I absolutely love it here. The workouts are fun and challenging, and modifications are provided as…read moreneeded. Everyone is super welcoming-highly recommend.

I live nearly an hour away and I make the trip to the studio twice a week because the classes are…read moreTHAT fun and effective. Talented instructors, great playlists, challenging/customizable formats, a warm community, and an owner who's committed to providing the highest quality of experience. I can't say enough good things. Love, love, love Studio Elevate Fit. Especially Jill P's Elevate on Tuesday and Friday mornings. Such a blast!

I have been coming to Blue Sky Yoga for kickboxing and yoga since April of this year and I…read moreabsolutely LOVE it here. All of the instructors bring unique teaching techniques to each class, keeping the classes engaging. Angie, the owner, is so high energy and brings so many positive vibes to each class - think Poppy from Trolls - I highly recommend taking her Monday morning class! The best part about Blue Sky is that everyone becomes a part of your extended family in such a short period of time. I love being a member here!! The only downfall is that there is only air conditioning in the yoga room, so I often found myself skipping kickboxing classes when the temperature crept towards the 80's and 90's, because I have no wish to faint during an exercise class. Other than that, you're truly missing out if you haven't scoped out this studio yet - AND THE FIRST CLASS IS FREE!!

This is the only studio in town that offers a free weekly community class. If that isn't enough to…read moreraise your curiosity, you haven't looked up the cost and schedules of other studios nearby. THIS IS THE ONLY STUDIO THAT OFFERS A FREE WEEKLY COMMUNITY CLASS. Blue Sky is worth checking out. It's a small studio storefront on Cook, near the shuttered Runners Edge store. You can park in the back or on the street. Your first class is always free. I tried a yoga class and then took advantage of the October special - $25 for a week of unlimited classes. I tried kickboxing, hot yoga, warm yoga, and I brought my husband and daughter in for a trial class as well. Bottled water and snacks are offered for a voluntary donation. Free small towels, use of mats & props, and free hot tea as you leave. Lexi Wynn yoga bags, yoga accessories and jewelry by local artists are also for sale. I've been in a rut at my gym so I checked out Blue Sky to see if mixing things up might get me motivated again. I tried & loved the kickboxing class because you are actually kicking and punching a bag. There is nothing as satisfying as finally getting to your workout and finding that your jab/uppercut has some oomph to it! Angie, the owner, teaches both kickboxing and yoga, and I've appreciated the sense of community she is trying to build both by being a resident of L'ville and business owner but also in taking the time to get to know her clients (by name) and connecting clients to the community. This month she was taking donations of gently used and new bras to donate to The Haven. Next month will be donations of non-perishable food items for the food banks (and free Friday Happy Hour yoga with a food donation!). She also offers some fusion classes, and family classes that would be great for parents with younger children. Prices are very competitive. And, a little secret. You can share a multi-class pass with family members! I actually had no intention of sharing my pass with my daughter and husband, but what a deal! My only fear? Blue Sky classes will get so full I will need to get to class early to save a spot! No worries. Just tell Angie that Kathy sent you. And save me a spot if you go!

I really wanted to like this place, but my experience has been disappointing. I felt pressured to…read morepurchase a large amount of branded products ($400) because I was told I couldn't use anything else in their saunas. Scammy- it's a yoga mat, and a towel but I can bring in any kind of water bottle, headphones and my cell phone.. That didn't sit right with me, and it made the sign-up process feel very sales-heavy rather than supportive. The staff during my visits seemed young and unprofessional at times. The front door is extremely difficult to open- it's like broken.. and they have a special system to get in which is fine but fix the door! . . You're locked into a year contract for $54 a month. If you need to freeze, you can freeze for $9 a month (funny you have to pay even if you have medical restrictions limiting you for a month or so). . Cancelling will run you $100 plus the $9 you paid for the month you couldn't be there. (Even with medical restrictions/Dr notes the $100 fee still applies) It was just $$$ out the window. I was a sucker. Also- they only showed women instructors and women were primarily the only ones at the gym.. so I felt a little more comfortable but FYI this gym allows men and women.

This place is amazing I love the staff they always do a great job of explaining things and making…read moreyou feel comfortable. Most people have an issue with cancelling but it's usually because they want to get their fees waved for whatever reason. HOTWORX does not play favorites they are fair in all they do, they explain that there is a 6 month billing commitment, after that you can cancel at anytime to avoid cancellation fee. I find that the people who enjoy it most are the ones who are consistent and with the workouts planed out and scheduled all you have to do it literally just show up no excuses. 24/7 access unlimited classes, this place is great you sweat in half the time of a regular workout. This place is always being well kept staff is always cleaning and always very positive. BEWARE people will try to find a reason to discourage HOTWORX yes they only allow HOTWORX branded materials main reason being the saunas reach a very high temperature and the material are made to insure they don't melt. But your health is an investment they also have a rental system if you can't afford to buy your own materials which is really nice. Try it for yourself!

RPM is awesome! The workouts are SO hard but in a good way. Heather recommended a myzone heart rate…read morebelt which really helped me challenge myself. The gym is so clean. If i ever walk in feeling sleepy or hesitant i always walk out feeling energized and grateful that i dedicated time to myself

I joined RPM Cycle/Heather's Gym about 2 months ago after I had been working out consistently for…read morejust over a year- but felt that I had hit a plateau. I can't say enough good things about the classes at both locations, the instructors, and just the overall "vibe" of the gym. All of their classes are very inclusive of all physical levels, but they also give you that extra push to let your body try things you didn't even believe it could do! I look forward to my workouts a lot more now, and I love the feeling of knowing once I'm in a class that someone will be motivating me to give it my all! (even at 5:30am some days)

We went to a 6yo birthday party there this past weekend and it was clean, well set up, and the kids…read morehad a blast! Most importantly, there were staff spotting the kids, coordinating games in an organized and structured way, and helping out in the party room. Would highly recommend this location!

This may work for adult fitness, but I don't think it was good for a kid's birthday party. All of…read morethe apparatuses are way too advanced for them. It's basically parents walking around hoisting their kids onto equipment that is behind their scope, and then having to hold them. There were no organized activities, save for the dodgeball game at the end. Even then, you couldn't even hear the instructor give directions. They would be better to have microphones. Instructor didn't seem like she was enjoying herself at all (no smiling). We started out in one area and then moved onto the next. My kids were bored in 10 minutes. They therefore went back to the first area, only to have an employee scold us for going back there because "it was already cleaned for the next group." We had no idea they were getting ready for another party. Again, it would have been better to politely say in a microphone prior to moving (so all can hear) that "we are moving on to another area and to not go back to the former as it's being prepared for another group." When we got to the eating area, one of the employees was so intrusive with the bussing of the table! She kept reaching out under *everyone* to get every little wrapper, juice box or a plate that appeared finished. For the love of God! This was so aggravating and other parents noticed as well. At least twice I had to tell her that my kids weren't finished. You couldn't even set something down without fear it would be taken right away! Another thing I found rude is that the employee announced coldly that the kids "couldn't get the cupcake until their pizza was finished." What the hell? This was not enjoyable at ALL, and my 2 boys (7 and 8) did not like this place one bit. We felt shoed out the door. Suggestion: Have employees who actually interact with the kids with organized games. Employees need a microphone as well, for announcements. Smile and cease the cold and demeaning comments. When in the eating area, PLEASE let parents and children eat in peace. Clean up afterwards, not during!!

I've been going here, twice a week, for a year. This is the longest I've stayed with any fitness…read moreplan. At 65, I'm the strongest I have been in my life. And my wife thinks I look pretty good, so there's that, as well. The workouts are fast (less than 25 minutes) but leave you feeling like you've just had one of the most challenging workout. Kevin, Jim, Nate and the rest of the staff are knowledgeable, encouraging and professional. The studio is clean and organized.

Since I joined the Exercise Coach four months ago, I am healthier and stronger…read more After a referral from my sister, I met Coach Kevin for a session and immediately knew this method would work for me. I like the data-driven approach of a 20-minute session. Compared to the previous weight lifting and cardio exercises I did, Exercise Coach has been much more effective in the same four-month time period. Utilizing the data-driven targets keeps me focused and they challenge me to keep getting stronger, unlike most other gyms or fitness centers. The transformation for me has been not just physical but also mental. I knew when I began, I needed to lose fat and build muscle because I wanted to be stronger. A few weeks in, I joined the Metabolic Comeback Challenge and roughly lost 2% fat and gained the same in muscle in 30 days! Excited about this, I set additional goals including the monthly loss of 1% fat and a gain of 1% muscle. By focusing even more on nutrition and using the data to more effectively change my body composition, I have increased my strength and this anchors me mentally. I am more and more committed to this new body as I see less fat and more muscle! The overall studio environment is extremely appealing. Even when there are a few clients in the studio there is plenty of space and all equipment is immediately cleaned after use. My coach provides helpful tips and checks on nutrition progress, as well as my overall well-being. I told Coach Kevin recently that I am so grateful for Exercise Coach, especially for the accountability. If you are looking to get in shape with a structured and supportive program Exercise Coach is the way to go!

They put you in contact and they don't work with insurance companies . For that reason I don't…read morerecommend this fitness center.

If I could give this place more than 5 stars, I would. I went here for a 7 day trial and I just…read moreneeded a gym to workout in because I was only in the area for a short time - I spoke to Pat and felt welcomed immediately. Super nice guy and even with a mask on, I could hear the enthusiasm and see the smile on his face. After only a brief time at this gym, I wish all anytime fitness clubs were set up like this. Everything in this facility is like a brand new car haha & the set up of all equipment is pretty well-thought out, in my opinion. The gym is also kept super clean which is very important nowadays. So if you wanna see why I'm hyping this place up - I highly recommend you check it out for yourself because out of all the gyms I've been to - this gym has all kinds of equipment that I think is top notch. If I'm in the area again, I will definitely be back!

I love going to Lakeview fitness for the morning water aerobics classes. The staff is so friendly…read moreand people are not at all pretentious like they can be at some fitness centers. I never feel like I am being judged. Everyone just is so supportive and positive.

I know most gyms claim they're a judgment free zone, but we all know that's not always true. Being…read morenew at a fitness facility can be EXTREMELY intimidating, but the staff AND clients here are all so warm and nonjudgmental. I've loved every class I've taken, and I know I'm getting a good workout as I leave sweaty and breathless and I'm sore the next day. They have classes for every BODY. It doesn't matter your fitness level, you'll fit right in here! I've yet to use their other amenities at this facility, but I'm looking forward to using their upgraded gym and sauna area in the near future once my schedule permits. You seriously cannot beat the cost at under $60/month membership and $10 drop in babysitting, or $30/month babysitting for during your workouts (see schedule, as they're only able to offer babysitting during certain times).

My daughter and I recently took dance lessons at the Ballroom Center to prepare for our…read moreFather-Daughter dance at my daughter's wedding. We wanted to do something a little different than the ordinary, that involved a combination of slow and fast dances (e.g., a mashup). We worked with Dasha and she was both brilliant and amazing. She choreographed the whole dance with us, all the while taking into account my very limited dance skills. She made the entire process fun and memorable for my daughter and me. And she helped put together an epic dance that my daughter and I will never forget. The wedding is now 2 weeks past and we (and others) are still talking about it. Thank you Dasha and the entire staff at Ballroom Center for helping us, and for providing such a supportive and encouraging environment. We can't begin to tell you how much we appreciate it. ~Ed

Fantastic instructors! Enjoying learning better dance form. Very positive and welcoming dance…read morecenter.

I have been attending Becka's boot camp since Nov 2017 for 4 days a week. Her workouts are about 45…read moremins long, and include anything from Tabata style to CrossFit-like sessions. What I love most is that she provides Polar heart rate monitors to wear during the workout, and your heart rate zones are always projected on her TV in the gym. This is helpful when you're trying to not only get fit and burn calories, but get heart healthy, too! It's an excellent benchmark to see how far you've come, as well. She has a clean gym with tons of equipment; free weights/bar, dumbbells, medicine balls, ropes, jump ropes, resistance bands, TRX, rowing machine, pull up bar, boxes, you name it- she has it! Becka is wise beyond her years in nutrition and fitness. Most personal trainers focus only on your form and weight when you attend. She cares so much more about you than your weight. She encourages you to set attainable goals, and be more in tune with your well-being. She's gentle, kind and so knowledgeable! I'm so happy I've found her, and that she's just down the road from me, too! Give Becka a try, she offers a free first week, free coaching and workouts online, too! The perfect fitness and nutrition package is right here in Grayslake!

I've been working out with Becka for the last two years and it has been awesome! She has helped me…read morelose 30+ lbs and keep it off. Her approach is very personalized, she pushes you to that next level and tries different styles of exercises to keep it interesting and fun. I would highly recommend Becka to anyone that wants to lose weight, tone or just get in shape.