at Altitude. Tell us where you’re going and what your timeline is – then we’ll start planning your road to a successful ascent.

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YOUR CHALLENGES

At elevations above 10,000 ft (3,000 m), 50% of travellers experience Acute Mountain Sickness (AMS)
Accessing training tools that simulate the mountain experience at sea-level
Structuring an effective training plan that optimizes both performance and recovery
Acclimating on-site can be costly and time-consuming

OUR SOLUTIONS

Reduce Risk: Hypoxic training can reduce the risk of AMS by up to 40%
Perform Better: Improve your body’s oxygen delivery and uptake for greater work tolerance at elevation
Be Prepared: Replicate the demands of your expedition in the gym
Enjoy More: Improve aerobic endurance and muscular strength so you can enjoy your experience, not suffer through it

GUIDES AND EXPEDITION COMPANIES

Your job is to ensure everyone in the group has a safe and enjoyable experience. Participants who come physically unprepared for the trek are often unable to keep up, leading to disparity in the group.

Participants need to be in good physical condition and ready for the challenges. We can work with guides and participants before departure.

For more information, please email info@altitudeathletictraining.com

GET STARTED

Each person is different when it comes to preparation – we’re all starting in different places and have varying levels of altitude sensitivity. Because of this, we build personalized training programs for our members setting off on a climb.

TRAINING PROGRAMS

Training FAQs

How Will My Training Work?

You’ll start with an initial assessment to measure your current fitness level. The assessment includes an Altitude Sensitivity Test and Mountain Readiness Assessment to see how your body responds to high elevations. Your coach will then use the data collected from the assessment to build you a specific training program, which is stored in our training app: Technogym.

A sample workout plan may involve incline walks on the treadmill or stair master with a weighted pack, strength training circuits and intervals on the Versa Climber. You’ll work closely with your coach, who will review your training plan regularly and make adjustments as needed to ensure you’re progressing effectively.

How long before my trip should I start training?

We recommend starting your training at Altitude as early as possible to ensure you’re fully prepared for your trip. The more time you spend building fitness and acclimatizing to high-altitude conditions, the better your body will adapt, reducing the risk of mountain sickness and improving your overall performance.

What elevations will I be training at?

Toronto sits at approx. 250 feet (76 meters) above sea level where there is approx. 20.9% oxygen in the air. In our altitude room, we reduce this percentage to 14.3% oxygen to simulate an elevation of 10,000 feet (3048 meters).

Depending on the maximum elevation you’ll reach on your trip, we may take you up higher. We do this by incorporating our altitude mask and generator system into your training program to progressively ramp you up to higher altitudes. You will use the altitude mask while walking on the treadmill at an incline, on the stair climber or a combination of both.

Client Experiences

Just got back from climbing Kilimanjaro with my son. Before taking the trip I was quite worried about the potential effects of altitude sickness BUT was lucky enough to find Altitude Training.

They set me up with a progressive training schedule that had me reach 19,500 feet (Kili Summit) a few weeks before I left. I am convinced this pre-acclimatization made a huge difference in my climb. I felt z...

Arvind

I trained here to prepare for Everest BC. Gustavo and the team took great care of me. They curated a training program specific to my situation and accommodated for any last-minute schedule changes or requests. I highly recommend this boutique gym, whether to prepare for a trek or for generally working out. Great alternative to the “big-box” gyms.

Peter

If you are a competitive athlete no matter the sport you participate in or just want to be in top shape ,Altitude is where you want to train. My partner and I joined the Gym in February 2023 in order to prepare for our Kilimanjaro climb. I was 6 months post a knee replacement and I was able to rehab my knee and successfully complete the climb in July 2023. We have continued to train at 9000 fe

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Craig

We found Altitude a year and and half ago in our search for a gym to help us train and get ready for climbing Kilimanjaro in the summer of 2023. This is the only facility of its kind currently in Toronto and we can honestly say by training at various altitudes in the months leading up to our climb, it allowed us to successfully summit Kili without any altitude issues!! The staff is incred

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Maia

Hands down the best gym in Toronto. I’ve trained here for Aconcagua and Ama Dablam, and l will certainly train here before my next expedition. The staff are always friendly and ensure that you are having a good time. The coaches are extremely knowledgeable and are dedicated to helping you reach your training goals. Nothing comes close to training at Altitude Athletic.

Adam

I found this top-notch and one-of-a-kind gym during preparation for some difficult high-altitude hiking trails and this is the only place in Toronto/Ontario that mimics the oxygen level at higher altitude. The 3 different altitude schedule throughout the day covers all your need. And if requested, other specialty equipment would be provided to help achieve my goal. I’ve joined the club for al...

I trained here for a month ahead of a 6,500m trek to get get a head start on the acclimatization process and work on overall fitness. Couldn’t have been happier with the results. The trek went great and I didn’t have any issues with altitude sickness, not even a slight headache.

The staff here are all great – they take care of you and check in regularly to ensure you’re fee...

Scott N.

Great setup and really wonderful team. Best place to train for hikes and altitude or just to push your fitness to next level.

Jim K.

I have a passion to climb mountains and always it was my dream to climb the Himalayas. Therefore, I started my training in Altitude for about 4 months and achieved excellent results in such a short time, much better than I expected. This is a small gym that feels more personal. Such a fantastic gym, I love this place.
It was the best choice I’ve made training at Altitude. I always felt amazing w... Read More

Shahram T.

I received amazing support from the team at altitude and the facility was topnotch!

Brian

Great gym. Excellent equipment. Excellent staff. Nice changing room and shower. Completed Manaslu circuit in snow storm late March. No issues. No altitude sickness at all. Highly recommended for all looking to better health and fitness.

Altitude Training is a top-notch training facility! It was a pure joy to work with this incredible team. Josh Downer is truly exceptional! He has a passion for what he does! We were impressed with his level of knowledge, patience, kindness, attention to details and personalized touch! The amount of time and effort he put working with us was unbelievable! He pushed us beyond what we believed were o...

Denis M.

My husband (Terry) and I (65 and 59 respectively) just returned from our bucket list Mt. Kilimanjaro adventure and cannot thank the amazing team at Altitude Athletic Training in Toronto enough! Not only did we make it to the top but we did so in peak health and with no significant challenges. The teams’ support, knowledge and incredible positive energy made the training experience not only h...

Tracey

Gym is very unique as it allows you to train in a high-tech altitude chamber. When I visited, it was set to 8500ft elevation and you can definitely feel the difference. Equipment and machines are top notch. Staff was friendly, knowledgeable, very welcoming. Gym is very clean and has nice aesthetics! Will definitely continue to come back for drop-in sessions!

Rahul S.

I was planning on trekking at altitude from Cusco to Machu Picchu Peru and I needed to train seriously. Through a stroke of serendipity it turned out that the solution was Altitude Athletic Training. A gym that allows you to train at Altitude in Toronto. The coaches – Josh and TJ – set me up with a program that worked perfectly. The front desk staff – Suraj and Nada are friendly,...

Judy

I joined Altitude Athletic in October of 2021 in preparation to achieve my life-long goal to climb Mt. Kilimanjaro. My trip was scheduled for February – so I had to find a program that would really work for me in the time I had. I chose Altitude solely based on the name and premise of what they deliver – training in an altitude chamber to prep you for physical activity in similar condi...

Jodi

I signed up for a multi-day hike in the Yukon in July and started hiking but quickly realized I had no clue how to train for this sort of elevation in the GTA. I met with Altitude and felt confident they could not only help me get to the summit of King’s Throne on day 1 but also get down the mountain feeling good and ready for the rest of the week. Five days a week I go to Altitude to execut...

Marcia

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