Almost to my 100th class! I started in January 2025. Obsessed with it all. The environment is calm…read more& smells amazing, to the most amazing instructors! The owners have created a beautiful place that makes me want to go! Every one of my classes have been different, from the positions to difficulty! It has been fantastic. I visit both Orland Park & Lagrange locations.

THE best of THE best…read more The workout: A serious burn that is low impact and melted away my aches and pains from marathon training. My core strength would not be what it is today without staying consistent in Pilates. I have the instructors to thank for my strength! They're motivating, encouraging, and keep the class FUN. The studio's aesthetics make it have a luxury feel and is very inviting space. The vibe makes me excited to come back! Whether you're experienced or not on the reformer, CLEARLY is where it's at!

It's always fun visiting studios in other cities! Whenever I book a work trip, I look to see what…read moreclasses I can take while I'm staying local. There weren't many intermediate or advanced pole classes I could drop into at Rising Goddess (mostly seems to series over a few weeks) so I took an intermediate hammock class instead. Easy to book but bummed that the level changed from advanced starting the week I was there. I was given the grand tour when I arrived. This is a MASSIVE space! Love how many pole, aerial, and dance rooms there are, as well as a kitchen for special events. Everyone was super friendly, to the point where I had to excuse myself from conversation because I was a few minutes late to class. Oops. Audrey was the instructor, and she taught so many fun and accessible combos! Not sure when I'll be back in Oak Brook again but would love to take more classes in the future.

What a fun experience! Came here for my friends birthday outing and we were able to do aerial and…read morepole dancing. I had a great experience and our instructor (her name started with a T - we came on a Friday night) was so friendly!

I like how this place is set up. The classes are small and I appreciate the Senior classes that…read moreare set at about 35-40 minutes which IS A PERFECT length of time for us Seniors. I will be signing up again after a brief illness had me sidelined for a bit. Owner, Chris is great and the members are friendly.

Talk about a full body workout!…read more The team here is excellent and the owner Chris is one of the nicest people I've ever met. Members are equally nice and I can see why community is one of their biggest selling points. Working out is hard if you're not in a routine. It's all about Staying consistent and having accountability. The team here give you specialized coaching and help you reach those fitness goals, whatever they maybe. Workouts can be intense but at the end of them you're on a bit of a high. Workouts range from about half an hour to about an hour. I think they have a free trail so you can check it out and see if it's for you, which was really nice before I committed to paying. They have various packages based on sessions. It's a bit far for me to commit to the unlimited so I like that I can get the 4 or 8 sessions and pop in a few times a month to switch out my workouts and keep it interesting.

I love trying different studios and really love this one! The vibe is so calming and the front desk…read moreis very friendly. The instructors are great and they always have open spots for any class I want to try. I tried this place for the first time 2 weeks ago and have gone back consistently since then. The locker room is huge and everything is so clean. Definitely can see myself becoming a regular here.

I love the classes here. Especially the ones that have low lighting. Great instructors too.read more

This is the perfect workout place. Good equipment and lots of it. Clean and also supplies towels…read moreand sprays for disinfecting. People are there to work out.......friendly atmosphere, though, with friendly people. I work out with Wes......have been with him a long time. He's terrific......knowledgeable, demanding (in reason) and makes the time go by fast. I always resign with him because I like the results

This is a family owned and operated gym, which helps to create a very unique vibe. There is a very…read moreconnected, neighborhoody feel about this gym. This atmosphere, which has been cultivated by owners, staff, and area patrons, is difficult to replicate in a big-box, chain gym. Aside from the overall vibe, I like that the people at Elite are upfront with regard to their pricing. There are no guessing games. Their rates are listed on their Web site. They also offer a ten punch card so you can try out the gym before you make a commitment. Those who workout at Elite seem to be connected members of the local community. I find that the clientele is friendly, respectful, and fitness-focused. Lastly, the gym is located in a very cute area of Western Springs. There are several local businesses nearby that you can visit before or after a workout. It's also important to note that parking has never been an issue for me at Elite.

As a guy, I wasn't quite sure what to expect initially from Pilates - but what I've learned from…read morethe talented and experienced instructors at the Pilates Core is that this body conditioning system can be truly transformative and, despite current stereotypes, is not just for women. There are plenty of articles that explore this in greater depth, but suffice to say that I've really enjoyed the physical challenges and rewards of Pilates. I HIGHLY recommend the Pilates Core, whether you're just starting out (as I did 18 months ago) or if you're an advanced practitioner. The Romana's Pilates-certified instructors are friendly but also push/motivate to maximize your workout. When I started, I was pretty strong but really inflexible, and they've been able to focus on developing greater flexibility as well as core strength development. Why do I continue to study at the Pilates Core? -Romana's Pilates Certification: In short, I trust that my instructors are experienced, educated, and authentic. -The Results: In combination with a change in diet, I lost more than 30 pounds (5'10", went from 190+lbs. to 160 lbs.) after beginning Pilates, and have developed greater core strength and increased flexibility. I owe a lot to Pilates, as it reinforces the body-mind connection and has been a major component of my health-conscious lifestyle. -The Value: Again, this is authentic Pilates, and I'm fortunate to be able to study under such a quality program. I see myself continuing as a lifelong Pilates student.

The Pilates Core is outstanding! All of the instructors are certified in Romana's Pilates, which is…read moreessentially the truest form of Pilates. Romana Kryzanowska was a student of Joseph Pilates himself (his protege); therefore, the Pilates taught here is extremely true to its original form. (Beware of Pilates classes at gyms and rec centers--they are often NOT true to the original.) The Pilates Core offers classes (mat, reformer, and other) at varying levels as well as private instruction. I have done both and found all of the instructors to be very attentive and friendly. They will challenge you but will also be mindful of your needs. I originally started Pilates here to assist me with physical therapy for an injury - not only did I get stronger and healthier, but I got hooked! I've been a student here for over 3 years now. Pilates is an extraordinary way to get stronger, leaner, and healthier. I think it's great regardless of your athletic ability, gender, size, or even if you have had an injury--they will meet you were you're at and you'll progress from there. I have never felt better, and I owe so much of it to The Pilates Core! They also have plenty of evening and weekend availability for those of us with day jobs, and I have found them to be extremely accommodating in terms of scheduling.

The instructor was fabulous. The instructor was very friendly and attentive with me as this was my…read morefirst restorative yoga class. The experience was calming. The studio provides everything you need for props. It's not necessary to bring or buy props in order to make the class. At the end of class, you are able to use the aerial prop as a cocoon to create the most peaceful and soothing experience.

After a long search to find a studio that offers aerial yoga, I was pleased to find Rise and to try…read moreout a class. I was an aerialist for five years, but I have been out of practice (and out of shape!) for the better part of the last three years, following the birth of my youngest. Because I have lost a great deal of strength, finding a studio and instructor who can scaffold instruction is important to me. Rise, and owner/instructor Carrie delivered. The aerial flow class is adaptable to all levels of strength and experience. Carrie breaks down poses and demonstrates to ensure all students understand the mechanics of each pose. It was easy to feel comfortable and confident, and to feel some muscle memory returning. I signed up for a membership and look forward to adding these classes to my fitness regimen. Check out the membership options. The rates are significantly lower than other studios! Check out the schedule, as well- there are plenty of classes throughout the week- Barre, yoga, pilates, and aerial.

Currently in the midst of my free two week trial...they offer to all new students! It's pretty nice…read morebecause it's unlimited meaning can go to any classes and any of the 3 locations. I'm on track to complete 17 classes during this time. All of the instructors I've practiced with have lead a nice class. Of course there may be some personal preference differences in terms of music selection or flow, but there are enough different times and instructors to be able to pick and choose which class you would want to go to. I enjoy the variety they offer in terms of types of classes. I lean towards yoga sculpt, HIIT Pilates, and the 90 min traditional. Restorative I enjoy, but unless I was an unlimited member I may not partake in. There's tons of parking. The women's locker room is pretty roomy and has some nice amenities if needed. Recommend it, if you're in the area.

When I moved to the area about 10 years ago, I started practicing vinyasa at YBD Wheaton, but…read morehaven't practiced in a few years. Recently I had a rare, coveted weekday sans children, so decided to treat myself to a yoga class. I still had an account that was easy to get back into when I signed up online for the single class. I normally do virtual yoga at home weekly, but decided to mix things up and do a Traditional Hot class, which I also haven't done in a few years. Before the actual class, I brushed up on the 26 poses. On the day of the class, I wasn't necessarily greeted warmly, and it seemed assumed that I was familiar with the studio and knew what I was doing. After introducing myself and explaining that I was new to the studio, the girl at the front desk was more friendly and welcoming. I also met Erin, the instructor for the Traditional Hot class, and she nicely showed me around. The class itself consisted of obvious regulars, which was interesting. I like that Erin gave clear instruction, correction, and tips both indirectly and directly (i.e. positioning support). Overall, I liked her as instructor and found her very informative, especially since Traditional Hot is not in my normal practice. Overall, I enjoyed the class and got a heck of a workout that I felt for days afterwards. The only things that I weren't a fan of was that she was very insistent on open eyes (I use yoga as a way to center and calm myself, and usually [unconsciously] close my eyes); she gave about 3 verbal reminders of open eyes during the practice. Also, she seemed to a little overtly correct me with some balancing poses that I was obviously struggling with. (I have Hallux Limitus [limited movement of my big toes] and degenerative arthritis in my feet). During the class, I continued persevering and modifying on my own, but was admittedly wobbly at times. I think that Erin was probably trying to be encouraging, but she was unaware of my physical limitations. I think that instructors might want to keep that in mind when interacting with students: someone might have limitations that are not readily apparent. I enjoyed mixing up my yoga practice with the Traditional Hot, but would probably continue to stick with YBD1 or 2 for any future classes I may attend.