Parkside Fitness
📍 300 Red Bud Dr, Pekin, Illinois, 61554
What Visitors Say
What Visitors Liked
What Visitors Noted
Parkside Fitness offers dry saunas in both the men's and women's locker rooms, which are noted by gym members as being a very nice and appreciated feature for heat therapy and relaxation. However, member experiences with the sauna vary significantly, with some describing it as terrible while others specifically enjoy the sauna in the women's locker room. The gym provides these sauna facilities as part of its wellness offerings, though the quality and maintenance appear inconsistent according to member feedback. As Pekin's only health and fitness club offering Les Mills group classes, including RPM, Virtual, and On Demand options, the gym caters to a wide range of fitness interests. The facility spans two levels with plenty of new Matrix brand equipment, including cardio machines, pilates reformers, bikes, ellipticals, and stair climbers. Additional amenities that members value include indoor racquetball and pickleball courts, a functional training area, and a Kidz Club daycare. The layout, with several distinct areas, contributes to a less crowded atmosphere compared to larger chain gyms. Members frequently praise the friendly and helpful staff, the strong sense of community, and the fantastic views from the gym's location. While many find the gym to be clean overall with wonderful facilities for reaching fitness goals, some note issues with dust on equipment, the taste of the drinking fountains, and occasional machines being out of order. Pricing is a common point of discussion, with some members feeling the monthly rates are high, especially for couples or singles not using the full suite of services.
What Reviewers Love
- Members appreciate the friendly and helpful staff and the strong sense of community.
- The two-level facility offers a wide variety of new Matrix equipment and multiple amenities like racquetball.
- The gym is often described as clean and provides a less crowded workout environment.
Amenities
Frequently Asked Questions
Does the gym have saunas?
Yes, the gym features dry saunas located within the men's and women's locker rooms.
What is the general atmosphere and crowd level like?
Due to its multi-level layout with several distinct areas, many members find it to be less crowded than larger chain gyms, and they appreciate the good community feel.
What are the membership prices?
Member feedback indicates a single membership is approximately $35 per month, and a couple's membership ranges from $45 to $50 per month.