Cheetah Hyde Park now open for Personal Training at 5306 S Blackstone Ave, Unit 2 | Learn more and schedule at CheetahGym.com/training-hyde-park
Welcome to Cheetah Gym Andersonville, as a proud LGBTQ+ friendly gym in Chicago, we put your personal wellness and fitness goals first. Located in the heart of Andersonville, our modern and cozy atmosphere caters to all fitness enthusiasts. Our experienced instructors lead weekly group fitness classes in a warm and intimate setting. From HIIT, B***y Barre, Hatha, and Vinyasa Yoga, to Pilates Mat &
03/31/2026
🏳️⚧️ We’re proud to support our trans, nonbinary, and gender nonconforming community members every day. Your strength, resilience, and authenticity inspire us to keep building a place where everyone feels safe, respected, and empowered.
02/25/2026
🌟 Explore + Restore — Wellness Open House! 🌿
Join us Saturday, February 28th | 10AM–2PM for Explore + Restore, a district-wide wellness open house as part of the annual Säg Hej Health & Wellness celebration! 🌞✨
Stroll through Andersonville and connect with local wellness businesses offering interactive demos, mini workshops, samples, consultations, and more — all designed to help you feel informed, inspired, and restored. 💆♀️💪🧠
Here’s what’s happening at Cheetah Gym:
💫 Special group classes 9AM–1PM
🎟️ Raffles + chances to win Hamilton tickets 🎭
🧘♂️ Mini wellness experiences & demos
🎉 Free guest pass for friends + 1-week free passes for new guests
🎟️ Day passes just $15 (normally $25)
Bring your curiosity, try something new, and let’s restore together! 🙌💚
Learn more: CheetahGym.com/cheetah-news/explore-and-restore
02/19/2026
This is Pilates
• Faster runs
• Stronger lifts
• Fewer injuries
• More confidence ✨
Surprise yourself with moves you didn’t think you could do, and notice how much it carries over to everything else you do! 😏
Ready to start? 💫
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11/18/2025
Congratulations to personal trainers Shannon T., Ian S., and Kasper K. for crushing their first HYROX race! 💥🙌
Want to train like a HYROX athlete? Join our HYROX classes in the new annex (Studio 4 on the app)!
So proud of this powerhouse team! 🤩
This past weekend, Cheetah gym member Megan competed in her first bodybuilding contest, coached and led along the way by personal trainer Jerisa Upton!
Results:
Masters 35+: 1st 🥇
Novice: 2nd 🥈
Open: 4th 🏅
Jerisa: “Of course, that Megan exceeded herself and pushed beyond what I’ve ever personally seen with a coaching client is worth highlighting. For those who are less familiar, it’s a different way to train and eat and sleep and think… And now Megan can count herself amongst a very small, self selecting group of individuals who actually understand what it means to push and to suffer in the name of aesthetic, artistic physique, as a sport. That I am proud of the biggest understatement.
Indeed, coaching her is definitely a bodybuilding career highlight… I took just as much pleasure in coaching her as I do and prepping myself for contests. I would go in further state that the weight of that responsibility is heavy. I feel honored, and I feel humbled by the fact that this incredible athlete, who on her very worst day still trains like an Apex predator, trusted me with this journey. I told her I didn’t know her body well enough to know exactly what preparation would look like as we got closer to the show, and I told her I had never done this before for another athlete… And her response?
“ when do we start?”
That’s when I knew that, regardless of the outcome of the show, that she was going to win the day. And indeed she did. She conquered the tough questions, the exhaustion, and the uncertainty. And she conquered the parts of herself that created barriers for her success. And to allow me to be a part of that process, well that’s no small thing… As a competitor myself, I will say that it’s really hard to allow people to see that rawest of raw struggle… And that’s why to me, she is one of the winners of the day.As a coach, we always see the potential in people, but it’s another level when we see it become actualized. Special thanks to our home gym Cheetah Gym!”
10/16/2025
🚨 Half-ROX at Cheetah 🚨
All the intensity of HYROX — at half the distance! 💪
🗓 Friday, Oct 17 | 6–8:30 PM
📍 The Annex (rear studio)
💲 $25 members | $35 non-members
Run, row, ski, push, pull, jump, lunge & throw your way through the full HYROX workout—just shorter distances. Perfect for race prep, testing times, and connecting with fellow athletes.
Register on the Cheetah App → CheetahGym.com
📸 Natasha Brower
09/15/2025
🌿 A Journey of Self-Discovery 🌿
Whether you're drawn to the grounding flow of yoga, the deep healing of Structural Integration Therapy, or the restorative power of bodywork, every path to transformation begins with a single breath.
Through mindful guidance and intentional practice, Anna supports you in reconnecting with your body, releasing what no longer serves you, and cultivating space for balance, strength, and ease.
Work with Anna independently at Cheetah → https://bit.ly/3Y4GsOa
09/12/2025
🎨 Join Us for the 21st Annual Andersonville Arts Weekend!
October 3–5, 2025
Experience the vibrant creativity of Andersonville as over 30 local businesses transform into pop-up galleries, showcasing the work of talented artists from across Chicago.
The festivities begin Friday, October 3, with opening parties and artist receptions throughout the neighborhood. The celebration continues all weekend with special events, including the popular Fall Wine Walk on Sunday, October 5.
Whether you're an art enthusiast, a curious explorer, or someone looking to connect through creativity, Andersonville Arts Weekend offers something for everyone.
This year’s event is lovingly dedicated to the memory of Todd Mack, beloved artist and founder of Foursided. Todd’s visionary spirit and passion for uplifting fellow creatives helped shape Andersonville’s artistic identity — his legacy continues to inspire our community.
Follow for more updates!
09/05/2025
Michael Castellano (he/him) is an NSCA-certified personal trainer and NASM-certified sports nutrition coach with over 12 years of experience in the fitness industry. He holds a Master’s Degree in Sport and Exercise Psychology from the University of North Carolina at Greensboro, combining a deep understanding of both the physical and mental aspects of performance.
Michael’s approach to fitness is rooted in the belief that the human body is designed to be strong and resilient. When its systems fall out of balance—whether structurally, nutritionally, or psychologically—dysfunction and pain can arise. His training philosophy centers on identifying and addressing the root cause to restore balance and optimize performance.
To Michael, exercise and strength should feel empowering. Helping clients move better, feel stronger, and gain confidence is what drives his passion for health and wellness.
Train with Mike → link in bio
📸 Nastasha Brower
09/04/2025
Taylor Flory (she/her) is passionate about helping clients meet their unique goals through education, encouragement, support, and collaboration. They enjoy working with people of all levels of experience and ability, but have a particular interest in supporting those who have historically felt intimidated by the gym or excluded from traditional fitness spaces.
Taylor's goal is to help clients feel comfortable and discover enjoyable ways to move their bodies—without any focus on diet or weight. Their approach is always 100% q***r- and trans-affirming.
Train with Taylor → https://bit.ly/42W7GKo
📸 Nastasha Brower
09/01/2025
As someone who has experienced gender and body dysmorphia, Kasper approaches fitness as something far deeper than just building strength or improving physical performance.
Kasper believes that while consistent exercise can help address many of the chronic pains and health issues faced by the general population, for trans and q***r individuals, fitness can also be a powerful tool for building a body that truly feels like home.
Kasper works with q***r, trans, and gender non-conforming clients to provide gender-affirming body recomposition training, as well as support for pre- and post-operative preparation and recovery related to gender-affirming surgeries. They dedicate their personal research to trans-specific fitness and have collaborated with multiple board-certified surgeons to develop and refine training strategies tailored to these procedures.
Train with Kasper → https://bit.ly/42W7GKo
📸 Nastasha Brower
| Monday | 5am - 9pm |
| Tuesday | 5am - 9pm |
| Wednesday | 5am - 9pm |
| Thursday | 5am - 9pm |
| Friday | 5am - 9pm |
| Saturday | 7am - 6pm |
| Sunday | 7am - 6pm |