Are there cleaner gyms in the area? Yes
Is it busy as hell? Yes
Is it affordable? Yes!
Is the staff outstanding? Eh, getting better for sure. You can tell they have recently started to care slightly more about customer service.
But the star, the reason it gets 4 stars and not 3…..BRETT! Brett is the best, a friendly smile and wave every time you walk in or out. Not all heroes wear capes, but Brett might in his free time.
About LA Fitness
XSport Fitness offers a state-of-the-art facility with impressive amenities, including group fitness classes, personal training, and recovery services. The gym features a large weights section with three areas, including two on the main floor and one upstairs, making it a major highlight. The studio is well-maintained and spacious, providing a good workout experience. However, some equipment is regularly broken or does not function properly, and it takes a long time to fix these issues. Additionally, there are concerns about the availability of cleaning supplies like paper towels and disinfectant spray bottles, as cleanliness can be a problem.
While the Lakeview location is one of the nicer and cleaner XSport facilities in the Chicagoland area, members have noticed that the DirecTV service no longer carries ESPN or ABC, leaving limited channels available. Members can enjoy convenient free garage parking and a standard locker room. Recently, the base membership price increased from $9.99 to $19.99, which has raised questions about revenue allocation. Despite these drawbacks, many find the gym to be a solid option for those looking for a no-frills gym with standard amenities. The front desk staff is friendly, with Vanessa receiving praise for her helpfulness and welcoming attitude.
Reviews
My experience at this gym has always been positive. They have tons of equipment and the staff is always eager to assist with whatever I may need. Jose A. has been especially helpful when whenever I’ve had questions about other services at the gym and making sure I have what I need.
Today, I transferred to this Chicago location from Houston, and I liked it very much! The staff is friendly, and they go out of their way to be helpful; a trainer saw me looking around and immediately asked if I needed help. The machines are also good so far. I tried an elliptical machine with a body diagram that lights up each area that you are working on as you adjust your settings —very cool. I look forward to returning.
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Hours
Good to know
- price range: average
- has a sauna
- walk-ins welcome
- accepts credit cards
- garage parking, street parking, validated parking, private lot parking
- bike parking
- wheelchair accessible
Location
3240 North Ashland Avenue, Chicago, IL 60657
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