Bluprint Fitness/Chi-Town CrossFit

I have been working out at Blurprint for over 4 years, since the beginning. Byron and Janelle created an amazing culture and I have nothing but good things to say. The programming, coaches, and equipment are top notch. When I first started, I spent several months at different gyms and Bluprint is the best.

I started at Bluprint about two months ago, and would highly recommend it. The on-ramp program strikes the right balance with respect to difficulty. Structures are in place to ensure accountability. The workouts are well designed and comprehensive, and they also leave space to tailor movements, as needed. The coaches are excellent and the community is welcoming.

Love this place! I joined about 1 1/2 years ago. I walked in with no experience with Crossfit and was intimidated at first. The on-boarding class was a great intro, the coaches taught me about form and techniques with skill, knowledge, patience and even a little laughter. I've gained confidence. I love getting stronger. Every class is different. I enjoy it. It's a great atmosphere that is effective, challenging, encouraging and fun!

It's not often I am impressed enough with something to go out of my way and review online - but Bluprint is just that awesome. Within my first month all of the coaches (Byron, Janelle, Selby, Hilary & Vince) knew me by name and always welcome me with a smile.As someone who has been active for a long time but not experienced with a lot of the more technical lifts and terminology of CrossFit, I really benefited from the structure of their 3 month on ramp program. Now that I've completed the on-ramp, I'm excited to see what new goals I'm going to crush in 2019.If you're at all curious about CrossFit or any of the other programming they offer at Bluprint - don't be shy. Book a meeting with Byron or Janelle to find out more and jump in.

It’s easy to become dedicated and motivated at Bluprint. The workouts offer new moves and challenges every day and the coaches are there to help at all times. I learn something new every class. It’s been great being part of the wonderful group of athletes at this gym.

Byron and Janelle and their team of coaches have turned a gym into a community that empowers individuals to succeed in meeting their goals. Accountability is key and something I didn’t really consider before joining.I’m writing this as I complete my 6th week in Chicago and 4th week at BluPrint. Before moving to Chicago I had let my fitness slip and was not as good as I had been previously which is why i sought out this gym before leaving the UK. Byron reached out and was not pushy like other gyms sometimes can be, he was super responsive answering my questions via email and we arranged a time to meet in person the first week I landed.Walking into the gym for my initial consultation was different to what I was used to, it’s an open setting with lots of different equipment and NO mirrors or instagram posers, Everyone there was working their hardest and enjoying it.Byron talked me through the program and what his gym offers and I knew instantly I wanted to part of the “blucrew” surrounding me was people of all ages, sizes and abilities and everyone is deemed an athlete.Every time I head to a class I feel excited and I enjoy going as the support I receive from the coaches and other members is nothing like I’ve felt before, even when I’m almost the last one completing an exercise the whole class cheers me on and I feel proud to have completed as opposed to defeated at being last which is what I would feel at other gyms. I always thought people who did CrossFit didn’t focus on technique but you will soon learn at BluPrint that technique is crucial and you will be taught the correct ways to do an exercise. Each workout is well thought out and has different levels depending on your ability, but ensures everyone trains together, which I enjoy and helps keep me motivated.BluPrint has the coaches, the space and the environment in which you can achieve your goals, the results ultimately depend on how well you use all of the resources available to you.I am excited to continue my journey with these guys, they are most definitely starting to become my home away from home

I didn't grow up playing sports and was inexperienced in weight training, so I was apprehensive about joining a CrossFit gym. I am so glad that I found Bluprint! The trainers are committed to teaching proper technique and truly set their athletes up for success. The gym culture is also very welcoming and supportive- you can expect to be greeted by your name and encouraged by fellow members. If you are on the fence about joining, I would suggest setting up a consultation with one of the trainers so that you can get a sense of the space for yourself!

Bluprint has the most well thought out programming and cycles of any CrossFit gym I’ve ever seen. You will get stronger. The workouts are well written and executed by amazing coaches. And they’re nice and friendly! It’s not every day you find incredible CF programming alongside positive and encouraging community, but Bluprint has figured it out!

I have been going to BluPrint for a year and a half now and love it! Yes, I *love* working out now. I like it so much, I even go on the weekends now.The coaches and other athletes at Bluprint are very positive and encouraging. Byron and Janelle have built a great community at this gym. Having coaches that are enthusiastic makes a difference. After a day at work, going to the gym helps me not only physically, but mentally too.First and foremost, is a focus on form. This is so important. I've worked with a lot of trainers over the years and it took a while to find ones who know proper form to both increase power and avoid injury. The slightest changes to a position make a huge difference. Before each workout, the coaches go through the form for every movement, further reinforcing it.Coach Byron creates workouts that are mixed and never get boring. All workouts have variations in case you haven't yet mastered a skill. It is a non-intimidating environment, with athletes at all different levels. I cannot stress the last part enough. If you've never done Cross-fit, this is the place to go to learn and have fun doing it!Bonus: the gym is also clean and organized. It's nice to always find weights in the right place!

I've been both an instructor and a member of many fitness centers across the country, and BluPrint is one of the few places that I'd recommend without hesitation. A genuine devotion to fitness and the wellness of their members is at the root of everything they do. There aren't any gimmicks or hassles with memberships or the programming. Just good folks doing good things. Literally all ages, backgrounds, and fitness levels can be found working side by side here. Even as an employee of other gyms where I get a free membership, I still buy a membership here because of the value that the facility, coaches, and community offer.