Eola Community Center

My husband and I and 2 others were outside and we all said «…but the website said it’s open on New Year Day from 10am-​2pm». Is it open or is it not? Please fix it Eola Fitness Center.

I struggle at how to rate the Eola gym. I lived several miles from here for years, and was always proud and happy to say I belonged here. The rates were highly competitive, and other gyms also couldn’t compete with all that the Eola gym had to offer: a track (huge bonus here!), substantial machines, a great locker room and adequate parking.
However, I think the «powers that be» got too big for their britches, and apparently assumed they could start charging what other, full-​service, multi-​location gyms charge. My husband and I paid $ 17/​month each ($ 34 total) for years, and suddenly, it was going to cost us nearly double that — somewhere around $ 60. On top of that, the three month memberships (for those only needing it in the summer or winter) were no longer an option. For such a high rate increase, we were shocked, and never renewed. Thankfully we moved and the Eola gym is out of the picture — as I would have been frustrated had we stayed and had to pay such a substantial increase. Gyms need to be careful when they increase prices — is it better to have 100 memberships at $ 17/​month, or 50 memberships at $ 30? You do the math. The higher the increase in cost, the higher the likelihood is that members will go elsewhere.
Note: I’ve since looked and now see that the couple pricing has reduced to $ 50/​month. This is good progress, but it’d still end up being nearly $ 200 more/​year than I had originally been paying.

I’m only here for the fitness center. It’s a nice friendly place. Can get packed fast by people who just talk to one another without working out but it’s just like any gym so besides that i just go when it’s quiet so it can be me and my music and the other serious people who are there to train or just workout for their selves like me. I know it has a library and lots of activities you can sign up for. But like i said I’m only here for the gym in my opinion better than the other two fox valley gyms.

I recently signed up for a martial arts class that was being offered through the park district.
The sign-​up process was a bit of a hassle as this was the first time I had taken anything at the park district. I had to stop by the actual front desk to set up an account that could be used to sign up for classes online. In addition to this, the building itself frequently seems overcrowded with narrow hallways filled with parents waiting for their children to finish their classes.
As for the class itself, I was looking for a group class. What I received was semi-​private due to low enrollment. As a beginner and someone that does not flourish from being in the spotlight, it was at times intimidating to be one of two students. That being said, the instructor was patient and knowledgeable on what was being taught.

Talk about a one stop shop for local convenience!
This neighborhood community center has it all — a library, fitness center, all sorts of kids programs, cross fit, meeting rooms, you name it!
I spend most of my time here at the fitness center. At only $ 35 a month for both my husband and I, you can’t go wrong with a membership like that! They have treadmills, stair climbers, ellipticals, free weights, machines and even a track to run on.
TVs line the fitness area and all the cardio machines are equipped with media as well. They have a space where you can set your belongings nearby, or there are actual locker rooms available downstairs. The staff here is super friendly! Everyone I’ve met is a pleasure to see.
My favorite part about the fitness center is the classes they offer. I’ve taken yoga, abs and TBE (total body express) and all have been fabulous!
If you’re looking to get in shape, sign your kid up for fun activities or maybe just need a quiet spot to study — the Eola community center is where it’s at.

I took my sister here for gymnastics class and I love this center. It’s always clean and organized and seems very well managed. My sister especially loved her coach Lyndsie. She was so sweet and patient with all the kids in class taking time to connect with and help each one as individuals. I would definitely recommend this place and their gymnastic programs to anyone.

Wow, great community center connected to the Aurora library. Great resource. They also have scanners, private meeting rooms (need 2 people to use it) great workout facility.