The Centre of Elgin

Address:	100 Symphony Way, Elgin, IL 60120, USA
Phone:	+1 847-531-7000
Site:	centreofelgin.org
Rating:	4.4
Working:	5AM–9PM 5AM–9PM 5AM–9PM 5AM–9PM 5AM–9PM 7AM–5PM 8AM–5PM

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Photos 100

Reviews 6

A Private User

a few things : # 1 : Hygiene . They rely on the members to clean the equipments after themselves, but from what I have seen, most people( especially guys ) either dont remember or dont bother doing so . I had caught flu from the gym twice already in the past winter @_@ Their towels are not exactly the cleanest neither, I had seen stains, left over make up, and one time what appeared to be a piece of dried out nose booger ---which grossed me out... The jacuzzi was nice in the winter,but Im not sure if they change the water often enough as it seems foamy from time to time. #2 : Availability . When I signed up for the gold membership, everything sounded pretty good, gym opens till 9pm on weekdays or 5pm on weekends, swimming pool and basketball court close 30 mins earlier than the gym .I thought I would have enough time to go swimming/work out after work. But once I actually went there and tried to use those facilities, its a different story . For instance, their basketball court is always busy and filled with kids on the weekends. Some elementary schools/kindergarten also hosts their games there once a month or so.When that happens you will also have a hard time finding parking . Their swimming pool was a HUGE attraction to me when I signed up,but it just turned into another disappointment . When I signed up for the membership, I was told they close at 8:30PM on weekdays , or 30 mins before the gym closes in general, and you can access the swimming pool from the locker rooms with the special keys. But I have lost track how many times I went there after work & couldnt swim because A: the swim team is there and they ran out of keys ; B : swimming pool closes at 8 instead of 8:30 on random days --- I really think it depends on who is working at the front desk and who is working downstairs in the swimming pool area, since its always the same bald guy who claims the swimming pool is closing early on that day . He wont even give you the key if you arrived 20-30 mins prior swimming pools supposed closing time.Shouldnt members be able to enjoy what they paid for ? Not in this case apparently, as you are nothing but an inconvenience to the staff . #3 The staff : The girl that signed me up for the membership was really nice and helpful, so are couple of others. Then there is the old lady who tries to flirt with any guy that stops by the counter ; the old bald caucasian guy who wont give you swimming pool keys even if there are still 20/30 mins left ; the rude young gentleman who makes fun at the the members body and their work out routines ... If you want a more friendly environment / professional service Id say go on odd days of the week, that seems to be the days when the helpful lady and nice young kid works. #4 : Management: Doesnt feel very professional to me ,but then again, I had only been going to this gym in the evenings /weekend afternoons for less than half a year . In short, I wouldnt renew the membership once its up , even if I did end up staying with this gym I would probably just sign up for the very basic program instead , since all those attractions like the swimming pool / basketball court etc end up being not accessible most of the time. If you are free mostly during day time, You will probably be able to enjoy the fancier memberships more than the 9-5 commuters . Eh... I guess you could get up and go to gym at 5 in the morning too if you work 9-5 . >_<

Kai Rush

Gym: The fitness staff is awesome! I love working out every morning. Jim, Eric, Cliff, Rod and Calvin are the best and make a very welcoming atmosphere! I love those guys! Womens Only workout room: My wife loves this room, as she wants to workout in a protected, nonjudgmental environment. The Centre has a nice room for women. Track: Very nice and usually not overcrowded, except on Saturday mornings. It is very overloaded on those days. Pool: Nice and inviting! The lifeguards and front desk staff are very nice. The lifeguards are trained well. They do have family locker rooms and showers. I love the therapy pool, but it can be closed for therapy sometimes. the pool can be overcrowded in the early morning, as people are getting their daily laps in. Kids Pool: Fun and parents can go in with their kids. We have so much fun! I do think some of the bigger kids should watch out for the littler kids. Kids are kids. Oh well! Member locker rooms: New carpet was just put in and the locker rooms were recently updated. I would suggest in the future for the lockers to have more shelves instead of hanging room. Most people bring their clothes to the gym folded, not on hangers. Otherwise, you have a hot tub, sauna and separated shower stalls. What more could you want! Front Desk staff: They have improved and will call you back after leaving a message. Climbing Wall: Looks fun and the kids seem to like it! Birthday parties: My sons have had a total of four birthday parties at the Centre and we love it! You get one hour for the celebration part and two hours for the kids to go swimming. An awesome party for under $200. We love the Centre of Elgin! Great job!

phil baron

It has everything you could really want out of a fitness centre. The rock climbing wall is a personal favorite of mine. The staff there is really chill and laid back and want to help you improve your climbing. The pool is also nice. Its fairly clean (for a public pool) and they also offer swimming classes for those who need it. Their memberships are affordable. I personally paid only $130.00 for a 1 year platinum membership. That is all inclusive. They have short term child care, a work out gym, an indoor track, four basketball courts and they offer many fitness classes as well as a random ceramics class. It is a great facility. Two thumbs up.

Pratik Randeria

Awesome location in downtown Elgin if you want to go for a run or walk indoors - they have a track that can be used without being member. They also have basketball courts, a couple looks, and workout center that can be accessed if you are a member. There is also a great banquet hall in this building to host parties. This entire builsing is usually bustling with diversity and activity througj the week. It really brightens my mood to stop by here.

Wendy Wright

I really like getting my physical therapy here however they need to do something about updating it since we have so many artists in the community. And they need to lower the prices so that more people can become members without having to go to the physical therapist other than that the staff is great the lifeguards are on point and Sherman Rehabilitation is fantastic

Sharol Holstein

I joined to use the adult therapy pool but they were always teaching private kids lessons so splashing my glasses and all the screaming made me drop my membership. When I was a kid I learn to swim in a regular temp. pool not a special heated one for adults with some aches and pains.