High quality courts. Get there early as there's usually a wait…read more I found the court and hitting partners on joinplaytennis.com/chicago

Lake Shore Park is a large park in Streeterville. There are tennis courts here, as well as a…read morewalking/running track, and a small playground. There's an adequately sized field house which has fitness equipment, rooms for meetings, and even a gym. It once was an armory during its back and forth between being owned by the state of Illinois and the city of Chicago. These days it's abutted by the Museum of Contemporary Art on the west side.

Anyone who is looking for basketball coaching for their son or daughter, must check out Hoopademix…read more Coach Marpray Monson is extremely knowledgeable. Great with kids of all skill levels but particularly with serious basketball kids.

From the owner: "At Hoopademix, our mission is to make a transformational impact on the lives of youth across our…read morecity. We have developed a program that combines instructional basketball with academic and personal mentorship. Our organization reaches across the entire spectrum of social and economic backgrounds; we enrich the lives of every child in HD by bringing together communities, families, and athletes from all across CHICAGO

They advertise free one day experience at gym . Then they charge you $35. Be aware of their false…read moreadvertising.

I was disappointed with the club. I was a member for a few months with a good deal and had planned…read moreto come back in the winter if there's another good deal. The advertising for non member events are very restrictive and former members are excluded from non member events. I was informed over the phone by Jason and I think that its false advertising that its open to non members with unwritten requirements. There are some good deals in the winter and the gym was clean but once you are not a member, some of the staff do not appear to be very friendly or have customer service skills. I guess they don't want my business or return business again. I want to be part of a club where the staff is friendly and helpful whether or not I am a member.

Nice and warm pool. $42 per 3 months omg this is "awesome". I love the swimming pool water…read moretemperature ohh soo good for me.

I go often with someone for no reason…read more We just use the swings. I love swings but he goes too high sometimes freaks me out. It's right by a Starbucks so you can buy a drink and swing and talk. Perfect! A little small and sometimes sketch balls hang. They really are disgusting, no offense to them. So im glad i go with someone. Anyways. It's fun to let out you inner kid. Play. Get fresh air and sun!!! And swings work your legs! High five swings!!!!! There's a slide and jungle gym and stuff. And like wood chips all over. The brainiac told me they are treated with carcinogens to not decay...then I tell him to describe a movie or repeat something he said Don't say hi if you see me or look at me I'll flee, btw dead serious

For the love of god, please play better music. Nothing worse than unbearable radio pop blaring…read morethroughout the facility. The last thing I want to hear is "Honey, I'm Good" by Andy Grammer blasting my ears off at 96 decibels while I'm trying to workout. Other than that, the Ray is the best.

Facility is super nice. Weekends and summer are basically a children gymnasium…read more Good luck trying to get a swim lane to yourself on the weekends as every lane is used up by parents and kids goofing off.

Great facility open year around BUT CLOSED FOR SCHOOL…read moreHOLIDAYS! Spa and sauna are super nice. The rec app says there is a Pilates reformer but no classes to sign up. Testing to find out if true.

**UIC Swim Classes: A Budget-Friendly Option for Kids**…read more We enrolled in UIC Swim Classes for our 1.5-year-old and found it to be a solid, budget-friendly option. At $22 per session, the classes offer structured swim lessons at a more affordable rate compared to other local options. There is a chill vibe that works great for a 1st learner, but the level of rigor is lower than Goldfish so we switched there once we got off their wait list. Classes are sold in 5 week packages, and reschedules are not typically allowed. The class structure follows a set sequence of exercises. Instructors are friendly, but engagement is inconsistent. While they guide kids through various activities, the level of encouragement and feedback varies, with some instructors mentally checking out after providing initial directions. The UIC facility itself is quite nice - The water is comfortably warm and there are changing areas. Parking is available but paid for a few dollars. Note that your access is restricted to within 15 minutes of class time, so don't go too early. Though there are fewer opportunities for underwater practice and confidence-building dips, the parent/tot classes are primary about getting your kid comfortable in water. Overall, UIC Swim Classes deliver decent value for the price, though parents seeking a more intensive training that will get kids swimming faster may want to explore Goldfish.

Super cute park. Walked around with my dog to see everything this park has to offer. Surprised to…read moresee tennis courts, swimming pool and baseball fields. The little free library was stacked with books. I ended up borrowing a novel. Excited to get back to this park to play some tennis.

This park is super cute. Not super crowded in the evening so it's a nice place for a picnic or a…read morechill place to hangout. It looks like the facilities are well kept and the pool seems to be the main attraction but I did not check it out.

Just here to update my previous review. Still a very very good gym in the city (or should I say…read moreclub) - with everything you really could want for an entire day..,.work out? Check. Lunch? Check, swimming, tennis, golf, childcare, the list goes on. You can even get your clothes cleaned and your car washed. One drawback is the price. It is very pricey (with rates going up in 2026).., I don't really want to think about how much more I'm paying since I joined. However, I've easily spent entire days here swimming and working and working out so I guess I can't complain too much. Their spa is also great though it can get busy and in the summer the pool is a total scene (and packed). New locker rooms are underway (men's done and women's getting close) with new features and upgraded lighting and fixtures. Worth it if you don't mind paying for the amenities (and be careful with the house charge account ... it can get surprising!)

Great facility! There's so much to do and see. I'm here with my friend who teaches water aerobics…read moreand stretch. I decided to try some food since there's a cafe here. Since I'm a bit under the weather, these are the items I chose. Attentive server. Beautiful room!

Portage Park has become one of my go-to spots to stay active. I jog here pretty regularly, and the…read morepaths are smooth, open, and easy to loop depending on how long I want to run. Early mornings especially are peaceful -- fresh air, open space, and just a solid environment to clear your head. I also play pickleball here, and the courts always have a good energy. They can get active, but I've never had any issues. People are respectful, games rotate smoothly, and it feels like a positive community vibe rather than chaotic. The park is well kept, clean, and just overall reliable. I've been coming here consistently for runs and games and have genuinely never had a problem. It's one of those neighborhood spots you're glad to have nearby.

Come play sports or just chill in this big park in the neighborhood named after it. In this popular…read moregreen space are numerous athletic fields and a playground among other stuff. Portage Park is big enough to go on a pretty long nature walk. Also it's popular for photography and other events. The park has a massive Olympic size swimming pool that has hosted competitions and trials. Best thing about this area is this beautiful green space that's the center of the community. It's got something for everyone. The athletic facilities and fields are the most well known. So many to choose from. These include five baseball fields, two football or soccer fields, and six tennis courts just among the stuff you can find outdoors. Has two fieldhouses. Of course there's also the swimming pool. This has hosted the Pan American Games and also the 1972 Olympic Trials. Also there's an indoor one that's heated. There's an interactive water play area popular in summer. A lot of after school and youth programs are offered. These include gymnastics and woodcraft. Boxing is also a popular program offered here. There's been many who went on to the Olympics and professional careers after being taught. Some come to this park just to get outside. There's a bike path and nature walk if wanting to get easier exercise without using balls and stuff. Good park for all kinds of activities. It's located on Irving Park Road. The CTA station is a ways away, but buses go along this street pretty often, even on weekends.