10 Sports Clubs You Can Join In Chicago
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Whether you’re looking for a new outlet for your super competitiveness, want a more fun way to get in shape, or would just like to meet some new people, Chicago has some great sports clubs to complement its many gyms. From playing volleyball on North Ave Beach and learning to row on the Chicago River in summer, to finding companions to run or cycle with during the harsh winter, there’s no reason not to get out there.
Chicago Cycling Club
Chicago’s undoubtedly a great city for cyclists, and the Chicago Cycling Club is another opportunity to get out there on two wheels. Scheduled rides happen every few days in morning and evening, ranging from serious training and workout rides to sightseeing, food and drink tours. Membership is not required to participate, but paying the annual fee of only $20 to help maintain a club that’s been going since 1994 is a no-brainer.
1. Lakeshore Sports & Fitness
Gym, Fitness Studio
2. Chicago Rowing Foundation
Fitness Studio, Sports Center
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Windy City Rollers
Roller Derby was created in Chicago in 1935 and carrying on that tradition today is the Windy City Rollers, an all-female flat-track roller derby league founded in 2004. It holds learn-to-skate clinics and tryouts regularly, and training programs for any level of experience if you make it onto the Haymarket Rioters, the league’s farm team. The teams practice several times a week and the league’s best players play games nationally. Start thinking about your roller derby name well in advance.
S3 Leagues
S3 Simply Social Sports Leagues was founded by Ben Shimon in 2009 with a goal of running the funnest coed recreational social leagues in Chicago. The focus is on making friends and having a good time rather than being competitive, and everyone heads to a bar after for post-game parties and exclusive specials. Ben is particularly proud of the couples that have met over volleyball, softball and kickball. Its success has led to franchises in New York and Boston.
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Ultimate Chicago
Established in 1998, Ultimate Chicago is the place for fans of the sport originally known as ultimate frisbee. It has outdoor and indoor leagues throughout the year for men, women, coed, and youth, and competes in annual tournaments including the Cinco Tournament and the Chicago Heavyweight Championships. Pickup games for casual players and clinics to learn to the sport and improve are also held regularly. An annual membership is just $10.
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