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Notorious Fitness

(50)

Community
Atmosphere
Health

“Notorious Fitness exemplifies the Cross Fit tenants fairly well by not simply providing Cross Fit classes, but also classes and programs that accentuate recovery, and general physical preparedness.”

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Axé Capoeira Chicago

(40)

Dance
Train
Adults

“Overall a healthy and welcoming environment for kids that teaches so much about hard work and dedication without the archaic and unnecessary harshness so many martial arts subject kids to.”

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Chicago Strength Logan Square

(30)

Community
Engagement
Box

“CFL increased their classes this year and started running some high intensity classes that are not a traditional crossfit classes if you are nervous about jumping into crossfit.”

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Rock Solid Health

(39)

Results
Goals
Wellness

“The instructors are helpful in helping make sure you're comfortable with each movement, performing the movements safely and challenging yourself to lift heavier or try a more advanced move when you are ready for it.”

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Let us tell you something that is typically a hard lesson learned...⁠ ⁠ Perseverance comes through practice, not perfection. ⁠ ⁠ This practice comes in the form of small, manageable changes, and utilizing the tools that are already at your disposal to help you gain and create more. You’ve heard us say this many a time, and I’m sure you will hear it from us again in the future; make your changes sustainable!⁠ ⁠ Working towards better health is something that is all encompassing, and it is quite literally impossible to do a complete lifestyle 180 without it negatively impacting your mental/emotional/physical well being. ⁠ ⁠ Sleep, diet, movement, emotional and social fulfillment and financial security are all huge factors in lifestyle and health, so try not to have a one track mindset when it comes to health. ⁠ ⁠ Hardcore exercise is not the end-all, be-all to health and lifestyle alterations do not have to be big to be impactful. If starting with going to bed 15 minutes earlier each night is where you are starting, then that’s great! A positive change is a positive change and we aren’t here to judge the steps you take to create a healthier life. ⁠ ⁠ Perseverance is not pushing through the pain. It's putting in an honest effort to maintain a growth mindset, even when that growth feels difficult or slow. ⁠ If you have a personal support system, utilize it. And if you don’t, lean on us. ⁠ ⁠ Keep striving, rest when you need it, and remember to breathe!⁠...

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The Barre Code Chicago

(45)

Classes
Email
Value

“I've taken other instructors as well at Barre Code and they're all so kind— whether it's your first class or 20th, it's an inviting environment!”

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Pow! Gym Chicago & Chicago Parisi Speed School

(46)

“I've hopped around different boxing gyms, boutique studios, and commercial gyms and I have never seen a place where kids, teens, and their parents are all getting technical/safe and high quality training in boxing, Muay Thai or whatever you're lookin...”

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This page lists 24 personal trainers and training gyms recorded for Chicago, IL. What each one says about its approach, its hours and its booking comes from its own website; ratings and quotes come from public reviews.

Area overview: Chicago, IL

All 24 trainers we list here are in Chicago itself. We have 223 trainers in Chicago on file; this page shows the highest-rated 24. The trainers on this page are rated from 4.3 to 5.0 across 2,623 reviews; 21 have 50 or more reviews and 22 are rated 4.5 or higher. When students and parents rate these trainers on specific qualities, they most often praise professionalism (92%), quality (92%) and communication (78%). The topics that come up most in reviews of the trainers on this page are "community", "equipment" and "atmosphere". 3 are open around the clock; all 24 are open on Saturdays and 18 on Sundays. The subjects and programs the trainers on this page list most often on their websites are personal training (4), group classes (2) and online training (2). 3 have a BBB rating of A or A+. 13 have ten or more years of experience, the longest 24 years. 1 offers online lessons; 4 offer a free trial or consultation; 1 is family- or locally-owned and 9 list coupons or special offers. We count these figures across the trainers on this page; hours and prices change, so confirm the details with the trainer before you enroll.

How much can I check about a trainer before I call?

All 24 listings here have a website on file. That is where you find who the trainers are, what they work on most, and whether they operate from a commercial gym or their own studio. Anything about scheduling or price still needs a phone call.

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Sana Vita Studio Pilates and Yoga

(41)

Injury
Massage
Boutique

“I've done about 4 private sessions with her as well in which she addressed specific flexibility issues I've been having (I'm very inflexible) and she made sure the exercises were at a pace that I wasn't over stressing myself.”

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Phenomenal Fitness

(49)

“The general culture of PF is friendly and spirited--everyone is there to improve their health and fitness and I haven't seen any stereotypical 'gym bro' attitudes.”

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Southport Fitness

(46)

Price
Email
Locker Rooms

“I visit this gym when seeing my in-laws for the holidays and pop in to work out - the staff is always pleasant and welcoming, equipment is new and really clean and it's a great environment for working out.”

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Body Time Chicago

(47)

Results
Skeptical
Muscle

“I walked in and a super friendly trainer walked me through the EMS process, calculated some percentages based off my weight, and answered questions (and doubts) I had about this whole thing.”

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Winner Ganador Fitness

(47)

Goals
Endurance
Passion

“Winner is such a great coach he really pushes you through and lets you know your flaws and weaknesses he is very honest and tells you straightforward what you need to improve on he really showed me my strengths and weaknesses.”

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Tailored Strength

(50)

Injury
Flexibility
Learning

“Doesn't matter if you've never seen the inside of a gym, if you physically peaked in high school, if you've spent the last decade hunched over a desk 80 hours a week or if you're seasoned gym rat - TS will work for you.”

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Train Moment (West Loop)

(50)

Feel
Energy
Cardio

“The trainers whose class I've taken the most are Hakeem, Ovi, Sarah, Chalena, and most recently Benjamin (I think I've taken Benjamin's class maybe 5 times in the last year and started taking his class again last week and he remembered my name!!”

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Strive Village

(50)

Trainers
Results
Injury

“"It does take a village and the team at Strive feels like my own personal training "secret weapon" to being stronger both mentally and physically as they have moved the needle like no other fitness program has been able to do for me.”

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Ryno Strength

(50)

Athlete
Accountability
Results

“As someone who has tried every fad diet known to man to only focus on losing weight, making the decision to work with a personal trainer was scary at first.”

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Leap Chicago

(49)

Nutrition
Shape
Class Sizes

“The small group classes are ideal for personalized instruction and it's a community within a community atmosphere at the gym, where fellow members are friendly, encouraging and enjoy socializing with one another.”

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The Garage Chicago Gym

(49)

Community
Energy
Motivated

“At first, I felt a bit out of my element because I've been lifting in commercial gyms since I was in middle school… however, Ash was extremely attentive and made sure I was feeling comfortable the entire time.”

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Jaguar Strength & Conditioning

(49)

Community
Individual
Equipment

“Of course some days my personal energy was there, some days it wasn't, and maybe a few times it was there a bit too much - but Adam kept me on target and imparted on me an understanding of working out within an optimal zone and staying away from doin...”

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Leblon Fitness Club

(18)

Community
Trainer
Equipment

“Gustavo is so dedicated to his members and he goes the extra mile to push you to meet your goals, but is also always one to encourage you to listen to your body.”

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Tone UP 2 Fitness

(48)

Goals
Life
Kickboxing

“She tailors my fitness routine to target my specific goals, clearly models each exercise while explaining the target muscle groups, closely monitors my form, and always shows me new exercises to further challenge my overall strength and endurance.”

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Anywhere Fitness

(48)

Working Out
Youth
Home

“All in all, a great gym that offers a close-knit community while pricing rates and memberships at very reasonable rates - I'd highly recommend this gym to anyone in the area.”

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Mode Gym

(44)

Steam Room
Boutique
Design

“MODE is a very beautiful gym; I came in looking for a new spot in the area of school, and I will say Reuben definitely convinced me to become family here!”

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Wicker Park Fitness

(42)

Equipment
Towels
Fees

“I tried a few other gyms in the area and (despite being more expensive and bigger) their equipment was run down, the weightlifting areas were always packed full, and their hours were worse.”

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Hardware Strength & Conditioning

(47)

Community
Weightlifting
People

“The coaches and members are super friendly and helpful; the team introduces new people upon arrival so you learn everyone's names on the first day; it's a relaxed and LBGTQ+ environment.”

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Best Personal Trainers in Chicago, IL

Notorious Fitness

Axé Capoeira Chicago

Chicago Strength Logan Square

Rock Solid Health

The Barre Code Chicago

Pow! Gym Chicago & Chicago Parisi Speed School

Area overview: Chicago, IL

Sana Vita Studio Pilates and Yoga

Phenomenal Fitness

Southport Fitness

Body Time Chicago

Winner Ganador Fitness

Tailored Strength

Train Moment (West Loop)

Strive Village

Ryno Strength

Leap Chicago

The Garage Chicago Gym

Jaguar Strength & Conditioning

Leblon Fitness Club

Tone UP 2 Fitness

Anywhere Fitness

Mode Gym

Wicker Park Fitness

Hardware Strength & Conditioning

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