The last two years have certainly made it difficult for parents to prioritize their own health. Many gyms are back to offering childcare for parents during their workouts; the list below includes local spots for you to join a HIIT class or hit the treadmill, then enjoy a long hot shower before picking up your kids from their childcare center.
We’ve also included classes and activities to get you moving WITH your kids, including some of our team’s favorite ways to stay active. Moving your body is important for your physical and mental well-being, and it’s a great example for your children, too!
Fitness Studios and Gyms with Childcare in the West Suburbs
It’s a lot easier to get out of the house and to the gym when you know there’s someone to watch your kiddos! These gyms and fitness studios all offer some form of childcare. Check with each location about rates, hours, and whether you’re required to book in advance.
Please note that some of these locations have paused childcare. We’ve included them in the list so that you can check with the businesses directly as their plans change.
Bloomingdale Gyms with Childcare
Lifetime Fitness
455 Scott Drive
Bloomingdale, IL 60108
(630) 582-4100
Bolingbrook Gyms with Childcare
LA Fitness
506 Janes Avenue
Bolingbrook, IL 60440
(630) 739-7011
XSport Fitness
289 North Weber Road
Bolingbrook, IL 60440
(630) 679-1820
Burr Ridge Gyms with Childcare
Life Time Fitness Burr Ridge
601 Burr Ridge Pkwy
Burr Ridge, IL 60527
(630) 230-0011
Five Seasons Family Sports Club
6901 S Madison Street
Burr Ridge, IL 60527
(630) 570-5200
Countryside Gyms with Childcare
LA Fitness Countryside
5917 South La Grange Road
Countryside, IL 60525
(708) 482-4700
Downers Grove Gyms with Childcare
Indian Boundary YMCA
711 59th Street
Downers Grove, IL 60516
(630) 968-8400
XSport Fitness Downers Grove
3200 Finley Road
Downers Grove, IL 60515
(630) 435-0055
XSport Fitness Downers Grove South
1320 75th Street
Downers Grove, IL 60516
(630) 427-1891
Good Samaritan Health and Wellness Center
3551 Highland Avenue
Downers Grove, IL 60515
(630) 275-2700
Note: As of January 31, 2022, Kidtown is currently closed.
Elmhurst Fitness Studios and Gyms with Childcare
Elmhurst YMCA
211 W 1st Street
Elmhurst, IL 60126
(630) 834-9200
Note: As of January 31, 2022, Kids Zone is currently closed.
Fitness Formula Club
140 N. Addison
Elmhurst, IL 60126
(630) 882-0140
Courts Plus
183 S. West Avenue
Elmhurst, IL 60126
(630) 833-5064
Geneva Gyms with Childcare
BestLife Fitness at Stephen Persinger Recreation Center
3507 Kaneville Road
Geneva, IL 60134
(630) 232-4501
As of February 1, 2022, Kidz Korral is currently closed.
Glen Ellyn Gyms with Childcare
HealthTrack Sports Wellness
875 Roosevelt Road
Glen Ellyn, IL 60137
(630) 942-9600
Ackerman Sports & Fitness Center (Glen Ellyn Park District)
800 St Charles Road, Unit 2
Glen Ellyn, IL 60137
(630) 317-0130
As of February 1, 2022, Fit & Play Child Care is currently closed.
B.R. Ryall YMCA
49 Deicke Drive
Glen Ellyn, IL 60137
(630) 858-0100
Glendale Heights Gyms with Childcare
LA Fitness
265 East Army Trail Road
Glendale Heights, IL 60139
(630) 893-0600
Hinsdale Fitness Studios with Childcare
Shred415
230 E. Ogden Avenue
Hinsdale, IL 60521
(630) 686-1541
La Grange and La Grange Park Fitness Studios and Gyms with Childcare
Greater LaGrange YMCA
1100 E 31st Street
La Grange Park, IL 60526
(708) 352-7600
As of February 1, 2022, Kids Zone is currently closed.
The Local Workout
806 W Arlington Avenue
La Grange, IL 60525
(708) 469-7651
The Dailey Method LaGrange
118 W Calendar Avenue
La Grange, IL 60525
(708) 482-1055
Childcare is available on Monday, Wednesday and Friday mornings. Reservations should be made online.
Lombard Gyms with Childcare
Glass Court Swim and Fitness Club
830 E Roosevelt Rd
Lombard, IL 60148
(630) 629-3390
XSport Fitness Lombard
205 W Roosevelt Rd
Lombard, IL 60148
(630) 705-1349
Naperville Fitness Studios and Gyms with Childcare
Edward-Elmhurst Health & Fitness Center
775 Brom Court
Naperville, IL 60540
(630) 646-5900
LA Fitness Naperville
1836 Freedom Drive
Naperville, IL 60563
(630) 303-9341
Fort Hill Activity Center (Naperville Park District)
20 Fort Hill Drive
Naperville, IL 60540
(630) 995-8900
Fry Family YMCA
2120 95th Street
Naperville, IL 60564
(630) 904-9595
XSport Fitness Naperville
2780 Fitness Drive
Naperville, IL 60540
(630) 548-9400
Shred415
1003 S. Washington Street
Naperville, IL 60540
(630) 276-7300
Burn Boot Camp
476 S. Route 59
Naperville IL 60540
(630) 857-9989
Oak Brook Gyms with Childcare
LA Fitness Oak Brook
2030 York Road
Oak Brook, IL 60523
(630) 684-0176
Oak Park Fitness Clubs with Childcare
Fitness Formula Clubs
1114 Lake Street
Oak Park, IL 60301
(708) 383 – 1114
The Tennis and Fitness Club
301 Lake Street
Oak Park IL 60301
(708) 386-2175
As of February 1, 2022, child care is currently closed.
Orland Park Gyms with Childcare
Lifetime Fitness
16333 South LaGrange Road
Orland Park, IL 60467
(708) 364-0300
Sportsplex
11351 West 159th Street
Orland Park, IL 60467
(708) 403-6285
St. Charles Gyms with Childcare
Norris Recreation Center (St. Charles Park District)
1050 Dunham Road
St. Charles, IL 60174
(630) 377-1405
XSport Fitness
238 N. Randall Road
St. Charles, IL 60174
(630) 443-1043
Tinley Park Gyms with Childcare
LA Fitness
18400 Convention Center Drive
Tinley Park, IL 60477
(708) 429-7050
Tinley Fitness
8125 West 171st Street
Tinley Park, IL 60477
(708) 342-4255
As of February 1, 2022, childcare is currently closed.
Villa Park Gyms with Childcare
VASA Fitness
300 W North Avenue
Villa Park, IL, 60181
(630) 785-2626
Westmont Gyms with Childcare
Burn Boot Camp
818 E. Ogden Avenue
Westmont IL 60559
(630) 601-6929
Wheaton Fitness Studios and Gyms with Childcare
Parks Plus Fitness Center (Wheaton Park District)
1777 S Blanchard Street, Lower Level
Wheaton, IL 60189
(630) 871-6713
Wheaton Sport Center
1000 W Prairie Avenue
Wheaton, IL 60187
(630) 690-0887
Willowbrook Gyms with Childcare
Midtown Athletic Club
215 West 63rd Street
Willowbrook, IL 60527
(630) 325-8888
Woodridge Gyms with Childcare
Edward-Elmhurst Health & Fitness Center Seven Bridges
6600 IL-53
Woodridge, IL 60517
(630) 646-7900
ARC (Woodridge Park District Athletic Recreation Center)
8201 S. Janes Avenue
Woodridge, IL 60517
(630) 353-3444
Local Prenatal, Postnatal, and Parent/Child Fitness Classes
Even if you aren’t able to visit in person, you can still support these local businesses! Many offer Zoom and online options.
Stroller Strong Moms
Northside Park
1300 N West Street
Wheaton, IL 60187
Full-body fitness classes for mom with a playgroup after.
FIT4Mom
The popular Stroller Strides programming offered through Fit4Mom can be found throughout the Chicago area. Find a location near you.
Ahimsa Yoga Studio
Locations in Oak Park, Elmhurst, and Berwyn.
Prenatal, postnatal, and parent/child classes, with some in-person and plenty of Zoom classes available.
Pilates by Carrie
Local Pilates teacher specializing in prenatal, postnatal, and women’s health. Online classes offered via Zoom.
Universal Spirit Yoga
408 W 5th Street
Naperville, IL 60563
(630) 416-7526
Family yoga classes offered, along with prenatal and postnatal classes. Currently offering virtual and in-person classes.
Yoga Among Friends
4949 Forest Avenue
Downers Grove, IL 60515
(630) 960-5488
Classes in the studio and via Zoom.
Being Active with Kids in the Winter
This year more than ever, it’s crucial to get out and about! These tips for dressing for winter play in Chicagoland will help you all bundle up safely for these activities to get everyone moving:
- Ice skating: Ice skating uses muscles you may have forgotten you had! If you’re planning to visit an outdoor rink, be sure to call ahead or look on the website for more information on weather related closings.
- Snow tubing and tobogganing: In addition to being a total blast, hitting the hill is also a great workout!
- Sledding: Hiking up and down that sled hill is tough, so don’t skimp on the hot cocoa afterwards.
- Skiing and snowboarding: An amazing full-body workout, and there are plenty of options within 1.5–3 hours from Chicago.
- Go hiking in a forest preserve with your kids: Getting out in nature is so, so good for our kids and for us.
Get Exercise with Kids During the Warmer Months
There are so many activities that you can do with your kids that also get you moving!
- Go to the zoo: Brookfield Zoo is huge and that’s the great thing. Walking around to see all the animals your kids are interested in will translate into miles for you. Click here for insider tips for visiting Brookfield Zoo.
- Take a walk while enjoying the beach.
- Hike to a waterfall. There are many in and around the western suburbs to check out!
- Hopping on the train to go to a different town lends itself well to getting some exercise while having a great time.
- Engage your core while horseback riding.
- Kayaking, canoeing, and paddleboarding are great ways to get exercise! We have a guide with places to go and rental information to make your outing easy and fun.
- Take a run or walk in the forest preserve. Click here for a great list of kid-friendly trails.
- Parks also have nice walking paths and your kids can even stop at the playground to play for a while in between.
On our team, at-home methods of keeping fit include online Pilates videos (through The Balanced Life with Robin Long, highly recommend!), Peloton, short workouts through the Athlete app, and following along with our kids during Cosmic Kids Yoga videos. There is also a new program called MOM-Minutes that leads you through mini-workouts throughout the day!
Is there a fitness class you have loved? Drop us a line on Facebook or let us know in the comments below! Then, check out more things to do with your kids all year long.
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Also for Elmhurst is Fitt-RX with a variety of group classes. They have onsite childcare run by other moms!!