In the spring of 2025, we here at Moose Media ran the North Peace People’s Choice Awards. With these awards, the people of the North Peace region voted on who was the best of the best in a wide variety of categories. You can find the full list here, but we wanted to share some of the winners and runner-ups in specific categories to help showcase the awesome businesses and organizations that make our region a great place to live.
The businesses included below are based on votes received during the awards. If you own or operate any of the businesses listed and would like to add some additional information, please email us at greg@moosemediafsj.ca
Staying active is an important step when it comes to living a healthy life. However, finding a gym or fitness facility that fits your preferences can be tricky. Below we have the best gyms in Fort St John as voted by the people who have tried them out. If you’re looking to get started or to perfect your routine, make sure to give them a try!
#1: Prevail Athletics
9831 98A Avenue, Fort St John, BC
Prevail Athletics was voted the Best Fitness Facility in the region. According to Co-owner and General Manager Caitlyn Bellamy, Prevail Athletics is a full-service fitness facility. They offer a co-ed and women’s only gym, group fitness classes including FSJ’s only hot yoga studio, tanning, child care, saunas and supplements. Prevail is open 7 days a week and fully staffed from 5 AM-11 PM Monday-Friday, 7 AM-11 PM Saturday and 7 AM-8 PM Sunday. Prevail Athletics’ friendly and hardworking staff will always ensure the gym is kept in tip-top shape, and you are welcomed at the door with a smile.
#2: GoodLife Fitness
9420 93rd Avenue, Fort St John, BC
With over 200 locations across Canada, GoodLife Fitness has a lot of options no matter where you’re at in your fitness journey. The facility is open 24/7 and is equipped with lockers, changerooms, a dry cedar sauna, virtual fitness classes, and more. They also offer a free workout trial if you want to give them a try before committing.
#3: VIVE Spin Studio
9324 96th Street, Fort St John, BC
Located on the second floor of the Pomeroy Sports Centre, VIVE Spin Studio offers a spin experience for riders of all levels. According to their website, VIVE also offers customized training programs, nutritional guidance, and supplement recommendations for those looking to enhance their overall health. They also have a New Rider special for those looking to give spin a shot.
#4: The Gym
10208 100th Street, Fort St John, BC
The Gym is a locally owned and operated business in Fort St John. According to their Facebook Group, they have a family-oriented atmosphere and are here to help you reach your goals. Plenty of great personal trainers are on staff, including owner Jeni Briscoe who was voted the Best Personal Trainer in the 2025 North Peace People’s Choice Awards.
#5: Gators Gym
10519 101st Avenue, Fort St John, BC
Gators Gym is a welcoming, 2-floor fitness facility with their motto being “for pros and average Joes”. Whether you’re training for a marathon, body building competition, weight loss or gain, or even just want to build on basic mobility, they have something for everyone. Gators Gym also offers a Standing Tanning bed and a recently added Mild Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy Chamber which helps with muscle recovery, wound healing, sleep, and collagen production.