(773) 467-1111
355 E Grand Ave
Chicago,
IL
60611
41.8918
-87.6189
Neighborhoods: Central, Near North Side
What People Are Saying About Bally Total Fitness-Chicago
The Editor
Elisa Kronish
Citysearch
The Scene – Comparisons to the East Bank Club may apply in terms of price (high) and people (high-class), but Holmes Place is smaller and lacks the gossipy bustle of the older club. This River East location--part of a hotel, commercial and residential complex--marks the first in North America for the European chain. Strikingly bright colors and lofty ceilings create an ultramodern feel. Locker rooms are decked out in smoked glass, marble, fresh flowers and cherry wood. – – The Services – The sleekest machines grace the floors of the cardio and weight-training rooms,…
10/28/09
the credit physician working out
by md physician
ohh there goes the credit physician working out,he was sited helping a client get a new home,and then working out,the credit physician loves a gym that is clean and full of life,the credit physician gives this place a high score as every one that works there is great
the credit physician
- Pros: the credit physician in shape
- Cons: a credit score thats lazy
06/30/08
Gone from exceptional to horrible
by Bt0wn
This place when I joined was one of the best gyms I have ever been to in my life, now I dread working out there. The place used to be meticulously maintain, not anymore. Several months ago it was purchased by Bally?s and that was the beginning of the end. They also negotiated some deal with Northwestern University where the students get a membership for free. This is now a student rec center. They amenities are going downhill and now I get to listen to some girl yap about how drunk she got last night while roaming around the gym, thanks for sharing
03/17/08
great facility, but getting overcrowded after work. . .
by imjen
this place wasn't half as crowded when i joined 2 years ago. now it's overrun by northwestern students. i unfortunately can only work out after work in the early evening (the busiest time), and the students take up all the machines. it's unfair given i'm charged a monthly amount that's close to what they pay for an entire year. can't the students go in between their classes during the day?!?! the locker rooms/showers/bathrooms used to be cleaner here too. the place seems to have switched management since i've been there. the machines are better, but ive noticed they have gotten cheaper w/ a few amenities in the ladies' locker room (don't seem to restock personal care/vanity items as quickly either). i do love the high ceilings, sleek design, and the overall feel though. but the club used to be spotless and immaculate. and roomy. now it's just sufficiently clean, crowded after work,-- not good enough for what i pay. unlike some of the other comments here, i never had problem w/ the service. staff has always been very friendly. not snobbish at all.
The Details on Bally Total Fitness-Chicago
The Extras:
You can choose one of three membership options: single-club, continental or worldwide.
Where to Sit:
A colorful cafe called Fresh has Marche-like marks of designer Jerry Kleiner, who also did Red Light. The menu includes sandwiches, soups and salads.
Know Before You Go:
The club's signature 25-meter pool is heated and non-chlorinated through ozone filtration, so frequent swimmers don't need to worry about green-hair syndrome.
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