Chicago Sports & Fitness Club
📍 2701 Black Rd, Joliet, Illinois, 60435
What Visitors Say
What Visitors Liked
What Visitors Noted
Cold Plunge & Sauna
This gym offers a sauna as a key wellness and recovery amenity. Gym members appreciate its inclusion as part of a comprehensive post-workout recovery experience, often pairing it with the swimming pool. The sauna provides a dedicated space for relaxation and muscle recovery after training sessions, enhancing the gym's overall appeal for those focused on fitness and recuperation.
Atmosphere
The gym maintains a positive and relaxed atmosphere where members note it is never overly crowded, allowing for comfortable workouts without waiting for equipment. The spacious, two-floor layout with motivational wall art contributes to a welcoming vibe. Many members specifically highlight the comfortable and inclusive environment created by the separate women's private gym.
Staff
The staff receives consistent praise for being friendly and helpful. Members highlight staff members like Summer, who provided excellent service during membership setup and tours. A notable example includes a staff member who paused their own workout to personally help a guest locate a lost item, demonstrating a high level of member care.
Additional Amenities
Beyond the sauna, Chicago Sports & Fitness Club provides over 40,000 square feet of space filled with a comprehensive range of well-maintained equipment, including unique machines not found elsewhere. Key amenities include a swimming pool, ping pong table, boxing area, outdoor gym, basketball court, and a dedicated women's private gym area. The facility is noted for being super clean with beautiful lighting.
Location & Expansion
Located in Joliet, the gym has plans for future expansion. Members have been informed that the women's center is slated to be expanded at some point, indicating ongoing development of the facility.
What Reviewers Love
- The gym is praised for its extensive, unique, and well-maintained equipment across a massive, spacious layout.
- Members consistently highlight the friendly, helpful, and welcoming staff.
- The additional amenities, including the sauna, pool, outdoor area, and women's private gym, significantly enhance the value.
Amenities
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the gym typically crowded?
Members frequently note that the gym is spacious and not overly crowded, allowing for workouts without long waits for equipment.
Are there any special membership discounts?
The gym has run promotional deals, including a summer discount that has been appreciated by teachers and future teachers.
What is the cancellation policy for memberships?
Some members have reported issues with the pay structure, noting that if payments fall behind, the gym continues to charge monthly and does not allow cancellation or service use until the balance is paid.
