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Defined Training, located in Chicago, IL, has built a reputation for an inclusive and welcoming gym community. Visitors and members alike praise the highly knowledgeable coaches, including David, Sarah, and Cara, who provide personalized and attentive instruction. The gym offers a wide variety of training programs, including CrossFit, strength training, and Olympic lifting, catered to all fitness levels. Members appreciate the meticulous planning of workouts and the strong sense of camaraderie that encourages everyone to achieve their personal best.

Noted for its exceptional community spirit, Defined Training maintains a friendly atmosphere where everyone feels like family. Despite its high ratings, one area for improvement is managing noise levels early in the morning to be considerate of the residential neighborhood. The gym has also been commended for its comprehensive COVID-19 safety protocols, ensuring members feel safe while training.

Pros:

  • Friendly and welcoming community.
  • Highly knowledgeable and attentive coaches.
  • Wide range of training programs.
  • Inclusive environment for all fitness levels.
  • Personalized instruction.
  • Meticulous workout planning.
  • Exceptional COVID-19 safety measures.
  • Strong sense of camaraderie.
  • Motivating and supportive atmosphere.
  • Diverse class offerings.

Cons:

  • Noise levels early in the morning.
  • Occasional overcrowding issues.
  • High member turnover during COVID.

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Reviews (60)

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A truly inclusive community that exemplifies fitness being accessible to all. I have been a member for about a month now and love the coaches, the workouts, the MUSIC!, and all the friendly faces. Defined Training is a class act!

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Defined is expert-level coaching married with an open, supportive environment. I am forever grateful for all the strength, confidence, growth, and love Defined has given me over the years. (It’s not hyperbole to say leaving my Defined family has been the hardest part about leaving Chicago to relocate to SoCal!) Until I can see you all and give you a big hug in person, I hope you can feel the Gold Dust vibes I’m sending you from the west coast. And if you’re looking for a gym that will help you tap into the best version of yourself, THIS is the place!

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Defined Training is one of the best gyms I've ever had the opportunity to be a part of. Not only are the coaches amazing and inviting, but the members are great. They've created an amazing community that makes you instantly want to be a part of the moment you step in their gym. Could not recommend it enough to everyone!

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What can I say about Defined Training that hasn't already been shared? I started here in January and cannot believe how quickly and easily the time has passed. Between the top-class coaches who support you at every workout while keeping you accountable to yourself, the workouts that are created to make the most of each session, regardless of your skill or fitness level, and the community that encourages and accepts anyone, whether you've been there for 2 months or 2 years, there's a reason people love this gym, myself included. All you need to succeed here is a bit of commitment and the desire to be better and Defined Training will help take care of the rest. Give it a shot, I promise you won't be disappointed!

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I joined Defined when gyms started to re-open after the initial shut-downs due to the pandemic. I wanted a place that would challenge me physically and allow me to feel safe doing so. I am fortunate that Defined gives me both! The staff and athletes are very welcoming, supportive, and will push you to be your best in many aspects of your life, not just in your workouts. I feel very safe training there given that all athletes have & clean their own equipment and are given a separate space to use in the gym, so social distancing is very feasible. And the changes I’ve already noticed in my strength and progress after only a few months has been dramatic! I am very happy at Defined and find it a welcoming, supportive, & safe space for people of any fitness level or walk of life to train!

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I don’t really write reviews unless it is for something really good. And this place is really good. It is my safe place where I know I am doing something good for myself. It is my accountability. I’ve been a defined.training member for 6 years. I found a place where I don’t feel judged for the way I look or what I am capable of doing.I wanted to find strength focused classes that were challenging and help me to get stronger;This was 6 years ago so I don’t have to mention that I did find that place .Members at defined are very friendly, welcoming and ready to help you. For someone like me, shy and a little introvert, group training can be intimidating and scary. However, members there help you to feel included and confident. I have done classes with most of the coaches at defined. Each of them have a different way to lead the training but they are all ready to help you and push you to do your best. Once you share your fitness goals with your them, they will hold you accountable and help you to achieve them. I like all the coaches but I do have the ones I train more often with because of my schedule and I love them, Kevin, Cara and Sarah.I call defined a gym, but it is “more than a gym.” It is my safe place. I leave there feeling great, happy, motivated and Looking forward for the next training.

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Great gym to step up your athletic performance. I've never been a part of a more supportive community, from the top tier coaches offering personal instruction to everyone to the members who all power through tough workouts together. Don't feel like you have to be a top tier athlete to join. Defined truly welcomes everyone!Note: Joined during COVID and they do an amazing job of making sure all equipment is sanitized between use and everyone stays in their own marked off area with a mask throughout your workout.

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If you don't get motivated working out at this place then there's no way of motivating you. The coaching crew is awesome, energetic and personal. They care about your progress and well being. Also, the classmates are very personable and willing to help out with the workouts. This gym is a must if you are into CrossFit and are looking for great workout.

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I've been cross-training since 2017. Defined Training is the fourth and largest gym I've been a member of. I was intimidated at first by the strong athletes and tight community, but the coaches are really engaging and helpful!I started at the gym in 2020. For a while I was furloughed and unable to afford the monthly charge. Thankfully ownership was understanding about pausing my membership~ When I restarted in November, I was nervous as it was my first time after state and local stay-at-home, quarantine measures. Everyone wears masks. Soap, hand sanitizer, and cleaning solution are readily available. Fans are regularly running overhead, and the garage door is open weather permitting. The gym is set up so each athlete works out in a taped off area which is sanitized after each class along with all equipment used!I'm being furloughed again due to slow winter business, but I was able to get 2 months free through the scholarship program that keeps the gym accessible during these unprecedented times. The application was easy, and I'm so thankful that I'll be able to continue training because working out keeps me ground. Defined Training is truly a gym that cares!

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Their slogan is "More than a gym" and it certainly feels that way. Training at Defined changed my perspective of what a gym should be. I found knowledgeable, helpful coaches that would push my limits not in an intimidating way, make my workout something I'd look forward to, and made me feel at home. I started working out right in the middle of Covid and their protocol made me feel super safe. I feel that Defined changed not only my body to the better, but improved my mental health and overall attitude - I'm happier and healthier. I recommend this gym to everyone!

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Except the peak hours, this place remains quite free or moderately crowded.

This business has a rating of 4.9-star.

This business has 60 reviews.

The address is: 3834 N Broadway, Chicago, IL 60613, United States .

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