Testimonials

I want to say thank you for finding such a great yoga instructor as Ilyce. She is very knowledgeable and caring professional and teacher.

Because Ilyce is a direct, sincere, and passionate person, her teaching style is innovative for a status-quo yoga practice.

There are always population opposing any change, and I heard that some folks prefer fake and sugar-coating style.

The best teachers, who influence their students are direct, strict, and caring. They make a difference.

Ilyce  asks us to be on time, and there is no problem to instill some self-discipline into our sports activities.

Frankly, I had been the one always late to a class. However, I see the difference that her classes in sky 1 yoga, sculp yoga, and stretch make to my health and well-being and hop into the car to be 10-minutes earlier.

Ilyce combines her extensive knowledge in yoga, anatomy, PT and prior and current experiences in training. She demonstrates and not assumes that everyone knows yoga. Ilyce always offers her time after the class to explain or answer questions.

Overall, she has revitalized and revived yoga training in the Sky Fitness.

From a person, who lazily had attended only gentle yoga classes, I go through a personal transformation with a sculp yoga and other Ilyce’s classes.

So, thank you for keeping Ilyce happy in the Sky Fitness – Buffalo Grove.

I am writing to let you know how much I have enjoyed training with Mark Heller. Having worked with various sports teams and trainers in the past, I have found Mark’s guidance and focus on proper technique to be exceptional.

While I initially intended to book only a few sessions to get back into a routine, my experience with Mark has been so positive that I have decided to continue working with him on a regular basis.

Just wanted to pass along my appreciation!

Just wanted to reach out to let you personally know how happy I am at Sky.  I joined four months ago and I love it more and more each day!  I moved over from Buffalo Grove Fitness Center and have been so impressed with the genuine and personable staff members at Sky– with a special shout out to Kelly and Stacey, Melissa, Jane, and Tabatha!  I am a regular in Melissa’s Tuesday morning gentle yoga class but I will say it is all of Tabatha’s classes that keep me coming back for more!  I have grown so much stronger from her classes and am challenged and inspired by her expert teaching, encouragement, and guidance.

Thank you for making Sky the best gym I’ve ever been a part of!

I’m gratitude,

Emily Michaelson

After checking out various local gyms, we are so grateful to have found sky fitness! The daycare provides a safe and nurturing environment for my little guy which eases my mind and makes mornings enjoyable for my son. Rona and Dani go above and beyond to make sure he’s always entertained. I love peaking in and seeing him interact with the staff and his little friends! We love our little sky tribe!

I want you to know that training with Kole has absolutely “exceeded my expectations”. He is so professional, conscientious, plans out each session, is focused & totally engaged on my training experience. I certainly thought I would enjoy working out with him but never realized how strong his commitment is to “excellence”. A very remarkable young man. After working out with Sara, I was so concerned about finding a high-quality trainer to work with…well I found one in Kole. Just thought you like to know what a great job he is doing – I know you probably already knew that but it never hurts to have confirmation!

This month, 25 years ago I joined Sky Fitness (previously Highland Park fitness center located in Buffalo Grove). This is my Happy Hour Place! Sky has everything you could want or need in a fitness center and the management and staff are among the finest!

I spend most of my time in the warm water pool, sauna, and steam room – and the jacuzzi jets are the most powerfully therapeutic I have ever felt! Sky Fitness has truly enhanced my life! When I leave I feel so refreshed and empowered to take on all my worldly duties! I’m looking forward to the next 25 plus years of being HIGH on SKY, my Fitness Friendly Center! It’s my lifeline and it can be yours too!”

I would like to acknowledge Jordan. I attend her weekly “Move Strong” classes on Monday and Thursday evening as well as her Tuesday evening “Total Body Blast,” class. She does an awesome job of explaining the different activities and providing modification suggestions, if we are unable to perform the skill. Jordan is always upbeat, and she has also helped me on my journey to losing weight and building muscle/toning.
In her “Move Strong,” class, if we get to a station and forget how to do the activity, Jordan is always there to remind us how to perform it or show a modification that we can use, if necessary. With respect to the “Total Body Blast,” class, she does the same and I love how she shares the different activities we will perform, in that section as well as any modification suggestions that we can do, instead.
I’m so happy that I’ve joined Sky Fitness! The staff is welcoming and friendly. I’m looking forward to continuing my journey with Jordan!

Yes, Yes, Yes – a serious approach to fitness & advanced athletic training, for professional athletes, student athletes, and for people of all ages and fitness levels who want to take their workouts to the next level. The quality and variety of the Sky Fitness equipment is unsurpassed. They keep the spacious facility spotless at all times and in perfect working order. Knowledgeable, friendly staff – a pleasure! Elaborate class schedule – definitely! If you want the gym-club scene typical of Chicagoland facilities, don’t join SKY Fitness. If you want a truly superior level of athletic or fitness training at a world-class gym, this is your dream come true. Try it out ONCE, you’ll be hooked – Ask for LARRY… tell him Top Dawg sent you.

Wheeling, IL

Amazing place! They have something for everyone from golf simulators to aerial yoga. Been coming here for some time now and just can’t believe the transformation. Nicely done guys! Will keep coming back. Jamie, the yoga trainer, ROCKS!

Glenview, IL

“I’m integrating what I learned into my daily practice. I want to send my gratitude to you and all my teachers for your dedication, grace and kindness. Your dream of opening a yoga school is helping all of us, you’re living your truth. Thank you.”

“Sky yoga school felt more like a retreat then a school! What a great place to learn about yoga. Sky yoga has an exceptional facility, beautiful building with state of the art equipment. The teachers are just overflowing with various skills, knowledge and creativity to teach you. Overall life changing experience and I loved every minute of it!!! Highly encourage anyone who wants to teach yoga or just to deepen their practice to just go for it!”

“There are so many yoga teacher training options out there that it can seem overwhelming and daunting. How do I know which school is right for me? I can say with certainty that Sky Yoga School was absolutely the best choice. Stacey, Tabatha, and Mary worked with each and every one of us step-by-step to make sure we not only have the tools we need to teach yoga as a physical practice, but as a lifestyle. They have given me a confidence in myself that I never could have imagined having before starting this training, and have helped me realize where my true passion and fire lies- in teaching! Investing in this teacher training was the greatest gift I could have given myself, and I will literally sing Sky Yoga’s praises from the rooftops. They are paving the way for future yoga teachers, and I am so blessed to have been along for the journey.
THANK YOU, THANK YOU, THANK YOU!!!”

“Sky Fitness is the perfect location to learn the life of Yoga. The studios are beautiful and the facility is amazing. The trainers are diverse and knowledgeable in many facets of the practice of Yoga. I received a well-rounded education that has made me a better instructor and has taken my own personal practice to a new level.”

“In August 2017 I met a delightful energetic beautiful young woman who has amazing flexibility softness in her yoga, but yet has the intelligence of someone my age. Yes I am totally blown away but I respect this young lady and I respect her ability to create build and balance yoga program for a very types of personalities and fitness levels. I know it takes a lot of effort and determination but she complicated what you set out to do. When you have a teacher and her creative team of Mary and Tabatha to support students to learn and Grow, success can only be the end result. And when Stacy and her team believe in each and every one of us and then Her students creativity levels shoot to the moon nothing will stop them. Her patience soft words encouragement can only elevate all of us 2017 graduates to the highest limb in Ashtanga Yoga. I know we have all met our divine inspiration. That’s what’s in my heart that’s what I see that’s what I feel that’s what I believe.”

I highly recommend the Sky swim instructors. I am in my 50s. I was a beginning swimmer when I started with them. I could swim a bit, but did not feel comfortable putting my head in the water. I had to be taught all of the basics, including proper breathing. My friend and I took semi-private lessons twice a week for several months. I found my instructor to be energetic and patient. She provided clear instructions. She went over few concepts each session that was manageable for me to work on each week. I am glad I took the lessons. I really enjoy swimming now. My friend and I have continued to swim twice a week, working on lap swimming for fitness and stamina building. The facility is also clean and the staff very welcoming.

Buffalo Grove

“I am feeling just so blessed to have found the Sky Yoga School 200 Hour Yoga Alliance teacher training. One of the many things that I loved about Sky Yoga School was that our class size made a more intimate setting where no one felt like just another name. We all grew close, shared stories, our lives, and it became like a family. I personally was looking for a deeper experience than just the physical practice and this training did just that. We covered all the yogic philosophies, multitude of differing practices, aerial, chanting, kirtan, kundalini, meditation, energy healing, Qi gong, and so much more. We were guided and taught by a diverse group of instructors who are all just so magical and it is really just a well-rounded and thorough training. This training was a complete physical, mental, and spiritual immersion that helped me grow as a person, deepen my practice, and I’m now confident and excited to be able to share this with others.”

I took swim lessons at Sky and the instructor made it fun and made suggestions to improve my skills. She helped me to be more confident with my swimming. Thanks so much!

Buffalo Grove

After retirement, I decided to get into a swimming routine for exercise. In the past, I always had shoulder problems when I swam for longer distances. I signed up for six (6) lessons with Sky. My instructor was absolutely fantastic, teaching me torso rotation techniques, improved swimming posture and alternative breathing rhythms. She was great at demonstrating and encouraging and easy to work with. She’s made a lasting contribution to my workout routine. I saw her teaching a variety of swimmers – children, teenagers, and seniors like me. She is patient with a great personality. I highly recommend the Sky swimming instructors.

Buffalo Grove

“This is the best gym I’ve ever had the experience and pleasure of being a member at. Every year they are adding new and innovative services and amenities to keep the customers engaged. I have had a blast getting to know the staff, and everyone makes me feel welcome!”

Chicago, IL

Age and a few falls took their toll on my knees. Doctors didn’t really help. I went to a few physical therapists, but the sessions were short and limited, and although the sessions helped, I was still in pain. I had trouble descending stairs or standing for any length of time. I decided to join Sky Fitness to build some strength. Right away, I met Robert Hawkins, who helped me with some of the weight machines. I decided to hire Robert as a personal trainer. What a great decision! After a few months, my knee pain is gone and I have so much more strength overall. And a great deal too – so much more time and help than I was getting from the doctor’s physical therapist at a fraction of the cost. Robert is careful and attentive and shows me how to try new exercises to build strength. I walk away tired, but never in pain. I highly recommend Robert and Sky Fitness!

Buffalo Grove