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Up to 53% Off MMA Conditioning Classes at Mota Martial Arts
Mixed-martial-arts conditioning classes help students lose weight and improve fitness levels, with classes for both beginners and veterans
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Up to 29% Off Windy City Brewhaha Beer Festival
Pilsen
Sample craft beers from more than 25 breweries, including Chicago’s Hopothesis, in an indoor beer garden
Up to 77% Off at 1 On 1 Health Fitness
Pilsen
$40 $20
High-intensity interval training in boot-camp classes; coordinated breathing and poses in yoga classes; get guidance from a personal trainer
Up to 54% Off Personal Training
Pilsen
$250 $119
Personal trainer Phil McDaniels brings a decade of fitness experience to his personal-training sessions.
81% Off Fitness Classes at Monkey Bar Gym
South Loop
$200 $39
Boot camp, yoga, and Body Power provide multi-faceted workouts to improve strength, flexibility, and agility
Up to 59% Off Classes at Posture Perfect Pilates
Posture Perfect Pilates
$75 $35
In small groups of around 10 students, classic mat Pilates exercises work to develop long, lean muscle in guests of every fitness level
Up to 88% Off Golf Lessons at Golf in Motion
Multiple Locations
$240 $29
Golfers choose 2 or 3 video lessons, including swing evaluations and putting lessons
Half Off Beer Flights and Bar Snacks at Paramount Room
Central Chicago
$32 $16
Rotating list of craft beers and Belgian ales pairs with gourmet nosh like tempura green beans or pork belly sticks with maple mustard sauce
85% Off Jujitsu and Kickboxing Classes
Central Chicago
$260 $39
Brazilian jujitsu and muay thai kickboxing classes led by a Gracie-trained instructor and a former US Marine Corps squad leader
Up to 43% Off from Segway Experience of Chicago
The Loop
$65 $37
Atop a latest-generation Segway PT, guests coast past Buckingham Fountain and Millennium Park, occasionally pausing for photo ops
Up to 80% Off Music-Production Workshops
Chicago
$75 $29
Workshops cover the basics of the recording industry with insight from an experienced staff that includes a Grammy-winning producer
Up to 74% Off Classes at Bikram Yoga
West Loop
$135 $39
Instructors lead hot yoga classes, during which they guide students through 90 minutes of poses and breathing in a 105-degree room
Up to 51% Off Sports-Recovery Therapy
Chicago
$30 $15
Pulsing compression boots help pump extra fluid from the limbs; ice baths reduce inflammation and muscle spasms
Up to 67% Off Boot Camp or Personal Training
South Loop
$140 $59
Trainers help clients build muscle, burn calories, and reach their fitness goals in one-on-one or group boot-camp settings
Up to 70% Off Membership at D3:Dre's Diesel Dome Fitness
Bronzeville
$99 $39
Burn fat and tone muscle in group fitness classes such as circuit training, abs express and boot camps
Up to 51% Off Simulated Golf at City Tee Time
The Loop
$200 $99
The Old Course at St. Andrews, Pebble Beach Golf Links, and many other famous courses come to life on the 12 ft. golf simulator screen
Up to 54% Off a Speed-Dating Event for One or Two
On Location
$35 $17
No-pressure speed-dating events tailored to particular interests and ethnicities; matches are notified of mutual interest after each event
Up to 68% Off Tango or Ballet Classes
Multiple Locations
$65 $22
Lifelong dancers teach the Argentine tango and ballet with step-by-step instruction for all skill levels
Up to 53% Off Art Classes at Both Sides Art
Pilsen
$80 $39
BYOB classes lead students step-by-step through creating a full painting; workshops cover basic art principles that inform mixed-media works
Up to 70% Off Yoga Classes
West Loop - University Village - Little Italy
$70 $29
Eight different disciplines of yoga, including Kundalini and meditation, taught in a soothing studio with sensory garden.
Up to 84% Off Classes at Coöp Gym
Multiple Locations
$375 $59
Group conditioning classes or restorative yoga sessions
Up to 75% Off Fitness Classes or Boot Camp
Chicago
$120 $39
Boot-camp classes feature high-intensity interval training; Triple 20 classes combine rowing, cycling, and functional training
69% Off Lesson at TourBound Golf Academy
TourBound Golf Academy Indoor Training Facility
$125 $39
PGA Tour simulators uses video playback to enhance golf pupil’s understanding of instructor’s advice
Up to 56% Off Multimedia Art Lessons
Little Village
$450 $219
Visual artist renowned for large-scale interactive media works leads hands-on lessons in video theater, photography, and sound recording
Third Rail Music Festival – Up to 39% Off
Chicago Tribune Festival Lot on Chicago River
$82.37 $55
Chicago's newest electronic dance music festival hosts local and national underground artists including Animale, DJ Rozz, and RKTR
Up to 52% Off SUP Yoga Classes
Chicago
$135 $65
Take a yoga class on a paddle board on Lake Michigan, led by a certified instructor
67% Off Intro to Fitness Training
Multiple Locations
$60 $20
Starter consultation and first workout at a gym that uses special MED-X equipment and slow movements with heavy weights to build strength
69% Off ZombieFit Boot Camp
Grant Park
$125 $39
Workout featured in Time, Wired, Chicago Tribune, and on WGN combines basic parkour with whole-body conditioning
Up to 85% Off High-Intensity Group Fitness and Yoga Classes
Near West Side
$100 $15
High-intensity FIT Method classes challenge strength and cardiovascular fitness and Fitness After Baby classes help new mothers get fit
Up to 69% Off 60-Minute Indoor Golf Lessons
Chicago
$125 $45
Relaxed and enjoyable golf lessons unfold inside hitting bay with Foresight launch monitor, V1 Golf video analysis, and two televisions
Up to 51% Off Speed-Dating Event
On Location
$35 $17
Events introduce singles during age-specific gatherings where brief chats aim to plant seeds of love
Up to 61% Off a Two-Hour Digital-Camera Class
Near North Side
$99 $39
Two-hour classes teach students how to work the settings on their digital cameras and how to manipulate lighting for better shots
Up to 66% Off Yoga and Fitness Classes
1819 W Grand, Suite 201
$130 $49
Seasoned instructors lead a variety of classes ranging from restorative yoga to Zumba to power Pilates
67% Off Personal Training Sessions
The Loop
$150 $49
Personal trainers teach visitors how to safely and efficiently perform workouts intended to help them achieve their particular fitness goals
Up to 85% Off at Fit Body Boot Camp
Chicago
$185 $39
Trainers lead groups through cardio and strength-training exercises designed to boost caloric burn during and after workouts
94% Off MetaBody Yoga & Fitness Pass
Multiple Locations
$350 $20
Instructors encourage full-body results in a variety of fitness classes supplemented by a success guide and nutritional coaching
Up to 57% Off Swing Evaluation and Lessons
Chicago
$274 $125
Golf instructors suss out swing issues with detailed video systems and computer software, then offer tips in follow-up lessons
Half Off Music Lessons
Multiple Locations
$60 $30
Local businesses like this one promote thriving, distinctive communities by offering a rich array of goods and services to locals like you
Half Off Programming Classes at Code Chicago
Pilsen
$1,500 $749
Twelve-week programs teach students how to produce apps for the web or Android or iOS devices, or how to approach game design
81% Off Bikram Yoga Classes
Bikram Yoga River North
$150 $29
In a sprawling studio heated between 105 and 110 degrees, instructors teach students of all experience levels the 26 Bikram yoga poses
Up to 60% Off Small-Group Fitness Classes
Near North Side
$250 $99
Trainers lead personalized fitness sessions of six or fewer, including Elite cross training, hand-to-hand combat, and downhill skiing
Up to 53% Off Surfset Fitness Class
Multiple Locations
$35 $17
Total body workout mimics surfing to burn fat, build core muscle, and improve balance and flexibility
Up to 67% Off Swing Evaluation or Club Fitting
Central Chicago
$99 $39
Golf instructors provide feedback on swings; club fitters use advanced technology to find the right shaft and clubhead
Half Off Sail on Chicago's Only Wooden Tall Ship
Burnham Harbor
$70 $35
Passengers relax on Chicago's only wooden tall ship while viewing the skyline or delighting in exploding fireworks
50% Off
On Location
$200 $100
Local businesses like this one promote thriving, distinctive communities by offering a rich array of goods and services to locals like you
Up to 46% Off BYOB Painting Class for One or Two at VIP Paints
South Loop
$45 $25
Lighthearted class teaches students to complete a painting step by step, with all materials included
$10 for Sandwiches and Drinks at Close Up 2 Jazz
The Loop
$20 $10
Bartenders shake up martinis and pour wine and beer as guests devour sandwiches in a sleek jazz lounge
Up to 64% Off a Wine Tasting at Beviamo
West Town
$50 $19
Two reds, two whites, and one bubbly from across the world recommended by a wine specialist; complimentary eats
50% Off Services
The Loop
$600 $300
Local businesses like this one promote thriving, distinctive communities by offering a rich array of goods and services to locals like you
Up to 50% Off at Randolph Street Market
West Loop
$10 $5
75+ vendors collect vintage furniture, art, fashions, antiques, estate jewelry, and fancy foods to sell at seasonally themed weekend markets
Up to 75% Off at New Generation Jeet Kune Do
Near North Side
$100 $29
Experienced and certified instructor teaches students jeet kune do, a martial art developed by Bruce Lee; classes focus on combat fighting
Up to 50% Off an Inside Chicago Grand Tour
The Loop
$45 $25
A bus ferries visitors to the North and South Sides, showing them major parks, the Museum Campus, and the sights along Lake Shore Drive
44% Off a Painting Party at Local Pub or Restaurant
Multiple Locations
$45 $25
At local bars and restaurants, painters of all skill levels learn from an experienced artist as they create their own pieces
Up to 55% Off Dance Lessons at Tango Chicago
South Loop
$50 $25
Learn tango moves from seasoned instructor Al Gates; a social dance complements the lesson
44% Off Drawing Classes
West Town
$45 $25
Local businesses like this one promote thriving, distinctive communities by offering a rich array of goods and services to locals like you
Up to 59% Off Music Lessons at Guitar Cities
Chicago
$80 $33
Guitar, bass, ukulele, drum, and piano lessons from professional recording artists and touring musicians in Chicago’s Loop
67% Off Sailing Lesson
Multiple Locations
$300 $99
Experienced captains instill proper seamanship & teach beginners fundamental sailing skills in lessons on Lake Michigan
96% Off CompTIA IT-Certification Bundle
Online Deal
$2,695 $99
Expert lectures, multimedia aids, and exam simulators aid in three courses, strengthening resumés and enhancing marketability
Up to 65% Off Sausage-Making Class
The Loop
$140 $59
In two-hour classes, small groups create four different kinds of sausages before leaving with 3 pounds of links
Up to Half Off Chicago History Tour in the Pedway
The Loop
$50 $25
The Pedway's network of heated tunnels and sky bridges ferries guests between landmarks; choose one of three 2.5-hour tours
Museum of Broadcast Communications – Up to Half Off
Near North Side
$24 $12
Artifacts and digitized recordings detail the history of radio and television; interactive station lets visitors anchor their own newscasts
Up to 70% Off Private BYOB Sailing Cruises
DuSable Harbor
$220 $69
Daytime or sunset Lake Michigan cruises delight with views of the Chicago skyline; passengers can bring their own drinks and playlists
Half Off Boat Rental or Boat Club Membership
Chicago
$600 $299
Take a speedboat or cruiser out for a spin or gain unlimited access to their fleet of vessels in Chicago or other national locations
Up to Half Off Urban Dare Adventure Race for Two
Allstars Sports Bar
$90 $45
Fast-paced competition challenges teams of two with trivia, photo hunts, and mental and physical challenges
The Loop
$40 $0
L-adjacent pub doles out burgers, sandwiches, and pizza alongside brews on tap while patrons gaze at flat-screen TVs and sports memorabilia
50% Off Segway Tours for Two
Multiple Locations
$138 $69
Segways effortlessly glide through the city streets, allowing riders to breeze by Frank Lloyd Wright's Robie House or Soldier Field
Up to 60% Off Chocolate Tour of Chicago
Chicago
$50 $25
Sample Aztec chocolate drinks, cupcakes, truffles, and chocolate donuts during two-hour chocolate tour along the Magnificent Mile
Up to 38% Off from Weird Chicago Tours
Near North Side
$60 $39
Travel by bus to the former crime scenes, red-light districts, gangster hangouts, or ghost-sighting spots of Chicago's storied past
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With the vision that empowered, confident girls will become independent women who can support themselves, their families, and their communities, GirlForward mentors and supports adolescent refugee girls in Chicago. Individual mentorship and educational programs—such as Camp GirlForward, a summer program that includes English, math, and computer-skills instruction—help foster confidence among participating girls and provide them with a supportive community.
At its core, Code Chicago teaches students how to use the basic tools involved in both web and mobile design. Most programs take the form of a 12-week exploration, covering such languages and concepts as Ruby on Rails, Java, HTML, and CSS. The instructors also take lessons a step further by offering courses in less-technical topics such as entrepreneurship and generalized game design. At the end of each full program, students produce their own unique app, which they can then run on the web, Android or iOS devices, or any cleverly modified cassette deck.
With more than 120 million records sold, more than 2,600 concerts performed, and a million faces seen and rocked, Bon Jovi has carved out a New Jersey–sized place in the rock pantheon. The band's current trek into the stadiums and arenas of the world, The Circle Tour, ups the ante on live music with an 800,000-watt sound system and a 4,300-square-foot, high-definition video screen. Bona fide Bon Jovi fans can expect to hear songs from the band's most recent album, The Circle, as well as classic smash hits like "Livin' on a Prayer," "You Give Love a Bad Name," and "It's My Life." Opening act Kid Rock is no slouch himself—the Motor City music maker has blended rock, rap, and country into a sonic smorgasbord that has earned multiple Grammy nominations and sold millions of records worldwide. Concertgoers may hear hits like "All Summer Long," "Cowboy," and "Bawitdaba," which is "Kid Rock" spelled backwards.
Close Up 2 certainly has the jazz club vibe down—the dimly lit lounge, the deep blue color scheme, the furnace that runs on burning saxophone reeds. Into this mood-setting space step local duets and trios as well as big bands and big names in jazz, all of whom perform on weeknights until 2 a.m. and weekends until 3 a.m., causing the diverse audience to tap their toes between sips of cocktails.
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Winner of several contest awards from the Wedding Photojournalist Association including photographer of the year in 2012, Steve Matteo still remembers his early days as a news photographer for a small suburban weekly, rushing back to the newsroom to watch the film slowly develop and a sliver of history take shape. Though he went on to tackle more exciting assignments and career changes—working at the Daily Herald, compiling images for UIC's yearlong City 2000 photo project, and photographing Princess Diana's visit to Chicago in 1996—one thing hasn't changed: the thrill of knowing that his camera has memorialized a story forever.
Today, Steve is equally at home shooting for Fortune 500 companies and clients such as Northwestern University as he is creating individual portraits. When he photographs a wedding, he uses the same ingenuity and photojournalistic eye that he honed while working as a sports photographer for HBO Sports and as a news photographer for the Associated Press. His wedding photography, meanwhile, has appeared in the Chicago Tribune, garnered a 2012 Bride's Choice award on WeddingWire.com, and won the 2012 WPJA Photographer of the Year.