Chicago Fitness Events This Week (October 6–October 12)
From sunrise shakeouts to sound-healing evenings, rooftop strength sessions to neon rave runs, Chicago’s calendar is stacked with ways to move, connect, and reset. Whether you want a calm pause or full-on party miles, there’s a local crew waiting for you.
Monday | October 6, 2025
CHI TO CATCH ME by ChiToCatchMe
🏙️ Start your week with CHI TO CATCH ME — a spirited city run that mixes tempo, routes, and friendly conversation across Chicago neighborhoods. Expect pace groups, route tips, and post-run hangouts where new faces become running friends; perfect for folks who want miles plus community.
Tuesday | October 7, 2025
Chakra Yoga Series by Jenny
🧿 Move through a full Chakra Yoga Series with Jenny to restore balance and presence. Each class pairs breathwork, gentle sequencing, and practical alignment cues to help you feel grounded, centered, and a little lighter—plus you’ll meet other seekers building consistent, community-first practices.
Free Outdoor Workout by Bearmode Fitness
🌤️ Join Bearmode Fitness for a free, coach-led outdoor session that blends strength, mobility, and cardio—designed to be scalable for every level. This is a social, no-cost way to get fitter, meet neighborhood trainers, and plug into a group that celebrates progress over perfection in Chicago’s fresh air.
Wednesday | October 8, 2025
Permission to Pause by High Society
🌱 Give yourself permission to pause midweek with a restorative wellness session from High Society. Expect guided breath practices, gentle movement, and reflective prompts that help you slow down, reduce stress, and reconnect to intention—ideal for anyone craving presence and calm in the city’s rhythm.
Chicago Meetup by Cooldown
🤝 Cooldown’s Chicago Meetup is a relaunch-style social for fitness fans and creators to connect, swap event ideas, and form new workout plans. Expect light activities, friendly intros, and a warm atmosphere where attendees leave with new contacts and plans for the next group meet.
Chicago Huddle by The Next Game
🏟️ The Chicago Huddle gathers athletes, fans, and organizers for strategy, pick-up game planning, and social play. This laid-back meetup blends light drills, conversation about local leagues, and networking—perfect if you want to plug into community sports or launch a weekly game with friends.
Thursday | October 9, 2025
Live Music Vinyasa Flow by Cam Rosin
🎼 Flow to live music in Cam Rosin’s Vinyasa class that syncs movement to melody. Expect dynamic sequencing that respects alignment, soulful improvisation from musicians, and a studio vibe that brings together yogis who love rhythm, breath, and meeting new friends in a creative, tuneful space.
JOY DRUM women only 45 min by JOY FITNESSS CHICAGO
🪘 JOY DRUM is a compact, women-only 45-minute class where rhythmic beats drive cardio intervals and empowering movement. This session emphasizes group energy, coordination, and joy—leaving participants buzzing with endorphins and the supportive feeling that comes from moving together as a strong circle.
Friday | October 10, 2025
Chicago 26.2 Shakeout Run with Meb Keflezighi by Read & Run Chicago
🏅 Warm up for marathon weekend with an expert-led shakeout run featuring Meb Keflezighi. Expect smart pacing, practical race-day tips, and a calming group vibe that helps runners loosen up, ask pro questions, and gain confidence before the big day—perfect for both first-timers and seasoned marathoners.
GCRC Friends Fridays by Gold Coast Run Club
🥳 Wrap your week with GCRC Friends Fridays: an approachable social run that pairs easy miles with great company and often ends in coffee or light bites. Runners of all paces are welcome—this is community-first jogging where the after-run chat is as important as the mileage.
Saturday | October 11, 2025
Good Rally Courtside Wellness Padel Edition by Good Rally
🏓 Good Rally’s Padel Edition blends court time with small wellness moments—short mobility breaks, peer coaching, and friendly rallies. Whether you’re testing padel for the first time or sharpening your swings, expect a relaxed courtside atmosphere focused on skill-building and social connection.
Rave Run X Barstool Rivernorth by 🌟Stryde Social🌟
🎧 Rave Run brings neon beats to city streets with a DJ-backed route and a lively afterparty at Barstool Rivernorth. Costume-friendly and hyper-social, this event mixes running with dance energy—show up to sweat, groove, and connect with fellow night-owls in a playful, electric crowd.
The ROOF presents: Save Your Soul Saturday - Strength with Ethos by High Society
⚡ Join The ROOF for Save Your Soul Saturday, a rooftop strength class with Ethos that pairs intentional lifting with breath work and community encouragement. Expect form-focused coaching, scenic views, and a supportive crew vibe that makes heavy sets feel like group therapy for the body.
Sunday | October 12, 2025
SoulDrift: A Sunday Night Service by Soul Movement
🌌 Close your weekend gently with SoulDrift—a Sunday night service that blends movement, sound, and soulful intention to help you reflect and recharge. Expect guided flows, communal breathing, and meditative music designed to leave you grounded, calm, and connected before the new week begins.
Roots + Resonance: Autumn Grounding through Sound + Yoga by Nicole Belica's community
🍁 Roots + Resonance pairs seasonal yoga and sound healing to guide you into autumn’s slower rhythm. This grounding practice uses restorative poses and resonant instruments to release tension, restore balance, and create a warm community container where participants can breathe, replenish, and reflect.
Sunday Funday: Pilates Edition by Move with Josie
🤸♀️ Sunday Funday: Pilates Edition blends playful core work, accessible progressions, and partner-friendly moves that make fitness feel social and fun. Expect clear cues, mobility focus, and a room full of supportive faces—perfect for leaving Sunday stronger, looser, and more energized.
This Week in Chicago: Move, Meet, and Reset
From rooftop strength classes to neon-lit rave runs and grounding yoga soundscapes, Chicago’s calendar is full of chances to move your body and expand your circle. Show up solo or bring a friend—there’s room for every pace and vibe.
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