Body Shop Gymnasium

Let me start off by saying I do not like working out. I live right by Bodyshop Gymnasium and have always been curious, but was nervous to go because it was a little intimidating. Well, this year I wanted to get healthier and felt I needed some guidance. I've been doing personal training with Jennifer and am beginning to do the bootcamp classes and I am SO happy I gave it a try! It's a wonderful, supportive and judgement free environment. Highly recommend!!

This is an amazing place. Just go. My 11 year old son started coming to the kids strength, agility, and speed class in September. He was super out of shape as a result of COVID - before the pandemic he was a super active, healthy kid. Two full time working parents meant a lot of screens, stay at home orders meant no playing with friends, and even our neighborhood swings were zip tied. Fast forward a year and he still hadn’t regained his athleticism.

Enter Body Shop and their wonderful coaches. In three months, he has gone from not being able to run to running for fun, from not being able to see muscles in his body to asking what the definition in his legs is, from me having to secretly stretch out his husky sized shirts to him fitting in all his clothes. We are complete body acceptance people in my house and would NEVER fat shame him. At the same time, his life is so much more full now that he is “sportsing” again. And what started as a fun time for him with friends is now just a thing he does because he loves it, regardless of whether anyone else goes. He wants to play football next year and sees this as training. There are days he knows he will be the only one in class and it’s not a problem for him. Thank you, Body Shop! I truly believe you brought something back for my son that was lost during the pandemic, and which I wasn’t sure would ever return.

I absolutely love Body Shop Gymnasium! As a lifelong fitness enthusiast, coach, and small business owner myself, I love the energy and knowledge that the owners bring with them into their space day in and day out. They help motivate their clients to be their best, and the positive camaraderie brings with it a family vibe. If you want to sweat, have fun, and evolve your health and wellness, you owe it to yourself to try a class at BSG! Feel the power!

Tavares Chambliss has reached another level of fitness by opening his own gym with his business partner Jennifer Banks. Tavares works hard for you to ensure you get the results you want. The work ethic and discipline has challenged him and made him better over the last 12 months. I would highly recommend The Body Shop Gymnasium if you are looking to get to your fitness goals - T and his crew are the best in the Northwest suburbs.

I consider myself to be someone who's in pretty good shape. Let me tell you, T led the boot camp class at the Body Shop Gymnasium and he really pushed me! I also like how he gave everyone specialized attention and modifications. There is a real sense of community here and everyone - from the coaches to the participants- makes you feel so welcome. The gym is really clean, great equipment, and very spacious. I highly recommend! No matter your fitness level, this gym was made for everyone.