Fit Body U shows 4.7 from 39 reviews, and every one of its five written reviews agrees on the same two things: it's genuinely inexpensive, and it doesn't pretend to be anything fancier than a place to lift.
The Actual Price, Repeated Independently
Dylan VanGilder states it plainly: "Cheapest gym in town at $25 a month, no sign-up BS, extra fees. Raw and a little grungy, has everything you need to get a good lift in." Dianne Coyer, independently, confirms the identical figure with a structural detail: "24 hours a day, 7 days a week for $25.00 a month, no membership fee to join." Two reviewers, independently, landing on the same exact price and the same "no extra fees" framing - a genuinely rare thing to see confirmed twice in a small review sample, and I'd trust it as an accurate, current figure given how specific and consistent it is.
An Owner Who Sets the Tone Deliberately
Tricia C's review is the most detailed about how the gym is actually run: "Owner Mike runs the place with a no-nonsense attitude and simply expects respect for the space, which keeps the environment focused. The gym is well-maintained, and Mike stays on top of keeping the layout updated and refreshed." That's a specific claim about culture being a deliberate choice, not an accident - a "no-nonsense" atmosphere maintained by one person's standards, which is worth knowing if you're either drawn to or put off by that kind of environment.
Variety Beyond the Basics
Tricia adds a detail that pushes back against any assumption that a $25 gym means bare-bones equipment: "FitBody U offers a solid variety of equipment, with different options and variations - not just rows of treadmills like some other places." Cindy P, independently, backs this up with a specific comparison drawn from decades of experience: "Every possible piece of equipment you could want, ever! There are new pieces, older styles that I loved back when I started bodybuilding 30 - oops, I mean 10 years ago." Someone with three decades of gym experience finding genuine variety here is a stronger endorsement than a beginner's general enthusiasm would be.
"Raw and Grungy," Stated as a Selling Point
Dylan's description of the gym as "raw and a little grungy" is worth taking as a direct, honest expectation-setter rather than a complaint - he pairs it immediately with "perfect for people who are there to lift and better themselves," framing the lack of polish as consistent with the low price and no-frills mission, not a shortcoming.
What's Missing
Nothing describes locker rooms, showers, or amenities beyond the training floor itself - every review is specifically about equipment, price, and atmosphere. Nothing confirms class offerings or personal training availability.
Who It's Not For
Anyone who wants a polished, amenity-heavy commercial gym - every reviewer explicitly frames the appeal as the opposite of that. Anyone who prefers a more relaxed, lightly enforced gym culture, given one specific account of the owner actively maintaining a no-nonsense standard.
725 Larry Power Rd, Bourbonnais, IL 60914. The phone number is +1 815-351-4642.
FAQ
What does membership actually cost?
$25 a month, according to two independent reviewers, with no separate sign-up fee.
Is it open 24 hours?
Yes, according to at least one reviewer specifically.
Is the equipment limited given the low price?
No, according to multiple reviewers - one with three decades of gym experience specifically describes a wide variety of both new and older-style equipment.
What's the atmosphere like?
Deliberately no-nonsense, according to one detailed reviewer, who credits owner Mike with actively maintaining a focused, respectful environment rather than a relaxed social one.