Steph is the best weight loss coach in Chicago!! I went through her 21 Day Challenge and have…read moreworked with her privately. She's not only a personal trainer and yoga instructor, but also a professional life coach. She helped boost my confidence and change the way I view my body - plus I lost 10 lbs!! Thanks Steph!

Stephanie is a sweet, smart, knowlegable, experienced trainer. She is caring and wise beyond her…read moreyears. She's also fun to be around. I highly recommend her!

Michael set me up with David due to his expertise with training athletes as well as his athletic…read moreexperience himself (previously a semi-pro triathlete). The training has been intense but I am seeing amazing results already. I am hoping to get into the best shape of my life and shave an hour off my marathon time. So far so good! Highly recommended!

My experience with Michael Sokol and One-on-One Fitness has been extraordinary. Through careful…read moreinstruction of research and evidence-based techniques in the areas of nutrition, cardio and strength training, Michael has helped me discover my best body ever. He has a relentless passion for health and fitness, and the proof is in the pudding--amazing results. If you're serious about getting in shape, look no further. One-on-One Fitness is the very best out there!! Erin, age 33, Stay-at-Home Mom

I've recently started getting back into fitness and working out, and was looking to tryout a few…read moreclasses before I commit to anything. SWEAT was offering a 7 day free trial for new customers which I found very helpful. They have a range of classes that target specific body parts, like the Arms & Core workout or the Butt and Legs workout. They offer classes almost every part of the day including before and after work hours. I even saw a few classes that start at around 5:30am. They have two different and convenient locations around the city and I believe you can attend classes in both location if you are a member, but I'd call and ask just to double check. My first time was at the Gold Coast location. It was a little confusing to get to at first, but when I saw a bunch of people in sweats and gym bags going down to a basement, I was able to finally locate the studio. There is no front desk or anyone to greet you upon entry. I had no idea where to go or where to place my bag. I had to ask a few people before a nice lady that's a member there helped me out. There are OPEN lockers right outside the studio (and yes there's only one studio), so I wouldn't bring anything valuable just in case. They offer free towels and you can just dump them into a laundry basket when you're done. The studio itself is large and can fit about 25-30 people comfortably. It has weights, treadmills and a bunch of other workout gear that are used during certain classes. Now here's the deal - These classes are not easy pace. They go quick and it's up to you to catch up. The instructors will try their best to help you out, however, they have an entire class to attend to, so sometimes you won't be able to get the help you need. I am not a very active person, so I was not able to catch up AT ALL during the Arms & Core workout class. It seems like classes are very advanced and target people that have already been on the workout train for years. As for someone who is just getting back on track, these classes are not for you. On the bright side, they do offer personal training, so I might be looking into that. FYI - the only contact you can have with a representative is through phone or email. I was very interested in these classes before I actually tried them out, and when I expressed that to the representative through email, I was automatically charged for a membership right after the 7 day free trial ended. I was able to get a refund though, but I was a little upset that my card was charged without my permission.

Walking into the building is pretty weird as it is an empty floor with a Kitchix fridge and a…read morestaircase leading down to the gym. You walk into a lounge area where you can view an active class and see what type of exercises you'll be doing. Each day has a particular work out so that you can go on different dates and not work the same muscles. The locker rooms are a bit weird with a long hallway to hang your coats and stick your bags in cubes, not lockers. The locker room has two showers and two closed off bathrooms. They have spray deodorant, hand soap in both bar and dispenser. The room is small, so if you have a class ending or beginning, it can get crowded. There are small cubes to put your personals as well. Once in the class, they have a lot of weights, ropes hanging from the ceiling, row machines, Ski machines and high boxes to jump on. The classes are made up of intervals so you are grouped with a few people and rotate to another set of exercises. The classes I've been to so far with Joey and Ally have been tough, but great. I try to keep up and not feel intimated by the people that have been coming here for a while, but trust me, no one is looking at you. Everyone here is trying to work on their physique and at the end of this class, you are guaranteed to sweat. The music is always great and is loud to get you going. I can already see a difference with my endurance, strength and physique.

Other than the price, nobody has any reason to give Equinox Gold Coast Chicago anything except…read more5-star reviews Love the location, the fitness services and am happy to pay the membership price for the best gym anywhere as I travel for a living and I may use any of their clubs I go primarily for their excellent lap pool

Visited Equinox Gold Coast as a guest for the day, and overall it felt like a very corporate-style…read moregym. The facility itself is clean, and the equipment quality is definitely up to date and in great working condition. The cardio area was well organized and spacious enough to move around comfortably, which I appreciated. Decent size for any Olympic type of lifting or just regular strength training. I did not take a class, but they offer classes like cycling and yoga. They also keep you in the loop with online ads and updates about special offers, which is helpful if you're considering a membership. On the downside, the staff seemed pretty busy, so it was a bit hard to get help when needed. The locker rooms and bathrooms also felt crowded, and the lockers could be bigger, but you can still manage to fit your things if you pack smart. Overall, a solid gym with modern equipment, but the crowded locker areas and less personalized attention made it feel more average than exceptional.

I have been training with Tracy for just over 4 months, and am incredibly happy with the progress…read morethat I've made to-date. I feel stronger, sleep better and am seeing results too! Tracy keeps me challenged and motivated by incorporating new / different exercises, and also has helped me to improve my form and technique (thank you!). I still have progress to make, and look forward to continuing to work with Tracy. Overall, Chitown Trainer is great because they come to me (and arrive on time!) and are extremely flexible in working around my schedule. I highly recommend Tracy and the Chitown Trainer! Excellent quality and experience.

For 2 years received excellent exercise services from an expert trainer. The trainer left ChiTown…read moreTrainer for a new and better work opportunity. After his exit, I was never contacted with an offer for continuation of services. I tried contacting ChiTown by email and phone. I never had a response. I had recently made a payment for future services. Half the amount was used and $500 was left on the books. I requested a refund and received no response. Repeated efforts via email and phone calls were ignored. I did not receive a refund to this date and finally received a form letter saying no refund could be given per company policy. Do not use this service. Do not agree to their pre payment policy. ChiTown administration is short-sighted, not client friendly, and not to be trusted to work in your interest or it's own long term well being.

I hate strength training. I hate lifting weights. I'll do cardio for days, but if you ask me to…read moredo I squat, I will throw a kettle bell at you. I love Sarah so much, that I pay her to come to my house twice a week for squats, presses, lunges, and dips (I call it torture, she disagrees), and a lot of laughs. I've worked with a few trainers over the years and I've never been as strong or as committed to getting stronger than I am now, and it's all because of Sarah. If you want to have a great time and get strong while you do it, Sarah's your girl.

If you are looking for the best trainer ever, you'll find it in Sarah, believe me! Her workouts are…read morealways different and fun, she is motivational, and she'll always look at you as a whole - workouts, nutrition, supporting text messages! She accommodates to my schedule and my pace - never pushing me too much or too little! She is the only thing that keeps me healthy through my hectic schedule! I can honestly say that she not only helped me get way fitter, but also healthier in general - I'm much happier with my body and mind :) I would not think twice about recommending her to anyone - it's the best thing I've done for myself!

I worked out here for almost 2 years before moving cross country. When I first came in I was 260…read morelbs. and not far removed from weight loss surgery which helped me get down from 360 lbs. I felt overwhelmed and anxious about the whole thing but my trainer, Alex, quickly made me feel comfortable, as did the owner, Chad and the rest of the trainers there. I lost a further 50 lbs. and got in the best shape of my life there. The workouts were always custom tailored to my exact needs and Alex was extremely patient with me and my limitations. I also spent a few months working out with John who was just as great. These guys are highly educated and know what they are talking about. I recommend them highly to any age or fitness level. I also felt the prices were very reasonable and that the gym was never overcrowded and always immaculately clean. 10/10

Small group training studio and workout at its finest. Loved the space, equipment, staff, and…read moreworkout. It's very structured and easy to follow while also being able to make accommodations as needed. Instructor was very knowledgeable and had a great playlist.

I've been working out here for about 10 months and I love this place. I can confidently say I've…read morenever been stronger or in better shape. You can probably find cheaper gyms but you will not find the high level of coaching, the well maintained equipment and the incredible community that you will get here. The workouts may seem intimidating at first glance but the coaches will help you scale them to a level where you are pushing yourself every day. I'm so glad I have easy access to this gym!

One word Legit. This gym will get you swole and also has a solid group working out together. Three…read morelevels total with Olympic options and many interval training. They have this win coach with a thick British accent that can really push you. I don't understand half of what he says but it's like James Bond is your coach. Definitely check it out when you're in town. They are also set up for COVID protocols because of their size