There are not enough words of praise for Rally Point Endeavors...... Every single coach and the…read moreentire community are second to none!! Training at RPE will not only make you remarkably more fit, it will also make you a better human being. My only words of advice are RUN, don't walk, to RPE. I promise you won't regret it! Kellie Klein Member since 2017

I am so very happy with my decision to Join Rally Point Endeavors. As a 67 year old, there are some…read moremovements that are problematic for me. The wonderful coaches make modifications for me. Besides caring coaches, there are some super nice people who work out there. If you are interested in Hyrox, CrossFit or a general workout, this place has it all!!

I've been a member on and off here since 2014. I'm definitely someone who gets super motivated,…read moregoes multiple times per week for a few months, and then an old injury acts up and puts the kibosh on that and I have to freeze my membership and then eventually cancel it. But, they're always super chill about it and it's a no-hassle situation. That stereotypical trope of it being impossible to quit a gym is fortunately not true here, which I appreciate. I was a member for maybe 6 months in 2014, then again for 3-4 months in 2016-ish, and then somehow found uncharacteristic intrinsic motivation and joined again on January 1 of 2025. Most recently, I actually went 2-3x per week for the first 6 months, and then kinda forgot that was something I was supposed to do. But I've gone once or twice a month since then at least. The gym itself has gotten a face lift in recent years, which is nice. It's not super fancy, but it doesn't need to be. I'm not going to the gym with the goal of being a social media fitness influencer who needs an aesthetic background setting for fake workout videos. Sometimes the fluorescent lights in the weightlifting area flicker, which is kind of obnoxious and migraine-inducing while bench pressing and looking up at the ceiling, but other than that I don't really have any complaints. It also has a community vibe -- the same people seem to be there every day, some of which I remember seeing back in 2014 when I first started. It's not uncommon to hear people stop to chat and catch up with each other. (But they also won't chat with you if you don't want them to. I'm more of a heads down and work person, so I'm more of a quick "hi" and mutual nod of acknowledgement when I see the same few people who are on the same schedule that I am). Everyone is super nice. The variety of equipment is nice, with several squat racks, lots of free weights, and pretty much any cable machine you might want. They also have battle ropes and a TRX in a back studio. Also plenty of the standard cardio equipment with a few specialty/fancier pieces. I do wish they would get some heavy bags (punching bags), though. I was a member of a boxing gym for a good stretch (2017 until the start of the pandemic) and do miss it. They have a variety of classes, which I don't do so I can't speak to those, but people seem to like them. Cost is reasonable, but definitely join when they do a no-initiation fee special because initiation fees are a scam and stupid. It's more expensive than a Planet Fitness but not nearly as expensive as LifeTime or other regular gyms. It's a fair price for a community vibe and at least it's not supporting a big corporate conglomerate and instead my fee is going to the park district.

Like a previous Yelper said, I'm a Skokie resident who began my quest for a new gym after LA…read moreFitness took over Bally's. (They wouldn't honor my Lifetime membership!) My daughter and I are already active with other offerings of our park district, so this made sense to also go on our house account. It's close to home, decent hours, and everyone is very nice and accommodating. I love that it has members of all ages, and doesn't feel like a meat market. (That's the total vibe I got at Lifetime Fitness, which totally turned me off.) The pros for me: 1) Free towel and lock as a lot of people have mentioned 2) A variety of classes, even though the hours are hit or miss for me 3) A lot of machines, with individual TV screens, which is much better than Bally's was! 4) The kids room....even though at Bally's it was free; you can have an account or punch card there too and not have to pay every time 5) A nice track for walking or jogging And my all time favorite: A jacuzzi and sauna which look like they're barely ever used. I can definitely see solitude there, in the near future. I don't use public showers, but I can honestly say I see a cleaning lady in the locker room almost every time I'm there, which I like. The only con I'd say is the lack of a pool, but there is one at Devonshire (an outdoor one) a few minutes away, which is also part of the park district. Overall it's a very nice gym that suits my purpose, and I'm very happy there.

Convenient and Well stocked with all my fav equipment. Staff…read morefriendly in a clean environment. Just wishsome folks would can the cellphones and just work out.

I'm literally posting this from the shower because I came into shower and noticed I left my…read moreunderwear from yesterday morning in the shower. 24 hours later it's exactly in the same spot I left it at. So I guess no one is cleaning the showers. I only use the handicap shower because it's the one that gets used the least but the other shower stalls are completely disgusting and smell really bad. I've also noticed a wet piece of toilet paper in the handicap stall that has been here since Wednesday, it's Friday morning let's see if it's still here on Monday. The staff says hi and bye in particular Derwin is very friendly so there's a reason to give blink fitness in Evanston one star and a second star because equipment is usually all in good working condition.

I've been coming to this gym for almost 3 years now, and I've actually known the owner since his…read moreprevious gym -- which says a lot about the kind of place he creates wherever he goes. From day one, everyone here has been incredibly welcoming, supportive, and genuinely kind. It never feels intimidating, no matter your fitness level. The community is what really makes this gym special -- people encourage each other and celebrate progress in a way that feels authentic. Beyond the physical benefits, this gym has helped me so much with stress and anxiety. It's become a place where I can reset mentally as much as physically, and that's something I'm really grateful for. If you're looking for a gym where you feel comfortable, supported, and actually want to show up, this is it. Highly recommend!

Anywhere Fitness is a great boutique fitness center offering classes and individual training as…read morewell as gym merberships at affordable rates. Jeff's trainers will provide an initial fitness evaluation for any new members to help you on your fitness journey. They have really created a fitness and wellness community with friends and neighbors, both young and old. They also specialize in youth fitness and strength and conditioning classes to help young athletes in their athletic pursuits. You can pay the big bucks at the chain fitness centers or get personalized service and attention to detail at Anywhere Fitness-try them out for FREE!

Love this place. Haven't felt this good about my fitness in many years. Actually feel in better…read moreshape now then I did in my thirties. Good and getting stronger. The whole family loves it. Waiting for the dog training sessions to start up.......

My 13 yr old son does personal training there and they also have excellent group classes for all…read moreages to train and improve their strength, speed and agility. They work hard and have fun while working out. He has worked with most of the trainers and likes them all. The staff is very knowledgable, friendly and easy to work with.

Love the Park Ridge FFC, great staff, and they have so many amenities, classes, and events!read more

1 star. 8-year member, and this club keeps getting less family-friendly…read more I've been a paying member at FFC Park Ridge since it opened. For a long time, one of the best perks was bringing my kid on weekends -- she could hang out nearby while I got a quick workout in. That's over. FFC now charges $25 for a "Kids Club" membership, and even if you pay it, your kid is only allowed in two places: the Kids Club room or the gym. Not the floor, not sitting quietly nearby -- nothing else. I found this out the hard way when staff asked me to leave the floor because my 5-year-old was standing next to me while I finished up an 8-minute workout. Sunday, quick workout, kid just waiting for me -- and I still got kicked off. For a gym that used to market itself as family-friendly, charging long-time members extra money for less access is a bad look. Eight years in and this is how they treat loyal members with kids. Can't recommend FFC Park Ridge to any parent right now.

Chicago Family Fit is an amazing, local small business. The trainers are all very friendly an…read moreknowledgable, and they are great with fitness beginners (like me) too. Not only is it always kept clean, (which is even more important these days), but with their one on one training, there is always plenty of space to workout. You can tell they take pride in maintaining a friendly yet professional atmosphere. Parking is easy and their hours are very accommodating. Highly recommend.

Great location. Found the trainer, Gabriel, to be very kind and knowledgeable. I'd recommend him…read more Brian, other trainer, was knowledgeable but rude and unprofessional. Yells at people including his customers. Talks about clients behind their back. Really, there is more to being a trainer than technical knowledge. Stay away.

The grand-darlings have attended gymnastics classes here for years and have always thoroughly…read moreenjoyed them. About 4 years ago, they also attended a dance class, but I noticed on my recent last visit to watch them, that the dance studios have all been removed, some remodeling done, and the whole facility is now oriented to gymnastics only. Attached are some recent photos of the remodeled sections. I don't really know anything about the administration of their programs, but the daughter is pretty happy about their program, the cost, and the girls' progress and enjoyment. Most sessions are filled months in advance, and there are waitlists for every level as their whole program is very popular. One complaint I have heard though is that when a kiddo gets promoted to the next level, they may still have to wait a few weeks or months to move up as there are no openings at the next level. They have a ton of staffers and if you want to be a junior gymnastics instructor, this place sure seems to draw a lot of them for what that's worth.

We love Viking! Such a great gymnastics school. My daughter has grown and gained confidence.read more