Join us Saturday, October 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 Kid’s Club.
Stop by the Kid’s Club to pre-register or contact Jaime at jmules@ffc.com for more information.
Cool Down with Fresh Ingredients and Flavor in Every Sip! We’re excited to introduce our new cold brew coffee, now available in three delicious flavors! Made with only the freshest, high-quality coffee beans and natural ingredients, our cold brew is the perfect way to refresh your day. Whether you’re a fan of classic coffee or something a little different, we’ve got a flavor for you.
Put on your favorite pink workout gear and invite all your besties to Barre at FFC Lincoln Park on Tuesday, October 15 at 5:45 PM. Refreshments will be provided!! This is a fun, full body workout that blends the best of barre exercises with cardio intervals.
RSVP with rreed@ffc.com.
Right before you hit the town for the night, join us for a night of dancing and mingling at the Salsa Social on Friday, October 25 at 6 PM. We will learn the basics of Salsa with Reynaldo Sanchez during the first hour, and afterward we invite you to enjoy some sparkling refreshments and practice your moves with your new dance partners.
RSVP with Ramie at rreed@ffc.com.
Are you running the Chicago Marathon for the first time this month? Let us know at the front desk next time you’re at the club! We are so excited to support you in this incredible accomplishment and want to celebrate your success! Good luck!
Take your Step class to the next level and challenge yourself with the Step Challenge with Kari on Monday, October 21 from 9:00 – 9:45 AM! This format increases the intensity and cardio burn for a more advanced workout.
Register in the FFC+ app!
Join us for a fun filled spooky Halloween complete with a masquerade ball, theme mask and big fancy hair on October 25 from 5:00 – 8:00 PM! Pizza, Chips and Juice Boxes Included!
Registration REQUIRED by October 22, 2024. $35 per child/$45 for two for FFC members. Non-Members are always welcome for $5 more for each child!
Please register with Marianne @mfrianeza@ffc.com.
Are you running the Chicago Marathon? Show us your bib to get entered to win a free 60 minute training session, 50 minute Pilates session, or 2 bonus guest passes for the month of November! Good luck!
Join us on Thursday, October 31 at 7:00 AM for BooCamp with Jack! This will be on the FFC Old Town Turf Area. Wear a costume to receive a free guest pass or guest entry!
Email jrussell@ffc.com to sign up
Join us Friday, October 11 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 spooky games, making crafts, having pizza, and watching a fun movie. The cost is $35 per child or $45 for 2 children of members. There is an additional $5 charge for non members. Registration ends Wednesday, October 9. This is for children ages 3-8 years old.
Stop by the Kid’s Club to pre-register or contact Dawn Brunner at dbrunner@ffc.com for more information.
Join us on Halloween (Thursday, October 31) and bring your halloween costume to the club (option to workout in them is encouraged)! At the end of the day we will judge who had the best costume.
Questions? Contact Stephanie at shake@ffc.com!
Get in on the heavy rope training trend! FFC Union Station is adding a Fall Group Fitness Class: Urban Athlete on Tuesdays at 6:45 AM with Kristen Icardi! This total body circuit class keeps you moving through a diverse selection of challenging anaerobic and aerobic drills. Achieve a higher level of fitness and explore the athlete in you!
Questions? Contact Kristen at kicardi@ffc.com!
FFC Union Station is adding a new class, Challenge the Runner: Tread with TBC! Challenge the runner inside of you with this Treadmill based aerobic class on Wednesdays at 5:15 AM.
Questions? Contact Dominick at ddefranco@ffc.com!
Outdoor pool season ends on October 14! Get your swim in before the end of the year!
Come visit us in our lobby on Halloween and enjoy some trick or treat candy and our bounce house. Open to non-members as well!
The Indoor pool will be closed for annual Maintenance at the end of November. Stay tuned for dates and more info in the coming weeks.
Enjoy complimentary champagne and try out any of our Recovery Lounge options for free on October 22 from 5:00 – 8:00 PM!
Join us as we honor World Mental Health Day with “Unplug” – a 15 minute meditation class following one of our regular scheduled classes on Thursday, October 10! Learn how to calm your brain and body with simple meditation techniques. Experience an increase in self awareness, clarity and creativity. See below for which class will have a meditation class following it. Register for a spot in the FFC+ App!
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To participate in our Summer ’24 FFC Elmhurst x Brewpoint Coffee Giveaway, head to our Instagram page!
SUMMER ’24 FFC ELMHURST X BREWPOINT COFFEE GIVEAWAY RULES, TERMS AND CONDITIONS:
FFC Elmhurst x Brewpoint Coffee (https://brewpointcoffee.com/) Summer ’24 Giveaway ends Monday, September 2, 2024 at 11:59 PM CST. Winner will be notified by Tuesday, September 3, 2024 by Instagram Direct Message. One winner will receive a party at the FFC Elmhurst Splash Bar and/or Outdoor Pool for themselves and three friends with a $100 food and beverage credit, 1 $50 Brewpoint Coffee gift card (can be redeemed instore or online), 1 FFC t-shirt, 1 FFC drawstring bag, 1 Brewpoint bag, 1 bottle of Brewpoint Nova Cold Brew Concentrate (32 oz. glass bottle with approximately 16 servings), 1 glass beer can from Brewpoint, and a couple of fun Brewpoint decals! This promotion is in no way sponsored, endorsed or administered by, or associated with, Instagram. Both FFC members and non-members are eligible to win. Employees of FFC, and their parents, subsidiaries, affiliates, promotion and advertising agencies, and members of their immediate families (spouse and parents, children and siblings and their respective spouses, regardless of where they reside) and persons living in the same household, whether or not related, of such employees, are not eligible to enter or win. Winner will be selected at random using a randomizer software platform. No purchase necessary. Purchase does not enhance the chance of winning. Void where prohibited. You must be 18 years of age or older, live in the Greater Chicago area and hold a valid photo ID with an Illinois address to be eligible to enter. The contents of the giveaway cannot be redeemed for cash value or transferred. The contents of the giveaway must be redeemed with Fitness Formula Clubs Elmhurst by October 31, 2024.
Lisa Brigham has been a member of Fitness Formula Clubs (FFC) in the Chicago Suburbs for over 17 years. Lisa has always prioritized health and wellness in her busy life. A mom of 3 teens who works a full-time job, Lisa has always been determined to improve her health. FFC Oak Park has provided a space for her to focus on herself outside her busy work and family life. Through Lisa’s 17 years of being a member, FFC has continuously given her more ways to enhance her workouts. Her health has benefited in unexpected and exciting ways.
FFC in Chicago is the holistic health solution that has immensely improved Lisa’s mental and physical well being. FFC has given Lisa much more than a fitness floor with machines. For 17 years out of the 40 years FFC has been around, FFC has provided her with an entire community filled with group fitness classes, nutrition guidance, a relaxing space for recovery and so much more.
“I am obsessed with the benefits FFC has added to my life, and I have been able to climb towards my goals and become my healthiest self, all thanks to my membership.”
Lisa started attending daily group fitness classes and quickly realized how beneficial the classes were for her health journey. Through Lisa’s fitness journey at FFC, she has lost over 20 pounds due to her dedication. She has more energy and is in a better mood after spending her mornings at FFC each day.
FFC Group Fitness Classes have been a key aspect in Lisa’s health journey. She has tried an exceptional amount of classes from Pilates to yoga to strength training. Not only are FFC classes convenient for her extremely busy schedule; they also push her out of her comfort zone. Lisa has a blast trying various forms of exercise through a variety of exciting classes that FFC offers. As someone who used to say, “I hate spin,” she now adores it and takes a spin class every Monday and Friday morning! She is able to enjoy and appreciate spin as it puts less pressure on her joints, allowing her to maintain a fitness routine even when her muscles are sore from her other FFC Group Fitness Classes.
In addition to her spin classes, Lisa frequently prioritizes the 9:00 am Endura 94 heated workout classes. This heated workout class focuses on building endurance while simultaneously strengthening every muscle in your body. When Lisa wants to give up during a particularly tough workout, she is encouraged to keep going through the supportive atmosphere of her instructors and friends, motivating her to push through her discomfort.
These classes remind Lisa of why she attends FFC daily and why she decided to become a member. The combination of mentally and physically challenging classes help her stay motivated. Fitness has become not just a routine for Lisa, but also a rewarding experience. Convincing friends and family around her to join classes has become a hobby. Lisa loves seeing them discover their own strength and resilience! The progress Lisa sees in herself and her community reinforces her commitment to FFC. Her daily attendance is nonnegotiable. These classes are more than just workouts; they are a significant part of her journey to becoming a healthier and happier individual.
Lisa has built close friendships through FFC that encourage her to wake up each morning and come to class. FFC Group Fitness Classes have helped Lisa establish these friendships both in and outside of the club. As Lisa has explored new motives for fitness, she has encouraged her friends to to step out of their comfort zone as well. These bonds are a key reason Lisa eagerly wakes up each morning to attend class.
The environment has expanded beyond FFC. Attending morning classes has lead to catch ups with her gym friends after class. After a hard workout, Lisa and her friends will treat themselves to coffee before beginning their workday. They enjoy talking about their fitness journey in addition to other activities going on in their hectic lives, blossoming a strong friendship. These friendships provide Lisa with the benefit of feeling part of a tight-knit community. Her overall mood is boosted both in and out of the club.
Lisa knows that mental health is just as important as physical in one’s overall health. Working out and engaging with the FFC community has helped decrease her stress and enhance her job satisfaction. Beginning each day with a workout has given Lisa a sense of focus, making tackling work tasks tremendously easier. Not only does starting the day with a workout energize Lisa, but it also sets a positive tone for the rest of the day. With a busy schedule, it is crucial for her to stay on top of tasks and her morning ritual. FFC has become an essential part of maintaining balance and achieving her goals.
Exercising at FFC has helped Lisa feel great for 17 years. However, there was one part of wellness that Lisa knew she needed to tackle in order to feel her absolute best: her diet. Lisa was able to seek out one of FFC’s Registered Dietitians to get personalized guidance for her body’s needs. In 2020 when Lisa realized that she wanted to improve her overall health to an even greater extent, she understood that what she consumed was a major part of this journey. Lisa and her FFC Registered Dietitian crafted a plan that would work for her. They focused on incorporating more whole foods into her diet and cutting out the processed ones. When changing her diet, Lisa noticed an immediate boost in her energy. She felt more in tune with her body during her fitness classes than ever before.
She has been able to change her lifestyle at home, as she grocery shops with her new fitness community that she created through FFC! Lisa uses this beneficial and social time to find healthy options to bring into her pantry. This has become a fun and exciting experience for Lisa. She enjoys learning new types of food to incorporate into recipes from her friends. Lisa has makes sure to choose each item carefully, using her newfound nutrition knowledge from FFC to help guide her decisions.
Not only does she feel better about what she eats, but she also now enjoys healthy eating! Working with a dietitian has proven to be the final piece to the wellness puzzle that has allowed Lisa to finish the complete transformation of her lifestyle. She now feels more empowered and energized in every aspect of her life.
Having been a first-hand witness to the full range of benefits that FFC has provided Lisa over the years, her husband and her 3 kids were encouraged to walk into the FFC doors and see what changes the club would provide them. Her kids, all involved in athletics, carve out time to come into FFC. They’ve seen increased results in their athletic performance. Lisa’s kids access the main fitness floor then after, use the recovery lounge to prevent injuries in their sports.
Although Lisa’s kids are highly dedicated to their fitness, they are also still in school. Her kids often stay after a workout to get work done at the Local’84 cafe. Lisa is able to feel confident in her kids future as they are able to properly balance their time by using FFC resources. Lisa loves getting to see her kids follow on their own fitness journey, guiding them to better success as a whole.
According to Lisa’s daughter Kennedi, “Watching my mom flourish with her membership at FFC has been truly special. The relationships my mom has built, and the support she has been given, is inspiring. I have loved getting to watch her thrive in her fitness journey. Witnessing her commitment has had an incredible impact on me. On the days that I struggle to find motivation, I think of the fact that my mom is already at the gym. Through my mom, I have found a passion in creating my own community at FFC.”
Fitness Formula Clubs tailors an approach to provide a different experience for individuals’ unique needs and values. Through her 17 years as a member, Lisa has consistently felt a personal connection with the FFC team. They have encouraged her in achieving her health and fitness goals, constructing her to be confident in continued progress. Lisa believes that as long as she remains an FFC Member, she will keep improving her health. The combination of expert support, personalized attention, and a powerful sense of community at FFC has transformed Lisa’s approach to health and fitness. Wellness is now one of the most rewarding and enjoyable parts of her life.
“Becoming a member of FFC has led me to feel amazing both mentally and physically.”
