Join us on Monday, April 8 for a Solar Eclipse Watch Party! Chicago will experience a partial solar eclipse with up to 94% coverage of the sun on April 8! The eclipse begins at 12:51 p.m. and ends at 3:22 p.m., with a maximum view in Chicago at 2:07 p.m. Join us on the sundeck to take in this experience together! A limited number of glasses will be available. Bring a friend for free!
Come for a great Pilates Mat workout and stick around with your fellow classmates after class for a sip of bubbly and a demo of the Pilates Reformer in the studio on March 18 at 5:45 PM!
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Join us for an evening of Bachata lessons on Friday, February 23 at 6:00 PM! These will be taught in the Group Fitness Studio by Professional Dancer/Instructor/FFC Member, Rey.
Contact Chris at cberlanga@ffc.com for more information!
Preview our newest Group Fitness format, Progression Obsession! This total body interval class includes upper body strength, core, and ‘PRO’gressions of lower body conditioning for an intense workout. The class will take you through three, 9-minute blocks followed by a high-intensity finisher and an abdominal/low back section! Get ready to experience your new Obsession. Reserve your space in the FFC+ app.
Let’s make our FFC Lincoln Park Community Tree look awesome all month long! Bring in an ornament and join in on the fun as we give our community tree a cool holiday makeover in celebration of the festive season.
Wear your Ugly Sweater and bring your ornament for the LP Community Tree on December 11! Take a selfie and tag us on IG @ffc_chicago.
This total body mixed interval rowing class utilizes 85% of your muscles in the legs, arms, and core. Combined with free weight strength and core exercises, you will experience a low-impact, efficient workout. Join us on Mondays at 5:15 PM with Alex & Thursdays at 5:15 PM with Ricky!
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Join us on Friday, October 20 from 6:00 – 8:00 PM in the Spin Studio for a Scary Movie Night to enjoy the spooky season! Bring your own blanket – popcorn and snacks will be provided. Guests are welcome!
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Work out and rock out to 80’s music as we go Back to the Future in celebration of FFC’s 40th year!
- Formula 94 – Saturday, 10/21 at 8:00 AM with Lois
- RaceDAY Ride – Saturday 10/21 at 10:00 AM with Darren
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Are you looking for a great way to get in shape OR prep for the Chicago Hyrox Competition? Join our Women’s ONLY Bootcamp & Hyrox Training for 8 weeks of AMAZING strength training and conditioning on Wednesdays from 6:30 – 7:30 AM!
What is Hyrox? Hyrox combines both running and functional workout stations, where participants run 1km, followed by 1 functional workout station, repeated eight times. Each race is hosted indoors in expansive exhibition halls, creating an immersive and electrifying race where your spectators can support you from the very beginning to the very end. For more info visit https://hyrox.com/city/chicago/.
To register for class, visit the FFC+ app.
In celebration of our 40th anniversary, we have put together a great lineup of anniversary-themed group fitness classes. 40STRONG is a 40-minute total body workout you won’t want to miss! In this class, you will perform 40 exercises for one minute each in succession with no breaks! Reserve your spot in the FFC+ app – See you in class!
FFC East Lakeview
- Saturday, September 23 at 10:00 AM with Matt
FFC Elmhurst
- Monday, September 18 at 8:30 AM with Tania (GF Studio)
FFC Gold Coast
- Tuesday, September 19 at 5:30 PM with Stephanie
FFC Lincoln Park
- Monday, September 18 at 5:30 PM with Tiffany
FFC Oak Park
- Tuesday, September 19 at 6:00 PM with Ashley
- Thursday, September 21 at 6:00 PM with Rachel
FFC Old Town
- Wednesday, September 20 at 6:00 PM with Charlotte
FFC Park Ridge
- Thursday, September 21 at 9:15 AM with Mari
FFC South Loop
- Wednesday, September 20 at 6:30 PM with Becca
- Sunday, September 24 at 10:15 AM with Nazha
FFC West Loop
- Monday, September 18 at 6:00 PM with Lara
It may be FFC’s 40th anniversary, but we’re the ones giving the presents. See below for a list of new equipment headed to FFC Lincoln Park soon! FFC is always looking for ways to add value to serve you better.
- 1 new Reversion Hyper Extension Machine
- All treadmills are being replaced with Life Fitness Treadmills with large-screen streaming and internet capabilities – the final 6 are ordered!
- 2 brand new Woodway Curve treadmills – just arrived on the 5th floor!
- All new black exercise mats
- 4 new Life Fitness Bikes
- New common area chairs and benches
A new group fitness format, Progressive Obsession, is in the pipeline! Join us for a sample class on September 18 at 9:00 AM and let us know what you think before it officially launches! This total body interval class includes upper body strength, core, and ‘PROgressions’ of lower body conditioning for an intense workout. The class takes you through three, 9-minute blocks followed by a high-intensity finisher and ab/low back section.
Reserve your space in the FFC+ app today.
Join us on September 20 at 6:00 PM. for an energy-filled strength and conditioning workout with Top Trainer Alex Smith! The more the merrier, so a +1 is encouraged!
Heads up, FFC Lincoln Park members. Our pool will be closed starting Saturday, September 16 for yearly maintenance and cleaning and will reopen on Monday, September 25. Members are welcome to use the indoor pool at other FFC locations during this time.
Please contact Bob Dowdy at bdowdy@ffc.com for additional information.
Build your confidence on the strength floor with Intro To Strength Training, an entry-level class designed to teach you the essentials needed for a great workout. These complimentary classes are taught by our FFC personal trainers and take place at 10 AM every Saturday in September. Each week will cover a new tool used on the fitness floor. Come ready to learn more and leave feeling empowered to use this equipment on your next visit.
- September 9 – Kettlebells
- September 16 – Dumbbells
- September 23 – Barbells
- September 30 – Sleds, Ropes & Ladders – Oh my!
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Join us for a special line-up of group fitness classes in August! View the schedule below, then reserve your spot in the FFC+ app!
End Of Summer RIDE! Team Teach with Becca & Trevor
- Tuesday, August 29 at 6:30 PM
WERQ it, Ladies! Team Teach with Kaley & Jaime
- Wednesday, August 16 at 6:30 PM
A great HIIT workout is the perfect way to start your day – join Coach Greg Robbins for a total body bootcamp on Mondays and Fridays at 9:00 AM on the turf. Greg has over 20 years of personal training experience and guarantees a great workout each time. This class is perfect for teachers on summer vacation or any member that is looking to change up their routine.
Email cberlanga@ffc.com for registration and details.
Ricky Results, the name speaks for itself, is truly dedicated to helping his clients get the results they want! If it’s been a while since you’ve done a 1 rep max test or spoken with a specialist for a plan to hit a new PR, Matt is your guy!
Contact Ricky at rrendon@ffc.com, contact Matt at mreahl@ffc.com, or feel free to stop by the Personal Trainers desk to schedule a consultation with them!
Congratulations to FFC Lincoln Park’s August member of the month, Corey! Corey answered a few questions for us about being a member at FFC:
- What does membership at FFC mean to you?
I’ve tried nearly every health club in Chicago, and FFC has earned its title as one of the best. Since I became a member in 2017, FFC has given me a safe space to work on my health goals with like-minded people. I don’t feel like others are watching me try new movements or fail a lift because there’s a wide range of skill levels at the club. Working out has become such a safe and empowering experience because of the staff, trainers, and members.
- When I am at FFC you will find me…
Trying new Calisthenics moves and workouts with a weighted vest, or chatting it up with the staff or other members.
- I work out to…
Relieve stress and improve my strength in compound body-weight movements.
