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NOON Year’s Eve Celebration

Children playing at daycare Kids Club

Join us on the Sports Court for some family fun to celebrate the New Year on Saturday, December 27, from 11:30 AM – 1:00 PM! Enjoy New Year’s themed games, crafts, a bounce house, face painting, photo opportunities, and a balloon drop at NOON. Pre-register by December 20 and receive a holiday discount: $5 per child for members and $8 per child for non-members. The day-of cost is $8 per child for members and $10 per child for non-members. Please check in at the front desk to pay and receive a wristband to get a goodie bag. THIS IS NOT A DROP-OFF EVENT. A PARENT MUST BE PRESENT WITH CHILDREN

For questions, contact Dawn Brunner at dbrunner@ffc.com

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Kids Winter Break Camp

Photo of two young girls smiling and having fun

Join us for Winter Break Camp on Monday, December 22 and 29; Tuesday, December 23 and 30; and Friday, December 26 and January 2 from 8:30 AM – 4:00 PM! Enjoy swimming, crafts/STEM activities, gym games, and rock climbing. Register for as many or as few days as you want. Register by Monday, December 8, for all 6 days to receive the early bird rate.

Stop by the Kids Club to register or for more inf,o contact Dawn Brunner at dbrunner@ffc.com.

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Holiday Sing-ALong

Holiday sing along

Come on out to FFC’s Holiday sing-along and enjoy a special visit from Santa! Bring your family and friends – guests are welcome.

The Cafe and Bar will have holiday specials just for the event!

Let’s spread some Holiday Cheer at FFC!

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Indoor Triathlon

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
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2 New Matrix Ascent Trainers Have Arrived at FFC Park Ridge

New arrivals at FFC!

Key Features:
1. Adjustable Incline + Stride
2. Smooth, Silent, Friction-Free Workout
3. Designed to Support All Fitness Levels
4. Stream Workouts & Stay Connected With Bluetooth Integration

More machines. Less wait time. Bigger gains. Try them today!

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