In such a pristine setting it almost seems rude to sweat. But that’s just what happens when about 450 of Toronto’s most affluent citizens (membership is capped at 600) work out at this small luxury gym. Furniture empress Beatrix Nienkämper has christened Balance “the jewel.” She would—her eponymous furniture decorates the swanky front lounge. The equipment includes cardio machines; due to the exclusive membership, there are no lineups. The owners are also personal trainers: Devon McGregor and Tony Mark are on-site full-time. Reservations are taken up to a week in advance for the limited classes. Change rooms are immaculate. An on-site clinic offers physio and an RMT.