After about 3 or 4 months of membership, I can easily say Iron Mine is the best gym I've ever been to. I've been lifting since I was a sophomore in High School, and no gym compares to this place. The people are very friendly. There are some massive guys, and some average folks. No one ever so much as gives you a side eye. Everyone minds their own business, yet still finds time to say "hello" and "how are you". I've never felt as immediately welcomed as I did here. Joe, the owner, is a real stand up guy. He gives it to you straight and clearly loves his business. It also adds something special to your experience seeing the owner workout alongside you. You certainly won't see that at XSport! Joe actually believes in his product. He's also in crazy good shape, so this definitely isn't one of those small gyms where the owner has a beer gut and talks about how he USED to look. The facility is outstandingly clean. The price is unbeatable, especially for a 24hr location. The gym dog that the website speaks of fits right in with the atmosphere: big and strong, but ridiculously friendly. If you like to train and you like to train hard, this is the place for you. There's no lack of motivation here. If you can't get a great workout in here, you just can't workout in general. The process in terms of memberships logistics (signing up, changing payment type, cancellation etc) is ridiculously easy. As I said before, the owner is a stand up guy. He lets you know from day one that this isn't the type of place that makes that stuff difficult. My only complaint? Being a member here has made it difficult to find another gym that even stacks up to this place. I've been spoiled! If I didn't have to leave to such a far part of town, Joe would easily have me as a member for life. read more

I've lived all over the world and I've trained in hundreds of gyms. Am I a pro. Heck no. I'm actually a clergy and one thing I believe in strongly is physical health and spiritual health go hand in hand. If you want a commercialized, easy going, "don't hurt my feelings type of place" then Iron Mine isn't the place for you. But if you want to be surrounded by people who can inspire you, who actually care day in and day out about the well being of each of their clients, (whom they actually know by first name), Iron Mine is the place for you. You don't need flashy equipment or a "spa" date when you go to the gym. You need sweat, grunts, loud music, iron and metal and an atmosphere to pump you up and piss you off as you lift. Come in and check it out yourself. They have everything you need without any gimmicks. Sure its smaller but who needs a massive floor plan with limited weights and no real effort. They even have a dog who makes sure you're working your ass off!! read more

If you're looking for a health club facility where you can take a casual swim and sit in the sauna for an hour while hash tagging "getting it done", this place is not for you. You're here to STFU and train, nobody will bother you but only encourage your efforts in becoming a better you. There are no frills, thrills, bells and whistles when coming here besides the hard work of the owners and members that set foot in this place. The environment is hardcore. They are constantly adding equipment to target every muscle group while still having everything one would need to train. People know you by name and not a number when coming here, and treat you with the respect you give. If you're tired of that overcrowded gym and want to become serious about your efforts in improving yourself, I strongly encourage this gym. read more

This is an amazing gym. I've been a member here for about a year, and the atmosphere is phenomenal. People who want to work on themselves come to this gym. People who are seeking the next steps in achieving a better version of their life, come to this gym. Even the owners make a point to know everyone who has a membership, and they support first responders and military. This gym is designed for people who want to do work, and all of the equipment has been hand selected by the owners. Nothing matches and that's what tells you that this gym is the type of gym where a lot of thinking and experience has gone into every piece. There's not another gym in Chicago that creates this type of atmosphere. read more

I've been a member at Iron Mine Gym for more than a year. Iron Mine has everything you need to get a successful workout in without any of the extra fees and loads of paperwork that other gyms require. I can say that being a member makes you part of the Iron Mine Family. The owners and members are genuine and interactive, which gives you that family feeling. I'm always excited to see what comes next as they are always updating the facility with machines and equipment that you wouldn't find at any other gym. Iron Mine definitely stands out in the fitness community. I recommend trying it out rather you're in the area or just visiting. read more

I am new to yelp but this place made me want to make a review. I've been to plenty of gyms in & out of Chicago, big & small. I must say Iron mine gym is the only real gym on the north side of Chicago area. I am done with the big corporate places that are full of lies to suck you in....iron mine is none of that, from the staff to the other members, the equipment, the cleanliness, 24/7 hours & feeling like I'm family in there is unbeatable. Don't be fooled by Xsport employees posting fake BS reviews about IRON MINE, go see for yourself. I am a member and will be forever. Thank you Joe at Iron mine for doing what you do! Rock on read more

This gym is absolutely outstanding! The manager who runs the gym knows his members by name, takes time to get to know them and does everything he can to accommodate them. I personally appreciate the fact that the gym is NEVER crowded. I never have to wait for a machine. I am comfortable in that gym and don't feel judged and enjoy talking with fellow members. I tend to avoid crowded gyms because I feel as if I'm being judged and everyone is looking at me. Every time I go to the gym it is never crowded, no more than 10 people there from my experience. I have not had a bad experience for the past 7 months of being a member. read more

I'm visiting from California and was in dire need of a place to train. I searched up some local gyms and this one caught my eye. Once I flew in I spoke to the owner, Joe, and he welcomed me with open arms despite only being in town for a few days. This place is much more than a gym, it's a community and a family of a bunch of different people from different walks of life that love fitness whether it be bodybuilding, powerlifting or to just stay in good shape. Thank you Joe and the Iron Mine Gym family for showing me amazing hospitality. read more

Although smaller than commercial sized gyms, this gym provides more more than essentials. I've been here several times and never once was it a bad experience or did I have an ineffective workout. Great friendly staff with good working equipment along with art running along the walls to motivate just about anyone to get through their lifts. It's never crowded and most of the people there are there with a purpose. I recommend this gym to alot of my fellow lifters and they've all loved it. read more

I have been working out for the past 12 years and have tried all the gyms. The vibe, the equipment, the owner, the members, the trainer (Marlon, the literal best), THE GYM DOGS...this place has it all. Not to sound dramatic, but Iron Mine has literally saved my life. I wasted a year spying on it through social media before I walked in and signed up. It's been almost 3 years. We moved to the burbs but my husband and I still drive out. This is our second home and we love it!!! read more

Definitely happy I signed up. I'd much rather give money to businesses that need the support and will probably be canceling my XSport membership at some point. They're a tad small now but it's never crowded and they have all the equipment needed to get your workout done. It has that older, more rustic vibe to it which is preferred for myself and I look forward to going every time. Now that they have reached capacity I'm excited to see what expansion plans they have! read more

I've been to all sorts of gyms. Iron Mine is the better version of all of them combined. Small gym with everything you need to build a better version of you and always improving too!! The manager is very friendly and outgoing; willing to help any future members obtain their goals that much faster than any other gym out there. Very affordable, 24 Hours, not crowded, equipment always available, and so much more!! If you're not a member here, you ought to be!!! read more

Terrible gym with a terrible owner. I was looking for a great gym and decided to check this place out. They would not honor my coupon I found and then One of the people working out decided to mouth (go somewhere else). I decided to research the gym and found out the part owner was a racist bigot who has bullied people on Facebook and has caused a lot of trouble in people's lives. I wouldn't support this place if it were the last gym on earth. Ps. 3 fold read more

I have been going to this gym for about a year and this is a great environment to reach your personal goals. All the equipment you need and they are always making additions to make it the best overall gym in the area. Does not get crazy packed and I am always able to pump out a quick workout. I've personally tried many gyms and clubs and I have to say this is the best gym for the price you pay. Owners are cool great communication overall. read more

Great gym! The staff is really nice and it exceeded my expectations for a gym. Unlike xsport, its cleaniness is phenomenal and Iron Miness gym equipment is QUALITY & NEW and not the reburbished trash with bent bars that were never replace in my years of being with xsport etc. Also they support veterans & law enforcement with discounted rates and programs like Lift for the 22. And absolutely love the gym pupper, always greeted with love read more

This place is my 2nd home, everyone here day or Night makes you feel safe, welcomed and gives off positive energy!!! Personal me I'm a night owl and work crazy ass hrs and am becoming a 1st responder and want to not only be in the best shape for that but I want to get in with hopefully one day competing not only with powerlifting but also a few wellness shows. This gym made me realize that I can achieve those goals and go higher! read more

I live in the area and couldn't be luckier to have a gym like this in the vicinity. I was working out at X Sport by the HIP for a while but was never really impressed with the staff or facility. When it came time to find a new gym to join, the choice was simple for me when I found Iron Mine. Joe, the owner, is a stand up guy and incredibly friendly/knowledgeable. Overall great place to do what you need to do. read more

One of the best and most hardcore gyms in Chicago! This gym is full of amazing and motivating people, you can't walk in this gym and not leave satisfied! There's multiple people there to help if you were to have any questions! The owner is an awesome dude too, very knowledgeable and very kind as well! I definitely suggest to try out this gym and you could even stop by and grab a one week pass to try it out!! read more

Awesome gym with great energy. Really nice equipment and really cool environment. Also glad about the good music they have playing in there. The Owner Joe is really friendly and he took care of my buddy and I when we came to try out a new gym. We had a great lift and I definitely will be returning with the intent on buying a membership in the near future. read more