I have been coming here for boot camps sessions a little bit over a month now, and overall I like it. Um.....as much as you can like something called "boot camp" without wearing a combat uniform or being totally out of your mind. But as we say in French, "Il faut souffrir pour être belle". In other words: no pain, no gain. That's how it rolls ladies. First things first: they moved, and are not longer located on Western but a little East of there on Milwaukee (1643 N. Milwaukee to be precise). Parking is not too difficult but if you go to the evening sessions, you will most likely have to pay (I always try to find a free spot a few blocks away, mainly because I always forget my wallet. Oy.) I worked with Nari and Ferah, and both provide a good workout with very different styles. Some of the exercises can be quite challenging but overall things don't get too much out of hand and if you are motivated and willing to try - you should get a proper sweat out of it without throwing up your breakfast. In a nutshell: - classes are held three days a week - Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays at 6 am and 6 pm. - there are no changing/locker rooms as of yet - class sizes very greatly. One Friday night I was there with three other girls but last Monday night I left because the studio was so full that the instructor didn't know where to place students. That can be a problem, and I hope that they will figure things out real soon. - water is available - I bought a coupon but they offer unlimited boot camp classes for $59/month. read more

I've been training at 1 on 1 Fitness Chicago for over 3 months, and I have to say it's been a HUGE eye opener. This is not a "relax, work out at your own pace" type of a gym. This is a "Kick Your Lazy butt into shape & fast" Gym (and thank God for that)! The truth about fitness is that you have to want & work for it. If you do, this is the place for you. The trainers are second to none... and will make you WORK! That being said, I absolutely LOVE working with my trainer, Mike (the owner). He has so much experience in the personal fitness field it's dizzying, pushes you to your personal limit, and overall has gotten me into the best shape of my life in less than 3 months. The icing on the cake is the complete nutritional plan he has laid out for me...(*sidenote - I am actually not supposed to have any cake, or icing for that matter). Overall, I have committed to not only a change in my physical appearance but have committed to a change in lifestyle with the help of Mike & 1 on 1 Fitness. 5 Stars for sure! read more

I bought a you swoop...don't buy a you swoop for this place, it seems to lead with not happy clients. Anyhow, I bought a you swoop for an unlimited month of bootcamp classes. I should have checked the times as they are very limited only being MWF and Saturday mornings. This didn't work well since I already have weekly scheduled activities on Mondays and Fridays, so I wanted to try this place out and get the most out of it I could. I decided to wait almost to the end of the expiration as I would be able to go most days in October. The YouSwoop expired October 1st. I ended up getting really sick and then had a flat tire on my bike the following week, so I was going to miss the expiration. I sent an e-mail to the owner asking if they would still honor the YouSwoop October 2nd. Here is the e-mail response, Sorry, due to the overwhelming amount of people who also didn't use their coupon, we will NOT honor any coupons after Oct 1, 2013. Thank you On Thu, Sep 26, 2013 at 5:06 PM, wrote: Information Request via email For: Phone: Email: Interested in: Fitness Bootcamp Classes Found Us: Other Message: Hi, I bought a youswoop for the bootcamp classes. I didn't realize it was only MWF (Sat) mornings. The only dates I could make were Wed nights. I had planned on using the youswoop these past two Wednesdays, but I was very sick and then got a flat tire on my bike that afternoon. The You swoop expires Oct 1. Would you still honor it on October 2? So, his response of people not using the coupon didn't really make sense to me. And the response seemed short and unprofessional. As I paid for this and wanted to use it I showed up 10 minutes late on a Saturday just to check in so that I would be able to use my month. I had no intention of joining a class late, I hate when people do that! But, the class was going on and there were 2 trainers there NOT training anyone. The bootcamp class was stations based and at one point gave the participants and break. At no point did anyone there ask if I needed something as I sat in a chair at the front of the gym. Then another trainer walked in and again, no one asked Is there something I can help you with? What are you here for? etc. After 30 minutes of sitting there and no one bothering to ask why I was just sitting there I decided to leave. The bootcamp looked like any other bootcamp class I have been to, nothing special, with a less than enthused trainer. I decided to chalk this up to my own loss and find gym who cares about my business. read more

I purchased a daily deal for boot camp classes.....boy it was well worth it. LOL! This boot camp class never fails to guarantee the worst hour of my day. The work out is so intense that I have had to challenge myself to avoid slipping away to hide in my car until the class is over. You will find yourself running laps and circuit training for 1 hour straight with very little time for breaks. I hate this class, but LOVE it for the same reasons that I hate it! As a matter of fact, I can't wait until tomorrow. read more

The gym itself seems like a great place to get in shape. I had a terrible experience with my trainer Ty Whitley. I purchased 5 personal training sessions on YouSwoop and Ty gave me a "hard sell" before, during, and after each of the 3 sessions we scheduled. I told him I wanted to complete the trial before signing up for anything else. After that I sent text after text and wouldn't hear back from him to schedule my last 2 appointments. I really wanted this to work but he was unable to give me a specific date and time for an appointment; I cannot wait around for days/texts to see if he gets back to me. I found his business practices to be unprofessional. read more

I did personal training here and classes. The services were just okay. When you walk in the door there is no one to assist you and don't even think about calling them no one ever answers the phone. Also, I used one of their trainers Ty Whitley and he seemed more interested in taking my money instead of training me and any progress I was/wasn't making. Also, he is so unorganized I bought 30 sessions and he never kept track of my sessions and was late and qould cancel ALL the time. I'm sure i idnt get all 30 and it was a waste of my money and time. I would recommend that you do not use Ty as your trainer if you go to this place, use any one else and you might have a different opinion of this place than me. Maybe try the owner Mike which seems to be on top of things. read more

I walked in one day thinking maybe I should lose weight. I was about 20 pounds over a normal weight, and I had already bought new pants twice to accommodate my growing waistline. Mike, the owner, gave me a consultation and not only educated me on the technical aspects of why people gain and hold fat, but the most efficient ways to lose it. He prescribed a meal plan and we set up days to work out, and even gave me instructions for cardio when I'm not there. They are very good here. They educate you, work with you, and they have just tons of variations of exercises. Th repertoires consist of a lot of great combination exercises, or a lot of interesting spins on typical stuff. All of them challenging, and all of them effective. The place itself is good quality. The equipment is well maintained, clean, and there's plenty of room for workouts. I ended up losing 5% body fat in the first 5 weeks or so, and again after the next 5 weeks. Then the loss tapered (as he said it would because the body adapts), but I kept losing. I ended up losing the body fat I set out to, feeling better, and gaining muscle mass. The trainers there are all very personable and VERY knowledgeable. I've been a customer for over a year now, and I'm still a very satisfied customer. read more

My Trainer Jason Ollada is awesome! Very peaceful environment to work out in. Everyone is considerate of others.

I Love training with Mike T!!!! He makes me challenge myself and push myself even when he's NOT training me, and coaching me. Mike also knows more about nutrition and how to work out to get the results you want!! He does not waste your time or his. He helped me at a very low point in my health status. I was in such bad shape and was doing all this ineffective stuff to try and get my body healthy but it was making me sicker. I went to Mike and he was able to walk me through everything I needed insofar as NUTRITION AND PHYSICAL ACTIVITY!!! He knows SO MUCH AND WHAT HE KNOWS WORKS!! It's been one year and at 41 years old I have NEVER been healthier feeling and looking!!" Ask for MIKE. I AGREE 100%!!!!! read more

I've been working out with Mike Tootelian for almost 2 years now. I was originally with a trainer in Wrigleyville that would show up late and didn't work nutrition into the training. I made one of the best choices by leaving him and going with 1 on 1 Fitness. He does a real evaluation of your current health and what your needs are to structure the right work out. He's on time, has your true interest at heart and is serious about improving your health. Core training and physical fitness is his focus. He ties in nutrition and goes over a reasonable nutrition plan. I highly recommend him if you are ready for true life changes for your health, body and mind. Fire your shrink and higher a trainer is my mantra. Mike's the best. read more

Really friendly staff. Bootcamp with Martize is amazing, be prepared to get a fantastic workout!

This place is really helping me out. My trainer, Jason Ollada, is really motivational and putting me through workouts that really are pushing me and snapping me back in to shape. I recommend him and this place fully. read more

I have been training with Mike for a few months now and it is one of the best things I have ever done for myself. I have never stuck with any sort of excercise routine in the past but now because of Mike I am fully committed to working out regularly and eating better. He is very good at what he does and truly cares about your progress. Every time I train with him the workouts get more challenging and he pushes me more than I would push myself. I am more toned than I've ever been and I have more energy than I've ever had. I have never found excerice to be enjoyable until now and I am very grateful to have found such a great trainer. read more

Our trainer, Jason Ollada, is a fantastic trainer! He helped my husband and me lose a lot of weight (30 lbs. for me and 40 lbs. for the husband). I am now very fit, and the hubby is getting there too. Jason is punctual, professional, knowledgable, and varies each training session. He instructs on Olympic weightlifting, Crossfit techniques, mobility, kettle bells, strength, functional fitness, interval training, some gymnastics techniques, rowing, etc. We are long-term clients, and are very happy there with Jason as our trainer. The thing about this personal training studio is that all of the trainers there are independent contractors, so arrangements are between you and your trainer. There's no receptionist...it's not a full service gym, it's for personal training. Be sure to work with Jason! You will not regret it! read more

I had a You Swoop for this place to get a nutritional evaluation (didn't get), massage (didn't get) and boot camp (used once). To be fair, it's my own fault for not using the boot camp more often. My rating here is based on the terrible customer service rather than the quality of the training, which I can't really speak to. I called to find out the last day I would be allowed to still attend boot camp. The person on the phone was disinterested and not at all helpful and said the boot camp person wasn't in and he'd have him call me that afternoon (I would think there'd be a computer system that would list the date that I first attended? But whatever.). Of course, no one ever called back. I called again a couple days later and got the same guy who gave me the same response, that he couldn't help me because the boot camp person wasn't there. I said that I had called before and that no one ever called me back. He didn't seem to really care and just gave the same bs response. This time he also mentioned that he was the owner. This blew me away! It's one thing to not care about customer service if it's just a job to you, but if it's your own business, I would think you'd care at least a little. Of course, no one ever called me back. I also tried to schedule my massage which was prepaid as part of the you swoop. The guy told me that their massage person was no longer with them and he didn't know when they'd have someone else. So never got that either. Basically the money spent was a huge waste and the service was terrible. There are so many options for places to work out in Chicago that I would never, ever go back here. read more

Great gym, great concept, and I highly recommend the trainer Steven Evans. I live a few blocks away from 1 On 1 Fitness (1643 N Milwaukee in Bucktown). I originally went here because my 15 year old daughter was staying with me for this 2013 summer and I wanted to get her self-defense classes. I stopped by one time and met someone. He didn't seem like the right trainer for her. I came in a second time and met Steven Evans, and I'm blessed that I did. This guy is a rock star. He was available early in the day and late into the evenings. He was very organized, always responded quickly, was very flexible in rescheduling sessions, professional, etc. etc. I bought 12 lessons for my daughter and she could only complete 10 by the time she had to go back home after our short summer was over. I'm 34, 5'11", 185 lbs, lift weights and exercise approx 4 times a week and wrestled for 9 years through high school. My daughter is 5'2", 110 lbs, 15 yrs old, a really sweet girl and never threw a punch or kick in her life. When I was practicing her techniques with her after 6 or 7 lessons she almost broke my arm (honestly) My daughter absolutely loved this guy, and I think he said he has two teenage daughters himself. He even purchased her pads for her shins and wrists and never charged me, despite my insisting my daughter find out the price and let me give her money to bring to him. He was rough on her and sometimes she would come home with bruises on her wrists. It was awesome (because this is exactly what we asked for). He really taught her how to break a "real" life grip from a muscular grown man as well as a multitude of aggressive blocking and attaching moves to get to safety from an attacker. He even taught her how to notice someone following her without turning around (by looking at reflections in windows) and well as so many other similar type techniques. She was extremely happy with the lessons, is more confident and disciplined, and learned a lot. Every girl should go through sessions like this. Even when she and I goof around now physically she has such excellent balance and her response time is phenomenal, after just 10 lessons. A few months ago, we were cooking dinner one night, a few nights after a lesson, and I attempted to tickle her by surprise like I did when she was younger and she accidentally punched me in the ribs. The response time and natural reflex was impressive. I finished the last two lessons I paid for with Steven. My goal is to integrate a martial arts style exercise regime I can do on my own using a heavy bag and/or other gym bags/equipment. Its great exercise, much better than the running/swimming/biking I do. Steven is great and is pushing me to the max. Great gym, great concept, great trainer! read more

This is a very small gym, perfect for personal training and small classes. I've never taken any classes there, but my trainer Vince is amazing! He works you hard, but never pushes you past your limit. I told him my goal, and he made sure every work out we did not only lead me to accomplish that goal, but exceed it! If you're looking for a trainer, he's your guy! read more

I am now in my 6th month of working with Mike and I am amazed at the progress I have made! I have diabetes and was tired all the time. I had tried personal trainers at some of the regular "chain" gyms like Athletico and was very disappointed. They always were disorganized and seemed to make things up as I walked in for the days workout. I was looking for something to spark my energy and motivate me to get in shape once more. I had driven by 1 on 1 several times and it looked like a nice place. I finally got up the frame of mind to contact 1 on 1 and Mike, the owner, asked me to come in for a free consultation. When I walked in, I knew this was different. Mike worked up a nutrition plan for me and assessed my fitness level and goals. After the 45 minute meeting with Mike, I was convinced that this is what I needed and signed up on the spot. Since then, I have signed up for two more rounds of fun with Mike. I have never been as strong as I am now and I am getting stronger with each week. I love the quiet and comfortable setting. He has his own studio where many times it will be you and maybe just one other person being trained. If you are hesitant to work out because you just don't feel comfortable working out as a beginner when the muscleheads are all yelling and screaming and throwing 100lb weights around like toothpicks, this place is for you. I can work out and never feel out of place. It is truly a 1 on 1 setting. Mike has been training for decades (sorry Mike). When you see this guy and figure out his age (sorry again), you will be amazed. He has a higher fitness level than most 20 year old. You know you are dealing with someone who knows what it takes to stay fit. Mike always keeps things different. You are always working the same muscle groups but you never know what you are going to do next. He changes things up every week and when you add in the functional training, his methods seem endless. This place definitely does not have the assembly line approach. When you are there for your workout, you know that you are not just one more workout in the day's schedule. There is care and attention put into every client's workout. One of the greatest things about this is the price. While not cheap by any means, Mike's rates are very competitive and when you figure in all of the things I have mentioned above, his rates are a deal compared to many of the other trainers out there. And above all, Mike is a real good guy. It is hard not to like him. If you are looking to turn a new page in your life and if you are looking for that perfect setting as a novice to begin to change your life, I highly suggest that you give Mike a call. The consultation is free, so what can it hurt? I think once you are in the place and talk to him, you will be glad you did. I know I am. read more

I train with Tommy who teaches Muay Thai kickboxing. The guy is a beast, he teaches you proper technique and even some history of kickboxing as he does his thing. He is very thorough and makes sure you are engaged and are actually getting a good workout. I come from a boxing background so I had to change my habits a bit, but Tommy went through proper stances, punching movements, and kicking technique... Let's just say I am more comfortable riding the CTA at night now! read more

This was hands down one of the worst experiences I've had with a company. I purchased a Groupon type of deal through them ($49 for 3 one hour long personal training sessions). It took me over a week to make my first appointment as no one answers the phones there. I absolutely that everything is based on appointments and someone is not always there, however, I left several voicemails with no returned calls. Once I got in for my first appt with Robyn, before starting I was flat out asked if I was doing 3 only or would be continuing after my $49 package. My only guess if that she got the impression that they would not recieve more business from me, as I have still (over a month later) only had that one session. I have left phone messages, emails, and a text message to try and schedule again, to no avail. Breakdown: terrible customer service. I was probably going to do a few extra sessions after, but now you couldn't pay me to go there and finish my last two (not that I could if I wanted to). I would avidly refer people away from this company. Go to a major gym, go to a small dinky gym, but don't go here. read more

Please please please do not give 1 on 1 Fitness your business. I was recommended to a personal trainer here through a friend. Things started out great. I bought a bunch of sessions and was going a couple times a week. So I bought some more sessions. Then my trainer started canceling on me or not showing up for our sessions. Then she just stopped returning my phone calls all together!!! I paid for 24 sessions and only got about 13. And on top of it, the trainer told me she was going to program my heart rate monitor and never did and never gave it back to me. I tried for months to get a hold of her. So finally, I called the owner Mike who told me that he can't be responsible for his trainers!!!! Wait, I thought you were the owner?!?! He offered to let me pay to go to another trainer! Umm, I don't think so, getting scammed by one of your trainers is enough. I'm out hundreds of dollars and a heart rate monitor. Please think twice about going to this gym!!!!! read more

I bought a you swoop to train with Ty Whitley. I had the same experience the person about 3 reviews down had. Ty always cancelled, never showed up on time, half of my session I spent on the treadmill and then he just left the building, I never received all my sessions and all he wanted was my money. He did not understand that I wanted to first use all of my sessions from the you swoop and then I would consider purchasing more sessions with him. He claimed to have all these clients and no time and that is why I needed to rush and give him my credit card number. I think majority of my sessions consisted of me fighting with him on how I was not going to give him my cash, check or credit card. I do believe he knows some what of what he is doing but he could not get passed that all he cared about was money. I am someone that is very serious about my health and wanting to improve everyday. I was very willing to stay at this gym long term and purchase personal training sessions. But my experience with Ty was a waste of time and I was better off doing P90x or insanity for free at my own home. I can not work with someone that only wants my money. I need to build a good relationship with my trainer. Ty is not the trainer you want. I normally do not make yelp reviews and complain because I think a lot of this is just cranky people sometimes. But trust me you will experience exactly what I wrote in this review if you use Ty as your trainer. I hope for everyone's sack Ty will read this review and realize he should choose to do business in a different manner. I think the gym itself should probably reconsider having a trainer like Ty work for them. I would think a gym that wants to be successful would know that having a trainer like Ty is putting a damper on the business. On a good note I have heard great things about the owner Mike. The service at the gym could use some brushing up. You cannot get a hold of anybody because nobody answers the phone. Honestly anybody could walk in the door and probably work out because nobody watches the front the door. Overall I will probably never recommend this gym and never go back there. read more