I just got off the phone with Chris about an awkward situation: I have been with the gym for years but have recently experienced financial hardship and needed to reevaluate my budget. It was a hard conversation to initiate for me, because I LOVE this gym. The classes are amazing, and I typically take 2-4 classes a week. Chris understood my situation, saw from my membership profile that I frequent the gym a lot and have been a member for a long time, and offered to give me this month free. I cannot tell you how kind and generous that was!!! I’m having to cut back on a lot of things, and the thought of cutting back on this gym was really bringing me down. Chris said that he saw that I go to a lot of classes, and the last thing he wanted was for me to lose my exercise routine. This small business is taking a hit for me, and I’m really humbled by their act of generosity. While it’s embarrassing to publicly write about my unexpected financial hardship, I feel it’s important to share that this gym is run by people with heart. They really care about their members. And Chris is smart! His kindness will absolutely keep me loyal to this gym, and I hope my new budget can still maintain my membership. By giving me a month to figure things out, Chris is helping me stay committed to this gym and my well-being. He ended the call with "I'll give you this month free, so promise me you will still come to class!" Thanks from the bottom of my heart, Chris.

Very low key, easy with no attitude. Not sparkly new but solid, clean and well maintained and generally not busy. Recommend

I love that it’s small. The prices are great, staff is friendly and approachable. Good, well kept eqiupment. Clean locker rooms and facilities. It’s perfect for me and my needs. No frills and to the point. Their classes are solid too with enthusiastic instructors. My only complaint- the timings. Closes too early especially on Friday to Sunday’s and shuts for various holidays. Makes no sense to me. I have tried to workout at times and they’ve been closed or closing.

Love this gym. Exactly what I needed. Exceeded my expectations for a neighborhood gym. Tony the manager was very knowledgeable and helped me on my first visit. He also continues to show me different work out options. Barbara at the front desk was also very helpful and kind. There is a workout space adjacent to the weight room that has mirrors and solid surface floors perfect for cross training. Although I haven't attended one yet it is my understanding that the classes are great. I recommend it highly.

I am so happy I join this gym. It’s clean, not crowded and close to home, so I can walk there. When I signed up, the manager, Chris, was very empathetic towards my needs and kind about my concerns of starting a monthly membership. I am 60 years old and a cancer survivor along many years of hospital visits with sepsis. Now that I’m getting healthier after 13 years, this was the first gym I joined. I’m feeling really good about my consistency of working out and I’m seeing a huge difference in my body and health. Thank you.

Not responsible management and there is no understanding and fair workers. Even I extremely claim that I want to end my membership at the end of this month when I started my membership, they continue withdrawing money from my bank account and when I realized I told them they said we cannot refund you. Even the employee is agreed on and remember the time I said about cancellation, they said we cannot refund. Several times i told them i am moving even i want but ‘I don’t like at all’ I cannot continue please get in touch with owner and he can do something because it’s not my fault you didn’t give me the paper about cancellation to sign when i told you. They said we will tell the owner to avoid me and nobody get in touch with me! It’s downright robbery!

I really like this gym so far. I based my choice on reading through many reviews of different gyms, and I went for a tour. I just started going here and it's always very clean. There are always extra machines to use so I don't see anyone waiting ever. The people who work here are always friendly and greet me with a smile which is very nice and welcoming. On top of it, as a female, I want to go to the gym and relax and blow off some steam. I don't want to have to deal with random guys trying to bother me, and I noticed that on reviews of other gyms in the area. I don't see any of that happening here and everyone is very respectful. Women can truly feel comfortable to workout.

I’ve been going to this place ever since they opened in the neighborhood. It’s clean, has a wide variety of machines and well-maintained equipment. If you have never considered working out with a personal trainer, I highly recommend it. I was skeptical at first but quickly found what a great motivator it is to have someone expecting you at the gym and there to lend their expertise and undivided attention. Once they get to know your limits you will have the best workouts of your life. We never challenge ourselves as much as a professional who knows what we can do and can’t do. There are many group classes however, I’ve only taken advantage of the candle-light yoga, which is something else that previously was not in my comfort zone but have really enjoyed.

I am moving out of the area soon, so I have to leave this gym, and I am so sad because it has been the best! Your membership gives you access to this location along with the Ravenswood and Lincoln Park locations, which I have used, also! While I do wish there was more space in the free weights area, the neighborhood atmosphere and awesome classes (which are included in the very-affordable membership price) make up for what the gym lacks in space. I have gotten so much stronger and feel so supported working out here, and would recommend it to anyone in Edgewater!

Love the energy of this gym! The classes are incredible and the gym is always super clean!

Really affordable, especially when you consider most classes are included! The front desk staff (at least the ones I've encountered) are super nice and helpful, especially Maddy (Maddie?)

I love Edgewater Fitness Center. The classes and instructors are excellent. There is a great variety of equipment that is well kept. And the staff are very nice!

The perfect neighborhood gym. I’ve been a member for 4 years because of the low prices, awesome staff, and INCREDIBLE group fitness instructors. Bootcamp with Lamont, Pomsquad with Brooke, and Tabata with John are classes I will rearrange my social calendar to try to take! If you’re looking for an elitist gym with lululemon and juice bars, look elsewhere. If you’re looking for a no-frills gym with great people, awesome classes, and good equipment at a price that doesn’t make you cringe, check out EFC.

small but has everything a small gym can offer

A great, small gym in the heart of Edgewater. The always seem to be a few people working out - just enough to keep the place in business, but almost never where you feel it is crowded. Classes are included with membership (such a rarity these days) and class sizes are small.

Nice gym and small - just moved to Edgewater from River North for a peace of mind. The only issue I ran into today which shocked me because I specifically asked this question before I signed up. I asked if I’m allowed to bring a guest I was told yes during staffed hours. However I was NOT told I would have to pay an extra $10 each time I bring a guest. Which isn’t ideal and pricey? I just wasn’t very happy when I found out because I just signed up and was told the opposite…

Best gym in edgewater and Ravenswood.I happen to go to the edgewater one because it is close to me.The staff is Phenomenal and make you feel like you are a part of their family.I am very happy to be a member for number of years !!!

The Pom Squad class on Mondays is SO FUN! I absolutely love the instructor Sarah. She is a ball of energy and so warm and welcoming. I haven’t worked out in a while because of feeling insecure in a gym setting but Sarah made me feel welcome from the moment I met her. She is so positive and clearly has a genuine love for this. I cannot speak to their other services but if you are looking for a fun work out that has great music and good vibes definitely stop by!

I’ve been a member at this gym since 2017 and it’s such a great place to workout! I’ve spent time at their sister gym in Ravenswood as well. The staff and trainers are all very knowledgeable and friendly. They have great classes (I’ve attended both in-person and virtual ones too). What I really love about these gyms is they offer great services and variety of equipment while also providing a comfortable environment. What I’ve disliked about other bigger gyms is how loud it gets (from music and people talking). This gym is great at playing music but not so loud that it’s overwhelming. Even when it’s busy it’s not loud with people chatting. Everyone seems to be non-judgmental and respectful :)

I love Edgewater Fitness. I've been impressed with the classes, the equipment is always available, and the staff is very friendly. Great bargain!

It's a great gym. They are the doing the best they can with all the covid-19 modifications.

Nice and clean workout place. Great swim instructors

Everything was good. Good customer service.

Love this gym. Exceeded my expectations for a neighborhood gym. I recommend it highly.

Small and clean gym with several machines, treadmills, equipment for lifting, and an aerobics studio. Not too crowded most of the time.

Friendly and responsive staff, clean, great equipment. Hardly crowded and no need to wait in line for machines. Have used the gym for one year and just renewed for another

Been a member for 2 years. Excellent gym with large variety of equipment and everything you need for a good workout. The staff at the gym are super.

The space is airy, bright and clean. Latest equipment which is el maintained. The classes/instructors are brilliant. Everything offered from HIIT to yoga. The staff are all just so lovely- friendly and helpful. I enjoy everything about the gym and would recommend I also appreciate the flexible membership offers available.

Clean, well maintained facility. Colleen was super friendly and helpful giving me the initial tour. Thanks to Mark for an easy enrollment process.

I was a member at this gym for 3 years before moving out of the city. I loved my time there and miss this gym. The facility is kept clean, it is rarely crowded enough to be a bother, and the rate is very reasonable especially considering all of the classes that are included. All in all, this is just a great neighborhood gym.

My local gym, good prices, very small tho.

This gym is a great, local place frequented by neighborhood people. They're regular, nice folks that are friendly and not intimidating at all. I'm usually reluctant about fitness centers because sometimes the hyper-fit people can leave the average joes feeling like outsiders. That's not the case here. There are plenty of classes and plenty of equipment. It never gets overly crowded, either. The prices are reasonable and many people will qualify for deals if you sign up with partner or are a student, for example. The location is also incredibly convenient, whether you live nearby or stop in off the train or bus.

1. Friendly staff 2. A lot of classes 3. convenient ( next to the El, good food places nearby) 4. Though it's small compared to a corporate gym, so far, I've never had to wait for a machine.

Great Neighborhood Gym with a lot of classes and programs.

A bit small and can get busy after 6pm. However, early mornings and weekends are the best

This is a small neighborhood gym, but it has all the essentials and group classes. Reasonable prices and a month to month option.

Awesome👍

Pretty comfortable and clean

Clean. Great friendly staff.

The place is set up well for social distancing and masks are required. Everyone is told to wipe machines down before and after, making the place very safe

Love my neighborhood gym. People are friendly and it’s rarely too crowded. My only complaint is that I don’t see enough people wiping down their machines and weights after working out.

A gym for everyone who is tired of the posers and pretenders whose main objective is to get that vain selfie they just must post. This is the place for all the normies who just want to work out.

Been a member for about a month now, and I go almost every weekday. Amazing place filled with the friendliest folks.

Outstanding staff, trainers.

This gym is great! Never too busy when I go, which is what I prefer. Great service and friendly staff;

Owners are cool and I love how much they value their members feedback and needs. Highly recommend joining one of these locations as your home gym.