Gym Space for Rent in
Downtown Vancouver
For independent personal trainers running their own business
From $20/hour · Flat-rate packages from $500/month · 427 Granville St at Hastings
Run Your Business at a Real Gym
Train your clients in a fully-equipped facility in downtown Vancouver's Financial District, without the overhead of running your own space.
Keep Your Fees
You set your rates and keep your client revenue. We charge you for the space - no commission, no percentage of your earnings.
Prime Location
427 Granville St at Hastings, steps from Waterfront Station in downtown Vancouver. Easy access for clients working anywhere in the Financial District.
Fully Equipped
Racks, barbells, plates, dumbbells, kettlebells, cables, benches, and more. Show up and train - we provide everything.
Clients Don't Need a Membership
Your clients sign a waiver and they're good to go. No T&L membership required, no gatekeeping between you and the people you train.
What's Included
Renting space at Thunder & Lightning means access to a real coaching gym with everything you need to deliver great sessions.
- Access 5am-10pm, seven days a week, around our class schedule
- Fully equipped strength training facility - racks, barbells, plates, dumbbells, kettlebells, cables, benches
- Two large training areas with plenty of space for multiple trainers to work simultaneously
- Showers and change rooms for you and your clients
- Centrally located at 427 Granville St in downtown Vancouver - steps from Waterfront Station
- No membership required for your clients - just a signed waiver
- Clean, professional environment that reflects well on your business
- Flexible pricing - hourly to start, flat-rate packages as your client base grows
Rental Pricing
Pay-as-you-go for new trainers, flat-rate packages once you scale. No long-term contracts.
| Monthly Client Hours | Rate |
|---|---|
| 0-24 hours | $20/hour |
| 25-49 hours | $500/month |
| 50-64 hours | $750/month |
| 65-74 hours | $1,000/month |
| 75-83 hours | $1,250/month |
| 84+ hours | $1,500/month |
Multi-Person Session Add-Ons
Training duos, trios, or small groups? Add the per-hour rate below to your base session cost.
| Session Size | Add-on |
|---|---|
| 3 people | +$10/hr |
| 4 people | +$20/hr |
| 5 people | +$30/hr |
| 6 people | +$40/hr |
| 7 people | +$50/hr |
| 8 people | +$60/hr |
| 9 people | +$70/hr |
| 10 people | +$80/hr |
| 11 people | +$90/hr |
| 12 people | +$100/hr |
All rates subject to 5% GST.
Fully-Equipped Facility
Everything you need to run a serious training business - no gaps, no compromises.
Strength
Power racks, competition barbells, full plate sets, benches, and platforms.
Free Weights
Full dumbbell range and competition kettlebells for every load and every movement.
Cables & Machines
Cable systems for accessory work, isolation movements, and injury rehab programming.
Two Training Areas
Separate group fitness and personal training sections - room for multiple trainers at once.
How to Get Started
Reach Out
Email or message us with your training experience, certification, and what you're looking for.
Tour the Gym
Come check out the facility, see the equipment, and meet the team. We'll answer all your questions in person.
Submit Insurance
Provide proof of current liability insurance. This protects you, your clients, and our facility.
Start Training
Once you're approved, you can start booking client sessions any time between 5am and 10pm, seven days a week.
Common Questions
What hours can I use the gym?
Independent trainers can use the gym from 5am to 10pm, seven days a week. We'll share our class schedule so you can plan around it - the personal training section is always available, and the group fitness section is open to trainers when classes aren't running.
Do my clients need to be T&L members?
No. Your clients don't need a T&L membership or any other commitment to us. They simply sign a standard waiver and they can train with you. They are your clients, not ours.
Is there a contract or minimum commitment?
No long-term contract required. Hourly trainers pay as they go. Trainers on monthly packages commit month-to-month - if your client base shifts, your package can shift with it.
What do I need to qualify?
We screen all independent trainers before approval. You'll need current personal training certification and up-to-date liability insurance. Beyond that, we look for trainers who'll represent themselves professionally and treat the facility well.
Can I run small group sessions?
Yes - groups of 2 are included in your base rate, and groups of 3+ have a per-hour add-on. Sessions of 4 or more require pre-approval since they may need additional space. If you're running groups of 5+ regularly, we'll talk about whether it makes more sense as a group training arrangement (billed at 35% of gross revenue) given the space requirements.
Can I rent the whole gym for a private session or event?
Reach out and we can discuss options. Private full-gym rentals outside class hours have been arranged for special events, photo shoots, and trainer workshops in the past.
Where exactly are you located?
427 Granville St at Hastings, in downtown Vancouver's Financial District. We're steps from Waterfront Station and a short walk from Granville SkyTrain - very accessible for clients commuting from anywhere downtown. Street parking and parkades are available nearby.
Can I store my equipment or training tools at the gym?
Reach out to discuss specifics. We have storage options for trainers running consistent client volume. Bring this up during your gym tour and we'll work something out.