If you’ve read any of my other blog posts, you’ve likely learned that there is plenty of delicious food and indulgent drinks in Park Ridge, IL. You would think that might do a number on your waistline… but fear not! Park Ridge is also loaded with a plethora of great places to sweat it all out. If you are looking for a Park Ridge gym, you’re in the right place.
In the list below, not only will you find full-functioning gyms in Park Ridge, IL, but you’ll also find smaller workout studios, boasting a variety of specialties. Explore the list to find the right fit for you and your fitness journey.
1. Centennial Fitness Center
Centennial Fitness Center, often referred to as “The Community Center”, will always be one of the most popular fitness centers in Park Ridge, IL, and is truly a staple in the community.
Here you will find plenty of workout equipment, a walking/running track, personal training, and group fitness classes. But that’s not all! People love this gym for the double basketball/volleyball courts, 2 racquetball courts, pool, and great opportunities for kids—including clubs, sports, pool area, and a childcare center.
Fees: $37/mo for residents, $47/mo for non-residents. Add-on group fitness classes are $82/mo for residents, $92/mo for non-residents.
Centennial Fitness Center, 1515 W Touhy Ave – (847) 692-5129
2. FFC Park Ridge
If you’ve been around Park Ridge in the past couple of years, you are sure to have seen or heard about FFC. This fairly new gym in Park Ridge, IL opened at the very end of 2016. And let me tell you, this fitness center has it all.
Stop in to use the hundreds of state-of-the-art machines, or add a little excitement to your workout on the basketball court, in the indoor/outdoor swimming pools, or on the indoor climbing wall. Also at FFC, find group classes, massage therapy, spa services, and personal training.
Can’t leave the kids home alone? Bring them along to join in the kid’s club, or hang out in the childcare center. Enjoy some of these options 24 hours/day during the week. No excuses now!
Fees: $89.95/mo + $195 joining fee for single-club membership. $5/mo more for access to other locations.
FFC Park Ridge, 826 W Touhy Ave – (847) 802-9826
3. CrossFit 88
Crossfit offers a wide variety of functional movements that are combined together to create a great workout. At this Park Ridge CrossFit club, you are sure to find just that and more. These impactful workouts can be adjusted to meet each person where they are in their fitness journey.
CrossFit 88 boasts options to help with general fitness, performance, and competition. And they round it all out with yoga, to help with strength, flexibility, and awareness of the body. CrossFit 88 would love for you to join their CrossFit family!
Fees: 3x / week from $157 and unlimited programs from $177. See website for full pricing details.
CrossFit 88, 542 Busse Hwy – (847) 496-0119
4. Studio Fitness
Not sure what you want or need? This might be a good place to start. Studio Fitness offers personal training, so no matter your skill level, fitness goals, or health goals, you can find the solution here. You can start with one-on-one training, then try out partner or group training—the trainers will help to personalize your experience to meet your needs.
At Studio Fitness, you will find many programs to get your sweat on, including boxing and conditioning, sport specific training, core fitness, strength training, and cardiovascular training.
Fees: $75/private session, $20/group class (first is free). Options offered for single, partner, group sessions, and class packages. See website for full pricing details.
Studio Fitness, 833 W Touhy Ave – (847) 698-3660
5. Tone Up Club
The elite personal training staff at this boutique fitness club offer a highly personalized training experience regardless of where you’re at in your fitness journey. Aside from meeting with a trainer one-on-one, you will be exposed to small group training, and from what I hear “the most energetic fitness classes in the area”, including TRX and Straight 45.
Another plus? They are located right near I-90 and the Cumberland Blue Line station, which makes for an easy commute if you’re working downtown.
Fees: As pricing can vary, contact the club for specific pricing.
Tone Up Club, 742 Higgins Rd – (847) 996-9494
6. CorePower Yoga
Want to sweat, stretch, build muscle, and more? Try out CorePower Yoga. With a variety of classes, you are sure to find something that fits your skill level and fitness goals.
Start with C1 to learn the basic postures and flow that can aid in all yoga classes. Give Hot Power Fusion a shot if you really want to crank up the heat. And, combine strength training and yoga in a Yoga Sculpt class.
Fees: $159/mo (first month is $89) – unlimited yoga, no long-term contract, free workshops, and discount on retail. Multi-class packages starting at $26/class.
CorePower Yoga, 991 W Touhy Ave – (847) 496-4359
7. Pure Barre
This might be the most unique workout on the list. Pure Barre offers 45-50 minute workouts which include low impact, isometric movements that are designed to produce results. You might be surprised how these simple movements, many at a ballet barre, can make you feel the burn!
This is a great workout for anyone but can be an especially great option for someone who has physical restrictions based on health or an injury.
While the classes will all have some of the same technique, you will find class options that add a focus area, like resistance training or cardio.
Fees: $25/class, $99/first month unlimited. First session is free.
Pure Barre, 110 N Northwest Hwy – (847) 696-7219
8. Orangetheory Fitness
I can’t sum it up better than their website, so here it is: at Orangetheory Fitness, find “inspirational coaches, mind-blowing science, and cutting-edge technology”.
This is truly a workout unlike any other. The one-hour sessions are guided by a fitness coach, and results are tracked using a heart-rate monitor. The workout varies daily, and each person is encouraged to go at his or her own pace (the coach will help by personalizing the workout to meet your needs).
The science behind Orangetheory encourages 12 minutes in the “orange zone”, which is 84-91% of your maximum heart rate. Interesting stuff!
Fees: $69 – 4 classes/month, $109 – 8 classes/month, $169 – unlimited. First session is free.
Orange Theory Fitness, 10 N Northwest Hwy – (847) 318-3804
9. PowHerhouse Fitness Studio
At PowHerhouse Fitness Studio, the experience starts from the moment you walk in the door, where you’ll find a welcoming environment, full of great energy. Each workout is designed to make you feel your best mentally and physically. Classes vary and may focus on strength, cardio, or yoga. Change it up daily to get the best results!
PowHerhouse even offers a “clubhouse” so you can bring your kids, and know they are enjoying their time at this fitness studio as much as you are.
Fees: $25/class, $135/mo no commitment, $115/mo with 6-month commitment. Also offer 5-packs and 10-packs, which expire after 90 days. First class is $10.
PowHerhouse Fitness Studio, 33½ S Prospect Ave – (847) 653-6976
10. Charter Fitness
At Charter Fitness, they understand a busy lifestyle—so, they try to make it as easy as possible for people to have a positive gym experience by making it affordable, convenient, and by offering month-to-month contracts. You’ll find it’s easy to get in, get a workout, and get out. When you have a little more time, work with a personal trainer who can help show you how to use the equipment and/or set up a session.
Charter is truly a community within the Park Ridge community. If you don’t know the people you run into when you start, you’re sure to know them soon.
Fees: $15/mo for regular membership, $22/month for all access. No long-term contract. Free trial membership.
Charter Fitness, 672 N Northwest Hwy – (847) 318-7550
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After researching and visiting these Park Ridge gyms, I’ve realized that my basement workouts are sort of lame. But, with many of these locations offering a free class or more, I might as well try them all.
Good luck finding your Park Ridge fitness fit!
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