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What is Pilates good for, anyway? Here are some benefits of Pilates!

Celebrate National Pilates Month with us! From May 18–23, enjoy complimentary classes and bring a guest along. Check out the schedule below and reserve your spot in the FFC+ app.

Elmhurst:

  • Open House: Wednesday, May 20 from 5-9 PM
  • Pilates for Athletic Performance – Runners: Tuesday, 5/19 at 5 PM
  • Pilates for Athletic Performance – Upper Body Barbell: Tuesday, 5/19 at 7 PM
  • Pilates for Men: Wednesday, 5/20 at 5 PM
  • Pilates for Athletic Performance – Lower Body Barbell: Wednesday, 5/20 at 7 PM
  • Pilates for Athletic Performance – Hot Pilates: Wednesday 5/20 at 8 PM and 8:30 PM
  • Pilates 101: Thursday, 5/21 at 6 PM
  • Pilates for Athletic Performance – Body Dumbbell Push: Thursday, 5/21 at 7 PM

Gold Coast:

  • Open House: Saturday, May 16 from 1-2 PM
  • Pilates 101: Monday, May 18 at 6 PM with Natasha
  • Pilates for Athletic Performance: Tuesday, May 19 at 5 PM
  • Pilates for Men: Wednesday, May 20 at 5:30 PM

Lincoln Park:

  • Open House: Monday, May 18 from 4:30-6:30 PM
  • Pilates for Men: Tuesday, May 19 at 5 PM
  • Pilates 101: Wednesday, May 20 at 5:00 PM
  • Pilates for Athletic Performance: Thursday, May 21 at 6 PM

Oak Park:

  • Open House: Saturday, 5/23 from 1-3 PM – 4, 25-minute sessions
  • Pilates for Men – Monday, 5/18 at 1 PM
  • Pilates 101 – Monday, 5/18 at 5:30 PM
  • Pilates for Athletic Performance – Healthy Feet: Tuesday, 5/19 at 10 AM
  • Pilates for Athletic Performance – Runners: Thursday, 5/21 at 7 AM
  • Pilates for Athletic Performance – Healthy Shoulders: Thursday, 5/21 at 10 AM
  • Pilates for Men – Friday, 5/22 at 12 PM

Old Town:

  • Open House: Tuesday, 5/19 from 5-7 PM – 4 mini sessions
  • Pilates 101: Monday, May 18 at 10 AM with Amy
  • Pilates for Men: Thursday, May 21, at 5 PM with Amy
  • Pilates for Athletic Performance: Saturday, May 23 at 10 AM

Union Station:

  • Open House: Saturday, 5/23 from 10 AM – 12 PM – 4, 25 min sessions
  • Pilates 101: Tuesday, 5/19 at 12 PM
  • Pilates for Athletic Performance: Wednesday, 5/20 at 5:30 PM
  • Pilates for Men: Thursday, 5/21 at 5:30 PM

West Loop:

  • Open House: Saturday, 5/23 from 12-2 PM – 4, 25-minute sessions
  • Athletic Pilates: Tuesday, 5/19 at 6:30 AM & 7:30 AM with Raven
  • Men’s Pilates: Tuesday, 5/19 at 7:30 PM with Deo
  • Intro to Pilates: Thursday, 5/21 at 5:00 PM with Paula
Happy Earth Day logo

Join us the week of Earth Day for some Spin classes, plus we’re giving away special seed packets at all Earth Ride classes!

East Lakeview

April 22:

  • 10:00 AM: Earth Day Yoga with Beth
  • 6:15 PM: Earth Day Ride with Tony
  • 7:15 PM: Earth Day Yoga with Sara

Elmhurst

Aprill 22:

  • 9:30 AM: Earth Day Yoga with Greg

Gold Coast

April 22:

  • 9:00 AM: Earth Day Yoga with Mary
  •  5:30 PM: Earth Day Ride with Andrew

Lincoln Park

April 22:

  • 10:00 AM: Earth Day Yoga with Nicole

Oak Park

April 22:

  • 9:00 AM: Earth Day Ride with Hannah

Old Town

April 22:

  • 12:00 PM: Earth Day Yoga with Marissa

Park Ridge

April 22:

  • 4:30 PM: Earth Day Yoga with Werner

South Loop

April 22:

  • 5:30 PM: Earth Day Ride with Becca
  • 6:00 PM: Earth Day Yoga with Keom

Union Station

  • 9:30 AM: Earth Day Yoga with Greg

West Loop

April 22:

  • 5:30 PM: Earth Day Ride with Daniela
  • 6:30 PM: Earth Day Yoga with Deo

Sign up today in the FFC+ app!

Runner tying shoelaces.

Run Smarter. Train Stronger. Race Better. Join the Elmhurst Run Club!

Membership Includes:
• Personalized Gait Analysis
• Two Workouts Per Week
• Monthly Training Program
• Exclusive Race Singlet
• One Infrared Sauna Session Monthly ($25 value)
• 10% Off Massage or Nutrition Coaching*
• Discounts on Local Races

Membership is $65/month, but if you join by April 30, you can lock in an introductory rate of $55/month.

Ready to elevate your run? Contact Chris at cpelz@ffc.com for more information.

*Discounts cannot be combined.

Benefits of Pilates After Pregnancy

Ring in the new year with a sampling of Pilates mini-classes. Move with intention and nourish your body from the inside out. Register in the FFC+ app and enjoy protein treats after class!

Gold Coast:

  • Saturday, January 10 from 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM

West Loop:

  • Sunday, January 11 at 1:00 PM, 1:30 PM & 2:00 PM

Old Town:

  • Sunday, January 25 at 10:00 AM

Park Ridge:

  • Sunday, January 18 from 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM
  • Tuesday, January 20 from 6:00 PM – 7:00 PM

Elmhurst:

  • Monday, January 26 at 9:30 AM and 11:00 AM
  • Wednesday, January 28 at 5:15 PM and 7:00 PM

Lincoln Park:

  • Tuesday, January 27 at 6:00 AM and 6:30 AM
  • Thursday, January 29 at 5:00 PM and 5:30 PM
Indoor Triathlon swimmers

Come join us for the 2026 FFC Indoor Triathlon Series, powered by Grit Endurance! This is a great opportunity for athletes of all levels, from beginners to advanced. Whether you are looking to complete your first triathlon in a controlled environment or challenge yourself to improve your performance, this race is for you!

Race Dates and Locations:

  • Saturday, February 28 at 8:00 AM
  • FFC Union Station (444 W. Jackson Blvd., Chicago, IL, 60606)
  • $65 per athlete – To register, visit the ‘Leagues & Events’ section in FFC+ app

What’s included with your race entry:

  • Finisher’s Certificate
  • $15 off a Grit Endurance Swim Lesson
  • $15 off a FFC massage

Race structure:

  • Waves start every 25 minutes
  • 10-minute pool swim
  • 15-minute transition to spin bikes
  • 30-minute bike
  • 5-minute transition to treadmills
  • 20-minute run

How it will work and FAQs:

  • Waves of 4 athletes will start the race every 25 minutes, beginning at 8:00 AM. Your wave time will be first come first serve based on your registration order (i.e, the first 4 registrants start at 8:00 AM, next 4 at 8:25 AM, etc.). Final start times will be communication about 3 days prior to the race start.
  • Athletes will have access to the pool for 15 minutes prior to their wave to warm up.
  • Race results will be based on total distance covered during the swim, bike and run portions based on the following weighting system:
    -Swim: 10x distance covered
    -Bike: 1x distance covered
    -Run: 3x distance covered
  • Athletes will have access to the locker rooms, showers, drinking fountains, etc., but should bring their own nutrition/hydration as needed.
  • Athletes should arrive at least 20 minutes prior to their wave time to check in, get changed, and get to the pool for the swim start (you must be on time to your wave start in order to participate!)
  • The pool is 24.6 yards long, and is a maximum of 4 feet and 3 inches deep