My kids have been taking tennis at North Shore Racquet Club, which they love, for many years. Due…read moreto their limited classes and loooong waitlists they wanted to supplement elsewhere and we had heard great things about Glenbrook Racquet Club. We set up an eval for my 2 oldest kids (thanks Beth) and they were placed in classes. They find the classes to be easier than North Shore Racquet Club, which may be a leveling thing. They do like that they are small classes and say that the instructors are all great. They've also been doing privates with Mo, who is such an amazing instructor. I watched my son's lesson one day and was so impressed with the feedback he was getting and he has a really fun, positive attitude too. I'm doing a lot of outdoor tennis right now thanks to this gorgeous Chicago fall we are enjoying, but when it's time to hit the indoor courts I may see if Mo has time for me too! They have agility classes here too, which I think look amazing. I've been trying to convince my kids to try them, but so far they just want to play tennis. The front desk can be slow with returning emails and they don't always answer the phone, which can be difficult when it comes to scheduling makeups, etc. They do have a makeup email alias, but I"ve yet to get a response when I've emailed it and usually just call until someone picks up. Overall, it's a great club and I can see why it has such a good reputation!

Moved to Chicago last fall and shopped some tennis clubs before I landed at Glenbrook. The members…read moreand staff are amazing. Highly recommend for great drills and plenty of match options!

We provided services for this company in good faith and submitted invoices for payment. Despite…read morerepeated requests and ample time to resolve the matter, the invoices remain unpaid. My experience has been extremely frustrating due to the lack of follow-through and professionalism regarding payment obligations. I always prefer to handle business matters privately and professionally, but after exhausting those efforts, I felt it was important to share my experience so others can make informed decisions when considering doing business with this company.

Long time member of this "hidden gem" (one of its marketing taglines) tucked away in Glenview…read more Think of Valley Lo as a low/no-pretense country club that is SUPER family friendly and even family ORIENTED. Wonderful dining -- casual attire but a nice menu; phenomenal service, and plenty of TVs and an activity room available to keep kids occupied. Tennis. Paddle tennis (one of the biggest programs in the US apparently, with a relatively recently rebuilt paddle hut that is spacious, well appointed, and has a regular bartender). A well appointed and maintained fitness center with personal training, classes, massage, and all of what you'd expect at a fitness club. A four lane 25-yard swimming pool that is surprisingly underutilized much of the time...and also features a kids' swim team that has become competitive among the North Shore programs. 18 holes of par 3 golf -- fun, family friendly, and again, without the pretense or expense of a "big time" golf club...and still with leagues, lessons, and events. The real showpieces of the Club, though, are the beach and lake open from Memorial Day through Labor Day (sometimes a little earlier and a little later depending upon weather). Sailing. Kayaks. Pedal boats. Paddle boarding. Swimming (some triathletes train by swimming around the lake -- it's about a mile around). Catch and release fishing (mostly for the kids). An adults-only area. A super casual beach cafe. Unsurprisingly, servers who'll deliver soft and adult beverages to your chair. A recently launched outdoor bar that complements the outdoor dining, weather permitting, in the warm weather, with lovely views of the lake and surrounding areas. Along with that, there are myriad family oriented and adults-only events, from bingo nights (really -- and they're a riot) to a "turn back the clock" New Year's Eve party where "midnight" is nine pm to the expected holiday events (gingerbread houses, caroling dinners, St. Pat's, Easter, Mother's Day, Father's Day, etc.). Breathtakingly good and popular 4th of July fireworks (usually on the 3rd) on the back nine of the golf course -- this typically draws over 1000 people and, along with many of the other events, features kids' activities like games, small rides, face paining, etc. Among the biggest draws is the youth sports camp which is as brilliant as it is well executed. Drop the kids in the morning; pick up in the afternoon. They get exposure to a variety of activities and sports and get fed. Counselors tend to be teenagers who are well trained and lead the events; the camp is run by a seasoned professional whose approach is to sneak in ideas of character and sportsmanship along the way. The clubhouse and grounds (golf course, beachfront) are great spots for a wide variety of events including corporate outings, family parties, prom dinners/photos, and weddings. Through the years, Valley Lo has maintained itself well and made significant investments to keep up and improve its clubhouse, athletic center, paddle and pickleball facilities, and now golf course. It's welcoming and inclusive -- while it is a private club that requires sponsors, it's not a draconian and super selective process like some country clubs, and tends to welcome all comers. Economics are considerably more attractive than big time golf clubs as well. We've been members for more than 15 years, raised our kids here, and have come to know and love the team ("staff" always seems demeaning to this reviewer) and the membership. If you're not a swanky golf club person but prefer something less stuffy and more fun and family oriented, Valley Lo should seriously be on your list to check out.

Between me and my kids I think we take tennis at most clubs in the North Shore. We've taken…read moreprivates here with Maria Fernitz who is fabulous when it comes to teaching both kids and adults. It seems to be easier to get a court here than some of the other nearby clubs (ex: North Shore Racquet Club) and it's always pretty quiet. In fact, there's many Friday mornings (during this pandemic) where we've been lucky enough to have the club to ourselves. The billing system is a little confusing. They invoice you and if you do a semi-private lesson with a few kids they can't seem to split the cost. Sometimes they invoice me and sometimes my son's friend so there's lot of consistency. We figure it out between us, but would be great to just pay for half the lesson each week, which doesn't seem to be an issue at any other club. For example, I take a lesson at Northbrook Racquet Club with 2 other friends and they split the cost between us at the front desk. Overall, been pleased w/ their covid protocols from masks to hand sanitizer at the front. It's also an easy drive from our house in Glencoe. I haven't taken any of their classes or from any other instructors, but Maria herself is 5 stars.

Instructors here are great, especially Andrew and Daryl. My 5 year old goes here and so do I. I've…read morenever picked up a racket in my life and I must admit I'm pretty good after just 8 weeks

Tiptop Training takes place at Glenbrook Racquet Club where my kids take tennis lessons. I've been…read moreadmiring these workout classes for kids for awhile, which I personally think look a lot of fun. I keep suggesting my kids try a class to improve their fitness levels and also help with their tennis game. For months their response was "No way- that looks too hard." Then their tennis instructor (shoutout to the amazing Mo at Glenbrook) suggested it to them and they asked to try it! I'll never understand why they listen to other people over their own mother, but thank you Mo! I spoke to Mindee who was as sweet as can be and when I explained they were a little nervous and we decided to start with privates. My daughter and son have now each done 2 privates with Nathan and they absolutely love it! He's working them hard with things they really need help with - balance, coordination, core strength to name a few. Nathan clearly makes it fun for them because they come out with a big smile and want to go again! I purchased a 10 pack of privates and then will consider finding them a class if we can find one that works with their schedules. It sounds like you have to commit to the same day/time weekly since Mindee said going consistently is how you improve your fitness, but summers are a bit more flexible so hoping to do a lot of drop ins when they are in town this summer. I can see why so many kids like this and get so much out of it. I wish I could join the class myself!

My kids train here and absolutely love it. The environment is high-energy, supportive, and focused…read moreon real skill development. It's been incredible to watch their agility, footwork, and overall confidence improve with every session. Coach Mindy and Coach Nathan are both amazing--knowledgeable, encouraging, and genuinely invested in each athlete's growth. Whether your child is just starting out or looking to gain a competitive edge, TipTop is the place to be. We couldn't be happier with the experience!

Huge sports center run by the Northbrook Park District. This facility has 2 NHL sized ice rinks,a…read morepro shop,swimming pool,meeting rooms and a snack shop. We came on a Saturday afternoon to see our grandson play on the Glenbrook North hockey team. Plenty of parking is available.

This is a well kept facility even though it is older. We watched GBN vs GBS compete for JV Hockey…read more The JV games between GBS and GBN are considered major, high-stakes matchups, often viewed as second only to the state championship in importance for players.

Wouldn't let me play solo and had to wait to be paired in a foursome! Couldn't even start on hole…read more2. Expect to be put in a foursome regardless if you're playing alone, with a partner, or two others. "Course rules", apparently. Nice course, other than back to back greens designed to save space.

This place is ridiculous. They charged me 48$ to WATCH my daughters high school golf match…read more Last year the same course would not allow my 10 year old nephew to watch a match. I will never play here again. Just ridiculous.

Life Time at Old Orchard is a great gym with excellent equipment, a wide variety of classes, and…read moreclean, modern facilities. The pool, basketball courts, and family amenities make it a great option for individuals and families alike. The only reason I'm giving it 4 stars instead of 5 is that it can get very busy during peak hours, and the premium membership price is on the higher side. Overall, it's a well-maintained fitness club with plenty to offer, and I'd recommend it to anyone looking for a high-quality gym.

I came in for a tour and had a horrible experience. The person providing the tour was uninterested…read moreand couldn't answer simple questions. I did not feel welcomed, nor did I feel that this location would provide a top-tier experience.