Fitness Formula- 190 S LaSalle

190 S LaSalle
Chicago, IL 60603

Annie Y. writes: My co-workers and I go to the 190 gym since it's a block from our office.  This is the smallest Fitness Formula gym but is open to the public.  The staff are extremely friendly and memorize everyone's names, so it feels really homey.  

If you try…

Fitness Formula- Old Town
Neighborhood: Near North Side, River North

1235 N LaSalle St
Chicago, IL 60610

Annie Y. writes: I used to work out at the Old Town gym before I moved downtown.  I like this gym because it is smaller than the other gyms.  

Old Town is known for their boxing, wall-climbing and the Carlson Gracie Jiu-Jitsu program.  They do not have a pool and even…

Schiller Woods
Neighborhood: Dunning, O'Hare

Irving Park Rd and Cumberland Ave
Chicago, IL 60686

Jami K. writes: This portion of the forest preserver system is kind of out there, but I love it for several reasons. One is for the big open field which is great for flying a kite. It's best to do this in the field just north of Irving Park and west of Cumberland so…

Gold Star Family Park
Neighborhood: Hyde Park

1410 S Museum Campus Dr
Chicago, IL 60686

Kathleen P. writes: I'm still on a natural (nature induced) high.  I was a volunteer this weekend at the Run to Remember, a race to benefit the families of Police Officers killed in the line of duty.  The festivities began at the sign in tents at Gold Star Family Park.…

Chicago Hash House Harriers

Chicago, IL 60686

Amy H. writes: Chicago Hash House Harriers is a self described "drinking club with a running problem."  If you are wandering around your neighborhood and see a random group of people running (and possibly wearing or carrying goofy items), blowing whistles and…

Warren Park

6601 N. Western Ave
Chicago, IL 60645

steve c. writes: Park Description
With nearly 90 acres of parkland, Warren Park is the North Region's largest park featuring a number of special attractions for every season of the year. In April, a state-of-the-art skate park and six station baseball batting cages…

Central Park

698 N. Broad St
Griffith, IN 46319

Julia W. writes: It's got a WW II vintage tank!  You can climb the tank and swing on the thing that shoots stuff!  What's not to like?

Well, I don't like that when my parents were kids they were actually allowed to climb inside the tank but litterbugs and vandals…

Sunset Woods Park

1801 Sunset Rd
Highland Park, IL 60035

Alan R. writes: After making the trip to downtown Highland Park for the Friday Farmer's Market that doesn't start for two weeks, I decided to take my son to Sunset  Woods Park.  I remember it as Sunset Park.  I grew up in HP until the age of 14and played little…

Oakton Manor

8100 N. Ozark
Niles, IL 60714

Kathy R. writes: Another Yelp success story!  Thanks to Mike O. for  introducing me to this beautiful playground/park (gasp!) in my own hometown.  I guess I don't get out much.

My toddler explored everything in the little kids play section (there is another for big…

Hamlin Park
Neighborhood: Roscoe Village

3035 N. Hoyne Ave
Chicago, IL 60618

Brett D. writes: You gotta holla for Hamlin Park!! There aren't many places you can cool off during the crazy hot and humid Chicago days without encountering throngs of people or escalated E.Coli counts. Well, if you don't like to tread your water in festering…

P16 Pilates Studio
Neighborhood: Near Southside

1601 S State St
Chicago, IL 60616

Dee C. writes: Great place, fun trainers.  You have to give it a few times before you get the hang of it, but once you do watch out.  Jill and Gina are there to kick your butt just in time for summer.

Chicago Water Taxi
Neighborhood: Near North Side

405 N Wabash Ave
Chicago, IL 60611

Zach T. writes: I took the Water Taxi this morning from Union station to Michigan ave.  It's free this week, so I ran to catch it.  Anyone who's taken a trip down the Chicago river can tell you it's a stunning ride.  It's a hell of a way to start the day to be in…

Soulistic Studio & Spa
Neighborhood: Noble Square, River West

805 N Milwaukee Ave
Chicago, IL 60622

Alexis A. writes: This studio is a great find! The space is welcoming, well-designed and clean. The instructors are knowledgeable, friendly and enthusiastic, and willing to help you achieve your workout and wellness goals. I take a yoga class with Tatiana regularly,…

Bosley Playground - Chicago Park District
Neighborhood: Bridgeport

3044 S Bonfield St
Chicago, IL 60608

Sam T. writes: Small but very well used!

Co-ed Flag Football groups play here every spring and fall. Their league has players of all ages from child thru adult playing. Its one of the biggest things for this park throughout the year and growing.

Their tee-ball…

The Chicago Center For Body Movement
Neighborhood: Near West Side

954 W Washington Blvd
Chicago, IL 60607

Liz M. writes: I've been going to Davi for massage therapy for years .
I've had back problems for the past ten years, and she truly has relieved the majority of my pain every time I visited her.

About three years ago, she opened her new studio in the West Loop. The…

Oakton Pool

2800 Oakton
Park Ridge, IL 60068

Elizabeth K. writes: Thankfully, I don't hang out in the suburbs anymore. That said, if your stuck out in the northwest suburbs on a hot summer day, you could do worse than Oakton Pool as a place to cool off.

A warning ... on weekend days, this place is PACKED, so get…

Wicker Park Field House
Neighborhood: Wicker Park

1425 N Damen Ave
Chicago, IL 60622

Mark A. writes: Indoor & Outdoor facilities, Dog Park, Meeting Space, Huge fountain
C.A.P.S. "Chicagos' Alternative Policing Strategy" meetings 2nd Wednesday of the month

ChiTown Tennis

Chicago, IL 60686

Rupert V. writes: This "web-only" based business is a great place to play tennis with others at your level in Chicago. It's only $30 for a season (8 weeks), and they match you with at least 6 other players (usually more) in your area of Chicago who are at your skill…

Erie Park
Neighborhood: Near North Side, River North

630 N. Kingsbury St
Chicago, IL 60610

Erin H. writes: If you work or live in River North, definitely check out this charming little park. I go there most days on my lunch break to relax in the sun and watch the tourist boats cruise by on the river. It's never crowded and the view is mesmerizing - river,…

Marigold Bowl
Neighborhood: Lakeview, Wrigleyville

828 W Grace St
Chicago, IL 60686

Kelly G. writes: There are few places I miss more.  I was there pretty much every weekend - My friends and I would start off bowling, move to the bar for karaoke (my favorite karaoke joint in town!), and then hit up IHOP for pancakes.  Some of my favorite memories…

Wheeling Aquatic Center

327 W Dundee Rd
Behind the Wickes Furniture
Wheeling, IL 60090

Ellie B. writes: This is far and away my favorite swimmin' hole in the greater Chicagoland area.  Seriously worth the 30-45 minute drive from the city!

They have two large slides, two drop slides, lap lanes, a grotto-like area, sand volleyball courts, a plethora of…

Mystic Waters Family Aquatic Center

2025 Miner St
Des Plaines, IL 60016

Tara M. writes: For a park district pool facility, this is great!  The whole family, regardless of age, can enjoy a day at Mystic Waters!  There's the pool itself, which is one of those gradual pools that's got a soft slope and is kind of like a shoreline, so kids…

Mont Clare Banquet & Lanes
Neighborhood: Montclare

2957 N Harlem Ave
Chicago, IL 60707

Sharin F. writes: Ok, this place isn't really that amazing, but they had DIVINE on their freaking DJ playlist and they had TWO SONGS and that's just too wonderful so they get 5 stars.  I got to spend my birthday bowling (very badly) to Bobby O. and Divine, so it was…

Ohio Street Beach
Neighborhood: Near North Side, River East

400 N Lake Shore Dr
Chicago, IL 60686

Erik S. writes: As a triathlete in training, I can attest that this is the best place to get open-water swimming experience in Chicago. The swim lanes are great (out on the right, back on the left, Eliezer). The water is surprisingly clear, considering it's Lake…

Scott Szybowicz, PGA Golf Pro
Neighborhood: Lakeview

141 W Diversey Pkwy
Diversey Driving Range
Chicago, IL 60686

Thomas A. writes: Four of us are taking lessons with Scott at Diversey Driving Range, and we are all basically beginners. Two of us are brand new golfers and the other two are returning to golf after years off the course.
Scott has a great demeanor for instruction,…

Oakton Driving Range

2800 Oakton St
Park Ridge, IL 60068

Tom M. writes: Wonderful driving range, cheap balls, great condition, expert staff!

Willow Dog Park

3600 Lexington Dr
intersection of Algonquin and Lexington
Hoffman Estates, IL 60173

Ling L. writes: *Photos shot

What a pure joy to find an enclosed, no-leash park where our best friend can call its own.

A few short miles past the Motorola campus on Algonquin Road headed west, you can see dogs frolick in this spacious area.

It also makes a great place…

Wake'N'Sea Sport Fishing Charters

3301 Aldis St
East Chicago, IN 46312

Kiarash Z. writes: Capt. Ron Miltzow took me and two friends out on the water for six hours and brought us home with eight beautiful fish, half of which were king salmon.

The captain knows Lake Michigan like the back of his hand and keeps contact with other boats to…

Fitness Formula Clubs
Neighborhood: The Loop

111 S Wacker Dr
Chicago, IL 60686

Kara H. writes: I absolutely love my gym.

the gym , equiptment, and locker rooms are so clean.  I think they have nicer toiletries there than I have in my home.

convenient location (at least for me, I work in the building)

great classes with awesome instructors!

they…

Vandy Christie Tennis Center

2310 Sheridan Rd
Evanston, IL 60208

Keiko S. writes: I'm not too familiar with the facility itself, but this is the best place for tennis! There are SIX courts, three per side, that are generally open to the public. (There are more on the other side that look even nicer, but I believe they're reserved…

Rast Ballet
Neighborhood: North Center, Lakeview

1803 W Byron
Ste 201
Chicago, IL 60613

Carrie W. writes: One evening, as I was walking my pup around the neighborhood, I heard the sounds of classical music emanating from overhead.  I looked up and that is when I first discovered Rast Ballet Studio.

I'm a 'used to be' ballerina.  I took ballet from the…

Darwin

Chicago, IL 60686

Dane K. writes: Darwin is the best mascot ever.  He eats network cables instead of chewtoys.

"Yelp yelp, Woof woof..  Ruff Ruff...    I woof Yelp.  Woof. Woof. Yelp."

Eugene Field Park
Neighborhood: Albany Park

5100 N Ridgeway Ave
Chicago, IL 60625

E. V. writes: This is one of my favorite parks in the city.  It's not too crowded, even during the summer.  It's located in a pocket of Albany Park where there are brick single-family homes and well manicured lawns (well, most of them are) along the Chicago River.…

East Bank Club
Neighborhood: Near North Side, River North

500 N Kingsbury St
Chicago, IL 60610

asha s. writes: PERFECT One-Stop Shop Health Club. MEMBERS ONLY club is more like a country club in the heart of the city! Well thought out instead of pretentious allows both men & women (even families) to feel welcome if they're working out, entertaining or getting…

Ultimate Fitness

823 Emerson St
Evanston, IL 60209

Brian S. writes: Joined Ultimate fitness Jan 2 2008 today is June 4 2008 I have lost 65 pounds. This place is the real deal. I was reading some of the other reviews and some clown compared this place with L.A fitness. NO comparison at all. Dave and Phil run the best…

Lake Front Path Sledding Hill
Neighborhood: Near Southside

E 18th Dr
S Museum Campus Dr
Chicago, IL 60616

julie e. writes: Ah, the sledding hill!  The opportunities are endless.
1) Best view of Soldier Field and the Loop are from the top.
2) Since there are no other hills to run/bike up in this city, here's your opportunity to train for your next race/ride/run/sprint away…

Ed Rudolph Northbrook Velodrome

Meadowhill Park
Northbrook, IL 60062

john c. writes: *  Founded: 1959
   * Distance: 382 Meters
   * Surface: Asphalt coated with concrete slurry and paint. (completely resurfaced in 2005)
   * Banking: 18 Degrees
   * Altitude: Approximately 550'
   * Apron added: Spring 2000
   * Completely rebuilt:…

Healthy Results

Chicago, IL 60614

Katarina X. writes: Robyn is not the punisher- she is a beautiful, polite professional.
Which is great, because I'm not the type to take boot-camp-type demands excessively shouted, or the ones who try to push you into marathons.  I am not an athlete, but I was…