FFC Old Town
Club Programming

Recent news:

Woman walking on a road

Proper form starts from the ground up, but how strong are your feet?

Join Jack Russell on Monday, April 8 from 5:00 – 6:00 PM for a FREE 60-minute Foot Workshop including an assessment of foot mechanics and mobility! Participants will then be guided through exercises to help you improve your foot strength and overall performance. Get ready to…

– Reduce risk of plantar fasciitis
– Build Arch strength
– Create better balance and control
– Enhance jump mechanics

Sign up on the FFC+ App under Club Events or contact Jack Russell jrussell@ffc.com with questions.

A women in a self defense training session

Join us for a Krav Maga Co-Ed Seminar on Sunday, March 10 from 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM. This seminar will give you helpful tools and tactics to keep yourself safe if you’re ever faced with an attack.

Contact Alex Hernandez at ahernandez@ffc.com with any questions or to register.

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For all those who get moving right at sunrise, we appreciate you! Join us on March 25th between 6:00 AM – 9:00 AM for coffee, snacks, and a great start to the day! Bring a friend for the first time between 6:00 AM – 8:00 AM and earn a free Small Group Training session!

Contact Dwight Bratholt at dbratholt@ffc.com for more information.

Welcome new staff to FFC!

Hello!

My name is Carlos L. Ortiz Jr, I was born and raised in Chicago, IL. I am an experienced Aquatic/Program Director, who has worked in a variety of settings, including a Boys and Girls Club, YMCA, and Fitness Centers. With a background in Aquatics, I feel comfortable working with a variety of different people, ranging from young children to older adults. Passionate about maintaining an active lifestyle and encouraging those around me to do so. This includes Swimming, Biking, and engaging in team sports. Team Sports- Both participating and facilitating groups. This includes Basketball, Softball, Volleyball, and Football. I enjoy traveling and I’m interested in learning about different cultures, ethnicities, and people. I am extremely grateful to start working for FFC and excited to see what the future holds!

Carlos Ortiz Jr. the Sandburg Pool Manager

Shamrock shuffle Chicago participant

Calling all participants of the Shamrock Shuffle on March 24! Bring in your bib number to the front desk between March 1 – 31 to be entered into a raffle and win a free personal training session, Pilates session, or 30-minute massage.

Raffle entries will be pulled on Monday, April 1, and will be sent out to members that week. Services are available for redemption at the Old Town location (besides massage) as soon as they’re received by the member. Prizes can also be transferred to another member if they choose. Contact Michael Brierton at mbrierton@ffc.com with any questions.