CrossTown Fitness

CrossTown Fitness

CrossTown Fitness in Northalsted (AKA Boystown) is a gym equipped with the best training methods and coaches. we focus on high-intensity interval training through a variety of drills that incorporate cardiovascular endurance, stamina, strength, flexibility, power, speed, agility, and balance.

CTF is Chicago’s Premier HIIT studio. Each class is guaranteed to be different with each visit. Our trainers design each class to include interval cardiovascular routines, mobility and strength training. Open to all fitness levels, this class puts first-timers and fitness die-hards side by side to make progress at their own level together in one community.

New Check-in Protocol: Everyone is required to sanitize shoes (Healthy Sole) and hands upon entering any CTF studio. Everyone is also required to take a surface temperature reading and must wear a mask at all times. During class, we will provide everybody with their own personal spray bottle to sanitize equipment between stations.

20,000+ Visits since Re-Opening & ZERO Covid-19 Cases!

Email [email protected] to sign up for our 14-day free trial.

Hours of Operations

Mon - Thur: 5am - 1pm 4pm - 8:30pm

Friday 5am - 1pm 4pm - 6:30pm

Saturday - Sunday: 8am - 1pm

Address

3600 N. Halsted St, Chicago IL

Phone #

(312) 550-9923

Website

http://crosstownfitness.com/

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Reviews

CrossTown Fitness - Lakeview

4.9

Based on 200 reviews

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Kayla Jane McLaughlin

13:47 12 Feb 21

I've truly enjoyed the level of professionalism demonstrated here as it relates to fitness and training. A CLEAN, encouraging environment, where you will push yourself in ways you didn't know you could, the best way! I look forward to many more workouts here. Not to mention, the variety and "not knowing" the exact workout, keeps you engaged, on your toes, and helps time pass quickly!

Nicholas Rohaidy

18:00 02 Nov 20

knowledgeable trainers, friendly staff, great workouts, nice community, clean gym and operating great in the wake of covid. Huge transforation with my body and strength in the short time ive been with them. will highly recommend to anyone!

Samuel Dhuey

15:09 15 Oct 20

Really friendly and helpful staff and coaches! The workouts are great.

Rachita Malhotra

14:20 08 Oct 20

Great trainers and staff, very energetic! Challenging workouts, but the trainers are very accommodating and suggest modifications whenever required.

Amanda Simmons

19:11 30 Sep 20

CTF lakeview is addicting! Love how challenging the classes are and how helpful and energetic the staff is!

Gerorge Gates

12:50 28 Aug 20

I really love this gym. Just joined. I am super happy with the membership Jonathan helped me set up. The facility is clean and there is a TON of equipment! A bit busy in the evenings but mornings are not so bad! Highly recommend!

Sarah Akeredolu

13:20 07 Aug 20

The workouts are pretty intense but I'm glad to have the opportunity to work out close to my old neighborhood. I also like how the trainers and staff are super friendly and helpful.

Ara Acosta

19:18 14 Mar 20

I got a month trial membership of this gym and I’m not going to lie, I want to extend it! This place is absolutely amazing. The workouts are always different and challenging. The trainers are accommodating and also very helpful. They go around correcting form and making sure everyone understands the workouts. I definitely recommend this gym to everyone looking for a challenging HIIT workout!

Justin Boltz

14:12 24 Feb 20

Amazing classes and instructors! I love the daily variety of exercises that continuously keeps me on my toes. The instructors are caring, informative, and never make you feel intimidated because of your limitations. Steven at check-in is an added bonus, he quickly knows most people by name and he is extremely friendly and accommodating.

Constance Manske

12:52 22 Feb 20

I started attending classes about two weeks ago and I am sold. The classes are so energetic, the instructors are knowledgeable and the workouts are never exactly the same. What I enjoy the most is the diversity of individuals in the class. Whether you are a beginning or a pro, you will feel comfortable and supported by both the instructor and your peers during the workout. I purchased a 30-day Groupon, but I plan to continue working out at crosstown. What a wonderful community- highly recommend!

Jessenia Rodriguez

16:31 29 Jan 20

Just getting to know the CrossTown Fitness community and can say that so far I'm impressed. The work outs are tough, but can be adjusted for a variety of fitness levels. The instructors are available throughout the class and very helpful. I totally messed up in one of the circuits and the instructor noticed and helped get me on track. The members in my group were also encouraging during the work out. I'm excited to get to know this community better!

Alyssa Vela

02:14 16 Jan 20

Completely impressed with the Lakeview location of CrossTown fitness! I am new to Chicago and was excited to enjoy some of the great fitness options in the city. I happened upon CrossTown fitness and have enjoyed every class so far. The facilities are always clean and the staff and trainers are very friendly and helpful. I've not found many gyms to be so welcoming to newcomers.

Sarah Partyka

14:18 29 Dec 19

I love CTF! The 5am classes are perfect for my busy schedule and all the instructors are great. They are attentive and help guide me to make sure I am doing the exercises correctly to avoid injury. Every class is different (and not a lot of burpees!!) and they encourage you to push yourself (safely!!) to make the most of class. Steven is great, is quick to respond with any questions or concerns regarding membership and it's many perks.

Kristi Dobreff

21:11 29 Nov 19

Crosstown is the best! Great instructors and awesome music. I love that I never know what to expect at each class. It’s a must try!

Marissa Ludy

02:43 21 Nov 19

I just recently started coming to crosstown fitness and I absolutely love it. The instructors are excellent motivator and really encourage me to give it my all. I look forward to every class.

Lori Mitchell

14:12 19 Nov 19

If I lived closer to a CTF, I would gladly adjust my budget to make this gym my home gym. I love the coaches and the gym. it's such a good workout and a great community. The coaches reach out to you personally after every workout, which makes me feel special. If you ever open a Logan location, I'm joining in a heartbeat!

Sonia Schaefbauer

22:47 01 Nov 19

I have been looking for a challenging and scalable full body HIIT studio in the Lincoln Park/Lakeview area since moving north from downtown. CrossTown has been so amazing. The classes are tough, but exercises can be easily modified to match your strength. The instructors and facilities are also 10/10 too.

Brooke Maropis

19:01 30 Oct 19

Love this place! I'm happy that a gym like this opened in Roscoe Village. It makes it very convenient to attend before and after work. The classes are always very high-energy, challenging, and well-organized, too, which keeps me coming back :)

Ankuri Patel

13:53 22 Oct 19

CTF is great Gym! Very challenging and fun at the same time. The instructors are wonderful and the gym is very clean. Class schedule is great!

Keisha Target

17:39 08 Oct 19

This is one of the best gym experiences I’ve had in Chicago. The classes are amazing, the instructors are great. The workouts can be pretty intense but it’s also acceptable to go at your own pace, which I love. The facilities are always very clean as well, which is great. 10/10 would recommend

samantha lopez

01:52 21 Sep 19

I love this gym. The workouts are always different, the coaches are friendly and I’ve seen great results. It’s my calm at the end of the day because I’m able to relieve stress and have a nice hour where I can’t think about anything. Very happy I signed up and joined the community.

Anna Hogan

19:42 17 Sep 19

Love CTF! The trainers are great and every workout is new and different, and always a challenge. The HIIT style workout makes it go by really quickly but I always leave feeling like I got a great workout.

Destiny Clark

08:06 13 Sep 19

The trainers were very nice us and the provide good assistance. he workout was amazing and the atmosphere of the gym was very motivated.

Alberta Cook

15:32 10 Sep 19

Omg I love this gym! I attend classes at the West Loop location. The instructors are awesome and the work outs really push u.

Katie Hiscox

00:20 03 Sep 19

CTF is such a great gym. Staff is awesome and so so friendly. Classes are always different and hold my interest.

Lydia House

15:50 20 Aug 19

I absolutely love this gym! I joined with Groupon and then stayed and got a membership! I always leave feeling very positive! There are also many classes so it's great with my busy schedule!

Katie N

22:24 30 Jul 19

I would like to preface that one of my brothers owns a successful gym out in Naperville and I have been hard-pressed to encounter the same environment, enthusiasm, and approach he provides at his gym but I think I found the closest second in CrossTown Fitness. I've known about this place for a while but was on the fence about joining as I had flushed several dollars down the can on OTF without ever feeling eager for my workouts and getting into the facility is 80% of the battle. I also always noticed the energy from CTF as I strolled by with my pooch and finally my curiosity got the best of me. My first HIIT class was yesterday with Tom (something compelled me to go to Groupon, I hadn't been on Groupon since I deemed their emails "spam" years ago but there was a Groupon deal I couldn't pass up) and I knew from the second I stepped inside that I was where I was supposed to be!I was greeted by the gym manager, Jessica, and a cute little sign that said "Welcome Katie", it was a nice touch. Jessica gave me an excellent description of the space, what is offered, and was just generally inviting.I was a bit nervous for the 6:30 class to start, our class was huge and I was impressed with how well the space was used to accommodate everyone, not once did I feel cramped. Tom was great! He wasn't an obnoxious coach shouting so loudly into his microphone one could barely understand what he was saying, he knew how to keep the motivation amped, and knew when to add extra encouragement at the sight of dwindling energy. I'd also like to add that his playlist helped a ton! No cheesy high school EDM or poorly remixed classics over a tacky commercial beat. The stations were challenging and easy to revise should anyone (like me) need to and there were 10 of them so nothing felt blandly repetitive. It was an incredibly thought out and executed HIIT class and I'm so proud of myself for making it through...*side note: for a person who is accustomed to being fit, falling out of shape can be intensely demotivating but instead of focusing on how out of shape I had become during my first class, it was easy to regain the excitement gained during a workout! The class and environment are things I've missed since moving away from my brother's gym long ago and everything just fit. I'm actually excited again to be part of a "fit-fam" for lack of a better term...To wrap up a rather long-winded review, go to CTF. Even if you take just one class, it'll prove to you how capable you are and may ignite something inside you didn't know or forgot you had!

Eric Wendt

02:10 15 Jul 19

Love the trainers! They genuinely want whats in your best interests and to help you succeed!

Danielle Shelton

15:32 11 Jun 19

I love CTF it’s one of the best workouts. Great energy and great staff, and the facilities are always super clean too. It’s one of those workouts that makes you want to come back unlike other gyms.

Megan Flynn

14:14 11 Jun 19

CTF Lakeview has been the perfect place to jumpstart a new workout routine. Challenging classes are made fun and fast with welcoming staff and a group of people that are just as nice. It has been a community that I am happy to now be part of!

Christina DiBrizzi

18:30 21 May 19

My favorite workout class in the city! All the trainers are so positive and motivating, only gym that I enjoy going too 5 days a week! I'm hooked! Love CTF!!

Shayna Brook

14:02 07 May 19

I love crosstown fitness. I have always been self conscious about working out alone so I joined this gym because I love the motivation from the teachers and my peers in the classes.

Renee P

12:04 22 Apr 19

Great community energy, skilled motivating trainers, equipment and music they helps me move toward my goals!

Daniel Fragoso

13:22 01 Apr 19

This place is great and worth the money. Liu’s Classes are why I go. Super challenging for all skill levels!

Brendon Swisher

14:36 20 Mar 19

Did a few trial classes and really liked it. Definitely different from any other class I have done in the past. I love how they switch it up and every class is different. Recently signed up full time and could not be happier with that decision.

Joanne Tabor

03:57 14 Mar 19

Couldn't recommend this place more! I felt comfortable immediately. It is an amazing atmosphere and you really get a great work out every time you go. The workouts are different each time, so it goes by quickly and you never get bored.

Sara Ciesiun

14:59 26 Feb 19

Love going to CTF! If you go consistently you will see results quickly. What I love about it is that they really allow you to go at your own pace, but are really great at encouraging you to push yourself. Stephanie and Liu are my two favorite coaches. They play the best music and they are also really great motivators. I definitely get the best workout in their classes because they make me want to challenge myself.

Maria Victoria Ortega Perez

01:10 26 Feb 19

Amazing! Classes are very dynamic. I honestly enjoy exercising in CTF. Staff is very friendly. Good combination of cardio and strength. Love it!

Laura Zalewski

21:00 08 Jan 19

I love CTF! There's no other gym in Chicago that makes me look forward to working out so much. The trainers are super helpful and encouraging. I'm hooked!

Erin Klimowicz

16:51 13 Dec 18

Great gym with a variety of exercises. The trainers are super friendly and helpful. You don’t have to be a size 2 to go here. While there are a ton of fit people that go here there is an exercise for everyone’s level and no one makes you feel out of place! Been going for over a year now!

Melanie Noonan

14:06 24 Nov 18

Crosstown fitness has helped me so much in strength and endurance. Their trainers ensure that they know their clients well! I love coming here.

Carolyn Martineau

15:33 14 Nov 18

I'm hooked. I'm a runner first, but have found adding a weekly CrossTown fitness class to my routine has improved my race performance, fitness, and physique. The offer a great balance of upper body, lower body, and core, and the variety keeps them enjoyable and challenging. Caullen Hudson in particular also does an excellent job of keeping everyone in good form and making sure we get the most out of the workouts. Love the soundtrack too.

Jeremiah Peralta

03:39 05 Nov 18

Great workout! The instructors are very attentive, detailed, and give you a fantastic full body session. It is one of my favorite gyms in the city. I highly recommend if you want to get your butt kicked (in a good way obviously).

John McCarthy

13:16 25 Oct 18

Been taking classes at CrossTown Fitness for a week or so (I found it through ClassPass) and they're awesome! Learn how to use lots of different equipment and exercises with friendly and knowledgeable trainers. Good for all levels - just choose the weight that's right for you. Go check it out!

Gokul Solai

13:41 17 Oct 18

This is a great gym with great culture from top down. The front desk staff treats you like they have known you forever. The workouts are also spot on -- I always come out feeling great. The workouts are diverse so you will hit all muscle groups multiple times a week.

Juanita Andersen

22:12 13 Oct 18

I was so nervous before my first class, but the staff and teacher were so welcoming and helpful. I’ve gone 7 times in my first two weeks, and I definitely feel a difference in my body. I love how the workouts change every class, and now I’ve gotten to the point where I’m excited before each class. Highly recommend!

Katie Trueman

18:39 11 Oct 18

Total body workout classes are awesome! I leave those classes feeling like every part of my body has been worked, and I'm dripping in sweat. It's great to have someone push you for an hour instead of me dilly dallying around a gym by myself trying to figure out how to push myself and end up avoiding pushing myself. Instructors are great and it's a very welcoming, non-intimidating place

Michael Walter

12:49 03 Oct 18

Crosstown fitness I did on a slight whim. I knew I wanted to get in better shape for a big trip coming up, but didn't know how much I'd like it. I really loved it. The instructors are both kind and patient. I've asked how to deadlift maybe 7x and they always patiently explain it. Really glad this place exists.

Renee Mailhiot

14:39 18 Sep 18

This gym does a great job of pushing you outside your comfort zone with new moves, all sectioned in various stations. I love that it's different every time, and the variety of moves/timing/sets/repetitions makes the class go by so quickly. The instructors are knowledgeable and great at correcting form in a polite way. My only issue is that I do feel it's catered more to an experienced person when it comes to fitness. I sometimes have a hard time on some of the equipment specifically, like pull-ups with bands or various kettle bell moves that might feel awkward at first. They do show modifications, which is helpful. And it's great to be pushed past your current level, just more something to note if you are a beginner or not as experienced on an array of equipment and props.

Omar Villalobos

01:52 07 Sep 18

One of my favorite studios thus far. Every class is always so dynamic and challenging, but yet welcoming to all levels. I’ve tried a few studios around Lakeview East, but this one — while still a 15 min walk from me — takes the cake because it’s worth it.

Bridget McClatchey

18:22 03 Sep 18

Have been going to CrossTown Fitness for a month now and am enjoying it very much. Great variety of exercises and always challenging yet instructors make it motivating. Would encourage others to check it out.

Nick Kerger

13:04 21 Aug 18

Love the energy of the trainers and the supportive atmosphere. Workout is great and varies each class. Great workout

Jennifer Lutenski

21:42 14 Aug 18

Great gym! No two classes are ever the same, and all of the instructors are helpful and supportive. Would definitely recommend to anyone looking for a great workout!

Benjamin Pisik

19:03 07 Aug 18

Katherine McIlwain

20:16 31 Jul 18

Absolutely love Crosstown Northside! Every workout is challenging but can be scaled to any fitness level and ability. I like that most of the workouts are anchored around variations of functional movements, so you can track your progress and feel encouraged to pick up heavier weights over time. Trainers are highly knowledgeable, attentive to form, and motivating!

Maddie Braman

13:42 16 Jul 18

I love going to CrossTown - I work up a great sweat, classes are fun and always changing, and the environment is very conducive to getting a good workout in

Mary Mccormick

17:03 02 Jul 18

I have been loving CTF! I’ve always enjoyed a good workout, but these classes really push me to work my hardest. I have a knee issue and the instructors are great about providing me exercise modifications. I’m only 5 classes in, but have already seen a change which prompted me to sign up for the unlimited pass. Give it a shot, you’ll love it!

Juliette Strauss

15:08 28 Jun 18

Instructors are great! Facility is open and clean and the equipment is in great condition. The work outs are amazing and I always leave feeling accomplished!

Andrea Goossens

16:10 21 Jun 18

I’ve always thought of CrossFit as an intimidating workout. I couldn’t have been more wrong about it, it’s been amazing and so rewarding. I love the energy in the room, the trainers are so friendly, helpful and inspirational always pushing you to finish strong. I can’t recommend this place enough!

Alicia May

01:13 18 Jun 18

I absolutely love CTF! I signed up for the two week trial and got hooked. It’s a great workout, that constantly changes so you are never bored and keeps the mind and body guessing! I signed up for an unlimited membership after my two weeks were up!

Meghan Krueger

02:06 29 May 18

CrossTown Fitness is one of my favorite group classes in Chicago. Classes are always challenging and a good workout. The instructors are well prepared, professional and friendly. If you're looking to mix up your routine and get some motivation from a great class and environment, I definitely recommend CTF!

Kathryn Isaacson

19:33 22 May 18

Great workout, never bored and always total body. You typically rotate between 4/5 stations multiple times through with a great mix of cardio and weights. Be prepared to be sore but SO glad that you went to class

Tammy Huang

15:32 10 May 18

I started going to Crosstown Fitness looking for a change in the normal gym routine. I love how every class is different, which makes working out a lot more exciting! I've done many exercises that I never would have ever tried on my own. All the teachers push you to do your best. I'll definitely come back again!

Kelly Williams

15:49 19 Apr 18

The classes are fun, challenging, and different every single day. The trainers all do a great job moving you through routines and offering variations of movements that fit your fitness level and goals. I always feel amazing after I leave this place.

Kimberly Smith

19:37 16 Apr 18

Getting started working out again after some injuries and this has been a great experience allowing me to adapt the exercises to meet my needs and the trainers are really attentive to those of us with special needs! Plus it is fun and moves fast so you don't get bored, before you know it, the work out is over. And everyone here is really nice from the trainers to the fellow students.

Stephanie Manikas

14:29 11 Apr 18

I LOVE this studio! All of the trainers are amazing. I have never felt more in shape or been pushed harder in the right way. Every class is different and every instructor is different too, awesome variety. I am joining this studio. Best workout in Chicago!

Elizabeth Weber

02:59 07 Apr 18

The instructors are SO welcoming and nice. They are really attentive and come help you as needed during the class. I always leave class feeling like I had a challenging, but enjoyable workout.

Erin Beggs

00:53 01 Apr 18

Challenging, exciting and motivating classes. Something different each class and each instructor. Guaranteed to sweat your butt off and be sore!

Madison Carroll

18:22 30 Mar 18

Love this place! Definitely a killer workout but it's constantly moving so you're never bored. Love how everything rotates - super positive and encouraging environment. Would recommend to people of all fitness levels (looking to get their butt kicked!)

Aaron Diehr

20:13 18 Mar 18

Good stuff here. Lots of interval training, with options of strength-focused (minimal cardio) or more balanced (with plenty of cardio). I also did a mobility class that was all pressure-point work, which relieved my (quite) sore muscles from the classes I took earlier in the week. Trainers are very good about correcting form, especially with newcomers. Relaxed group, non-judgmental, encouraging (but, thankfully, without the weird insider cult-like vibe that could easily be present at a place like this). All around great experiences!

stephanie sladnick

22:27 04 Mar 18

Amazing classes for anyone looking to get the most out of your workout. Each instructor takes pride in their work and offers a fast paced class that keeps you working without realizing 45 minutes has passed. A must try for fitness enthusiasts and people looking for a change of pace