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Nominate FFC to win Chicago Reader’s Best Gym in Chicago for 2025!

Chicago Reader’s ‘Best Of Chicago’ contest is back and FFC is going for the 3-peat! We proved that we were the best Gyms of 2023 and 2024; let’s keep the title for 2025!

We need your help getting on the ballot. To nominate FFC, click the link below, register an account and type in Fitness Formula Clubs in the best gym field.

Nominate FFC

Webpage for Chicago Reader Best Gym Poll

We couldn’t do it without you!

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‘Unplug’ In Honor Of World Mental Health Day

Photo of a brain and stethoscope for mental health

Join us on Friday, October 10 as we honor World Mental Health Day with “Unplug” – a 15 minute meditation class following one of our regular scheduled classes! Learn how to calm your brain and body with simple meditation techniques and experience an increase in self awareness, clarity and creativity. View the lineup below, then register in the FFC+ app!

FFC Gold Coast: 9:45 – 10:00 AM with Andrea & 12:45-1:00 PM with Marissa
FFC Lincoln Park: 6:30 – 6:45 PM with Darren
FFC Old Town: 7:45 – 8:00 AM with Alice
FFC Oak Park: 6:15 – 6:30 PM with Kyle Z (after restorative yoga)
FFC Park Ridge: 10:30 – 11:00 AM with Annie W
FFC South Loop: 6:00 – 6:15 PM with Todd B
FFC West Loop: 1:15 – 1:30 PM with Keom
FFC Union Station: 1:00 – 1:15 PM with Matthew

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Hispanic Heritage Month Zumba

Hispanic Heritage month logo

Help us celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month with our Team teach Zumba! Zumba fuses Latin/international rhythms and movements. These easy-to-follow dance moves feature intermittent interval training that includes fast and slow rhythms. Fitness Variations help add interval training to tone and sculpt your body while burning fat. No prior dance experience necessary. It’s a Salsa, Merengue, Belly Dance, Reggaeton, Hip Hop and more DANCE party!

  • FFC Oak Park – Sunday, 10/12 at 11 AM with Liz W
  • FFC South Loop – Tuesday, 10/14 at 12 PM with Ramon

Join The Fun. Register in the FFC+ app.

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Halloween Group Fitness Classes

jack o lanterns for Halloween

Join us for some fun, Halloween-themed Group Fitness classes this Spooky season! View the lineup of classes below, then reserve your space in the FFC+ app.

Elmhurst:

  • Saturday, 10/25 at 8:30 AM: Trick or Treat Total Body Blast with Paula G (Costume contest with prizes!)

East Lakeview:

  • Monday, 10/27 at 6:15 PM: Monster Mash-Up Dance Workout with Matt V
  • Monday, 10/27 at 6:15 PM: Spooky Spin with Andrew G
  • Wednesday, 10/29 at 6:15 PM: Spooky Spin with Tony B

Gold Coast:

  • Tuesday, 10/28 at 6:15 AM: Spooky Spin with Lara
  • Wednesday, 10/29 at 5:30 PM: Spooky Spin with Andrew
  • Wednesday, 10/29 at 5:45 PM: Haunted Heated Yoga Sculpt with Jennifer

Lincoln Park:

  • Tuesday, 10/28 at 6:30 PM: Spooky Spin with Becca
  • Tuesday, 10/28 at 7:00 PM: Dance Mash-Up Team Teach
  • Thursday, 10/30 at 12:00 PM: Freakshow Formula 94 with Lara

Oak Park:

  • Sunday, 10/26 at 11:00 AM: Monster Mash Up with Liz W and Kari F (Costume contest with prizes!)
  • Monday, 10/27 at 8:00 AM: Spooky Spin with Amy O
  • Monday, 10/27 at 9:00 AM: Spooky Spin with Amy O
  • Wednesday, 10/29 at 6:30 PM: Monster Mash Up with Andrea S and Mimi D
  • Thursday, 10/30 at 6:00 PM: Freak Show Formula 94 with Ashley P

Old Town:

  • Thursday, 10/31 at 5:45 PM – Boo-Lates with Natasha

Park Ridge:

  • Monday, 10/27 at 9:15 AM: Trick or Treat Total Body Blast with Mari C
  • Tuesday, 10/28 at 7:30 PM: Haunted Heated Yoga Sculpt Team Teach with Abby D & Alexandra C (Costume contest with prizes!)
  • Wednesday, 10/29 at 10:15 AM: Halloween Hydro with Bianca S
  • Thursday, 10/30 at 5:15 AM: Spooky Spin with Janelle S

South Loop:

  • Tuesday, 10/28 at 7:00 AM: Spooky Spin with Danny L
  • Friday, 10/31 at 9:30 AM: Spooky Spin with Nazha A

West Loop:

  • Monday, 10/27 at 5:30 PM: Spooky Spin with Danny L
  • Tuesday, 10/28 at 5:30 PM: Monster Mash-Up Dance Workout with Reina, Dom, and Kaley (Costumes encouraged)
  • Friday, 10/31 at 11:30 AM: Spooky Spin with Brian C
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Fall Nutrition Solutions Program

Registered dietitian vs nutritionist - what's the difference and what a registered dietitian can do for you

The holidays are just around the corner, but you don’t have to wait to start feeling your best! Get ahead of holiday indulgences with our Fall Nutrition Solutions Program.

For just $169/month you’ll receive:

✅ An individualized meal plan tailored to your goals and preferences

✅ Weekly accountability meetings to keep you motivated and on track

✅ Expert guidance to help you enjoy the season without guilt

It’s a smart move to see a dietitian during the holiday season to prevent the dreaded holiday 10-pound weight gain!

Start your nutrition plan this fall so you can feel confident and healthy through the holidays! Email us at nutrition@ffc.com to get started today.

May be covered by insurance, we accept BCBS PPO, UnitedHealthcare PPO, and Cigna PPO; HMOs not accepted.

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