Welcome new staff to FFC!

FFC Park Ridge has a new Climbing Wall Coordinator!

Meet our new Climbing Wall Coordinator, Megan Kelleher. Megan Kelleher is an experienced rock climber and fitness professional with a diverse background in wellness, entrepreneurship, and yoga. She discovered her passion for top rope climbing in Northern California as a teen and has since continued climbing at gyms like FFC, where she’s been a member since 2019.

Megan is currently pursuing a Business Administration degree with a minor in Entrepreneurship at DePaul University. She also has over a decade worth of experience in the health and wellness industry, including earning her 200-hour yoga certification in 2005. She has assisted multiple yoga teacher training programs and has taught yoga periodically, which has given her a strong foundation in mindful movement, body awareness, and coaching others to achieve their physical potential.

In addition to her fitness expertise, Megan previously ran a product design studio in Chicago’s West Loop, working with companies such as Therabody (Theragun) and Factor 75 to develop innovative wellness products. This blend of business acumen and fitness knowledge positions her to create engaging, results-driven programs for FFC Park Ridge’s climbing wall.

Stay tuned for more information on climbing events coming soon!

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Sound Bath and Guided Meditation

Enjoy the Healing Sound Bowl and Guided Meditation portion of class to help clear energy blocks and restore harmony and peace in the body on Sunday, January 26 from 6:00 – 7:00 PM. Feel free to bring friends and family.

This event is complimentary, make sure you book in advance in the FFC+ app.

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Complimentary Workshop: How to make new habits stick in 2025.

In this one-hour hands-on workshop on Tuesday, January 7 at 6:15 PM, learn how to apply the science of behavior change to your life and your New Years Resolutions.

This workshop is led by Stephanie Campione. Stephanie has 22 years in the training and coaching industry. As a National Board Certified Health and Wellness Coach, Stephanie helps those she works with to create sustainable lasting habits. This is a complimentary workshop you will not want to miss!

Contact Stephanie at scampione@ffc.com to RSVP.

Facial Massage Treatment

$115 Facial Peels

From January 1 – 31, enjoy a discounted $115 Facial Peel (facials at FFC Oak Park and FFC Park Ridge). The Hibiscus Flower Peel contains a complex of azelaic and mandelic acids that increases cellular turnover and cell energy while the hibiscus acid increases hydration, DNA protection and brightening properties in the skin. The DNAge A Peel is a great treatment that impacts skin at a cellular level, repairing damage and increasing collagen production for total rejuvenation.

Book your service in the FFC+ app!

Red Light Sauna Therapy at FFC West Loop.

Red Light Therapy and Private Infrared Sauna Now Available at FFC West Loop

Come enjoy your private Red Light Therapy or Infrared Sauna session in our spa, and receive all the anti-aging benefits along with the recovery aspects.

$25 for a 20 min session – purchase and book a session in the FFC+ app.

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Sound Bath and Guided Meditation

Enjoy the Healing Sound Bowl and Guided Meditation portion of class to help clear energy blocks and restore harmony and peace in the body on December 31 from 6:00 – 7:00 PM. Feel free to bring friends and family. This event is complimentary, make sure you book in advance in the FFC+ app.

For more details, email acastillo@ffc.com.

 

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December Holiday Hours 2024

We wish you all a happy, healthy holiday season! Please find our holiday hours for all FFC locations below. All members will have access to all clubs on these days. Have a great holiday!

Tuesday, December 24

  • West Loop, Gold Coast, Lincoln Park, East Lakeview, Oak Park, Park Ridge, Elmhurst, South Loop, Old Town – 7 AM – 5 PM
  • Union Station: Closed

Wednesday, December 25

  • West Loop, Gold Coast, Lincoln Park, East Lakeview, Oak Park, Park Ridge, Elmhurst – 7 AM – 1 PM
  • Old Town, South Loop, Union Station: Closed

Thursday, December 26

  • Regular hours resume for all locations.

Tuesday, December 31

  • West Loop, Gold Coast, Lincoln Park, East Lakeview, Oak Park, Park Ridge, Elmhurst, South Loop, Old Town, Union Station: Closes at 7 PM

Wednesday, January 1

  • West Loop, Gold Coast, Lincoln Park, East Lakeview, Oak Park, Park Ridge, Elmhurst: 7 AM – 5 PM
  • Old Town, South Loop, Union Station: Closed

Thursday, January 2

  • Regular club hours resume for all locations.

 

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FFC East Lakeview Closed For Maintenance On 12/21

Members, this is a heads-up that FFC East Lakeview will be closed for annual maintenance on Saturday, December 21.

We appreciate your understanding. For additional questions, email Sarah at sfassett@ffc.com.

FFC East Lakeview will resume normal business hours on Sunday, December 22.

 

Member of the Month at FFC

Member of the Month – Anna Soukup

Meet our Member of the Month, Anna Soukup! See the Q&A to learn more about ’s FFC Anna’s Story:

  1. What does membership at FFC mean to you? 

Having a membership means investing in a healthy lifestyle and with a community of people with similar interests.

  1. When I am at FFC you will find me…

You will find me at the pool.

  1. I work out to…

I workout to create a daily habit that I want as part of my life.  It also helps me feel like I accomplished a great deal first thing in the morning.

Oak Park December member of the month Ana Soukup

Indoor Triathlon swimmers

Indoor Triathlon

Come join us for the 2025 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, January 18 at 8:00 AM AND Saturday, March 8 at 8:00 AM
  • FFC Union Station (444 W. Jackson Blvd., Chicago, IL, 60606)
  • $75 per person for one race | $125 per person for both races – To register, visit the group fitness section in FFC+ app, set your club location to Union Station, then choose the date of the event from the calendar.

What’s included with your race entry:

  • Finisher’s Certificate
  • $15 off a Grit Endurance Swim Lesson
  • $15 off a FFC massage

Race structure:

  • 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.)
  • 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