I got introduced to Edgewater Athletic Club via a swim program they host…read more Pros: - They have a nice sized pool that has several swim lanes for beginner swimmers and more advanced swimmers. - The staff member at the entrance was very nice. He was always willing to loan me a towel every time I visited. - The swim program is setup every well! It took me a few rounds to land a spot because it's very competitive but it was worth the wait. The instructors are very knowledgeable and helped me feel more comfortable in the water. Cons: - The pool is cleaned monthly and you can really see the difference of it being recently cleaned vs collecting whatever in the pool. - The locker rooms could use an update and a deep cleaning. I wish they had a mix of short lockers with the full sized lockers so we don't have to stuff all of our items into multiple lockers when it gets colder outside.

I've been here a couple times for swim class for my infant. The facility is small but not bad. The…read morepool is good, and the equipment looked well-kept. The staff member who was there when we visited was always friendly and charmed by my little one (not the only reason I liked her!) and always had a mask--in June 2024 when most people have abandoned masking. The location made it near impossible for me to get to swim class so I'm going to have to look for another option, but if it had worked out I would have been happy to continue using this facility.

This is a great place to get strong. I work with James and he is very knowledgeable and…read moreexperienced. Whether you are a college athlete or a new lifter trying to get fit, you will get a personalized work out and be challenged. Welcoming and motivating atmosphere. (p.s. - don't know why Yelp thinks I'm in San Francisco - this review is for Iron Bear here in Chicago)

The trainers care about your well being and health. The facility is Clean. Great vibes throughout!read more

Best trainer ever! Gives me a daily diet plan, shows me how to work different muscle groups, very…read moreknowledgeable by the way, he's flexible with my schedule, and trains anywhere u want him to...justin rocks!

Anyone looking to get in their best shape, Justin is your guru! He's taken 25 pounds off my body,…read moreand given me years back on my life. His app has made my gym experience better than it's ever been.

I have written so many reviews about this particular establishment but it's because there is no…read moreplace like this gym. V-Tone has always had a special place in my heart. I started working out here the summer of 2020 during a time fraught with uncertainty, and since then, I've been working out here since. It has what many commercial gyms lack... a community. This past year I moved away from the Rogers' Park to the suburbs so I haven't been able to come here as regularly as I'd like, but it's because of this gym as well as the community of RP that I am moving back in a couple weeks... that speaks to how special this place really is to me. I cannot stress the importance to bring awareness to small businesses. It's what makes Rogers' Park so unique to other neighborhoods in the city. Thank you Nestor and Lana for keeping this gym for us and the community. It truly is an amazing place and I will always support these guys!

This is our neighborhood Gym, the one closest to my place. I'm very happy and grateful for V Tone…read moreFitness space. I feel there's enough space and gym equipment including a separate area for stretching. I've taken showers there and its fine. I just wish they had a sauna, but I have not seen any. Overall I give V tone Fitness a 4.5 out of 5.

I really enjoy working out at Bezz. It's a small gym (compared to the box gyms) with a solid…read morecompliment of machines, squat racks, dumbbells, and cardio equipment. I like that I can get in, get my workout done, and get out. If I ever have to wait for a machine it's only a few minutes. The staff are friendly, the owner is passionate about making the gym a place where people want to workout. I'm glad I have a neighborhood option that isn't a box gym.

Ask 10 people their reasons for seeking out a personal trainer, and you will undoubtedly get 10…read moredifferent answers. For me personally, I've found that working with a trained professional helps keep me motivated, but most importantly, focused on my goals. Muscle maintenance is only one part of the equation. Preparing my body for and embracing changes caused by the ageing process is why I continue to work out with a trainer. I've trained with Jorge from Bezz Training Club for about a year. Our workouts are a combination of strength maintenance, flexibility, range of motion, stretching and balance. The space is as comfortable for a one-on training as it is for any of the group classes offered there. Bezz Training realizes that all people learn differently and at a different pace. As a classic kinesthetic learner, my trainer has to demonstrate and allow me to participate at the same time. If your form is off on a few of those reps, rest assured, you will be corrected! The culture of Bezz Training Club is solid ,cohesive, and non-judgmental. Staff all have a passion for fitness, are enthusiastic, dependable and motivational. And last, but certainly not least, BTC offers free parking in the building. This is the place you want to train if you're serious about getting results

Awesome gym. It's small and affordable, but they have everything you need. I like that they don't…read moreplay music over the loudspeakers until 10 a.m. (I don't know why more gyms don't do this, everyone has their own headphones these days.) Also, unlike other gyms that have tricks and fees and make you jump through hoops to cancel or change your membership, EFC is very customer-centric. No tricks, no hoops to jump through. Good gym culture. People re-rack their weights and wipe down machines. Very happy here.

I've been going to this place ever since they opened in the neighborhood. It's clean, has a wide…read morevariety of machines and well-maintained equipment. If you have never considered working out with a personal trainer, I highly recommend it. I was skeptical at first but quickly found what a great motivator it is to have someone expecting you at the gym and there to lend their expertise and undivided attention. Once they get to know your limits you will have the best workouts of your life. We never challenge ourselves as much as a professional who knows what we can do and can't do. There are many group classes however, I've only taken advantage of the candle-light yoga, which is something else that previously was not in my comfort zone but have really enjoyed.

Rachel has CHANGED MY LIFE and my way of thinking about my approach to eating and living a healthy…read morelife! Working with her is an enjoyable experience! She brings a positive attitude, creates an extremely comfortable workout environment, and makes you feel that you can be open and honest your real life goals! I would tell ANYONE and EVERYONE to get her in your life!!!!!! You'll feel like a whole new person!

From the owner: Let's face it - sometimes you talk yourself out of going to the gym. Sometimes you have that cookie…read morein the middle of the night. At Step Up FNS, we have the solution for hectic schedules and expanding waistlines. We offer customized in-home personal training, group training/fitness classes, and nutrition counseling services to the Chicago area. Best yet, we understand how to make diet and physical activity work for you and we do it in a fun, friendly, and non-judgemental way! What are you waiting for? Step up to the challenge!

Orange Shoe has been my fitness "home" for a few years now, and I can't speak highly enough of the…read moreplace. The staff is credentialed and knowledgeable, always providing modifications for chronic or short term injuries I have to deal with. They're also great at helping to correct my form and actually teach me how to better my strength training with each visit. The small class sizes guarantees attention from the instructors, so you won't ever feel left out or left behind. Finally, they're a great addition to the neighborhood. Not just by providing a business that we were lacking, but Orange Shoe is truly a great neighbor and gives back through various ways. The trainers "share" clients so if you usually see Rich on Mondays, but need to reschedule to Friday when he's not working? No hard feelings, they'll get you in to see somebody else. This client-centric approach is also a gamechanger.

I have been a member of Orange Shoe Personal Fitness in Andersonville since May of this year. I…read moreparticipate in group training sessions and recently have added 1:1 training. Since joining, I have lost 20 pounds, have built strength and am seeing noticeable definition I did not have before. I am extremely pleased with the results I have achieved so far. All of the trainers are EXCELLENT. The environment is professional and non-threatening with varying degrees of fitness levels. The trainers work with you where you are at in your fitness journey. Everyone there, trainers and fellow clients alike, want you to succeed. It is a terrific environment. Scheduling sessions is easy on the app and I think the monthly cost is extremely low given the fact that you can participate in as many sessions, most 30 minutes, that you would like, each month. Thank you to Paul, Dan, Jason, Robert, Nichole, and Ford - you are all AWESOME. I should add ... I am a 57-year-old man, proving it's never too late to get in shape.