HOTWORX - Chicago, IL - River North

Chicago, IL

Cold Plunge & SaunaThis gym offers a unique fitness experience centered on private infrared sauna rooms. Gym members engage in virtually instructed workouts within these spacious and impeccably clean saunas, crediting the infrared heat for significant wellness and recovery benefits. The experience is described as "therapy in motion," leaving members feeling renewed, rejuvenated, and accomplished after each session. The core offering is 24/7 access to these infrared sauna facilities, which members note provides exceptional value compared to single-session pricing elsewhere.AtmosphereThe facility maintains a spacious, impeccably clean, and sanitized environment that makes members feel safe and secure. The overall atmosphere is welcoming and full of positive energy, with many members describing it as feeling like a "second home." The combination of the relaxing infrared heat and the encouraging community contributes to a space where guests can recharge, reset, and fuel both mind and body.StaffThe staff, including specifically mentioned team members Gwynda, Monica Nia, and Jessica, receives consistent praise for being incredibly accommodating, knowledgeable, and warm. Gym members highlight their willingness to educate on the benefits of infrared technology and their role in creating a welcoming, encouraging, and positive environment. The owners and team are noted as being super knowledgeable, kind, and helpful at a moment's notice.Additional AmenitiesThe primary amenity is the variety of virtually instructed workouts available inside the infrared sauna rooms. These dynamic sessions include Hot Bands, HotWorrior, yoga, cycling, and rowing, designed to provide an intense, calorie-burning workout in a short amount of time. The endless workout options allow members to switch up their routine, with every session feeling new.