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Zumba With Lisa D

Zumba With Lisa D

(15 reviews)

5 Stars Easily (Cue…read morethe Violins) You know how sometimes you dread going to exercise class? Or once you stop going, it's hard to come back? I had to stop going to Zumba for several months (*tear) But as soon as I cleared post-partum and doctor gave me the OK, I went running (well, not really running) back to Lisa D's classes! (cue the Latin beats, cue the Bass) Zumba with Lisa D remains one of my favorite forms of exercise. And really, with the energy in the room and the awesome choreography by Lisa D, it doesn't feel like exercise. Lisa's routines are fun, her cueing is excellent and her energy is contagious. It's fun on so many levels. And since we're talking levels, the newcomer need not worry, you can take the class at any level of intensity, low or high impact, mild swinging of hips to all out booty shaking. The rhythm IS going to get you. And while I just quoted an oldie but a goodie by madame Estefan, the music Lisa uses is awesome--a great mix of current music, salsa, samba, meringue, swing, country, old skool--everything for everybody! She has recently expanded her class to Wednesday mornings at the DeForest Dance Studio in Elmhurst and I love the new digs. There are also many Zumba events she hosts--check out her website for the current events. Come to class, I dare you to complete a class without smiling at least once. I love Zumba with Lisa D!

My Zumba instructor is cooler than your Zumba instructor. No, really. I'm pretty sure. I've had a…read moresampling of at least a dozen others and they just don't compare. There is something unpolished and cheesy about a significant number of them. Lisa D. keeps it real. She knows her stuff and shakes it like a salt shaker. I've been going to her group sessions for a year now and I've been upgraded from White to Latina. And while I've managed to drop over 35 pounds by attending her classes 2-3x a week, I've still kept my booty. Again, Latina I tell you! Seriously! You will be hard pressed to find Zumba that works you as much as Lisa's. Zumba itself incorporates many different styles of dancing, but she brings with her previous experience in yoga, hip-hop and turbokick, to name a few. You're getting a little sample of everything and working each muscle. Not to say that you won't get a decent workout with other instructors, but I just haven't found them to be as hardcore. Hate to say it, but she makes the rest of them look sloppy. Her moves are purposeful and precise. In the year I've taken Zumba, I've seen her misstep MAYBE a handful of times. She's extremely accurate and a genius with her dance routines. And while some of the moves are complicated, she executes them cleanly enough that anyone can follow if they pay attention. Almost all of her cues are visual, which I find to be quite refreshing from the happy-happy-joy-joy cheerleader shouting type teachers. I feel completely confident in giving another five sexy stars to Lisa D. and her Zumba class. I would have fallen off the weight loss wagon months ago if it weren't for Tuesdays, Thursdays and Saturdays at Addison Ice Arena. I just don't think it can get any better. Well, except for when her and Zumba instructor Tom Lafser's* powers combine. *http://www.zumba.com/profiles/53877/thomas-lafser

Midtown Athletic Club

Midtown Athletic Club

(73 reviews)

I'm honestly disappointed with the level of service at this club. The staff attitude is very…read moreunpleasant from the kitchen to the front desk. In person they often come across as arrogant and not very welcoming, which is already uncomfortable for members. Today I also tried calling for help with a simple question, and the person on the phone refused to assist me. For a place with membership fees at this level, people expect a much higher standard of service and professionalism. It's frustrating that I can't even cancel my membership right now because it's the beginning of the month and refunds are not offered. Overall, the experience has been very disappointing.

This is proof that people do leave good reviews when deserved and its time I give credit to this…read moreplace for turning my experience from once difficult into now "Amazing" Have been a longtime member of Midtown, originally in Willowbrook when I was married and live close to the Club. After divorce , I moved to the northburbs with the kids joined Midtown for several months, and ultimately had to move to Wisconisn. In moving I had a lot of trouble exiting the contract, but this was several years ago. When I moved back to Buffalo Grove in 2022 checked out other area fitness clubs, Sky Fitness, LA Fitness, etc... and yes Midtown in Palatine which is a 15 min drive. I was most impressed with Midtown again, the remodel was excellent, the new locker room, new steam room, outdoor pool is huge and amazing, the fitness equipment is new and always available and never overcrowded, the personal trainers are longterm employess of the company, and very professional and experienced as a result, the food in the cafe is affordable and delicious and the gals in the cafe work hard and are good cooks, the new work area with tables with ports for your equipment is set away from the cafe and worlkout area and perfect to work, eat, then head to workout, and it all starts with the entry desk. Nick and the girls upfront are truly amazing, always greeting everyone with a friendly smile upon when entering and exiting the facility, they give you a real sense of belonging..... I'm very happy that I rejoined Midtown, the experience far exceeded my expectations!!!

CrossFit Rise

CrossFit Rise

(28 reviews)

This is my second CrossFit box since joining the evil empire, though I travel a great deal for work…read moreso I have dropped in on many. Justin is straight up the best CrossFit coach I have ever encountered. His knowledge base is off the charts and his patience for people like me that are still working to perfect movements is a breath of fresh air. You won't feel like an idiot if you have a higher than normal learning curve, and he knows how to push you without putting you into situations that can lead to injury. If you are a new person just starting CrossFit, you should consider yourself lucky to have him to teach you the ropes. The facility itself is friggin massive. The largest box I have ever been in and it is well organized and kept tidy. One of my principal issues with my old box was how cramped it could be with larger classes but that has never been an issue at Rise. Programming is offered 6 days a week and there is open gym and Yoga offered on Sunday. There are 3 types of classes offered including 'fitness' for beginners, 'performance' for intermediate levels, and 'competition' for the elite athletes. The programming at Rise is quite challenging and there is a much greater focus on weightlifting than my previous experience elsewhere. They do occasionally offer boot camp style classes that are basically CrossFit minus a barbell, but I would suggest to everyone to just get over this initial fear and take the normal classes. It won't be long and the barbell will feel like another appendage anyway. There is a small locker room for you to change and take a shower if you are hitting up the box before work, and the front desk offers the usual FitAid and similar products if you need a post workout pick me up. The community aspect CrossFit is noted for is alive and well at Rise. The last person finishing is just as important as the first one, and you can expect a degree of camaraderie and bonding among your classmates if you show up regularly. Overall, Rise is a great option for CrossFit for any skill level. I plan to keep coming as long as they will have me.

Updated review: I…read moreended up hurting my knee here Fell off the rings funny and the gymnastics pads for landing were no where to be found. They were willing to pause my membership but refused to refund. I'd expect a bit more attention to members especially during covid and social distancing Also when I signed up, one of the owners had my credit card registered under her. It ended up auto billing me for a second month. Took almost a month for her to fix and remove having my credit card information. They are friendly but seem to just lack general care of members otherwise

Diva Dance - cardioclasses - Updated May 2026

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