about us

serving the Chicago area as your guide on the journey to a healthier, happier self

our mission

At Chicago Elite Fitness, our goal is to create lasting positive changes to the overall wellness of our community through dedicated efforts to creating an inclusive, supporting, and safe environment where all types of individuals can authentically better themselves, physically, mentally, and emotionally. 

We are not just a gym. At CEF we are a safe space for life change. Anyone that has been a member with us for more than a few months can testify to the unique environment that is fostered by our coaching staff and our community.

For many of our members, CEF has become a place they come to unwind, decompress, and visit with friends, all the while knowing that they can be their true authentic self.

No matter what your background is, your age, race, religion, or political beliefs… Within the walls of CEF, we are all athletes on the same journey. In this gym we all root for each other. We all push each other through difficult times, we all celebrate breakthroughs both physical and mental. In this gym, we all may look and act a little different but when you’re a member of the CEF Family, you will always have somewhere you belong.

OUR MISSION:

TO PROVIDE

positive & challenging environments promoting health, fitness, well being & community

our story

Chicago Elite Fitness was founded by a few friends looking to create a space for themselves and others to work out in when returning home from the military. The space was gritty and grinding and provided difficult workouts that challenged people to grow and become better versions of themselves. This identified well with CrossFit and the gym rebranded to Bucktown CrossFit upon it’s affiliation with CrossFit in 2012. Throughout the years, Chicago Elite Fitness has bounced through a few locations but wherever it went it attracted people who wanted to strive for better, healthier, stronger versions of themselves.

Fast forward to today, under different management, but some of those same truths stand true. Chicago Elite Fitness strives to create an atmosphere where everyone, no matter their race, gender, orientation, identification, or background, can find a place to belong and strive to become a better version of themselves, no matter what that looks like. 

We as a fitness community strive to uphold the idea that fitness and wellness are for everyone, and that people should be able to do what they want to do in and outside the gym. With every workout having the capability to be scaled to any experience level, we encourage people to push themselves in a safe and controlled environment. To build their fitness alongside others who share the same goals, even if they may look a little different. Our mission is simple, to help each and every person who steps through our doors become a more stronger, confident version of themselves so that they can take what they do in the gym and apply the same determination and drive to the outside world. We want to better people. And that extends far outside of a single hour long class in the gym. 

So if you’re looking for a fitness community who will help guide you and bring you towards your goals, this is it. We’d love to have the opportunity to share in your journey. Click the link and reach out, and we will set up a time to have you come out to check out the space, and maybe try a class as well! 

OUR COACHES ARE WHAT SETS US APART

OUR TEAM

ANDREW WESTCOTT

Owner and General Manager

CHRIS
RIEMANN

HEAD COACH

Matt
Lamson

Coach and MEMBERSHIP RELATIONS

Bridget
Langan

coach and
social Media

MEGAN WESTCOTT

COACH

Lulu
Ofei

Coach

Lexi
Leneau

coach

Amy
Johnson

Coach and
day-to-day operation

Henry
Hirschfeld

coach

James
Rudyk

coach

Matt
Magpantay

coach

Brian
McCann

Coach

ARE YOU READY TO LEVEL UP?

getting started is easy!

1. SCHEDULE YOUR FIRST VISIT

Talk with a coach about your goals and learn how we can get you to your best self.

2. START YOUR TRAINING

You have defined your goals and you are ready to begin your journey. We will start you strong by taking you through the fundamentals of training and sound habits putting you on the road to success!

3. HAVE FUN REACHING NEW LEVELS

Once you have the basics down you’ll book classes easily on our app, enjoy the workouts with awesome people and reach your goals in no time!

Chicago Elite Fitness

CONTACT US

GETTING STARTED IS EASY!

Simply fill out the form below and we will
get you rolling!

Shortly after filling out the form we will be in touch with you to answer any questions and set up a time to check out the gym. We are excited to meet you!

Chris Riemann

Head Coach

Chris started doing Calisthenics in 2013. In 2017 Chris was looking for a new challenge and started CrossFit. He loved the challenges and variety in the training methodology, which he still loves today.  Chris has been coaching since 2014 athletes and loves it because loves helping people; seeing someone learn something new, start believing in themselves and their abilities, overcoming fear, and understanding a movement they struggled with before.

CERTIFICATIONS

CrossFit Level 2, CrossFit Gymnastics, Burgener Strength Weightlifting, Aerobic Capacity, CrossFit Programming, CrossFit Spot the flaw, Hardstyle Kettlebell Training (HKC), Pain-free Performance Specialist Certification, Precision Nutrition L1, Masters degree in Nutritional Sciences

HOLD POLICY

Month-to-Month Membership Agreements and Annual Membership Agreements: You may place your Membership on hold two (2) times per calendar year up to three (3) consecutive months each time. Advanced notice of at least two (2) business days is required. The hold must be 30 days in duration at a minimum and 30 days must elapse between holds. Upon expiration of the term of the hold, your account will automatically become active and payments will resume. Should you choose to return prior to the end of their hold period, the hold will be released and payments will resume.

CANCELLATION POLICY

All membership agreements require 30-days written notice to cancel your membership. This form will serve as your 30-days written cancellation notice. Note that if you have a scheduled renewal payment within 30-days of your invoice billing date, the payment will be processed as scheduled. Your membership will be canceled at the end of your final paid month. All payments are non-refundable. All grandfathered membership rates will also be forfeited and returning members will be subject to current rates.

MEMBERSHIP CANCELLATION REQUEST

Please fill out the form below and one of our team members will review your request. Warning. The submission of this form does not cancel your membership. We will review your request, then reach out to confirm.

HAVE QUESTIONS?

We Would Love To Meet You!

Simply fill out the form below
& one of our amazing
coaches will be in touch asap! We are excited to meet you!

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ARE YOU LOOKING TO DROP-IN?

We Would Love To Meet You!
WARNING! Class Sizes Are Limited.

If you would like to reserve a spot… Simply fill out the form below letting us know what day you might come by & one of our amazing coaches will reach out to you to reserve your class.

OUR DROP-IN RATES

$30 Per Class/Open Gym Session

FIND US AT:

2577 W Armitage Ave, Chicago IL, 60647

(312) 815-1577

OUR PRICING IS SIMPLE

We Want To Offer You The PERFECT Membership For YouR NEEDS.

Simply fill out the form below and one of our amazing coaches will send you our current membership information.