Independent
6325 N Avondale Ave
Photo by Chicago Barbell Compound - #1 Workout Gym via Google
Membership varies
Pricing not confirmed
Hours
- MondayOpen 24 hours
- TuesdayOpen 24 hours
- WednesdayOpen 24 hours
- ThursdayOpen 24 hours
- FridayOpen 24 hours
- SaturdayOpen 24 hours
- SundayOpen 24 hours
Hours from Google · Open in Google Maps. Confirm with the club before a first visit.
Who this gym is for
People who want a performance-focused space for heavy barbell work, Olympic lifting, powerlifting, or CrossFit-style WODs — athletes and committed lifters who value coaching and a hard-training environment over creature comforts.
What to expect
Expect a gritty, no-frills floor with multiple platforms, racks, bumpers and iron, sleds and functional gear, and few cardio machines or spa-style amenities; the vibe is focused and communal, often loud and coach-led during classes or sessions.
Less ideal for
Not the best fit if you want lots of beginner hand-holding, plush amenities (sauna/pool), or a mainly machine-based, low-impact bodybuilding or steady-state cardio experience.
This location: This location lists personal training.
A training-suitability read from the gym's type and listed features — not a review.
Amenities
Equipment intelligence
Cardio
Treadmills, ellipticals, bikes, rowers and steppers.
Free Weights
Dumbbells, barbells, benches and racks.
Verification: Unverified. Listed from public business data; nothing confirmed yet. How we verify →
What you can train here
~98 exercises across this gym's gearEach links to a full how-to with form, muscles worked and progressions.
Your first week here
Build a full plan →A balanced starter split using only the equipment this location has.
Day 1
Full-body strength
- Barbell Back Squat· Squat
- Dumbbell Bench Press· Horizontal Push
- One-Arm Dumbbell Row· Horizontal Pull
- Farmer's Carry· Core
Day 2
Posterior chain + push/pull
- Barbell Deadlift· Hinge
- Dumbbell Shoulder Press· Vertical Push
- Pull-Up· Vertical Pull
- Treadmill Walking· Cardio
General guidance, not a prescription — scale sets, reps and load to your level.
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What are the hours at Chicago Barbell Compound?
Chicago Barbell Compound lists hours of Mo,Tu,We,Th,Fr,Sa,Su 09:00-17:00.
How much does Chicago Barbell Compound cost?
Membership pricing isn't confirmed for this location yet. Request pricing through GymGuide and the club can respond with current rates.
What amenities does Chicago Barbell Compound have?
Chicago Barbell Compound lists Group Classes, Personal Training and 24/7 Access.
What equipment does Chicago Barbell Compound have?
You can expect Cardio and Free Weights.
Where is Chicago Barbell Compound located?
Chicago Barbell Compound is at 6325 N Avondale Ave, Chicago, IL.
Is Chicago Barbell Compound a good fit for my training?
People who want a performance-focused space for heavy barbell work, Olympic lifting, powerlifting, or CrossFit-style WODs — athletes and committed lifters who value coaching and a hard-training environment over creature comforts.