| Tue | 05:00 am -11:00 pm |
| Wed | 05:00 am -11:00 pm |
| Thu | 05:00 am -11:00 pm |
| Fri | 05:00 am -10:00 pm |
| Sat | 07:00 am -09:00 pm |
| Sun | 07:00 am -09:00 pm |
I would also leave zero stars, if possible. My credit card was stolen and therefore cancelled, and instead of cancelling my membership like a normal business, they continued to charge me--without sending any invoices or anything. So, when I didn't pay it, THEY SENT IT TO COLLECTIONS. This place is an absolute joke. Take your money somewhere else.
credit card expired for one week with my automatic payment. I received two calls and three emails.
You would think I was behind on my mortgage for a year...
I would leave 0 starts if I had the option. Be aware of the cancellation policy because if you decide to cancel 27 days before your next billing cycle, this joke of a gym will still charge you in 30 days since its "in the cancellation policy". Do not bother politely reaching out to their shady billing company called "ABC Financial Services", as they will basically just repeat the same thing over and over again about the policy like a broken record. I was at this gym chain for 3 years and evidently paying them thousands of dollars wasn't enough to justify collecting another months dues because of their bogus "cancellation policy". It is 100% a cash grab and when cancelling just remember it is going to cost you 1 months membership dues. BUYER BEWARE.
There policy of having to cancel More than 30 days out seems a little dishonest. Many people like me receive notice they have to move in less time, therefore end up paying for a month they cannot use. Additionally, the gym is way too busy during peak hours. The classes offered are decent. Mediocre gym option at best.
FIND ANOTHER GYM! This company cares a lot more about their revenue than they do about your life. They have no buyout if you want to cancel your membership before your year-long contract expires.
That means you'll need to pay for nothing if you don't intend to use the gym. It's their policy. They won't go over that of course when you sign up because why would they?
Like so many similar types of businesses, they desperately need to keep memberships. They're struggling to provide value. While so many companies offer flexibility, this one does not. Their bottom line is more important than you.
Beware. Please beware. They do not care.
BAC is a great gym in the foundational sense. It is clean, has top line well cared for equipment, and the staff is generally great. I also like the convenient locations off most of the major CTA lines.
My issue with the gym, like many gyms, is the place is an absolute zoo at peak hours. It's so crowded that you have to puppy guard machines and equipment or wait in double digits for certain equipment to open up.
Overall, I support CAC/BAC but they really should consider opening a new gym northwest, perhaps the Logan Square area, to help stem overflow.
BAC is a great gym in the foundational sense. It is clean, has top line well cared for equipment, and the staff is generally great. I also like the convenient locations off most of the major CTA lines.
My issue with the gym, like many gyms, is the place is an absolute zoo at peak hours. It's so crowded that you have to puppy guard machines and equipment or wait in double digits for certain equipment to open up.
Overall, I support CAC/BAC but they really should consider opening a new gym northwest, perhaps the Logan Square area, to help stem overflow.
The gym is alright, but being forced to sign a 1-year contract is pretty archaic and inconvenient, and exists solely to increase their profit. Having a family emergency and can no longer afford payments? Too bad, you're locked in and will be forced to pay. So many other subscription-based companies have figured out the month-to-month model already---even PLANET FITNESS---and I hope BAC catches up.
Really enjoy the gym and convenience of location. Very clean, front desk is extremely helpful. However the classes are sub-par. Previously went to FFC and the quality of the instructors and classes offered were far above. Would suggest more 45 minute classes and better instructors.
Really enjoy the gym and convenience of location. Very clean, front desk is extremely helpful. However the classes are sub-par. Previously went to FFC and the quality of the instructors and classes offered were far above. Would suggest more 45 minute classes and better instructors.
As a CrossFit gym for CrossFit people:
5 stars, good facility with knowledgeable coaches, plenty of class times and class options.
From the perspective of a non-athletic person:
Can be intimidating and coaches can come off as non-empathetic. I think they care. I think they've often been athlete's most of their life so it's hard to understand how deep the uncomfortable goes.
Maybe I'm a skewed perspective?
- I want to please my coaches so badly I might overdo it when they push hard.
- I'm constantly afraid of being hurt
- I came from a gym that was very friendly to newcomers and people without athletic experience. That gym had a consistent "bootcamp" class that made that crowd of folks feel much more comfortable and gave them a good place to grow more confident with their bodies and the movements. We moved into CrossFit classes at our own pace.
Bucktown uses a 6-week program that quickly integrates you into regular CrossFit classes and using the barbells. Pairing this with the common coach response of, "You can do it, it's fine, tough it out", I have often left class and cried. I understand their philosophies behind why they do this but the mental stress is more than I want.
gym is good again!!!
Great gym as far how clean it is. Horrible parking, reason why 2 stars is cause of Tim Davis.....real horrible guy, talks to people like children. Go to another CAC
Great gym as far how clean it is. Horrible parking, reason why 2 stars is cause of Tim Davis.....real horrible guy, talks to people like children. Go to another CAC
This would be a steller workout place if it wasn't completely jammed packed with people M-Th. It is extremely difficult to find space to change in the female locker room, and the locker room is not set up well to handle the number of people to number of lockers present.
That being said, the classes & instructors are awesome. The gym is so clean & fresh. The employees are very friendly & helpful. This would be the best gym I've ever been to if the lockers rooms weren't like walking into Times Square on a Saturday night.
This would be a steller workout place if it wasn't completely jammed packed with people M-Th. It is extremely difficult to find space to change in the female locker room, and the locker room is not set up well to handle the number of people to number of lockers present.
That being said, the classes & instructors are awesome. The gym is so clean & fresh. The employees are very friendly & helpful. This would be the best gym I've ever been to if the lockers rooms weren't like walking into Times Square on a Saturday night.
Great neighborhood gym. Price is great and I have the membership to go to any gym (however, I don't go to others that often.) Everyone is friendly. Has to be one of the cleanest locker rooms and showers with great shower products at BAC I've come across and is cleaned regularly. Also, I love the fact that they have full size towels. Nothing is worse than coming out of a shower with a hand towel like some gyms... Just saying. I just wish that they had a steam room, sauna or whirlpool and tad bit longer hours, but I'll manage.
Gym is alright not my favorite CAC location but they have a great class schedule. I recommend walking or biking because parking is awful. Not sure why there's a "valet" or what his exact job duties are.
Sophie has it right. The gym has only deteriorated since I've joined. Previously was spacious and nice, now they keep adding on renovations which shrink the size of the most used spots. They took out a third of the weightlifting section for a studio which I rarely see people using. Which of course makes the lifting section more crammed. Wish I hadn't signed up for a full year.
I've been a member of this gym for about a year. I've had a wonderful experience so far. Locker room is very clean. Towel service is a plus. Yoga classes have been excellent and instructors provide helpful feedback. Parking is a bit difficult. They have some spots available during their peak hours. Otherwise, you have to pay for the closet parking. Some free street parking south of North Ave.
This is probably the nicest gym I've been in. Price is good because the classes are free and you have access to other locations. Staff is friendly and play decent music!
Gym is alright not my favorite CAC location but they have a great class schedule. I recommend walking or biking because parking is awful. Not sure why there's a "valet" or what his exact job duties are.
Gym is alright not my favorite CAC location but they have a great class schedule. I recommend walking or biking because parking is awful. Not sure why there's a "valet" or what his exact job duties are.
I've been a member of this gym for about a year. I've had a wonderful experience so far. Locker room is very clean. Towel service is a plus. Yoga classes have been excellent and instructors provide helpful feedback. Parking is a bit difficult. They have some spots available during their peak hours. Otherwise, you have to pay for the closet parking. Some free street parking south of North Ave.
I've been a member of this gym for about a year. I've had a wonderful experience so far. Locker room is very clean. Towel service is a plus. Yoga classes have been excellent and instructors provide helpful feedback. Parking is a bit difficult. They have some spots available during their peak hours. Otherwise, you have to pay for the closet parking. Some free street parking south of North Ave.
This is the best gym that I have been a member at so far in Chicago.
Great neighborhood gym. Price is great and I have the membership to go to any gym (however, I don't go to others that often.) Everyone is friendly. Has to be one of the cleanest locker rooms and showers with great shower products at BAC I've come across and is cleaned regularly. Also, I love the fact that they have full size towels. Nothing is worse than coming out of a shower with a hand towel like some gyms... Just saying. I just wish that they had a steam room, sauna or whirlpool and tad bit longer hours, but I'll manage.
Great neighborhood gym. Price is great and I have the membership to go to any gym (however, I don't go to others that often.) Everyone is friendly. Has to be one of the cleanest locker rooms and showers with great shower products at BAC I've come across and is cleaned regularly. Also, I love the fact that they have full size towels. Nothing is worse than coming out of a shower with a hand towel like some gyms... Just saying. I just wish that they had a steam room, sauna or whirlpool and tad bit longer hours, but I'll manage.
