Small Group Training,
Yoga, Pilates, SPin

By the way – your classes absolutely ROCK and so do the INSTRUCTORS! Love you all. I will toil away until I feel 100% fit and I have Donna, Shelley, Bailey, Amy to thank for keeping me on track. Age is but a number! The way I feel after attending your awesome group sessions is invigorated, energized and physically strengthened – thanks 10000000000000 trillion, gazillion.

Friendly, knowledgeable and RELATABLE staff and a beautiful boutique studio (even the washroom is beautiful!). So excited to watch this little gem take off.

Donna is the warmest and kindest instructor, she is very considerate to every individuals needs as well as their flexibility. I enjoy the different music as well as each session is a different experience. Highly recommend!

A loving, caring and comfortable environment. These ladies are genuine. A total mind and body workout. A pleasure!

These ladies are the best! Doesn't matter where you are at in your journey to fitness - this is the place for you!

I loved your session on Performance Reviews and here nothing but wonderful things about you from conference attendees!  It is always a pleasure to have your presence at conference! Look forward to working with you in the future!

Dear Donna, Shelly and Bailey Bailey trained Janine and I about a week ago. Both of us had muscle spasms, so Bailey threw the plan out the window and catered to our needs! We both felt great after class!!! Way to go Bailey! Also, Shelley knocked it out of the park today with creative personal training, pushing me to succeed without injury!! I’ll be pushing up from Chatarunga in no time!! Donna you have taught me to practise in relaxation instead of panicked frenzy! Really helping me to practice calm not anxiety!! And I’m taller!! Lol! Thanks so much!!

You guys are a gift to our community.

Just wanted you know that since I started coming to your gym I feel so much better. Everyone of you and your employees make it a fun and comfortable place to be in.  It was also awesome how you guys go out of your way to modify things for my shoulder that I hurt. Which feels great now so shouldn’t be a problem anymore.   Just wanted to say thanks for everything.

I am meeting and exceeding my daily water goal, I am not dieting per se though I am watching portion sizes and what I am choosing to eat, making better healthier choices.  I have found the addition of the workout on Monday good, I am very much enjoying the yoga and I think I am finding some of the things I was struggling to do easier, also I seem to have more energy, so between the walking club, the exercise program and the yoga, i feel like I am on target, these are changes I wish to make part of my everyday life going forward.  I love the support and encouragement, that pieces if very helpful.

I sincerely appreciate all that you (personally) bring to this challenge.  You have been a true blessing and I am so grateful that you are on this branch of my journey with me!! I have loved working out and enjoyed each workout format.  The team is truly something special.

I sincerely appreciate all that you (personally) bring to this challenge.  You have been a true blessing and I am so grateful that you are on this branch of my journey with me!! I have loved working out and enjoyed each workout format.  The team is truly something special.

I sincerely appreciate all that you (personally) bring to this challenge.  You have been a true blessing and I am so grateful that you are on this branch of my journey with me!! I have loved working out and enjoyed each workout format.  The team is truly something special.

I sincerely appreciate all that you (personally) bring to this challenge.  You have been a true blessing and I am so grateful that you are on this branch of my journey with me!! I have loved working out and enjoyed each workout format.  The team is truly something special.

The owners and trainers immediately made me feel welcome, comfortable, and part of the family. Egos are checked at the door and the environment is great. Oh and the variety and quality of the workouts are better than any other "gym" I've been to in the area.

It's fun and addicting . I luv the atmosphere!

I love the classes. Tonight I am going to try yoga again with you and have signed up for 4 classes a week, 3 group fitness and one yoga. Everyone has been so friendly and light and funny and that makes it so much easier to go to class.  There is nothing intimidating it is all just great so far. Thank you for opening up such a great studio and welcoming me in.

Thank an you for the email class one I am loving it!!!   Have class 2 booked tomorrow and might try a yoga class on Friday. The atmosphere is so encouraging and supportive. So glad I have found you guys!!!

The team you have is amazing and very happy that I am a member!    

I have been an on and off fitness type since I started doing Jane Fonda aerobics in the 80’s and have joined and participated in many gyms and exercise programs over the past 35 years.  Having said that, this is the first time I feel really excited about trying something new!  I got the “feels” in your studio and immediately felt comfortable and welcomed. 

6 years ago I went to Hiltop Academy and met Donna as my teacher. I’ve never been more inspired by meeting her. Her teaching method was not forgettable! I had to quit as my daughter had a fibril seizure and i had decided to stay home. My life then became a stay home mom. I created a folder on my email and dedicated it to Donna. All her notes and assignments that were emailed to us are still with me in that folder. This year I finally went back to Hiltop. I had my fingers crossed and was hoping Donna would be my teacher again. I got to meet Kim Bond! I met 2 amazing teachers who I don’t think I could have gotten through this course without. Donna is spectacular and she left a footprint in my heart. I know she has left many great memories with everyone she meets! Her business names says it all ! Miss you Donna!!

I'm don't often do this but sometimes you run across something that you just HAVE to share. I have been an on and off again gym user since my leg warmer aerobic days back in the 80's. And I've tried most of what is out there - bootcamps, franchise gyms, yoga, TRX, 24 hour gyms and many more. They were all great and offered something I enjoyed. But I have discovered the most amazing little studio in Clayton Heights. Smiling Hearts Yoga and Fitness is my new happy place! It has the most wonderful atmosphere and feels like anything but a gym. It is a community of friendly staff and clients and I honestly have never felt more comfortable than I do here. It is personal and personalized, it is a beautiful space, and it is the first time I have EVER looked forward to working out! The owners, Donna and Shelley, are amazing people who make you feel like you have just walked into your best friend's home. If you are looking for something different, somewhere you can feel at home and actually laugh and have fun during class, I highly recommend Smiling Hearts!! Oh - they also kick your a$$ in class!

Smiling Heart is the most complete health and fitness experience i have ever had! The instructors really care, promote safety and help strengthen body mind and spirit! In today’s demanding world, we can all benefit from the many avenues of support that Smiling hearts provide. Not just a gym, a caring family of experts!!!! Thank you so much!!

I’ve been to Smiling Hearts yoga for 1 year! I started before they had a studio of their own. I absolutely love Donna, one of the owners and Yoga instructors! She is so thoughtful, conscientious, kind and giving! The studio located in Clayton Heights, has both a fitness and yoga side. It is cozy and welcoming complete with everything you need and more! They even have complimentary nuts chocolates and fruit! They have every prop you could possibly need, from bolsters, to blocks, knee cushion, straps, mats, blankets, eye pillows... you name it! Donna is always making sure you feel welcome, comfortable and your needs are met. She offers modifications for all fitness levels ensuring you don’t judge yourself for the level your at.

Seriously awesome gym. Not pretentious. All instructors are so knowledgeable and work each individual based on their abilities, goals, injuries, age, etc.... Every single class is always so positive, but....you still get such an incredible workout - whether its a small group training session, spin class, yoga class or whichever class you choose. The gym is fully equiped and so comfortable. Just seriously great in all aspects. You really have to check it out yourself to understand. Honestly, just come - you won't regret it.

Love Smiling Hearts ! Feels like home. All the yoga instructors are excellent & my fellow "yogi's" are very friendly.

This place is like a second home! You are supported every step of your fitness adventure I cant say enough positive things about my time at smiling hearts! If your looking for a positive experience because your not sure what your doing like me this is your place, or even if you do know what your doing but you get discouraged easily this is a place that gets your butt in gear!

I am really enjoying the gym and the feeling of community among staff and members (huge part of what I look for in a gym ). The classes are great- creative and all the instructors have their own unique style which I appreciate. Everything is awesome and I always look forward to my workouts, despite my whining lol. Thanks for checking in!

Eureka! I’ve struck gold! After years of trying to find the perfect way to get exercise and improve my health physically and mentally I came across this special place. I knew from the moment I met Donna and Shelley that this was right fit for me. The studio is warm and inviting. All of the staff I have worked with are very friendly and knowledgeable making it a joy to go to class. I look forward to working out for the first time ever in my life. I’ve tried the small group personal training, Hatha and Restorative yoga and the Zumba classes. I’ve loved all of them! I strongly recommend you try the one month trial offer and see for yourself how much of a treasure this place is!

Smiling Hearts is a lovely place to practice - friendly, warm and welcoming. A great set up, in a non-competitive environment - feels like a friends home but fully equipped with all the props and great personal training equipment too. They have created a truly wonderful space - so glad to have found them!

Wow! That’s crazy! Thanks for letting me know, Donna. I’m really proud of my efforts this year. It hasn’t been easy trying to balance work, family and my personal health, but I know I’m on the right track, because I don’t think I’ve ever stayed the course this long without quitting. Huge thanks to you, Shelley and the entire Smiling Hearts family for providing our local community with such a warm, safe, and caring space where we can learn how to discover our personal best! Slowly but surely, I’m getting stronger! Smiling Hearts hug from me to all of you!

Hi Donna, Just wanted to say thank you for the recent personalized card I received in the mail, it was a pleasant surprise and warmed my heart. You, Shelly, Bailey and the Smiling hearts team have been so welcoming since day one and I can’t thank you all enough for welcoming me into your home and community. My story: I love to exercise but have never found exercise I love until now.

Hi Donna! I’m loving it! I mostly see Fiona and Krista and they are wonderful. My husband even said that I must live it because I have never stuck with a program longer than a couple weeks. LOL Feeling stronger for sure and fitter during each class. Everyone has been so nice!