I wholeheartedly recommend Jason Friedman and the Blues City gym!…read moreI've had the pleasure of working with Jason for five years, and have always had an exceptional experience. Jason has built a truly unique and supportive community, and his approach to training is both thoughtful and effective.  He tailors each individual session to your specific needs and offers a variety of group classes that are always uplifting, energizing, and leave you feeling your absolute best.

Best trainer I've ever worked with! First work out is free! Jason is so knowledgeable and…read moreencouraging. He has over 10 years experience and was even a professional baseball player in Spain & Germany! He adjusts the workout to fit the needs and limitations of each client. I have seen him train athletes, people new to working out, young and old, men and women (even pregnant women!) He shows you how to correctly do each work out movement so that it's not confusing and keeps an eye on your posture so that you won't injure yourself in the process. Jason is relaxed and fun to work with which makes working out so much more enjoyable. Go meet Jason!! His first work out is free. Your body & swimsuit will thank you!!

I spent years sitting in front of desks and suffered from many health problems due to stationary…read morelifestyle. Gyms have always felt scary to me but covid just changed my life perspectives and I was ready to go out of my comfort zone. Nevertheless, most of gym programs follow a one-size-fit-all approaches and require a lot of homework and self fine-tuning to make them work. At Anthos, the program is individualized down to details of every single exercise and every muscle group. I am getting a enough attention during every exercise as Cliff and Shaka always make sure I have the proper form. And I feel very valued when Nick checks in with me every time I am here and asks me about how the program is going and which areas I want to focus on. For example, I wanted to get back to playing soccer so we did a lot of explosive exercises. After I sustained an unfortunate knee injuries, we shifted to more low impact exercises that strengthen the proper muscles and accelerate the recovery process. The exercises have been working well; I managed to reduce my body fat percentage and gaining strength. Anthos also provides extensive nutrition guidance for those who need it. Overall, I highly recommend giving Anthos a try if you want an individualized workout program guided by science in a safe space.

I have worked with Personal trainers in the past prior to COVID but stopped during the pandemic in…read morean attempt to do it on my own. But I wasn't making the progress the I wanted. I am also training for my 4th marathon and 1st triathlon. Working with Miguel and Shakka has been amazing. I am getting faster and stronger. I told them what I was looking for and I am getting exactly what I asked for (professionalism, motivation/encouragement and accountability). They provide a fun and inviting atmosphere. I highly recommend!

I really like this location! I switched here from a previous gym, and I've been pretty happy I did…read more There are a ton of cardio machines from rows, to bikes, to treadmills. I've never had an issue of waiting for a treadmill like I have at other places, so I like that they have so many. I've never experienced any of the machines being broken either -- cardio or weightlifting. I like how many variations of each machine they have. For example, they have two variations of the leg extensions, two of leg curls, and about a million for bicep curls lol. The staff is pretty nice, and I've been satisfied with the conditions of the locker room/bathrooms. Parking is also free for the first 2 hours. Only down side is that it's too hot in here! No matter the time of the year, summer or winter, it's hot!

This place is located on the West side of Lake Park Ave between the Whole Foods and TJs. There is…read moreparking which I believe is just North of the gym. The gym is on the 3rd floor. I put in the instructions for the parking (see photos). I did not use it because I just walked from my hotel. The front desk people were friendly to me so I had no issues with that. The positives were that it was not crowded and they had the hip machine (see photos). The negatives were that they are considered a signature club so I had to pay $10 because my membership is basic. Also no basketball court and only 2 squat racks so that could be a problem if it gets crowded. Not bad overall.

Ive gone to a couple different workouts here and I'm not sure if a membership would be worth it…read more Hyde Park is not great with amenities, so I don't want to speak poorly of the business model...but for almost 200.00 a month and they don't provide towels? Just seems a little weird considering other gyms have less membership fees and provide towels. The space is clean and the recpetion/welcome desk was my FAVORITE part of my visits!

Place is clean. Been to almost 10 other Orange Theory…read morestudios, Hyde park has the smallest area, the only one with obsolete threadmill but also the 2nd most expensive among the other 8 or 9 studios I've been to. Front desk are friendly, coaches are hard working, except for Dav**. I don't like that coaches come and go too. After my first year, all 4-5 coaches just left. I don't know if that was voluntary or they were explicitly replaced. And they are great coaches! Regina was my favorite. Worst part, I've been trying to cancel my membership for more than 2 months now as I moved to another address and Hyde park is no longer convenient, but they still keep on billing me. Everytime I call, they would say nothing was filed but I have a ecopy of the online form I signed and accessible through their Dropbox. They did not refund too and just keeps on billing me. I had to call my bank, replace my credit card to prevent further future billings from them.

This is a good club and convenient if you live in the attached apartment of Regent's Park. It has…read morea decent variety of equipment, free weights, an aerobics room, and also offers some aerobics and water classes. They offer a 20 yard indoor pool, hot tub, and sauna as well. Most of it is accessible 24 hours. (The pool/hot tub, aerobics studio, and free weight room are closed overnight.) Trainers will work with you to develop a individual workout plan without extra charge. The gym is far better than most clubs you will find attached to an apartment building, and the locker rooms do include soap, shampoo, hair dryers, etc. The sauna is coed (this could be a plus or minus depending upon your point of view) but is kept nice and hot. If you don't live in Regent's Park, free parking is included with your membership, which would be a plus in the winter especially. All this being said, it's still pretty pricey for a fairly small sized club, with the cheapest option costing over $60 a month, or over $70 if you don't live in Regent's Park. I have just started going and will re-evaluate what I think of the club after more experience with it. I haven't seen him, but Obama supposedly used to work out here, although I don't know if he still does (and if he does, they probably shut the club down when he's using it now for security reasons.)

My friend and I stopped in for the Chicago Trampoline class on Saturday and enjoyed it a lot…read more Neither of us enjoy cardio, but she made it fun. The playlist was fire; it had hiphop, throwbacks, afro beats, and more! We did cardio plus ab/core work. 10/10, would recommend. It's inclusive to all ages, sizes, and fitness levels. She did a reallyyy good job cueing us and explaining the sets. Loved the class!

He's still my trainer. Still gets me in the best shape (when I'm on my grind). So stay away...too…read moremany people patronize his business now!

Great space, great equipment, and unparalleled customer service. Annie, the owner, could not be…read moremore accommodating or knowledgeable or gracious. The Space is the antidote to corporate gyms, to gyms that require long-term contracts, that feel as cold and soulless as a frozen barbell. If you're in or around Hyde Park, you could train elsewhere. But WHY would you? The Space is THE place.

I'm typically here every Monday through Thursday in the mornings because my fitness coach teaches…read moregroup fitness classes and also does personal training. The space is perfect for people who want to do personal training or teach their own classes. They have a parking lot behind the building for paid parking, street parking, and even access to the bank parking lot early in the morning before it opens. The facility has quiet bathrooms with showers and a lower level with additional training areas and fitness equipment. It's an ideal spot for someone who prefers supporting a locally owned business instead of major chains like Planet Fitness or Snap. This gym really offers a unique experience, especially being a Chicago-based business!

Fast-forward 5.5 years after committing to my regular TriYoga practice:…read more I have not experienced nerve symptoms or tendinitis in years, avoided surgery, and am stronger than ever! (And I had another child in between.) In fact, I have certified as a TriYoga Basics teacher with Maretta and have been teaching. What a wonderful "reset" to my health and life, and I'm so happy to share the journey with others seeking the benefits!

Maretta is a patient and dedicated instructor who will help provide appropriate adjustments as…read moreneeded. Great classes and my flexibility has been gradually improving.

Yes, Shawn Smith is a great trainer with at least 16 years of experience. Because of him, I am more…read morefit then I have been in a long time! I like that he takes in to consideratiom that I am in my 60s and was involved in a very bad MVA. I intend to stay the course for one year because of Shawn's abilities. He is an all around fitness expert. Nutrition is part of the package. My flexibility has increased as well. Sign up today and you will not be disappointed.

This gym is located on UC's campus and I believe you must be affiliated with the University to be a…read moremember here, but I could be wrong. Like most gyms, it really depends on what time you come to decide if you can get in a solid work out or not. Not a lot of free weights, machines are placed together in a haphazard way; not conducive to sets unless leg and bicep day is on your workout schedule. Squat racks and smith machines are plenty, but usually taken by UC athletes who are deadlifting. Equipment is in okay shape. There are spray bottles and towels available to ensure things are sanitized - in theory, that is. Here is my challenge with this gym: there are numerous signs reminding obtuse college students to wash their hands, practice basic human hygiene, wear appropriate clothing and shoes etc. Do you think anyone adheres to these rules? No. This is the smelliest gym I have EVER been to. EVER. Students are barefoot, in flip flops, wearing jeans - which to me just screams lawsuit (and a yeast infection) waiting to happen. At the end of the day, if you are a student here, this is probably an awesome place to work out - athletic 20 year olds, decent equipment, and lots of signs you won't read. As a grown up spending real money to work out here - try and come in the middle of the morning as you will miss out on all the annoyances.

The Gerald Ratner Athletic Center stands out amongst the neo-Gothic architecture of the University…read moreof Chicago thanks to its impressive contemporary design by noted architect Cesar Pelli in collaboration with local architecture firm OWP/P (now Cannon Design). The curvy rooflines and the spiky structural steel masts make their mark upon the northwest corner of the U of C campus. The Ratner includes facilities for swimming, basketball, and assorted workout facilities. The central atrium holds a sports Hall of Fame that includes the first Heisman Trophy, won by Maroon football hero Jay Berwanger.