Old Town

Close to my house. Downloaded their app. They have a QR code which gives you a free class on the window if you show them. They emailed and texted me. I took a strength class since I don’t like treadmills. I am trying to get into running (half mile) on grass but running for women is so awkward 😬 (I’m untimed but quite a short run for me… cardio is good for you.) Anyway they have a very stocked bathroom. The gym is next to a pizza place and the library. It was a substitute teaching the class but they all focus on different muscles. I felt it was whole body. Not too much abs or back. We used resistance bands and weights. Thanks.

I absolutely love shred 415! Perfect mix of cardio and strength! I have continued to do it through my pregnancy with some modifications and has kept me feeling great and healthy! Would recommend to anyone at any fitness level!

My absolute favorite place to work out. Love the studio and the instructors are amazing!

Shred415 is one of the best parts about my week! The staff/coaches are top-tier, the programming is challenging but scalable, and the community is supportive and welcoming. Participants and staff encourage each other, celebrate wins together (#milestone mondays), and challenge you to push yourself beyond your limits.

Literally the best! I’ve been going here for years and couldn’t be happier with the workout and the staff! Give it a try- you won’t regret it!

Love a Shred415 workout! The classes are fast paced but accessible, and I always walk out feeling faster, stronger, and more ready to tackle the day!

I took my first Shred class in 2013 and am still a huge fan. It’s a great way to combine strength training and cardio. I love the welcoming atmosphere and the emphasis on modifying if necessary to match your needs. If it’s a running day for me, great. If it’s not and walking is my vibe, also great. It’s a great use of time and I always leave in a better mood than when I walked in. The staff and community are great.

Great energy, amazing instructors. The best group fitness class I have taken in Chicago!!! I highly recommend!!

Shred415 is my favorite workout studio- instructors are fun and motiviating, and every class is different from the last! After joining, I quickly turned my class pack membership into a monthly unlimited, because this is a workout I knew I would keep coming back to!

Clean studio! Motivational and knowledgeable instruction with plenty of variety.

Absolutely love the Shred415 workouts! Always a variety when on the deck and always getting faster on the treadmill. Really helped with my 8k training!

Shred is the best workout!! It combines strength endurance and fun. I would recommend it to all ages and genders. It definitely helps tone your body and lose weight. Plus it's great community with instructors that want to get to know you!

Love this studio! The instructors are all great and the workouts are able to be tailored to your fitness level. I’ve made so much progress in running ability due to the interval training.

Shred 415 is my favorite workout studio in Old Town! The instructors are so awesome, and I leave every workout feeling so great the rest of the day!!

Shred415 is hands down one of the best workout studios I’ve ever been to! The energy is always incredible—from the moment you walk in, you feel motivated and ready to go. What I love most is that every class can be tailored to your own fitness level. Whether you're just starting out or pushing your limits, you can make it as challenging (or as manageable) as you need. The instructors are truly top-notch. They’re energetic, encouraging, and they push you to reach your full potential without ever making it feel intimidating. Every workout leaves me feeling stronger, more confident, and inspired to come back!

Sheed415 is awesome - staff is super friendly, lobby and studio is always very clean and put together, and workouts are always great.

I have been “Shredding” for over 10 years and still love every minute of it! The classes and intensity of the workouts has been exceptional from day 1 and 10 years later it is no different. The instructors are all excellent and you are guaranteed to always get a great workout that is tailored to your fitness level. The staff and management onsite is always very helpful and they go the extra mile to make you feel comfortable right from your very first class. The studio is clean and comfortable and offers a wide variety of products for your use. The owners are also the best! They take an interest in all of their clients and support them through their wellness journey no matter what that means for them. I could not ask for a better sense of community! Give it a try! You will not be disappointed!

I am a long time Shred415 fan! It is probably the most efficient use of your workout time that is hard to beat in terms of calories burned and total body exercise. The floor exercises are fast paced and keep you from boredom and the treadmill can be quite challenging or easily modified as needed for fitness levels, injuries, pre- post- partum, etc. The instructors are friendly and nice and do a great job keeping hard work engaging!

Shred415 is hands down one of the best fitness studios around! The space is always spotless, and the high-energy instructors keep you motivated from start to finish. The combination of cardiovascular and strength training in every class ensures an amazing full-body workout, and the variety of class formats keeps things fresh and challenging. If you haven’t tried a class yet, it’s an absolute must! Huge shoutout to Kendall, Sarah, and Brandon Watts—three of my favorite instructors—who always bring the best energy and push you to be your strongest. Highly recommend!

So happy to find a workout class I love going to!! Always look forward to starting my day with Kendall, Makenzie, and Sarah🫶🏼

Professional staff, great workouts on treadmills or floor weight, inspiring vibes

Such a tough, yet fun, workout! I especially LOVE Gina's classes.

Truly my favorite fitness studio in Chicago! I've struggled with consistency elsewhere but have been Shredding regularly for the better half of the year. Each class is unique and I've yet to meet a trainer who doesn't have the right balance of being kindly motivational and encouraging without being too drill sergeant. Kendall, Ellie, Sara, and Gina have played a pivotal role in helping me stay on track and accountable on my health and fitness journey. Thanks, ladies!

Kendall is hands down my favorite fitness instructor in Chicago. She's motivating + insightful - ensuring her class has proper form and a great time. Vibes are through the roof in her Friday 7:15am class!!!

Kendall has helped motivate me so much during the class! Her music and her vibes are the best!

Kendall Nelson is the best!!! She is so motivating and formulates challenging workouts. She keeps it fun and I love taking her classes!!

I love going to Kendall's shred classes at shred415 old town! Her programming is so thoughtful and intentional and she always provides modifications for each exercise. Kendall's instruction is incredibly positive and supportive while still challenging her classes to push their limits and get a great workout! I recommend her classes constantly and love kicking off my weekend with her Friday 7:15!

Love coming to Friday morning classes with Kendall! Great music and a great pace.

Love it here!! Specifically Kendall’s classes. She is so fun and encouraging!

Kendall is the best instructor ever! You have to go to Friday morning class, 7:15 AM at Old Town it’s the best class in town!!

Shred415 is hands down one of the best workout classes I’ve ever taken! The energy is incredible, and the workouts push you to new limits while still being accessible for all fitness levels. Gina and Kendall are fantastic instructors—they’re super motivating, positive, and know exactly how to keep you going when you feel like giving up. I always leave feeling stronger and more accomplished. Highly recommend to anyone looking for a high-energy, fun, and effective workout!

Love the workouts at shred! Kendall is the best instructor ever: motivating you to push yourself in every class. Music slaps too!

Great class by Victoria!! Fantastic feedback and good form corrections! Love it and highly recommend!

Shred415 is a great way to get back into working out. Victoria G’s class was especially good. Pushed me for cardio and strength.

Sara is amazing! My husband and I tried out Shred for the first time and her class convinced us to join. It was highly motivating and she really emphasized to choose your own pace. Great class for all levels!

This is an awesome workout! The safe is always so nice and friendly!

I always get a great workout at Shred415! My favorite instructors are Ellie V, Alex D, and Gina D. You can go at your own pace and comfort level and have fun working out.

Really enjoyed my class at Shred415. The class was challenging but welcoming to all fitness levels. Staff were friendly and I felt welcomed as soon as I walked in! Kendall was a great instructor and I’d go every day if I lived in Chicago.

High energy, motivating and rewarding workout class led by amazing instructors!! Always leave feeling better than when I show up. Great community to be a part of!

I drop into the Old Town studio when I'm in Chicago for work and always appreciate that I'm able to use the same reservation system and that the format of the class is the same as I'm used to.

Love this place so much! Such a positive atmosphere and the coaches/trainers and staff are amazing. Never felt stronger, could not recommend more!!

I love Shred415! The instructors are super motivating and always get me to push myself.