World-Class Gym Facilities in Vernon Hills, IL

Bears Fit offers 45,000 sq ft of NFL-grade gym facilities in Vernon Hills, IL  featuring an indoor turf field, athlete recovery lounge, boutique studios, and a Chicago Bears pro shop, giving everyday members access to the same training and recovery tools used by professional athletes.

State of the art. Built for Vernon Hills.

Modern entrance and lobby area of the Bears Fit facility, featuring branded Chicago.

Bears Fit

In partnership with the Chicago Bears, we’ve created a one-of-a-kind facility that offers members the opportunity to train and recover like a Bear using leading-edge equipment, recovery innovation and fitness techniques in a 45,000 square foot state-of-the-art fitness center.

Bears Training Turf

Train on our turf that’s 135 feet long and 50 feet wide. We offer functional and group training on the largest indoor fitness turf training space in Chicagoland. Whether you’re a beginner or a pro, you’ll find everything you need to hit your goals.

Modern Bears Fit gym facility featuring artificial turf.
Bears Fit facility highlighting the signature indoor turf field adjacent to a row of high-end cardio machines.

Fuel Zone

Fuel like a Bear. Pick up healthy food options and fresh juices and smoothies at the Fuel Zone, similar to what is offered for players at Halas Hall. Eat the same meals the pros use to stay strong. It’s the right nutrition to help you recover and keep going.

Training Area

Train like a Bear in this elite training area with over 70 pieces of cardio equipment, 5 half racks and platforms, over 5,000 square feet of free-weight training area and tens of thousands of pounds of free weights.

Bears Fit training floor and turf.
Bears Fit cardio training floor.

Group Fitness

Boutique-style group fitness studio classes ranging from training camp classes and HIIT group functional training to strength yoga, cycle and Zumba classes. Our yoga studio and group fitness studio both have low-impact floating bamboo floors.

Recovery

Members have access to our state-of-the-art recovery lounge, featuring the latest innovations including NormaTec, hydromassage and treatments delivered by the industry’s leading experts. The 2,500-square-foot recovery center features four hydromassage chairs and six NormaTec reclining chairs for compression boot/sleeve therapy. The space also features four therapy rooms, two recovery tables for stretching and Hyperice services and four tanning stations, including two VersaSpa Pro stalls.

Bears Fit strength training floor.
Bears Fit premium locker room.

Pro Shop

Bears fans can pick up exclusive merchandise at the on-site pro shop, which is the team’s only pro shop outside of Soldier Field. Grab the latest gear before or after your workout. It is the easiest way to show your team pride while you train.

Locker Rooms

Get ready for your workout in our high-end locker rooms. They include a sauna, steam rooms and towel service. Take a moment to unwind and recharge after a hard session. We provide everything you need to leave feeling fresh and ready for the rest of your day.

Bears Fit functional strength area.

Why People In Vernon Hills Choose Bears Fit

Local members choose Bears Fit because our gym facilities offer the same high-level tools used by pro athletes. Located near Hawthorn Mall, we provide a massive 45,000-square-foot space that is perfect for serious training. We offer the best facilities gym goers in Vernon Hills can find for both performance and recovery.

Frequently Asked Questions

Look for specific proof points like equipment count, square footage, dedicated training zones, and recovery options. At Bears Fit, our 45,000 sq ft facility in Vernon Hills delivers all of that under one roof.

Yes. Specialized gym facilities offer structured training zones and qualified coaches that make starting out far less overwhelming. At Bears Fit, our team works with members at every fitness level.

Recovery is the other half of training without it, progress stalls and injury risk increases. Our 2,500 sq ft recovery lounge at Bears Fit includes NormaTec, HydroMassage, and Hyperice services available to every member.

Look for specific equipment counts and named training zones rather than vague claims. Our Bears Fit training area includes 70+ cardio machines, five half racks, and over 5,000 sq ft of free weights.

A premium fitness center should offer dedicated studios, recovery tools, quality locker rooms, and on-site nutrition beyond just equipment. Bears Fit delivers all of this plus the Chicago Bears’ only official pro shop outside Soldier Field.