FFC South Loop
Club Programming

Recent news:

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!

Indoor Triathlon swimmers

Come join us for the 2026 FFC Indoor Triathlon, 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.
Coat drive photo

Join us November 15 – December 15 during club hours for our Holiday Coat Drive! We’re collecting new and gently used coats for children, adults, and families in need through New Life Centers of Chicagoland. Drop your donations in the main lobby collection bin and help us make a difference this winter.

Contact Ramie Reed at rreed@ffc.com with questions.

Happy Thanksgiving sign

Join us during Thanksgiving weekend for some fun, themed Group Fitness classes! View the lineup of classes below, then reserve your space in the FFC+ app.

Elmhurst 

Friday, November 28

  • FriendsGiving Formula 94 Team Teach (60 Min): 9:30 AM with Lila A & Cori H

East Lakeview 

Friday, November 28

  • Black Friday Body Blast Team Teach: 12 PM with David & Matt
  • ThanksSPINNING Team Teach: 11:15 AM

Lincoln Park 

Friday, November 28

  • Black Friday Body Blast: 11 AM with Lois

Oak Park 

Thursday, November 27

  • ThankSPINNING Fundraiser for Beyond Hunger: 8:00 – 10:30 AM with Craig (A food or monetary donation is required to participate).

Friday, November 28

  • Black Friday Body Blast: 9:15 AM with Kari

Park Ridge 

Friday, November 28

  • Black Friday Body Blast: 9:30 AM with Mari C

South Loop

Friday, November 28

  • Black Friday Body Blast: 10:30 AM with Nazha A
Glasses of prosecco

Kick off the holiday season with gratitude, good vibes, and great company! Bring a friend and join us for a fun, full-body Pilates mat team teach with Linda Spriggs, Ruth Pio, and Justin Garvy. After class meet us in the lobby for a cozy Friendsgiving social. Enjoy signature cocktails by Keysentials, charcuterie boards, raffles, and games — all while celebrating friendship and community at FFC South Loop.

Register in the FFC+ app.