Member Appreciation Social

Enjoy some music, complementary energy bites and smoothies and try out our new recovery lounge on September 19 from 5 – 7 PM! Bring a friend and get a free class of your choice!

RSVP via the club events section of the FFC+ app!

Dark Matter Coffee Samples

Enjoy free Dark Matter Coffee samples in the lobby in celebration of Member Appreciation Week on Tuesday, September 17 from 7:30 – 9:00 AM!

Complimentary Access to the Recovery Lounge

Enjoy complimentary access to the Recovery Lounge on September 16 – 21.

Reserve your session in the FFC+ app. Email Tally at tschwenk@ffc.com with any questions!

Yoga In The Park Continues Tuesdays through August 27

It’s not too late to join us and your fellow Chicagoans for our free Yoga In The Park series in Lincoln Park! Our free community vinyasa-style yoga classes will be held in Grove 2 in Lincoln Park (near the intersection of Clark and LaSalle – click here to view the map).

Class will run every Tuesday, until August 27 and Sunday,  August 18

  • Sundays: 10:00 – 11:00 AM
  • Tuesdays: 7:00 – 8:00 PM

Classes are open to both FFC members and non-members. Members may sign up for class in the FFC+ app. Walk-ins are welcome. All attendees must sign a digital waiver before class begins. Please bring your own yoga mat and water bottle for class.

Follow us on Instagram at @ffc_chicago for class updates, weather cancellations, and more!

COMING SOON! Experience the Recovery Lounge

Discover the secret to faster recovery and ultimate relaxation at our Recovery Lounge. Our Recovery Lounge is included with our Signature and Premier membership types and is trusted by over 1500 members. Our state-of-the-art facility offers a serene environment equipped with the latest recovery technology, CryoLounge, Compression, Vibration Technology, and our ever so popular Massage Chairs. Whether you’re an athlete struggling with recovery or simply looking to unwind, our Recovery Lounge is designed to rejuvenate your body and mind. Don’t miss out on the opportunity to see why our lounge is the go-to destination for relief and relaxation.

Book your appointment on the FFC app. Questions? Email Joe jhancock@ffc.com.

 

Urban Athlete: On the Turf

This turf class on Thursdays at 12:15 PM: Urban Athlete, features compound movements that engage multiple muscle groups for a full-body challenge. In just 45 minutes (including a 15-minute warm-up and cool-down), you’ll test your endurance and strength with dynamic circuit training. Get ready to challenge yourself and lift HEAVY weights!

Register in the FFC+ App. Questions? Contact Kristen and Joe kicardi@ffc.com and jhancock@ffc.com.

New Group Fitness Class Available at FFC Union Station!

We are now offering Pilates Mat on Mondays at 12:00 PM with Raven H.!

Register in the FFC+ App.

July Self-Care Spa Special

From July 1 – 24, enjoy a 10% discount on massages and facials (facials at FFC Park Ridge and FFC Oak Park) in honor of National Self-Care Day! The discount is only on a single spa service and must be redeemed on or before July 24. 

*No two discounts apply.

FFC Union Station Hot Tub and Pool Maintenance Update

Heads up that the FFC Union Station Women’s Hot Tub will be closed until Monday, 5/13 for repair and refurbishment.

In addition, the pool will be closed on Wednesday, 5/1, Thursday, 5/2, and Friday, 5/3 for sprinkler system repairs. The pool will be back open at 7 am on Saturday, 5/4.

Please contact Ross at rharrison@ffc.com with any questions.

FFC West Loop Cabana Details

We are thrilled to announce the opening of cabana rentals for the 2025 Summer Season at FFC West Loop! Cabanas will open late May, weather dependant.

Cabana Rental details:

  • 5 cabanas will be available for rental – 3 large (8 person max capacity) and 2 small (4 person max capacity)
  • Cabanas will be available for rental for 6-hour time blocks only: 11 AM – 5 PM
  • Large cabanas are $200 per 6-hour block with a $100 food & beverage credit (details below)
  • Small cabanas are $150 per 6-hour block with a $75 food & beverage credit (details below)
  • The pricing above NOW INCLUDES guest fees.
  • 12-hour cancellation policy applies (details below)

3 people enjoying beverages in a cabana poolside

Rules & Regulations:

  • Cabanas will be reserved via our app, FFC+ in a 6 hour time block, 11 am to 5 pm.
  • All reservations will adhere to our 12 hour cancellation policy, with no refunds for inclement weather.
  • Any pre-emptive closures by FFC will result in a refund of the total amount of the reservation.
  • Any reservation canceled within the 12 hour window will be assessed a service fee equal to 50% of the total reservation fee.
  • The cabana rental includes guest passes. All guests must provide a valid ID, sign our liability waiver, and adhere to all FFC policies. Guests must be pre-registered.
  • All reservations need to be made by an active member in good account standing.
  • The reservation fee for the 3 middle cabanas is $200 with a $100 Food and Beverage credit to use at the Splash Bar. The reservation fee for the 2 outside cabanas is $150 with a $75 Food and Beverage credit. This credit is non-refundable.
  • F&B credit only applies to alcoholic drinks, and non inventory food. Credit can not be used towards gratuity.
  • All Food and Beverage Minimums do not include taxes or an automatic 18% gratuity which will be added to the final bill.
  • All persons must be 21+ to use the cabanas.
  • Cabana capacity is limited to 8 for a large cabana, and 4 for a small cabana.
  • You must check in at the West Loop Splash Bar host kiosk. Guests will receive a stamp at the pool desk for easy access to the club restrooms and cafe.

Purchase and book your cabana in the FFC+ app under “Booking Services.”

Please reach out to the FFC West Loop Splash Bar Manager, Tanner Fowler at tfowler@ffc.com with any questions.

Have a great summer!

Infrared Sauna coming to the FFC West Loop Spa

FFC West Loop is adding an Infrared Sauna with Red Light Therapy in our Spa in late May!

When your body warms up, it taps into a variety of natural, beneficial processes that increase metabolism, improve skin, boost mood, eliminate toxins, burn fat, and more. Infrared heat provides all the healthy benefits of natural sunlight without any of the dangerous effects of solar radiation.

Infrared heaters warm the body in the same manner as natural sunlight. Infrared heat therapy uses the wavelength of the visible and non-visible light spectrum of sunlight that heats the body normally. Traditional saunas raise the temperature of the air to a very high level within the chamber to warm the body. Some people have difficulty breathing in this extremely warm air. Infrared saunas work differently. Instead of heating the air within the enclosure, infrared saunas heat the body directly. The result is deeper tissue penetration. In an infrared sauna, the body perspires and receives all of the healthy benefits but avoids the harmful and extremely hot air of a traditional steam sauna.

Our Infrared sauna also has red light therapy technology. The technology dates back to the early 1990s. Red light therapy was used as a tool to help grow plants in space because it helps promote healthy cell growth and regeneration. Today the use of red light therapy is especially popular amongst athletes seeking help for joint pain and inflammation, physical performance, and skin health.

FFC Park Ridge Pickleball Clinic with Pro Scott Moore

Elevate your pickleball prowess at our upcoming clinic led by the seasoned Pickleball Pro, Scott Moore. These sessions are the perfect arena to sharpen your strategies, polish your techniques, and mingle with fellow pickleball aficionados. Mark your calendars for May 20:

🏓 9:00 – 11:00 AM: 3.0-3.5 Players

🏓 12:00 PM – 2:00 PM: 3.5-4.0

The cost is $125 per member. Pre-registration is required at ffc.com/group-fitness-programs under clinic!

Don’t miss this chance to turn your pickleball game from basic to brilliant!

Bring A Friend Night

Have a seat in the Member Lounge on Tuesday, April 17 from 5 – 7 PM for a social gathering! Have a drink & sample some of Local84’s offerings with your guest while making new friends! There will be a chance to win exciting prizes!

Online RSVP via the FFC+ App, email Adrienne, or in the club at the Front Desk. Contact Adrienne Solomon at asolomon@ffc.com for more information.

Kickboxing – Strength and Conditioning at Union Station

Are you interested in a fun and high-intensity way to shape up? Then this class is for you! Come in to learn how to train for a sport like kickboxing while also learning how to box and kick on Mondays at 6 PM and Thursdays at 5 PM. Enjoy a calorie-burning workout while also getting out some frustration. The class is $128 for 4 classes/month.

Members will need their own gloves and wraps. Purchase in register for class in the FFC+ app under our FFC Union Station location.

Men’s Hot Tub Closure Starting Monday, February 5

Heads up FFC Union Station members. Our men’s hot tub will be closed starting Monday, February 5 until Wednesday, February 21 for maintenance. Members will have access to the West Loop hot tub during the closure. We apologize for the inconvenience.

Please contact Ross Harrison at rharrison@ffc.com for additional information.

BYOF (Bring Your Own Friend) Day at FFC Union Station

Join us on Tuesday, January 16 for BYOF (Bring Your Own Friend) Day at FFC Union Station! Bring a friend to workout with you at FFC Union Station, on US!
Questions? Email glachance@ffc.com for more information.

Holiday Happy Hour at FFC Union Station!

Join FFC Union Station in another happy hour, this time celebrating the holiday season on December 13 from 5:00 – 7:00 PM. There will be drinks, snacks and giveaways galore. Most importantly, you get the chance to mingle with your fellow members. Please bring a guest on us!

Register in the FFC+ app, or email glachance@ffc.com for more information.

FFC Union Station Will Be Closed Saturday, October 7 For Building Maintenance

FFC Union Station will be closed on Saturday, October 7 for the building’s annual electrical maintenance. Please note all members can utilize FFC West Loop during the closure.

We apologize for the inconvenience and thank you for your understanding while this very important work is completed.

FFC Union Station will resume normal business hours on Monday, October 9.

 

FFC Union Station Now Has Badminton and Pickleball Available During Open Play

FFC Union Station now has badminton and pickleball open play available!

Monday – Friday: 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM
Tuesday: 7:00 – 8:30 PM
Saturday: 8:00 – 10:00 AM

Pick up your racket and birdie at the front desk.