Defined Training

I was in Chicago for a few months and decided to join a Crossfit gym. David was super welcoming and made it easy to join. Coaches were interactive. And it was good in and out. Plus, the gym kept it COVID safe while I was there.

Hands down best community, Ownership and training you can get for your money. I joined this gym because I lived in the building above it, good o’l 2016 days. Yet I was introduced to the best DEFINED fit family and friends I’ve yet to know. The vibes here are welcoming, coaches who LOVE to teach you the right way to do what ever you want to achieve and have the patience to walk you through it. Incredible support. Lots of amazing memories. David, Noah and the rest of the coaches have provided me with solid foundation that I took along with me with my journey. I was am truly fond by those guys and their coaching techniques because it sure sticks. I will be back visiting once I am in Chitown for sure!

Defined training is a place that you will love going back to as often as you can. The team here has built an amazing and inclusive culture which is one of the best things about this place. The coaches are some of the best/most qualified that I have trained with. From regular crossfit training to their strength training programs and their Olympic lifting training -- everything is designed to give you maximum gains while getting you to have fun! The coaches here are so nice, that I don't think they could be rude even if they tried to be. It's a beautiful and supportive space with a very strong sense of community, and I can guarantee that you will always step out of this place in a much better mood than when you entered it. If you are moving to the area or are just visiting, I highly encourage checking this place out.

Truly amazing gym with challenging yet fun workouts, awesome and very knowledgeable trainers, and overall inclusive environment regardless your level of fitness. I felt welcomed from the first day I started training at Defined and the community atmosphere is like no other gym I’ve been to. The 5:30am early bird classes have a special, tight knit, yet welcoming group of members (special shout out to my training buddy Sharon!) and the trainers are always available to provide guidance, motivation and a good laugh. Defined not only improved my physical fitness immensely but truly pushed my mind/body to new limits, developed my functional fitness for every day tasks and instilled a higher level of confidence in myself. Sad to be moving away from my favorite neighborhood gym but highly recommend Defined for its excellent programs, top notch trainers, and equally amazing members.

Every time I show up at Defined, I experience knowledgeable and approachable coaches. They are always willing to answer questions and I always feel confident in executing the movements that are programmed because of their coaching. The workouts are challenging, fun and community driven. I would highly recommend checking out Defined and making this gym a part of your daily routine!

I've been going to this gym for almost two years, and I can't say enough about all the great things this gym does. Apart from doing on-and-off strength training for the past decade, this was my first time joining a cross fit gym. The coaches are not only friendly, but they are willing to work with you if you have an injury history. I highly recommend joining this gym if you're big on functional fitness. In the meantime, I'll be looking for a cross fit gym in Michigan in an attempt to fill this void.

I came to Chicago for a fun trip to experience the world-renowned food and shopping, what I did not expect was to find a Gym experience that was just as special in every right. While I only dropped in twice, my experience being coached by both Sarah and David was phenomenal, I could tell from the beginning to end of each workout that meticulous planning goes into each session that emphasizes the growth and development in each athlete, regardless of level they are at. While I don't have any plans to move to Chicago anytime soon, knowing this wonderful spot is there waiting for me would 100% make the decision easier!

Where do I begin? I can't say enough good things about this gym. I was a member for 4 years and the only reason I left is because I moved out of the neighborhood. All of the staff members are friendly, extremely knowledgeable, passionate about fitness, and very encouraging and helpful to the members. The members are also friendly and it often felt like one big family. No Judge Judys or intimidation here. No matter your skill level, the coaches will work with you and help you improve. And you will get fit. You'll work for it, but you will see results. The owners and staff are very open with communication via updates through email and social media. They are also proactive and didn't miss a beat with ensuring a safe environment during the pandemic. Overall a great experience and I would recommend to anyone. And one last thing, this is a very safe and open space for people of all fitness levels, ages, ethnic backgrounds, races, orientations, genders, etc.

Out of all the gyms in Chicago I've experienced, Defined is at the top of the list. The programming is smart and challenging for any level with optimizing and scaling. The coaches and the community are what separates it from other gyms, though. The coaching staff knows their stuff and most importantly, they really care about every single athlete that steps in the gym. Wish I would've found Defined 5 years ago--I look back at what I was doing and shrug. Can't imagine my daily routine without it at this point.

Defined was one of the best choices I've made since moving to Chicago in August 2021. It's not just a gym, it's a community. One that's welcoming and encouraging, making it even easier to meet the goals you set for yourself (and hold you accountable!). The coaches are amazing and the classes have will give you the confidence, strength, and motivation to keep coming back.