Wine & Tequila Tasting

Come join us for a wine and tequila tasting on the pool deck on Thursday, August 10 from 4:00 – 6:00 PM. Try samples of Summer water, Arette, and Los Monteros, and enjoy some swag giveaways!

Contact Nicole Friedman at nfriedman@ffc.com for more info!

End Of Summer Dance Team Teach at FFC West Loop!

Join us for an ‘End Of Summer DANCE’ team teach with Dominick, BiBi, Reina, and Spencer!

The class will be on the outdoor pool deck on Friday, August 25 at 5:30 PM! Enjoy complimentary lite bites and drink specials at the Splash Bar following class!

Guests are welcome at no cost – reserve your spot in the FFC+ app!

Relax, Recover And Reset With A Free Chair Massage

Join us on Tuesday, August 22 from 9:30 AM – 12:00 PM and Wednesday, August 23 from 4:30 – 7:00 PM for a free 10-minute chair massage!

Recovery is an important component of a balanced wellness plan. By taking time to recover, we address the soreness and aches that inevitably come with regular exercise. Massage is one of the best ways to speed up your recovery and keep you feeling your best. It reduces pain, soreness, and stress, improves circulation, and increases relaxation and sleep.

Email Breanna Jones at bjones@ffc.com to book your appointment.

Our Intro To Series Is Back!

FFC’s ‘Intro To’ series is back! Join Coaches Deon and Leila on the turf for a jumpstart into fundamental barbell exercises and learn how to maximize your movements!

  • August 5: Intro to Deadlifts
  • August 12: Intro to Bench Press
  • August 19: Intro to Overhead Presses
  • August 26: Intro to Kickboxing

Register in the FFC+ app or reach out to dmorrissette@ffc.com to reserve your spot!

DASH Fitness at FFC East Lakeview

DASH, Developing Active Senior Health, is a special FFC community, designed for people who want to stay active, fit, healthy, and social, all the days of their life.

DASH Group Fitness Class – Every Friday at 9 AM with Jaron
Join Coach Jaron every week as he highlights ways to keep your body strong and your movements dynamic through focused workouts, and become part of a lively social community!

 

IronRide at FFC East Lakeview

Are you looking for an efficient and effective group fitness class? IronRide is for you! Get the best of two different workouts with this interval fusion class combining the cardio benefits of spinning and the strength benefits of off-the-bike resistance work. Join Jen every Thursday night at 6:45 PM.

Reserve your spot through the FFC+ app 48 hours in advance.

Run Strong at FFC East Lakeview!

Are you an avid runner looking to enhance your running performance? Join Coach Deon Morrissette to learn how weekly strength training sessions will help you run faster, farther and reduce your risk of injury!

Contact Deon at dmorrissette@ffc.com for a free consultation to become a stronger runner.

Special Group Fitness Classes At FFC Lincoln Park In August

Join us for a special line-up of group fitness classes in August! View the schedule below, then reserve your spot in the FFC+ app!

End Of Summer RIDE! Team Teach with Becca & Trevor

  • Tuesday, August 29 at 6:30 PM

WERQ it, Ladies! Team Teach with Kaley & Jaime

  • Wednesday, August 16 at 6:30 PM

Summer School is in Session at FFC Lincoln Park

A great HIIT workout is the perfect way to start your day – join Coach Greg Robbins for a total body bootcamp on Mondays and Fridays at 9:00 AM on the turf. Greg has over 20 years of personal training experience and guarantees a great workout each time. This class is perfect for teachers on summer vacation or any member that is looking to change up their routine.

Email cberlanga@ffc.com for registration and details.

Private Kickboxing Lessons With Personal Trainer Jaron

Enhance your fitness while enjoying the most fun workout of your week! With private kickboxing training, you’ll get an amazing cardio and core workout with striking drills, body weight exercises, core work, and more.

Channel your inner champion by contacting Jaron at jmojet@ffc.com to sign up or for more information.

Intro to Group Fitness Classes at FFC Elmhurst

FFC’s ‘Intro To’ series is back! Spice up your workout routine with a variety of 30-minute group fitness classes!

Spin

  • Thursday, August 3 at 5:30 PM
  • Saturday, August 5 at 9:00 AM

Yoga

  • Thursday, August 3 at 7:00 PM
  • Saturday, August 5 at 11:45 AM

Pilates Mat

  • Wednesday, August 2 at 4:00 PM
  • Sunday, August 6 at 11:00 AM

Register in the FFC+ app today to reserve your spot!

Special Group Fitness Classes in August

Dance the Night Away
Join Jessica and Rachael on Thursday, August 3 for an evening of dance fitness. The evening starts in the Group Fitness Studio with Zumba at 6:00 PM and continues with IGNITE Dancefit at 7:00 PM. IGNITE Dancefit is a music-driven group exercise class where you can dance Latin, hip-hop, African, bhangra, pop, rock, and Bollywood along with boxing, aerobics, HIIT, and more.

National Relaxation Day
Join Emily on Tuesday, August 15 for a Restorative Yoga class followed by a sound bath and meditation in the Mind Body Studio from 7:00 – 8:30 PM in commemoration of National Relaxation Day.

Complimentary for members – bring a guest for $10. Reserve your spot in the FFC+ app today!

Parents Night Out: Back to School!

Join us Saturday, August 19 from 5:00 – 8:00 PM for a night of fun and games. We take the kids while you enjoy an evening at the theater, a romantic dinner, time with friends, or quiet time with your partner. We will be playing games in the gym and watching a fun movie in the Kids Club.

Registration ends Thursday, August 17 at 8:00 PM. Stop by the Kids Club to pre-register. Contact Jaime Mules at jmules@ffc.com jmules@ffc.com for more information.

Family Outdoor Pool Party And Yoga Class On The Outdoor Turf

Bring the family for an afternoon of fun, food, and yoga at the outdoor pool on Sunday, August 20 from 12:00 – 4:00 PM. Join in a family yoga class on the pool deck with Teresa from 12:00 – 12:45 PM, then spend the afternoon relaxing by the pool.

To RSVP or for more information, contact Jaime at jmules@ffc.com.

Puppuccino On The Plaza

Attention dog owners! Walk your dog over to the outdoor plaza on Saturday, August 26 from 8:30 AM – 9:15 AM for a special treat in celebration of National Dog Day! The first 50 dogs will receive a Puppuccino.

For more information, please contact Cailey Mazur at cmazur@ffc.com.

The FFC Runs Elmhurst Training Program Is Here!

Are you a runner? Or not a runner at all and want to get into running? FFC Runs Elmhurst is an 18-week running program designed for individuals training for a 5k, half marathon, or marathon. This running group will meet 3x a week to run together, and a strength training program will be included as well. Enjoy running with a community and get the essential strength training needed to be injury free! 

The program meets Tuesdays at 5:00 PM, Wednesdays at 6:00 AM, and Sundays at 7:00 AM. Contact Ashley Buado abuado@ffc.com for more information and to register.

FFC Gold Coast Anniversary Party

Help us celebrate 29 years of serving the Gold Coast community on Thursday, August 24 from 6:30 PM – 9:00 PM! We will have a DJ along with light-passed hors d’oeuvres and a cash bar. Proceeds from the bar will benefit PAWS. RSVP is required using the Club Events section of our FFC+ app, and each member can bring one non-member guest.

Space is limited to the first 300 guests to RSVP – we hope to see you there! Weather permitting, this will be an outdoor rooftop event.

‘Boys of Summer’ Team Teach With Dominick & Spencer At FFC Gold Coast!

Join us for a special ‘Boys of Summer’ team teach with Dominick & Spencer!

The class is Tuesday, August 29 at 6:30 PM.

Register in the FFC+ app. Guests are welcome at no cost.

Let The Dogs Out

In the lead-up to our anniversary party supporting PAWS, we are creating a member board to showcase all members’ furry beasts throughout August. Email your favorite photo of your dog to Nicole at NCobb@ffc.com and get entered into a prize drawing. Five lucky members will be picked at noon on the day of our member party to win a cool prize!

All photos will be posted on our HUGE DOG BOARD by the front desk – photos accepted starting now!

Have You Met With Matt Or Ricky Results?

Ricky Results, the name speaks for itself, is truly dedicated to helping his clients get the results they want! If it’s been a while since you’ve done a 1 rep max test or spoken with a specialist for a plan to hit a new PR, Matt is your guy!

Contact Ricky at rrendon@ffc.com, contact Matt at mreahl@ffc.com, or feel free to stop by the Personal Trainers desk to schedule a consultation with them!

 

FFC Lincoln Park personal trainer Ricky Rendon on the rooftop with a client

 

FFC Lincoln Park personal trainer Matt Reahl