# Boutique Rowing Studios Toronto's Nucleo Fitness Combines Rowing with Pilates for a Unique Workout By Katherine Pendrill | Published 2017-01-04 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nucleo-fitness References: [nucleofitness](http://www.nucleofitness.ca/) & [facebook](https://www.facebook.com/nucleopilatesrow/) For those looking for a new way to get in shape, Toronto's Nucleo Fitness offers a unique option. Instead of endless rows of treadmills and ellipticals, this [boutique gym](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cuttingedge-workout-experiences) features a very different set of machines. Nucleo Fitness is a fitness studio that combines "[the powerful effects of pilates](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fitness-modality) with the cardio conditioning of [water rowing](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/indoor-rowing-workout)" for the ultimate workout. However, members do not just use any old rowing machine to work their muscles. Instead, Nucleo Fitness is stocked with WaterFlywheel machines, that feature a cylinder of water and a spinning paddle that mimics the real sensation of rowing. The result is a killer core workout that targets the back, legs and abdominal muscles. With classes maxing out at just 12 students, the gym is the perfect place for those looking for a more intimate approach to fitness. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 6.2/10 - Popularity: 88% | Activity: 89% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Lifestyle](https://www.trendhunter.com/lifestyle) > [Health](https://www.trendhunter.com/health) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Boutique Fitness Studios:** The rise of boutique fitness studios like Nucleo Fitness provides opportunities for specialized workouts that combine different exercise modalities. - **Water-based Fitness:** The use of water rowing machines in fitness studios offers a unique and challenging cardio and core workout experience. - **Intimate Fitness Classes:** The demand for smaller, more intimate fitness classes allows for personalized attention and a sense of community. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Fitness and Wellness:** The fitness and wellness industry can explore the integration of different exercise modalities and equipment to create innovative and effective workout experiences. - **Gym Equipment Manufacturing:** The manufacturing industry for gym equipment can focus on developing advanced water rowing machines and other innovative fitness devices. - **Fitness Instruction and Training:** Fitness instructors and trainers can specialize in water-based workouts and offer small, intimate classes to meet the growing demand. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [High-Reward Rowing Workouts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/peloton-row-canada.md) - [Premium Rowing Machines](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/peloton-row-1.md) - [Innovative Australia-Based Studios](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/strong-pilates.md) - [Rowformer Studio Openings](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/strong-pilates-rowformer.md) - [Boutique Fitness Memberships](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/elleto.md) - [Private Toronto Pilates Classes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/imprint-pilates.md) - [Mindful Fitness Studios](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lsdr.md) - [Toronto HIIT Workout Studios](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/barrys-bootcamp.md) - [Meditative Fitness Studios](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lagree-plus.md)