Obstacle Course Classes, Camps, B-Day Parties & Team Building for Kids & Teens in Northern Chicago Area, IL
Here, at Hot Ground Gym® (HGG), our recreation center near Chicago is revolutionizing the way kids stay active, learn, and grow. Our Arlington Heights and Libertyville teams are military veterans and former first responders with the skills and experience to provide educational, fun, and “one of a kind” kids’ activities and fitness classes.


Recreation Center for Kids near Chicago
Recreation Center for Kids in Arlington Heights & Libertyville
Our Kids & Teens Activities in Libertyville and Arlington Heights, IL
Whether you are on the hunt for a children’s gym, super fun fitness classes, or a private team-building event for teens, you’ll find it here at Hot Ground Gym®.
.jpg)
Junior Boots™ Kids Obstacle Classes
.jpg)
Day Camps

Kids' and Teens’ Birthday Parties

Team Building Events
Contact Us for More Information about Indoor Physical Activities for Kids Near Chicago
Our Kids Center on Local Chicago News

Benefits of Our Children’s Sport Programs
.jpg)
.jpg)
Improved Teamwork
Strong Leadership
Obstacle Course Fitness
Self-Discipline
Smart Problem-Solving
Our Story
HGG is owned and operated by military veterans and former first responders. Our team of owners and instructors is what separates HGG from the rest. Our no-nonsense approach to development, teaching, and training, that is derived from our service connected experiences, which is tempered by the fact that “these are children, not soldiers”, allows us to cultivate a self-confidence instilling environment that is truly unique, beneficial, and super fun.
We have dedicated our lives to the physical, mental, and character development of children. Our slogan is “Strengthening the Future”. We nurture the potential of every child that comes to us through the programs we offer.
.jpg)
.jpg)
.jpg)
.jpg)
.jpg)
.jpg)

Contact Our Obstacle Fitness Center Near Chicago
FAQ about Our Chicago Kids Activities
Can kids take part in fitness classes together?
While you are absolutely welcome to watch your kiddos as they complete our classes, our children’s courses are only meant to accommodate those within the intended age range of 5-14.
My child is kinda sporty but currently hates “regular sports”. Is HGG a good fit for them?
For sure! Since our beginning, we have noticed that some students enjoy having a physical outlet but do not necessarily enjoy the pressures of “traditional sports”. Other students attend HGG classes in between sports seasons or still during a season. We also have several “success stories” where children have trained in our program for a while, then moved on to a traditional sport with more confidence and excelled.
My child is shy. Will they be able to work in a team?
If your child is prone to shyness, we can fix it. Our 5 Pillars of Confidence, which are part of our unique system of child development, are aimed at helping your kiddo start feeling comfortable around other children and develop teamwork and leadership skills.
Can parents observe their kids’ activities?
Sure! While you can drop off your kiddo and run some errands in peace, you can just as well stay for the whole time of a class, camp, birthday party, or team-building event.