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December 2023 by Dani L.
I took a tour the other day and was dismayed. The gym fits its name, it's "a space," NOT an actual gym. Just a space where equipment has been thrown in and people can come workout. Has the vibe of an apartment gym rather than a professional fitness center. it's literally just a space. Since I am not a student or MAC resident, I would be paying $80/mo plus fees. Not worth the price if you ask me... the equipment was worn out, there was a balance beam falling off the wall downstairs, the floors in the basement weren't clean. The gym seems clean generally, but everything is just not up to par with the price... there were also no towels or sanitary wipes or sprays anywhere. Also no lockers. Even in gyms with lockers, your stuff is at risk of being stolen. I can't work out in peace knowing that my stuff could easily be taken by mistake or at will. All they had was slide-out storage cubes and a small coat rack. So overall, I was not impressed. What you see does not match the pictures and definitely doesn't match the price. It's best for students and people who live in the building. All the 5-star reviews are from it's old location when it was on 51st street, seems like it was better quality back then.
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November 2022 by Yee H.
Great space, great equipment, and unparalleled customer service. Annie, the owner, could not be more accommodating or knowledgeable or gracious. The Space is the antidote to corporate gyms, to gyms that require long-term contracts, that feel as cold and soulless as a frozen barbell. If you're in or around Hyde Park, you could train elsewhere. But WHY would you? The Space is THE place.
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October 2022 by Kiah Zellner-Smith
one of the best gyms. clean, bright, good music and lots of space to learn & grow in. machines are always available and it's open 24 hours. plus annie, the owner, is just a wonderful person and brings a personal touch to her gym that you won't find elsewhere.
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August 2022 by Blane B.
I am a college athlete who needed a gym to train at for two months during the summer. I struggled to find a gym that fit my needs and didn't require any down payment. The Space didn't require any down payment from me at all. Not only that, but the customer service offered is some of the best I have ever experienced. Responses to any questions I had were quick and helpful. On top of this, the gym is great. It's not overly crowded, and it had more than enough equipment for me to use. I absolutely loved this gym, and I would recommend it to anybody who is interested.
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July 2021 by Quinn Davis
Great experience. Annie, the owner, is super welcoming and makes the membership process extremely easy. All the staff are motivating and great at what they do. Not to mention, the membership price is super reasonable and the gym is very clean.
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April 2021 by Lester Clements
The staff here is super friendly and helpful. You’re guaranteed to get a great workout and have an amazing experience while doing it!
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April 2021 by Christiana Rodriguez
The people are amazing which makes waking up for the 5am class less tiresome. Not only are the coaches encouraging but the rest of the class also helps to push you in a great way.
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January 2021 by Kari Perez
Mode has the best gym environment I’ve ever seen! The vibe is awesome, music is on point, the layout is perfect, the members are friendly and the staff is even better!
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October 2020 by Martha Collins
I highly recommend Cory Roberts for personal training. He's super knowledgeable and will tailor the workout to the clients needs. I've really gained a lot of strength and balance working with Cory !
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July 2020 by Annie Church
I have had a truly remarkable experience with The Space! If you're looking to challenge yourself or switch up your normal exercise routine, this is the place! There are tons of awesome, unique trainers who are always willing to help, as well as literally any type of equipment you can imagine, if you're more independent! You can't help but get to know the community and feel welcomed and supported here. You're not just a random customer. It's like the Cheers of gyms.Clean, professional, never too crowded. A gem!
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January 2020 by Priyanka Patel
Coming here always sets my week off perfectly. A friend of mine who lives locally told me about the gym and the trainers because she had such a wonderful experience. I chose to try out this gym for personal training even though it was about 20 min away from my job and my work. I am so glad that I did. Annie, the owner, offers amazing workouts that push your body in a healthy and safe way. She has always been mindful of my injuries and customized the sessions to make sure that you are still getting in a good workout. I have also had the pleasure to train with some of her other colleagues that also offer high quality training. I’m so glad to be part of the Space community!
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December 2019 by Elizabeth N.
Great facility- they have basically every piece of equipment you could ever want and everyone is really friendly. Love the hours too- it's nice to know I never have to worry about if the gym is open when I want to get a workout in, and even if there's a class going on it's not too hard to work around it.
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May 2019 by Aly V.
Amazing in terms of the space. Annie is so accommodating! The trainers are professional. Awful however, people don't put equipment away when they're done.
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March 2019 by Monique Miller
It is a great space with equipment that optimizes cross functional training. I've worked with Annie (owner), Jason, and Marti and they all are very knowledgeable about the body, health, and fitness. The atmosphere is warm and everyone is very supportive. It is my spot to go to when I visit home. I highly recommend it.
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November 2018 by Thee Landon Smith
The Space is the kind of fitness experience everybody should want. Usually when you join a gym, you go in, you use the machines, you’re isolated, and you just go about your business. While that’s still an option if you want it, The Space brings more value to the community experience - not only to fitness, but to Chicago, as well.
