Chicago Fitness Events in August
This month in Chicago, we’re flowing on rooftops, meditating by the lake, dancing under sunsets, and cooling off in river floats. Whether you’re up for beach workouts, sound baths, or sweaty pop-ups, this list’s got something for every vibe.
Monday | August 4, 2025
Monday’s 5 PM Pilates by Chicago Social Fitness
🔥 Post-work core reset to kick your week into gear. Strength, stretch, and sweat — all before dinner.
Wednesday | August 6, 2025
FREE Lakefront Pilates by Strength in the City
🌅 Start the day strong with a breezy lakeside flow — no cost, just community.
Thursday | August 7, 2025
60-Min Sports Performance by PRO Fitness & Sports Academy
🏋️♂️ Focused movement, agility drills, and explosive power training. Game-day energy every session.
Friday | August 8, 2025
Sip the Sun: Sunrise Series by ritapwithyogatea
🌞 Early risers unite for yoga, tea, and a golden start to the weekend.
Saturday | August 9, 2025
Pilates Yoga Fusion by The Market Shop
✨ Two powerful practices, one seamless flow. Move with breath, engage your core, and vibe with others.
50 Min Rooftop Mat Pilates by Body by MJ
🏙️ Up on the roof, down in the burn. Feel the energy of the city while you sculpt and stretch.
Sunday | August 10, 2025
Pilates + HIIT Despierta con Ritmo by JBF Studio
🔥 The rhythm meets resistance in this bilingual blend of cardio and core — all set to Latin beats.
Wimbledon Edition by Le Court Social Club
🎾 Come dressed to impress. This tennis-inspired event serves vintage energy, competition, and a social twist.
Monday | August 11, 2025
Mujeres Con Bolas
💪 A space for strong women to move, connect, and own their power — both on and off the mat.
Tuesday | August 12, 2025
Free Outdoor Workout by Bearmode Fitness
🌳 Sweat it out in the open air with this full-body bootcamp. Newbies welcome, commitment optional.
Wednesday | August 13, 2025
RNRC x Nike Community Experience by River North Run Club
👟 Test new gear, meet the crew, and jog through the city — this Nike collab is one for the books.
Friday | August 16, 2025
Barre in the Park by Glow Collective
🌿 Barre meets breeze. Join this energizing sculpt session surrounded by trees and tunes.
Pilates Birthday Party by Chi Girl Wellness
🎉 Celebrate movement with cake, mats, and moves. A birthday you can sweat through.
Sunday | August 17, 2025
Smell the Roses 🌹 Sound Meditation by Mariah Rose Rising
🎶 Pause, breathe, and receive. This guided sound journey centers stillness and deep sensory awareness.
Athletes on Resilience & Purpose by Your Mental Matters
🎤 Stories from real athletes on grit, growth, and healing. Come for the inspiration, stay for the community.
Monday | August 18, 2025
CHI TO CATCH ME
👟 A weekly accountability run with vibes. Your crew to stay on pace — literally and mentally.
Wednesday | August 20, 2025
Chicago Meetup by Cooldown
💬 Fitness meets friendship in this fresh social — chill convos, local faces, and maybe a mocktail or two.
Thursday | August 21, 2025
Summer Society Series by High Society
🧘♀️ Yoga meets sound healing in this dreamy summer series. Think movement, music, and full-body reset.
Friday | August 23, 2025
Trap BYOB
🔥 Bring your own bottle, your best moves, and your fiercest energy — fitness meets party in this after-dark sculpt session.
Lemontini Pilates Yacht Retreat by Gainz Tribe
🛥️ Mat, breeze, and mimosas — this floating retreat is peak Chicago summer vibes.
Sunday | August 24, 2025
River Tubing CHI 2025 by OUTSIDERS
🌊 Lazy river meets social adventure. Float into friendship and laughter all afternoon long.
Sunset Yoga by Meghan Olivia
🌅 One of the city’s most serene flows. Come stretch, breathe, and watch the sun dip over the lake.
Tuesday | August 26, 2025
Sunset Skyline Yoga + Ecstatic Dance by Deep House Yoga
🌇 Start grounded, end glowing. Flow with the skyline, then dance it all out with the Deep House crew.
Friday | August 29, 2025
Friends Fridays by Gold Coast Run Club
💛 Casual jogs, new faces, and post-run hangs. Every Friday should feel this fun.
Saturday | August 30, 2025
Diamond Tuff Fitness Boot Camp
💥 Full-body sweat, high energy, and serious community vibes. Come ready to level up.
Sunday | August 31, 2025
The Uncommon Beach Workout by The Uncommon Community
🏖️ One last August blast. Get sandy, sweaty, and strong with this beachfront experience.
Aerial Experience by Asna Yoga & Wellness
🪂 Take your practice to new heights — literally. This intro to aerial yoga blends play with core strength.
This Month in Chicago: Move Freely, Breathe Deeply, Show Up Boldly
From panels to pilates, rivers to rooftops — August is your invitation to move with purpose and connect with your people. Grab your mat (or your floaty) and meet us outside. Chi-town’s waiting.
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