Information
Located in Mike Rylko Community Park
601 West Deerfield Parkway
(at McHenry Road/Route 83)
Phone: (847) 353-7500
Facility Hours
Monday - Thursday: 5 am - 10 pm
Friday: 5 am - 9 pm
Saturday and Sunday: 6 am - 7 pm
Membership Office Hours
Monday - Thursday: 9 am - 8 pm
Friday and Saturday: 9 am - 5 pm
Sunday: 9 a.m. - 5 pm
Family Hours
Tuesday and Thursday: 4 - 6:30 pm (Lap Pool Only)
Saturday and Sunday: 2 - 7 pm (Basketball in Gym Only)
Saturday and Sunday: 3 - 7 pm (Track and Lap Pool Only)
Kids Club Hours
Monday - Thursday: 8 am - 12 pm and 4 - 8 pm
Friday - Sunday: 8 am - 12 pm
Vitality Spa Hours
Monday: Closed
Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday: 9 am - 7 pm
Friday and Saturday: 9 am - 5 pm
Sunday: 9 am - 3 pm
History
Buffalo Grove Fitness Center maintains a fitness facility that promotes an enhanced quality of life through healthy living.
Our Mission
The Buffalo Grove Fitness Center will provide the highest quality services and amenities centered on our members, guests and their families. This includes physical conditioning for your body and holistic enrichment for your mind.
Our Vision
From a reciprocal sharing and communication of ideas involving the staff and guests of the Buffalo Grove Fitness Center, we will build an outstanding environment, for health, wellness and personal growth.
Our Values
• Community Based
• People Centered
• Respect and support between co-workers and member/guests
• Providing top notch customer service
• Professionalism
• Consistency with guest and staff relations
• Constant communication and information process
Our Philosophy
The Buffalo Grove Fitness Center is owned and operated by the Buffalo Grove Park District. The Buffalo Grove Park District is one of the state's most recognized park districts. We're here because scientific research mandates that healthcare focuses not only on disease, but also on prevention. Our expert team of health professionals will guide you through a personalized fitness program that includes an individual health assessment and a personl training consultation. We pledge to provide outstanding health and fitness opportunities in an exceptional environment with unsurpassed customer service.
Contact Us
| Main Number |
(847) 353-7500 |
Fax Number |
(847) 353-7530 |
| Front Desk |
(847) 353-7501 |
| Member Services |
(847) 353-7550 |
| Member Services |
(847) 353-7551 |
| Building Maintenance Manager |
(847) 353-7557 |
| Business Office |
(847) 353-7540 |
| Assistant Facility Operations Manager |
(847) 353-7510 |
| Kids Club Reception |
(847) 353-7535 |
| Division Manager (Personal Training, Special Programs & Group Fitness) |
(847) 353-7582 |
Fitness Specialist & |
(847) 353-7517 |
| Vitality Spa Reception |
(847) 353-7590 |
| Vitality Spa Manager |
(847) 353-7528 |
Kids Club
The Kids Club offers an opportunity for children of members and nonmembers, ages 3 months thru 10 years, to participate in fun and educational recreational activities under the qualified supervision of the Buffalo Grove Fitness Center Kids Club Team. We offer activities such as arts and crafts, along with organized sports and games. Children experience the benefits of a positive environment and can choose to participate in various activities, while parents are engaged in their workouts within the facility. Parents can rest assured that their children are supervised and interacted with during their visit. In order to maintain proper staffing, efficiency and safety, reservations are required and can be made 3 days in advance of a visit. Health history forms must be completed prior to a child entering the play area. Forms can be obtained within the Kids Club or at Member Services.
School's Out
Join us on days off of school and during extended school breaks for a variety of fun filled educational and physical activities. A registration fee is required and can be done at the Guest Services desk.
Birthday Parties
Celebrate your child’s special day with a Kids Club party! All packages include the exclusive use of the Kids Club facility for play time and party time. In addition to help with your party, we supply balloons, tables, chairs and table covers. The facility has a virtual game wall, variety of children’s toys, Nintendo Wii system, computer with child appropriate games, television, and children’s movies. An outside gated play area is also included, weather permitting. For more information please contact Andrea Pfeiffer at (847) 353-7525.
Member Self Service
Click here to be taken to our Member Self Service website.
Click here for the Member Self Service - How to Manual. Inside, it will show you how to login and use the Member Self Service website.
Frequently Asked Questions
When are your busiest times?
Our peak times are Monday thru Friday from 5 - 7:30 a.m.; 8:30 - 11 a.m.; 4:30 - 7:30 p.m.; and weekend mornings from 8 - 11 a.m. and holidays.
Do you match prices from other clubs?
We do not match prices because our facility has different amenities than others. Our prices are very competitive, and in most instances less than clubs of the same stature.
Do you have to join for a whole year or do you have monthly options?
We offer an annual option, as well as month to month options.
Can my children work out with me?
Yes, we provide family hours to allow for parents to exercise with their own children, ages 15 and under, in the lap pool, on the track or in the gym during restricted hours. Please see our family hours above for more information.
Do you have memberships for just 2 - 3 days a week? We do not. All Buffalo Grove Fitness Center memberships entitle the member to use our facility whenever we are open. Working out 2 - 3 days a week is average. Keeping consistent and fair, you need to join as a regular member. Member usage is always subjective.
Do you offer any pool memberships or track memberships?
Our membership includes the entire facility. Although you may only use the pool or track, our center offers a variety of options to change up your regimen, therefore, specific memberships are not available. Variety is the spice of life!
Can you put your membership on hold if you go away?
Yes, this is available for a minimum of 1 month to a maximum of 6 months. Please contact member services for further details.
Do you give senior discounts?
Yes, seniors age 62 years and older, should contact our member services office for a discount.
Is the Buffalo Grove Fitness Center a Buffalo Grove Park District facility?
The Buffalo Grove Fitness Center is owned and operated by The Buffalo Grove Park District.
Why do I have to pay a membership fee when I pay taxes to the Park District?
The Buffalo Grove Fitness Center is run as a private revenue generating facility, and there have never been any tax dollars used to build or run the Fitness Center.
Is someone going to show me how to use the equipment?
Yes, all members are encouraged to have a fitness evaluation and an equipment orientation, which is inlcuded with your membership.
Do your trainers have certifications?
Yes. Among our entire training staff there are 60 different certifications. Click here to see our personal trainers.
Are classes included?
Yes, our group exercise and mind and body classes are included; however, some of our specialty classes do have an added fee.
Do you have special exercise and group exercise programs?
We have a variety of classes for all levels, and training available to meet individual needs.
Do your classes fill up?
The only classes we require sign up for are our Power Cycling, and Mind and Body classes. Members may call or stop by to sign up 48 hours in advance.
Do you have an indoor and outdoor pool?
We have an indoor 25 yard lap pool, warm therapy pool, and co-ed whirlpool. We do not have an outdoor pool.
Is the basketball court always open or are there certain hours?
The basketball court is open the same hours as the facility. Restrictions, such as ½ court play may apply during family hours and other scheduled classes.
Do you have racquetball or tennis?
The Buffalo Grove Fitness Center does not offer any racquet sports.
Do you have child care?
Yes, we have a fabulous Kids Club that accommodates children 3 months thru 11 years.
Do you need to bring a lock?
No, we have a security key lock system installed on all of our lockers.
Do you need to bring a towels?
No, we provide complete towel service.
Can I wear my outside shoes in the club?
We suggest clean shoes be worn in the facility at all times.