Gerald Ratner Athletics Center Near Me

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Hours

OPEN NOW

sunday7:00 AM – 11:00 PM

monday7:00 AM – 11:00 PM

tuesday7:00 AM – 11:00 PM

wednesday7:00 AM – 11:00 PM

thursday7:00 AM – 9:00 PM

friday8:00 AM – 9:00 PM

saturday8:00 AM – 9:00 PM

Amenities & equipment

8 amenities · 7 equipment

Amenities

Accessible Parking

Air Conditioning

Co-Ed

Free Parking

Locker Rooms

Paid Parking

Water Fountain

Wheelchair Accessible

Equipment

Treadmills

Ellipticals

Stationary Bikes

Dumbbells

Barbells

Squat Racks/Power Racks

Bench Press Stations

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Member reviews

10 reviews

4.2

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Glenn Heinrichs

March 19, 2026 at 8:00 PM

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Mao Zeduck

February 20, 2026 at 7:00 PM

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Gym is alright. Has good squat racks. Many treadmills. Cleanliness is mediocre. Student workers don't clean, greet, re-stock paper towels, not sure what their role is. Gym can get very crowded. Yoga mats are torn apart. Locker room is stinky. The university should take more pride in this facility.

tianchong jiang

February 18, 2026 at 7:00 PM

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There are too many activities occupying the basketball court

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Gerald Ratner Athletics Center near me

5530 S Ellis Ave Chicago Illinois 60637 United States

Frequently Asked Questions for Gerald Ratner Athletics Center

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Reviews & Brand

What is Gerald Ratner Athletics Center Most Famous For?

The facility is known for its innovative asymmetrically supported cable-stayed structural system and S-shaped roofs. The very first Heisman Trophy, awarded to University of Chicago star halfback Jay Berwanger, is displayed in the Ratner Center.

How are the Reviews Regarding Member Experience at Gerald Ratner Athletics Center?

The fitness rotunda features approximately 30 treadmills and ellipticals along with extensive weightlifting machines, plus courts for sports and a dance studio and great pool. Pricing is reported as competitive even for non-students with great discounts for spouses.

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