Great programming. Evan is a great tennis coach--patient and fun. Love Jenny's strength group and the community built between the women! read more

Midtown is the place to be - I absolutely love the facilities and scene, the tennis and Pilates classes, and as far as one-on-one personal training goes, you can't get any better than Ryan Yates. He conducts each session with a wonderful disposition and commitment to pushing you the right amount so you can meet your personal goals. We are so lucky to have found a place like Midtown! It is in a league of its own. read more

Midtown Athletic Club - Tennis Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

Midtown is fantastic. I can play tennis and paddle and eat healthy food and swim indoors and outdoors and workout. And a great drop-in childcare facility for when we need it. Coach Ryan Yates is the best...he comes in every session with a thoughtful personalized workout, and my strength and mobility are better than they have been in decades. read more

Great for all levels of tennis, I am a beginner and have had great exp with cardio tennis and with tennis classes, Evan is great; love the locker room, and love Ignite class with Ann. read more

Midtown Athletic Club - Tennis Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

Sarah N brings the best energy to my day! Her enthusiasm and technical expertise are unmatched!

8 people on one court is a terrible experience and wasn't able to improve my game. We literally got one shot every 10 seconds better to just book a court and play by yourself no need of coaching. read more

Coach Amy is a superstar. She is very attentive and offers actionable insights that have improved my play. Her practices are well run. And her professional demeanor - warm and focused - could serve as a model for other coaches. read more

Evan is a great coach. Really patient with beginners. As a left handed player, getting the form right can be tough but he adapts to make it easier to understand. read more

Evan S is a fantastic tennis coach! He is great at teaching fundamentals of the game and providing constructive individual feedback in a group class setting so that you can improve week over week. And the classes are a lot of fun. :-) read more

Amy Pouba is one of the most dedicated, knowledgeable and helpful coaches at Midtown Chicago. She is always present and gives 150%.

The good: 1. Great facility and amenities 2. Indoor tennis (monopoly) 3. Amazing restaurant with good prices and really good food 4. Sauna and steam room 5. Plenty of exercise machines and programs for work out 6. Last but not the least, despite all the negative reviews I think the staff is amazing and deserves kudos The not so good: 1. For the price, not really worth it when you consider you have to pay additional $$$ for tennis, Pilates etc 2. Multiple people have shared my observation that the yoga program is below average and my partner attended one class and never went back because of an abrasive the yoga instructor. Overall if you have additional $$$ and don't mind paying more than what you are getting (like the Bucktown housing market) then you will certainly enjoy this place. If you're looking for something that makes sense from a value perspective then there are other options. read more

Awesome place. I play tennis there, use the gym and even pilates which is my membership. Huge facilities, nice courts, nice gym, nice instructors, nice lessons. Very satisfied. My only qualification to change the rating to 4 stars is that their billing/finance/etc. processing is a nightmare. They charge too much and then you must go back and straighten out the books now and then, that is no fun with such a good place. read more

Surprised I never finalized my review for this club. I found this club during the end of the pandemic and it was a much welcoming space. I have the opportunity to take tennis and no time lessons at this facility. As part of that package I got to try out the gym for the day in which I had lessons on. The tennis program is really phenomenal so many great tennis pros, plus a racket club right on-site. I like that they have indoor and outdoor courts. The indoor courts are very bright and no complaints at all. For the rest of the facilities I was able to try a dance fitness class and then also a barre class. Both instructors were top tier. It is really easy to check out all the different classes that they have to offer as they have a really good application system for scheduling. I really enjoyed that in addition to workout spaces, strength based conditioning spaces, boxing spaces, yoga room, etc ... There is a social aspect to the club. They have a full bar and limited type kitchen but it's a really nice area just to even work or relax if you just want to be around people but don't necessarily want to be at an outside function. The pools were really nice here they have indoor pool and a rooftop outdoor pool. I will say that sometimes you got a little chaotic during family swim time. I was able to enjoy the hot tub however I wish they would have required parents not to let their kids splash around in the hot tub at times. In addition to all the other things they have at this facility they have a full house salon and one of my favorite things to do after working out was to hit the sauna and the steamroom. I really enjoy this athletic club and if it was more in my price range I would join. I totally see how you could take good advantage of all the benefits that it has to offer to include an attached hotel. Members get parking in the garage so parking is not an issue. read more

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I have been a member at Midtown Athletic Club for over 10 years. I have watched this club grow and expand throughout the years. They are always striving to stay on top of the latest fitness and wellness research. The new wellness program that has been integrated has been amazing! Amy Chase and Richard are a dream duo in this! The instructors are top notch! Ann Stehr, Nicole Belica, Ally Shanahan, Sarah and Derick are leading the charges full force and offer some amazing classes! They are all experts in their field! Alex Johnson at the front desk (Even though I have not seen him in a bit)? Always is there with a friendly face and always is willing to help out with members problems and questions! Val is always a friendly face and there for any members questions and concerns. She has been a great addition to the Chicago location! I appreciate all that midtown offers myself and my family read more

Club has gotten to expensive truthfully. I wouldn't tell anyone to join here. New manners have no members. They nickel and dime you on everything. I have a lot of friends here, so I keep coming, but it's definitely not worth the money. You can get way better value elsewhere. read more

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I came here as a guest and was blown away. This gym is gorgeous! Felt like a hotel with all the amenities in the world. Comparable to Equinox and superior to Lifetime. This gym is 3 stories with indoor tennis courts, spa, indoor and outdoor pools/hot tubs, multiple workout studios for pilates, yoga, and group classes, multiple free weight areas, a restaurant, bar, cafe, and more. Not only was this gym stunning, it was clean. It didn't smell like a sweat room. There were no dust balls. I checked out the free weights on the third floor. My only feedback is how busy the gym was. It was hard to find a spot to grab some weights and do my circuit training. Afterwards, I joined WERK a group class. The instructor was on fire! I loved her energy and would come back to this class if I lived in the area. After class, I joined my friend and her girlfriends at the restaurant. I got my aperol spritz on with a cheeseburger. Food was fantastic! If I lived in the area, this would be my gym for sure! read more

Pretentious, rude, and staff not accommodating at all for any special circumstances. Total money grabbers. It's a shame bc the club itself is very nice. read more

The classes are so full I cannot get in to them. Swim lanes are full every time I try to go. For the amount I pay, I cannot use the facilities as I would like. read more

Facility is great, was a member when they first opened the location. My partner wanted to give this place a shot, and I occasionally come to use the golf SIM The problem lies in the staff. I've experienced poor service as a member AND guest. Definitely would not recommend read more

I've been a loyal Midtown member for several years, but I've finally had enough. Every single year, without fail, the club raises its membership rates--by double digits. No matter how much you value the amenities or enjoy the classes, it's incredibly frustrating to be hit with steep annual price hikes, especially when there are no meaningful improvements to justify them. When I reached out to express concern, I received a polite but canned response that essentially said: "We raise prices every year, and that's just how it is." No acknowledgment of loyalty, no real explanation--just an unapologetic shrug. It's clear Midtown has become more about greed than goodwill. They know people are hesitant to leave once they're settled in, and they take full advantage. If you're considering joining, think carefully--this is a club that will bleed you year after year while offering less and expecting you to be grateful for it. read more

The Midtown Athletic Club is super fancy. The facility has an indoor and outdoor pool, indoor tennis courts, boxing gym, free weights, cardio machines, 3 studios for group fitness classes, multiple stretching areas, a spa/ salon, cafe and sitting areas and more. The locker room is stunning. I love that I can secure my belongings with my membership bracelet. You use it to enter the club and it is your key to lock or unlock any locker in the facility. No more fumbeling with a lock. I just tap my locker and go. Overall: It's pricey for a membership, but I must applaud the ambiance and cleanliness of the club. It's a designer gym, so you get what you pay for. read more

Very nice Athletic club. My friend brought me as a guest. Monthly membership is around $240. You get 3 guest passes a year, seems like members wish they did more. There are tons of workout classes and studios. The yoga studio looks so zen. The outdoor pool is very nice and has a large seating area. There are also several umbrellas and a hot tub. There are a lot of kids in the pool. They take 20 min lifeguard breaks where the kids have to get out but adults can keep swimming. The indoor pool is nice as well and has a fancy large hot tub. There is a small area to get smoothies and food inside. There is also drinks for purchase outside. Free garage parking for 3 hours. There's honestly so many features to this club, too many to list. If I lived close I would love to be a member here. read more

onboarding and sign up service were amazing - 5/5 Erhan was our contact and he was incredible. He was super helpful throughout the sign up process, quick to address questions, and has helped us with things throughout our membership. We loved working with Erhan, and he's definitely a big part of the reason we signed up Classes are awesome, the instructors are great. My favorites were boxing, yoga, and their shred style class - 5/5 Facility management seem to be going downhill - 2/5 Management seems a bit self absorbed, there's a lot of individual self promotion on their social channels, not really information about gym, classes, events, etc. This is minor, but they use poor quality products in their bathrooms (soap, shampoo, conditioner, toilet paper). Outdoor pool isn't well maintained or clean, last time I was there, there was a thin film on the top - gross. Overall - their classes and day to day staff are amazing. Given the price of membership, I think their quality standards should be higher, but that's just my two cents read more

My son belongs to the athletic club and I go to the spa every time I visit I've gotten the best service. I've had my hair done my nails done and a massage over the years. The people are all very friendly. read more

This is a beautiful gym but horribly run with its priorities in the wrong place. This gym is a nightmare if you're seeking a focused fitness environment. It's less of a gym and more of a chaotic daycare center that resembles a Disney cruise at its busiest. The place is overrun by poorly mannered teenagers and families with children, especially during the summer months when the pool becomes a kiddie play zone. Teenagers will take up equipment to play on their phones and the midtown management clearly has made a decision to cater this gym to families than to other adults without children. Trying to use any equipment or find a quiet spot for your workout is next to impossible amidst the constant noise and commotion caused by kids running wild. If you're serious about your fitness goals with a focus on adults vs children look elsewhere. This place is a complete waste of time and money unless you enjoy navigating through a sea of screaming children + poorly mannered teenage brats, and dealing with the resulting mess and chaos. Do yourself a favor and find a gym that values a peaceful workout environment over catering to families looking for a daycare alternative. Suggestions: Children/teenager free zones. Children/teenager free days at pool or at least better adult only hours at the pool. Most Chicago gyms of this size have a lot of families but others like East Bank Club do a better job catering to the adults that aren't interested in paying $500/mo to hang out with other peoples children and poorly parented teenagers. Most frustrating part in all of this is how we were sold on this gym. My wife and I were warned that the gym was a children zoo but still came to check it out because of it's location and amenities. We asked the sales person directly about the teenager/child problem and they promised us new rules were being implemented to help address this as (in his words) the leading reason people are leaving midtown are the kids. He had mentioned restricted family memberships, adult only pool hrs starting at noon, as well as a few other "soon to come" changes. None have be implemented in over a year. So management in this gym knows the children/families are a problem and lie to potential new members that are aware of it to bait them into membership. read more

I love everything about Midtown, the staff always welcoming and friendly. I love everything from shopping, spa, basketball court, outdoor pool, sauna room, hot tub, steam room, outdoor hot tub, tennis court and of course the restaurant offers delicious food, cocktails, and very friendly staff read more

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Fresh off of the Lockdown, I was feeling unmotivated and out of shape. I had no routine and felt like I had no purpose. I joined Midtown as a motivator and it changed my life. This is a world class facility with an equally amazing community. The servers in the cafe know me by name, my son loves going to the on-site childcare, and I've become friends with many of the trainers. Not to mention, I've met so many great members that make going to Midtown an enjoyable experience every single day. They motivate me. It really does feel like a home away from home. Is it expensive? It sure is. But it's worth it. If you're a parent and debating whether or not you should sign up, then take my advice and DO IT. Even if you don't have kids, do it. It is not just a family place. If you want to challenge yourself, then this is the place. The variety of classes offered is unmatched. The instructors are the best in Chicago. I discovered my love for boxing here and frequently mix in other classes like Apex and 312 (HIIT style classes). I never thought I'd want to play tennis, but recently signed up for lessons and I can't believe I had never played before because it is so fun. They literally have something for everybody. Midtown has been amazing for our family. Thank you for being such a welcoming place. read more

Look, I enjoy going here, however idk if I can justify the price for what I value. The shower room is nowhere near EBC but it's nice. The lockers can be dirty at times though. Their pricing is getting crazy at $350 a month and I know it will increase again. I understand you get the tennis and racquet ball but it should be a separate charge for use of that stuff. The basketball court being across the street is also bothersome during the winter. They released their app which is pretty nice. To be fair to them though, with all the classes they offer $350 is somewhat fair. Boxing classes would cost a ton by itself. All I'm saying though is if your money maker is on tennis and racquet ball, raise their prices not everyone else. read more

This place continues to completely rip its members off - especially those who pay exorbitant fees to play tennis. Despite something like doubling prices over the last five years or so, they still change the tennis ball way too infrequently so that you are playing with dead balls half the time. Another scam is if you sign up for a class, let's say cardio tennis, that is supposed to take place on multiple courts with one pro per court and one of the pros doesn't show up, do they give you a refund or discount the class??? Of course not. And apparently the air conditioning doesn't work on many of the tennis courts so it's like 85 degrees / 85% humidity despite being inside. But wait, they just raised the prices another 10% while I was typing this!! read more

One of the most beautiful clubs I have ever visited. With 16 indoor courts - this member o my facility has a full restaurant, spa and salon, gym, boutique as well as amazing courts. The people are so so nice and the pool is gorgeous too. It's a clean and modern building. A top quality athletic club. read more

Midtown Athletic Club - 16 indoor courts. - Tennis Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

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Best athletic club in the city - amazing coaches, classes, staff and amenities. They offer activities apart from the classes all year long read more

Midtown Athletic Club - Boxing Studio - Tennis Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

I have no regrets about joining Midtown. Before joining Midtown, I had heard nothing but positive things about them, but I always assumed that the membership cost wouldn't be worth it to me. One day, I decided to do research about Midtown and also set up an appointment to do a tour. I was able to set up an appointment very fast (I think it was either the same day or next day) and it was great to do it during the summer. Summertime at Midtown is very lively due to the outdoor pool area. Besides fantasies of spending summer days by the pool, there were other factors that also influenced my decision to join Midtown - Availability and variety of different fitness classes - Outdoor fitness area (There are outdoor fitness areas with more classes, weights, and a few cardio machines) - Comfortable spaces to sit around and relax after a work out. Other things I like about Midtown - The smoothies are good ! - The locker room and showers are always very clean - Both hot tubs (indoor and outdoor) are roomy - The people at the salon/spa are nice If you are considering joining Midtown, you have to think a lot about whether the membership is worth it for you. Midtown is one of the most expensive fitness clubs in the area, but if you feel like you are someone that may really enjoy the different features that Midtown has available, it might be the perfect fit. One policy I hope they are able to change in the future is increasing the number of guest passes that members are allowed per year. I know it is lower right now because of COVID, but I would love the opportunity to bring more of my friends here in the future. Hopefully they will consider increasing them again in the future. read more

My husband and I joined Midtown in December 2020 and were members for 2.5 years. We joined primarily for the gym, after a mediocre experience elsewhere. We did not partake in any of the classes, or kid-friendly amenities. We utilized the pool, cafe, and restaurant several times. Equipment was plentiful and the staff did its best to enforce pandemic regulations (masks). Everything felt clean and the amenities that could function safely, did. However, things began to shift as normal life slowly returned and more people began to join. It became really crowded, at all hours of the day besides maybe weekday mid-morning and late at night. Children ran amuck at the entry, sometimes it was like playing dodgeball on your way to the locker room. This didn't really bother me but might matter to others. Moreover, I couldn't count the number of times I stood and waited for a piece of equipment while somebody (typically teenagers) sat on it and mindlessly scrolled on their phones. I was once offered to work in my sets with a guy who took 15 minute breaks between his, claiming three pieces of equipment with his belongings at once. I got all four of my sets in during his rest period. Hey man, you do you, but remember there are other people here too. In the late winter/early spring of 2022, the club made an announcement of the upheaval of the club. They claimed they'd be adding two squat racks, a smith machine, calf machine, more dumbbells, etc. What they really did? Removed the training rig, including the land mine attachment, removed the decline bench, removed two platforms (primarily used for deadlifts). Sure, there are now "six squat racks," but in reality they just added racks atop of two platforms, which are often used for exercises other than squats anyway. Note that those were placed against windows, so you have to use your reflection to monitor your form, as there are no mirrors. Either way, not really net new equipment there. They did add some dumbbells and benches on the 2nd floor which were a welcome addition, but included what I think were Fitbenches - theoretically kind of neat but hard as a rock and better suited for a compact home gym (nobody ever used them). As of June 2023, the second smith machine never showed up, nor did the the training rig with the land mine or the calf machine. Coincidentally, the blog post citing all the changes was deleted some time in April. Strange. Generally speaking, staff will pretend to care and take your feedback, but they won't act on it or follow up. I met with Justin after the first phase of the changes with my concerns, including the mass layoff of all the custodial staff in order to hire a third party. I asked him to follow up with me on some items, but never heard back. Followed up again, silence. One minor, but obvious, recommendation I made to Justin was to swap the (ergonomically faulty) new hack squat with the booty builder due to the placement of a column and subsequent view of the mirror. Like I said, I never heard from him ever again, but I reiterated that feedback to two gentlemen who were on the floor a few weeks later. They thought it was a no-brainer and the machines were swapped two days later. Not sure why the feedback didn't land the first time. Maybe I wasn't taken seriously? Perhaps just complete lack of concern. I'll never know. There is some fantastic staff there. The custodial staff (the ones that were all fired) were great; I can't comment on the new third party team as we left the club shortly after they started. The team at the restaurant is great. Don't expect to ever be greeted at the front desk, though. Couple other thoughts: - Midtown does some fundraising/community involvement work, including a fundraiser for Hope for the Day, which is a local suicide prevention organization. It also sells Battle Bars (a protein-rich snack) at its cafe. Battle Bars has made anti-trans community remarks on its social media. 82% of transgender individuals have considered killing themselves and 40% have attempted suicide, with suicidality highest among transgender youth. The irony baffles me, but again, my feedback wasn't taken very seriously. - You'll be paying for parking if you stay at Midtown for more than three hours, which is effectively discouraging members from staying for things like an after-workout meal. Being able to validate long-term parking after spending $X at the restaurant seems like a smart and hospitable idea. TL;DR: Good amenities, but overcrowded and overpriced for a club that prides itself on community. Most of management doesn't actually care about member feedback, only their bottom line. read more

I love this place. It's clean, have all the equipments you need and staff are friendly and nice! Maybe a bit overpriced unless you workout 4-5 a week/are using all the things they have (classes, gym, tennis court, swimming pool etc) or have a family (cheaper). It's nice with the parking garage, the changing rooms are huge and a lot of showers! I highly recommend it! read more

Midtown Athletic Club - Gym - Tennis Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

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Nice place and friendly staff but just wayyy to over crowded with families. Pool is unusable most of the summer and just annoying to be around. The bar was rarely opened out there. Unreliable schedules especially in the Annexed building. Just way to much money to spend a month when you consider tennis pricing tiers for the hours available and the overpriced food/Drinks!! read more

Been a member now for over a year and it's helped me get back in shape. The cost is a bit high but it's truly a country club in the city! And because of the cost, I work out 4-5 times a week. Used to have a $10 membership and NEVER worked out. I met so many friends here and the events they have are awesome! read more

Blonde haired Girl working at restaurant behind counter was an absolute bitch. gave me the wrong smoothie then got mad at me when I told her and made me take it without giving me a new one. she ruined my whole experience of this gym and should be fired immediately. read more

Doing their best to navigate covid policy and procedures with reopening and implementing progressive measures for providing a safe environment. You can tell a lot of thought went into this and they trained their staff well to keep up with cleaning and safety protocols. They reopened their pool this past Friday to allow for families with children to access the pool. While it is appreciated they are offering this, it is a bit of a process to secure a spot. Capacity is in the 90's and the process is a call line to secure your reservation. Call line opens at 6:30am, in which you leave a vm and hope, pray, cross fingers, rub Buddha's belly that you received a call back confirming your spot. read more

Midtown Athletic Club - Physically distanced chairs with patrons that are respectful of mask wearing and maintaining 6 ft distance when waking on pool deck - Tennis Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

The gym is way over crowded even during off peak times. Most crowded gym I've ever been a member of regardless of the time of day. The pool in the summer is also a complete mess with people and not enjoyable. The gym itself is beautiful, but they have way too many members and adding more all the time. read more

Cost is going up to $525/month!!!! Membership prices just went up yet AGAIN. We were told newer members will pay even more. I wish we had cancelled our membership years ago. What a waste of money. read more