Dreams has been a godsend for us! My daughter expressed a lot of interest in gymnastics and after…read moredoing a winter entry level class at our park district, they agreed she was too advanced for her age level program, but couldn't put her in anything different until the following fall! We didn't want to wait that long to pursue her interest so I quickly did some research and moved her to Dreams. We have been doing classes now for 5 months...she has moved up 3 levels and about to do a pre-team class this coming fall! The amount she has learned in such a short time has been amazing to see. Coach Paige is fantastic! Andrew, Amy and Arthur have also made it such a positive experience. Highly recommend!!

I was here with my 5 year old son for a birthday party. It's not terrible, but it is considerably…read moresmaller and less tidy than International Gymnastics in Mt. Prospect. Located in a office court off of West Lake Ave., this is a former factory converted into a gym. The conversion is not quite complete in my opinion. There is a kids fun gym and another, larger and more sophisticated, gym with advanced equipment. We were in the smaller gym and it looks rough around the edges. (see photos) Still, it was fun for the kids. They accommodated a group of thirty 5 & 6 year olds and managed the group very well, God bless their souls. I found it somewhat disturbing when we received a birthday invitation from the place and it had a waiver sheet folded and tucked into the pre-printed invite card from Dreams.The waiver, which had to be signed by a parent and witnessed by a gym employee, had a lengthy list of various and increasingly gruesome potential injuries possible, ranging from simple bruises to torn muscles, fractures and paralysis. Strange we did not have guests need to sign one for a party at International Gymnastics. Seeing the potential dangers and risks, I was tempted to send in my fearless Stunt Baby to substitute for my older son at the party, but my 5 year old handled it just fine. There were two instructors who had the kids do warmups and run a basic obstacle course, followed by extensive play in their sponge cube pit. They also had a Tumble Track trampoline next to the pit for the more adventurous jumpers. The instructors (Nicki and Vicki) did a great job keeping track of the kids and making sure they played safely. At the same time, the gym leaves a lot to be desired. The sides of the sponge pit are not padded like at International Gymnastics. Columns in the gym are crudely padded with folded mats wrapped in duct tape. The truck bay doors are covered in large sheets of clear plastic. There are stacks of insulation panels piled up on the sides above the party rooms. The condition of the padded floor, carpeting, mats, and the sponge cubes even, shows a significant amount of wear. The party room itself was a bit crowded but fit 30 kids at a series of long tables. A second party room down the hall allows them to have one party after another while alternating rooms. Therefore, we were not rushed to get out promptly at the designated end time. Certainly a good time but as a family we're sticking with International Gymnastics for classes and parties in the future.

Coach Drake is fantastic. His group classes are a challenging mix of strength training,…read moreflexibility, and cardio. Drake fine tunes his classes to meet each of us participants where we are in our overall training. I needed to start to work out again, found Steel Fitness and Coach Drake and could not be happier. Easy access too, right on Dempster Street in Morton Grove. Drake has a lot of time slots for group classes so easy to find an hour that works for me OR YOU! An added plus is his food prep plan and videos that I have just embarked on. Give Coach Drake a try, you won't be disappointed. All ages, I am over 50 and love the workouts. Hope to meet you in class one day soon.

Great gym with large selection of equipment. I loved the small group with extra individualized…read moreattention. Drake also differentiated workouts based on ability level. Make sure to bring your own towel!

The super slow training that Strengthtime specializes in, done just twice a week really works. Its…read moreamazing. I found these guys by reading the book called "Body By Science" by Dr. Doug McGuff. In it he shows all the new studies coming out showing that you can get all the benefits that most people get by working out for many hours per week in just minutes if you really slow down the speed with which you actually lift the weights. The science was so fascinating, I had to try it. It was awesome and I've been doing my workouts with Strengthtime personal trainers ever since. Its an incredible time saver too obviously. Phil and Rick are great. If you're busy but still want an effective workout, 2 thirty minute sessions per week here is all you need.

When I realized I needed strength training, I knew I couldn't do it alone. I needed a personal…read moretraining. I am so lucky I found Rick and Claudia. They are excellent trainers. They watch and guide carefully to make sure I don't get hurt, yet are encouraging and friendly. They treat their clients like family. The atmosphere at Strength Time is collegial and warm, yet very professional. I highly recommend it.

Great workout with great people!…read more Body Science is now in their temporary space, 626 GreenBay, Kenilworth, just a couple doors down from their future state of the art new home early next year. While the temporary space is not quite as spacious as their old spot, it will be worth the wait for the new space and no matter where this team of high quality trainers and people go - you get a great workout with great people! Tony, Joe, Thomas, Chris, Barb and more make it so worth your small investment in both money and time for great mental and physical returns. Come try an HIIT workout, private training session or do a great pilates workout with Shai in her lovely studio.

Absolutely stellar spot here - not only a highly-personalized fitness program, lots of scheduling…read moreflexibility, too. Planning to work with this team for the long-run.

FIT Boutique encompasses the key qualities anyone would look for in a personal training gym: Great…read moreWorkouts, Knowledgeable and Friendly trainers, and a Motivating Environment. Almost 3 years ago, I was recommended by a friend of mine to check out FIT Boutique and immediately decided to purchase a ten-session package - the prices are very fair. The gym was a new environment for me; there was so much to learn, and I was just a beginner. The owner, Jim, made me feel comfortable and welcomed whenever I stepped foot in FIT Boutique, answering any questions I had regarding exercise. As an all-around very friendly and knowledgeable guy, Jim really motivated me to continue pursuing strength and good health for years to come! My goals when signing up included building muscle, endurance, and strength. My trainer, Shane, instituted growth in me through a vast amount of exercises that helped me reach my goals, and after just the first 2 sessions I was beginning to see the results I wanted. Throughout the process, he motivated me to push myself, and also made sure I felt good after each workout. Needless to say, this was a life-changing period of time for me as I gained skills, perfected form, and I continue to learn exercises. I definitely recommend you check out FIT Boutique!

I have never been to a personal trainer, but I am a big fan of Fit Boutique. I came for the 8…read moresessions for $100 and have continued on because of the results that I have seen. After my first session, the first time working out in way too long, it was difficult pressing the button on my garage door opener. Since then I am no longer destroyed after my sessions, but know that I have had a good workout. Jim, the owner and my trainer has been cool and flexible with my schedule and has provided just the right amount of motivation without making things unpleasant. The price is a bit expensive, but you are paying for good equipment in a convenient location, and one-on-one time with a professional. When I am there, the gym is not crowded and the music has been good. Try it out - as far as I know, the $100 for 8 1 hour personal training sessions is still going.

Krystal has transformed my mind and body. From positive thinking to muscle strengthening, Krystal…read moreis a terrific coach who encourages me to be my best. We train twice a week together, and I never miss a session, because it's the best part of my week. I always leave feeling positive and in a better mindset. She's also designed a workout program to strengthen and tone my muscles while also helping me to make better food choices. Working out with her is the perfect way to end a day, and I can't imagine not having this be a part of my life. Two logistical notes: 1. The gym is state-of-the-art, with all of the equipment necessary for a great workout. 2. Parking is free and easy -- right behind the gym Krystal is very flexible and wants to make it work for you!

I love my mornings with Krystal! She knows how to make an hour of training fun and productive - and…read morenever the same. I appreciate the thoughtfulness that not only goes into planning the workouts but is also evident during the hour I'm there. She is quick to notice when an adjustment or modification is needed and is always so positive and encouraging! I am so lucky to have found Krystal!

The Elite Center is a great facility with good training options…read more It is expensive, so its not cheap but the staff available for training is very good for varying ages (7 to high schools) and provides good foundational training. If you want to learn the game, and the skills to get improved results this is a good place to get that instruction. The facility is state of the art as well and kept immaculate. So the value depends on if you want a clean place to practice and learn or an old overused gym.

I have had two sons and one daughter train with Mike Ipjian---there is no better basketball program…read morearound. Mike will teach your children the absolute fundamentals of the game as well as the necessary skills and finesse to be excellent players. I have been amazed over the years, how many times other parents of my children comment about my children's form and instincts. Mike is definitely the reason! Two of my children are basketball-a-holics, however, my other son was not. Mike knows exactly how to teach to each child and most importantly, how to help your child succeed at their best level. He can be no nonsense (particularly as they are first learning and which is a positive!) but he is ALWAYS ALWAYS fair to all the children. Mike cares about his players first and foremost. Mike watches the numbers so that he can give individual instruction as well as provides the players with the opportunity to participate in leagues. He ensures that the teams are balanced and that the coaches he chooses to assist him understand the game and how to make each player into their best basketball self. Mike ensures the teams have very manageable numbers so all the players get considerable experience in the games. He uses the games as learning experiences for the clinics he holds. Mike is always willing to talk to you to discuss your child--their strengths as well as their opportunities for improvement. He literally can be reached around the clock--he will pick up his cellphone at all times unless he is on the court. Then, once he gets off the court, he will call you back immediately. He always publishes his clinics and leagues well in advance so there is no question of when and what the commitment is. If for some reason, you need to change a week, he is willing to work with you about making it up. We have participated in a number of other programs for travel leagues--there is no comparison. Mike is awesome! If you truly want your child to learn the game of basketball---stop looking because Mike is definitely the coach and Elite is the place to go! My 21 one year old still talks about Mike and his positive influence It doesn't get any better---fabulous basketball training and positive mentorship!

One of my grand-darlings had her birthday bash here and it was a ton of fun for all involved…read more  There are a bunch of ninja stations for the kiddos to burn up much of their energy before a birthday celebration meal.  They get 2 hours of supervised fun and it is broken up into 80 minutes of ninja stations and then 40 minutes birthday meal time.  My daughter arranged everything and I was just one of several parent/grandparent photographers/observers basically. Maggie was the welcoming receptionist and she provided a gift t-shirt to the birthday girl (part of the BD package) and got everyone signed in and made sure they had all of their waiver forms signed haha.  This place isn't cheap (ballpark $600 for the birthday package per the daughter) but it seems you get what you pay for - a clean and well maintained facility, a staffer to direct the kids' activities and help serve food, plenty of fun ninja activities to choose from, a private room (there are 2 of them) for the birthday meal, and pizza (by Viccino's, a local favorite anyway) and fruit provided from a local vendor, plates and utensils, and most importantly - a big and grand blast of a time for all the kiddo participants and us by-standers as well.  Apparently, you can also bring your own food in, but there is a healthy $25 per entree charge for doing so, and besides it's an additional hassle.  There is a downstairs and upstairs party room and both are nice and spacious.  One of my grand-darlings has been here several times as a birthday party guest, and she has always had a great time.  I didn't pay, but I still can say a big thumbs up for this place!

Had my kids birthday party here - and everyone had an amazing time. This place is great for all…read moreages, which I loved! The staff was phenomenal and went above and beyond with making sure everything went smoothly. HIGHLY recommend this place to host an event!