Used to work out here years ago when I lived in Chicago. Great gym with great people. No frills, if you are serious about lifting this is the place to be. The owner Lance is a great guy and very passionate about powerlifting

No frills gym, get your workout and go. Lance is a wonderful man, I did the 10 sessions and it was everything I wanted! I highly suggest the lessons/personal training and figuring it out from there.

This is the place to go if you want to LIFT! Small space, but packed with equipment, great members, and an awesome owner.

Lances gym is the best powerlifting gym in Chicago. The owner, Lance, will definitely get you in the direction you need to get into better health and shape. His workout programs is affordable and I have seen great results for it.

Cool people. Good community. Not for people who are looking for pristine or trendy. Very utilitarian. I always enjoy my time there 💪🏻👏🏻👏🏻

This is a badass gym. It’s been a few years since I lived in Chicago, but this is where I lifted. Lance was always an amazing guy and ran an amazing gym. There was a raw, hardcore atmosphere. A lot of places try to copy this without success, but it’s not something that can be faked. Lance’s Gym is the real deal. The other members were great and welcoming. The staff was helpful, always willing to give you a spot, and share their knowledge.

Lance is a great coach and gym owner, the hours are good and the equipment is great. You can go and train on your own, or Lance can offer you one-on-one coaching or training -- as a brand new gym goer, this was a huge help for me because it helped me learn how to do exercises safely. Lance is also frequently around to answer questions or offer help, and many of the other members will also help out if you have questions. The whole place is a supportive and healthy environment!

This place is awesome. The people at the gym are the best as well.

Edit: Limited and changing weekend hours. Please check before you go. I reduced a star due to this.Weight lifting sepcific bare bones gym. Specializes in powerlifting but you dont need to powerlift to go. Only have a couple cardio machines (bicycle, elipitical). The machines could be in better condition but they are functional. A lot of specialty lifting equipment. Regulars tend to go and everyone is kind, helpful if you have a question. $5 drop in charge for non members.

I understand why Lances may get a bad reputation. Its not a shiny chain gym with fresh towels at the door and staff wandering around. Theres no yoga class calendar, no sauna or pool here. However, Lances is what I was looking for in a gym. This is a place for people to come and work hard on solid equipment and go home. I grew up with a bench and free weights in my Dads garage and this is essentially that. Lance is a genuine, salt of the earth type of guy. Everyone here minds their own business and theres no one peacocking around or wasting my time sitting on a piece of equipment while on their phones.

GREAT gym if you are looking to train hard core!

Great gym and atmosphere friendly and helpful and great for achieving your goals

Best gym ever!!!!! The owner Lance is a great guy, intimating at first but once you get to know him, best guy.

Everything you need to get strong!!

Great old school hardcore dungeon!

Equipment is old and broken. It smells.

Its a great place for powerlifter

Great old school gym

Best powerlifting gym in Chicago!

House of pain and gains💪👊

Home to the powerlifting goat himself

Great gym

Its all about you

Super bare bones gym. No swell Bros.