FFC West Loop
Club Programming

Recent news:

Intro to Women’s Self Defense Bootcamp

A women in a self defense training session

Arwaa is certified in CFMA (Chinese Filipino Martial Arts) which has a broad scope of
mixed martial arts (boxing, jiu-jitsu, muy thai) and self-defense. This class will focus on the basics of blocking, how to throw the most commonly used punches, and how to create space between you and any potential threat. Each 1-hour class will not only develop a necessary skill but will also be an excellent calorie-burning activity. The cost is $128 for 4 classes each month.

Things to achieve include:

  • Block 1- Catch
  • 1,2 combinations (jab, cross)
  • Kick (front leg)
  • Knee (front leg)
  • Start target practice
  • How to fall (clap out)

Participants will need to purchase Target Boxing Pad and MMA Boxing Gloves for the class. No experience is necessary. Contact Arwaa at ataiyab@ffc.com for more info.

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New Winter Group Fitness Classes

Members taking a group fitness class.

Join us for our new winter group fitness classes starting in January!

  • WERQ Dance Fitness – Saturdays at 9:30 AM
  • Vinyasa Yoga – Saturdays at 4:00 PM

Book your spot today in the FFC+ app!

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New Format – Progression Obsession

Members doing a high intensity workout with weights.

Join us for a new class format – Progression Obsession on Thursdays at 6:30 PM and Sundays at 10:45 AM! This total body interval class includes upper body strength, core, and PROGRESSIONS of lower body conditioning for an intense workout. The class takes you through three 9-minute blocks followed by a high-intensity finisher, and an abdominal/low back section! Get ready to experience your new Obsession.

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West Loop Run Club

A group of people running on the treadmill

Come one, come all to an all-inclusive Run Club that celebrates runners of all levels on Sundays at 1:00 PM. Learn about technique, and form, and meet new friends! If weather permits, the run will take place outdoors, if the weather is bad, we will be doing treadmill workouts.

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New Registered Dietician at FFC West Loop

Welcome new staff to FFC!

Hi everyone! My name is Leah. I have been working at FFC Park Ridge as a registered dietitian for 8 months and am now helping at our West Loop location on Thursdays and Elmhurst location on Mondays. A little about myself; in school, I double majored earning a Bachelor of Science Degree in Nutrition and Dietetics as well as Spanish Studies. I also have a Master’s Degree in Business Administration. I have always been an athlete and played competitive soccer in college so I love to talk about how to use food to fuel and recover your body. I also help a lot of clients who are seeking weight loss or body recomposition and their stories have taught me the invaluable outcome of confidence that people get when they eat well and exercise regularly. I have a habit-centered approach to nutrition counseling, meaning I work with clients on building small, attainable habits to achieve large, sustainable health outcomes. I’m excited to work with you all!

To get in touch, email me at lkostos@ffc.com.

Registered dietician Leah Kostos

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