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Map out your 2025 nutrition plan with Registered Dietitian, Amanda Angelopoulos

Did you struggle to reach your fitness goals in 2024? It may have been your nutrition plan. Reaching your fitness goals is 80% what you eat and 20% exercise.

Whether you need a one time coaching session or more accountability with a structured 3 month program, I’d love to help create a personalized roadmap to get you to your goals this new year! 

Contact Amanda Angelopoulos at aangelopoulos@ffc.com for more information or to schedule a consultation.

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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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
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Fitness Roundtable

Have a question about health, fitness, or exercise, that you can’t find an answer to? Join us on Wednesday, December 4 for a question-and-answer format Fitness Roundtable with experts in the field. Hear multiple perspectives on your questions, and meet other like-minded individuals at FFC. RSVP here.

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Grab a protein smoothie at Local’84!

Did you know that protein intake after a resistance training workout stimulates muscle growth for up to three hours? Make sure you are making the most of your gains by grabbing a protein smoothie at Local‘84! Add a health boost to supercharge your post-workout nutritional recovery.

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Thanksgiving-Themed Group Fitness Classes

Join us during Thanksgiving weekend for some fun, themed Group Fitness classes! View the lineup of classes below, then reserve your space in the FFC+ app.

Elmhurst 

  • Turkey Trot Triple Threat – Friday, 11/29 at 8:30 AM with Lila
  • Friendsgiving Formula 94 – Saturday, 11/30 at 9:15 AM with Lila – bring a friend or family member to class.

East Lakeview 

  • Black Friday Body Blast – Friday, 11/29 at 12:00 PM with Jen

Gold Coast

  • Black Friday Body Blast – Friday, 11/29 at 9:00 AM with Asia
  • ThankSPINNING – Sunday, 12/1 at 9:00 AM with Keith

Lincoln Park 

  • Friendsgiving Formula 94 – Saturday, 11/30 at 8:00 AM with Lois & Mari

Oak Park 

  • ThanksSPINNING – Thursday, 11/28 at 8:30 AM with Amy and Craig
  • Black Friday Body Blast – Friday, 11/29 at 9:00 AM with Kari 

Park Ridge 

  • Friendsgiving The Formula Teach Team – Wednesday, 11/27 at 10:15 AM with Kareem & Mari
  • Pumpkin Pie Pilates  – Wednesday, 11/27 at 11:15 PM with Alexandra
  • Friendsgiving Formula 94 – Friday, 11/29 at 9:15 AM with Mari
  • WTF! Team Teach – Friday, 11/29 at 10:15 AM with Sara & Alexandra
  • Friendsgiving Formula 94 – Saturday, 11/30 at 9:15 AM with Sara

West Loop 

  • Pumpkin Pie Pilates  – Wednesday, 11/27 at 12:15 PM with Raven 
Registered dietitian vs nutritionist - what's the difference and what a registered dietitian can do for you

Interested in meeting with a Registered Dietitian? You may qualify for Free Nutrition Sessions through FFC’s Medical Nutrition Therapy (MNT) Services.

Many people don’t realize that they can meet with an RD through their insurance, and it’s often free with PPO plans from providers like BCBS, Cigna, and UHC!

 

Indoor Pool with Swim Lanes at the FFC West Loop.

West Loop Pool Closed For Annual Cleaning

Beginning Friday, November 22, the West Loop indoor pool will undergo its annual maintenance. The pool will be set to re-open on Monday, Dec 2. Members can use any other club pool during this time. We appreciate your understanding!

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Send A Gratitude Note!

‘Tis the season to express your gratitude, and here at FFC, we’re thankful for you, our members!

Want to send a digital thank you note to your trainer, favorite front desk employee, or someone else at the club? We’ve created this webpage for our staff to send thank you notes to members and for members to send notes of gratitude to FFC staff. Simply complete the form to send your note of gratitude and thanks.

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Outdoor Pool Closing in October

Outdoor pool season ends on October 14! Get your swim in before the end of the year!

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Trick or Treat at FFC West Loop

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!

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Annual Maintenance on Indoor Pool

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.

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Recovery Lounge Open House

Enjoy complimentary champagne and try out any of our Recovery Lounge options for free on October 22 from 5:00 – 8:00 PM!

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Group Fitness Classes In Honor Of World Mental Health Day

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!

Elmhurst:

  • Unplug: 11:45-12:00 PM with Denise

Gold Coast:

  • Unplug: 9:45-10:00 AM, following the 9:00 AM Vinyasa Yoga

Lincoln Park:

  • Unplug: 7:30-7:45 PM, following the 6:45 PM Candlelight Yoga

Old Town:

  • Unplug: 12:45-1:00 PM, following the 12:00 PM Vinyasa Yoga

Park Ridge:

  • Unplug: 7:30-7:45 PM with Anna

South Loop:

  • Unplug: 8:00 AM with Tony, following the 7:00 AM Sunrise Salutation class

West Loop:

  • Unplug: 8:30 PM with Alice, following the 7:30 PM Hot Yoga class
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Recovery Lounge Open House

Enjoy free access to the Recovery lounge all day on Tuesday, September 17!

Speak with the Spa Receptionist to book a session.

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Fitness Challenge Day

Participate in a variety of fitness challenges on September 18 for the chance to win a prize!

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End of Year Pool Party

Enjoy discounted drinks and free guests on Saturday, September 21 at 11 AM and finish the summer pool season off right!

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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!

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Outdoor Danceversary Team Teach

Join us on the pool deck for a team teach class featuring, Reina, BiBi, Dominick, and Asia on Tuesday, September 17 at 5:30 PM! Enjoy a mash-up of your favorite dance formats! Bring a guest at no cost.

Register in the FFC+ App! Guests can simply walk in.

FFC West Loop Fitness Floor

New Strength Floor

Come check out the exciting addition to our strength training area! We’ve recently renovated the old Kids Club space to make way for new equipment and expanded workout areas. This expansion significantly increases our floor space, giving our members more room to train, grow, and reach their fitness goals. We’re thrilled to offer this improvement for your benefit and can’t wait for you to see and use the upgraded facilities!