Rogers Park MOVES

- 7000 N Glenwood Ave, Chicago, IL 60626

Introduction / Overview

For residents of Chicago, particularly in the Rogers Park and North Side neighborhoods,

Rogers Park MOVES

Rogers Park MOVES

Specializing in the Pilates method, the studio offers classes that focus on building strength, improving technique, and enhancing the mind-body connection. The core of their offering involves reformer-based Pilates, alongside mat and other specialized sessions. Customer reviews consistently highlight the staff’s expertise, describing the instructors as "helpful, patient, and encouraging," which is especially important for those new to Pilates.

What truly sets this Chicago studio apart is its explicit and celebrated commitment to being a welcoming and affirming space. With designations as both LGBTQ+ friendly and a Transgender Safespace,

Rogers Park MOVES

Location and Accessibility

The studio is conveniently located in the vibrant Rogers Park neighborhood of Chicago, IL, making it easily accessible to local users via public transportation and car. Its address is 7000 N Glenwood Ave, Chicago, IL 60626, USA, placing it near the northern end of Chicago’s city limits and within a short distance of the Red Line and various bus routes.

Rogers Park MOVES

• Wheelchair Accessible Entrance: Providing smooth entry and exit from the facility.
• Wheelchair Accessible Seating: Ensuring comfortable and accommodating space for all patrons inside the studio.

To maintain the quality and intimacy of their specialized classes, the studio strongly recommends planning ahead. Appointments are recommended for all classes, and since many classes, especially popular weekend equipment sessions, can be "pretty full," securing your spot early is advisable.

Services Offered

As a dedicated Pilates studio,

Rogers Park MOVES

The available services generally include:

• Group Equipment Classes: These are 50-minute sessions that involve resistance training and stretching using Pilates equipment like the Reformer. Class sizes are intentionally small (limited to a few attendees) to ensure personalized attention and focus on form. Classes may also be offered in Spanish, catering to the diverse local community.
• Group Mat Classes: Focusing on fundamental Pilates principles and bodyweight resistance, these 50-minute classes are often offered at different levels, including foundational sessions like "FOUNDATIONS on the mat," which help build technique.
• Private Sessions: Personalized one-on-one sessions that are highly customized for the individual's needs, whether for general fitness, injury recovery, or advanced technique work. These can be scheduled as single-person private sessions or as DUO (two-person) sessions.
• Beginner & Foundations Classes: Designed specifically for newcomers to the Pilates reformer or those looking to perfect their technique before moving to faster-paced classes. This ensures a safe and effective entry point for every ability level.
• Class Scheduling: The schedule primarily features classes during morning and daytime hours on weekdays, with some limited evening options like Group Mat classes (often around 5:00 pm or 6:00 pm).
• Payments: For member convenience, the studio accepts Credit Cards and Debit Cards for all class packages and membership options.

Features / Highlights

Rogers Park MOVES

Key highlights and features include:

• Explicit Inclusivity and Safety: The studio is proudly an LGBTQ+ friendly and Transgender Safespace. This strong commitment to creating an "accepting and affirming way" to approach fitness makes it a truly rare and valuable resource for marginalized communities in Chicago.
• Supportive and Encouraging Instructors: Coaches are consistently praised for being "helpful, patient, and encouraging," particularly with beginners, ensuring a supportive learning environment that promotes confidence and strength.
• Small Group, Form-Focused Training: By limiting the size of equipment classes, the studio can provide the necessary attention to detail on form and technique, maximizing results and minimizing the risk of injury for every participant.
• Pilates-Specific Equipment: Members work on high-quality Pilates equipment, allowing for resistance training and stretching that strengthens and lengthens the body in a low-impact, highly effective manner.
• Community and Belonging: Members love the non-exclusionary atmosphere, noting it feels like a "rare treat" to find a place that embraces everyone of all abilities, fostering a genuine sense of belonging.
• High-Quality Results: Despite the welcoming atmosphere, the classes are challenging, with reviewers attesting to them being a "great workout" that helps them feel stronger and more connected to their bodies.

Contact Information

To learn more about the schedule, current pricing, or to book your first class, you can reach out to the professional team at

Rogers Park MOVES

Address: 7000 N Glenwood Ave, Chicago, IL 60626, USA

Phone: (773) 357-7667

Remember that appointments are recommended, especially since the small class sizes fill up quickly, a testament to the studio’s popularity within the local Illinois community.

What is worth choosing

For residents in Illinois, particularly those in the Chicago area seeking a fitness space where they can genuinely feel safe, seen, and supported,

Rogers Park MOVES

While some patrons express a desire for more evening or early morning equipment classes due to the studio’s popularity, the quality of the instruction and the accepting community atmosphere more than compensate. Choosing

Rogers Park MOVES

Rogers Park MOVES

7000 N Glenwood Ave, Chicago, IL 60626, USA