(OPENPRESS) June 11, 2010 — Fitness Formula Clubs (FFC or ffc.com), a Chicago-based company that owns, develops and operates full service fitness clubs, has taken part in several philanthropic movements so far this year and is preparing for their largest fund raising effort, Clubs for the Cure supporting the fight against ALS/Augie’s Quest, in June. FFC is Chicagos largest private group of health clubs in the city, currently totaling12 locations.

A team of Personal Trainers from FFC Oak Park have been visiting a nearby housing unit for abused, neglected and abandoned children called Hephzibah twice a month. Hephzibah offers a variety of children’s services, but the trainers were asked specifically to work with children in long-term residence there. When the FFC trainers visit, the children complete fun and varied fitness activities, while learning about the importance of fitness and how it can not only improve their health, but also improve their self-esteem and confidence. the relationship between the trainers and children continues to blossom since the program was initiated earlier this winter.

For a number of years, FFC has donated equipment to the new Creation Gym in Santo Domingo, Dominican Republic. the revenue the gym generates allows it to serve as the areas community center and assists many low income families with meal service and job placement. Individuals who can not afford the subsidized membership can volunteer at the center and receive a free membership. new Creation is an outgrowth of the Willow Creek Community Church ministry, Chicagolands largest non-affiliated Church. this spring FFC donated a large number of used fitness equipment to the Santo Domingo gym. a representative from new Creation wrote in a letter to FFC, these donations have been crucial to the success of our operation, which sustains some very special ministries for our community.

Members and non-members are strongly encouraged to visit FFC clubs in June for some very special causes. any walker or crew member in the Avon Walk for Breast Cancer June 5 and 6 can bring in their wristband to our FFC Spas in June and receive 20% off any massage service. please visit our website at ffc.com/blog/spa-discount-for-avon-walk-for-breas … for a listing of FFC Spa locations.

And, during the second half of June, FFC will spearhead its third annual Clubs for the Cure fundraiser for ALS/Augies Quest at all FFC clubs. Augie Nieto, co-founder of Life Fitness exercise equipment, was diagnosed with ALS in 2005. more commonly knows as Lou Gehrig’s disease, ALS is a degenerative nerve disease that paralyzes the body but leaves the mind intact. Every year, fitness and health clubs around the country work together with the MDA and Augie’s Quest to raise funds to help cure this devastating disease through a program called Clubs for the Cure. FFC has raised over $45,000 to date through Clubs for the Cure, thanks to the generous donations from its members, guests and employees.

This year, there are a host of activities and special events planned at each club, ranging from donating money for personal training sessions, to purchasing raffle tickets for fantastic prizes, and attending special events like racquetball tournaments, Zumba Fests, and video spin classes.

For more information on any of the above, please contact FFC Corporate Director of Marketing Communications Merikay Marzoni at mmarzoni@ffc.com or 312-648-4666×229.

About Fitness Formula Clubs
Established in 1984 by Founder and CEO Gale Landers, FFC owns and operates upscale, mid and large size multi-use health, sports, fitness, and spa centers in the Chicago area. the company also provides corporate wellness programs, health and nutrition education, the healthy lifestyle CONNECTIONS magazine, signature group exercise programs, and numerous individual and group training initiatives.

Each Chicagoland location is dedicated to supporting the local community, and equipped with state-of-the-art cardio and weight training equipment, signature group exercise classes, personal training, nutrition counseling, spa services, massage therapy, and many customized fitness programs. FFC is recognized by the fitness industry for creating a distinct member experience.

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