Community Corner
The Frugal Family Gets In Shape
The weather is getting warmer and it's time for the Frugal Family to start thinking fitness!
The Frugal Family brings you deals to help your family budget every week. No matter the size of your family, you may be looking at getting into shape, and we are looking at the best deals for working out around town. Frugal Family first checked out the local park districts, which are usually a bargain and what they have to offer. Then we looked at smaller private clubs that are competitive in price.
This column is for you, the consumer, so if you have any door busting deals or favorite specials around town, feel free to leave a note in the comment section. Remember to let everyone know any limitations or expiration dates.
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6834 Dempster 847-965-1200
Deal: 1 year membership $259 resident, $350 non-resident, senior or daytime membership (which ends at 3:30pm everyday) $201 residents, $271 non-residents. Stimulus Special Upgrade-All Fitness Classes you can handle (excluding one cycling and a few yoga classes) $259 yearly.
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Expiration: Rates are subject to change yearly and stimulus package depends on the economic recovery!
7800 North Caldwell Ave., Niles, 847-967-1400
Deal: Yearly membership residents $285, non-residents $386, senior resident $155 non-resident $185
Expiration: Rates are subject to change yearly.
Skokie Park District Weber Leisure Center Fitness First
9300 Weber Park Place(Church and Grosspoint Roads) 847-674-1500
Deal: Yearly membership residents $322, non-residents $403. Senior resident $24,1 non-resident $301 plus a $50 initiation fee. No enrollment fees. Classes include yoga and Pilates.
Expiration: Rates are subject to change yearly.
856 N. Lincoln Ave., Skokie 847-673-2252
Deal: $348 for one year membership with a 2 year contract. No enrollment fees. Classes include yoga and Pilates. Ladies only.
Expiration: Since the rate is for 2 years, it does not expire until 2013, but must start this year.
8237 W. Golf Road, Niles 847-470-1562
Deal: Coupon on their website for a $5 joining fee. $239 for one year membership. Additionally there is a one time $20 processing fee. Total=$264 for first time members.
Expiration: March 24, for the $5 joining fee coupon, other prices remain the same.