A premiere Personal Training and Pilates Studio in the Heart of River North, Chicago

Motus Functional Fitness and Pilates is an exclusive, 5,000-square-foot, boutique fitness and Pilates studio located in River North, Chicago.  Our beautiful 3rd-floor loft has an elevator, secured door entrance, lockers, and private showers with all of the amenities to meet your needs.  Our studio offers a fully equipped fitness floor, private treatment rooms, and a serene Pilates studio, separated by large glass doors and filled with natural lighting.

We provide our clients with

Individualized Personal Training
Semi-Private Training
Reformer Pilates: Private sessions, Duets, & Group Classes
Stretching and Massage Therapy
Esthetician Services

Motus is also home to River North Physical Therapy. RNPT specializes in Pilates-based rehab and has access to our Pilates equipment and fitness floor for all of their patient’s rehabilitation needs.

We believe in developing the body to move to its fullest potential. A strong, functional body that can effectively move in all ranges of motion will help you to achieve your fitness goals. Whether you are training for stronger lifts, a more toned body, or to be able to move through everyday activities efficiently and pain-free, Motus can help you get there.

“Achieve vitality from within. Move better, feel better, and look your absolute best!”

-Vince Barbaro /Owner

A Constant Source of Motivation

Think of us as your personal cheering section, helping you find the strength you didn’t know you had. We are all about positive reinforcement. Working you through proper technique, while building positive neuroplasticity, is key to your success.

Personalized Attention

Highly qualified instructors work one-on-one with clients to ensure safe and effective workouts designed to increase strength and mobility.

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Client Testimonials

Testimonials

“Vincent was a great motivator and really knows what he is doing. He pushed me hard when I needed it! If you are looking to get in shape, then contact Vincent!”

— Gwen Holtan

Nutrition, Health, and Habit Coach | Beyond the Box Nutrition

“I definitely recommend Vinnie to anyone considering hiring a personal trainer. Not only is he knowledgeable about all aspects of personal training but he gives you a ton of valuable advice to assist in your overall fitness when you are not training with him. His custom sessions are a lot of fun that you will look forward to every week and will definitely get you into better shape if you are committed to it. I first hired Vinnie to help in the rehab of my shoulder surgery a few years ago and have continued well past when my rehab was over.”

— Mark Banholzer

Vice President | Morgan Stanley

“I have known Vinnie since working with him during his studies at Robert Morris University in 2005. His professionalism, integrity and friendly demeanor help through the "burn" of working out and meeting my personal goals. What I found especially exceptional was Vinnie's interest in his clients and their total picture of health. Clients will be greatly satisfied with his services!”

— Robert M. Tenuta, Ph.D.

Assistant Teaching Professor of Human Resource Management | Roosevelt University

“If anyone is contemplating hiring a trainer, without a doubt, let me recommend Vincent Barbaro. I've been working with Vinnie for over three years. My initial goal was to tone up for my wedding in the fall. However, Vinnie noticed that lack in my core strength and old sports injuries were causing balance issues, severe back pain and headaches. He developed a work out regiment that within six months saw drastic results.

Thank you Vinnie for being my excuse to take care of myself!”

— Lindsay Shoff

Senior Relationship Partner | Bloomberg Industry Group

"My trainer Vince has been terrific for me. He adjusts the workout to me--it's a totally different experience than my workouts in a big box gym. The space is great (third floor of a brownstone), showers etc. Private workouts at their best. Go Vince!"

— Richard Porter

Partner | Kirkland & Ellis LLP

“Vince is a wonderful health coach. My approach to working out has evolved from staying in a specific weight range to embracing health, injury-free living. Vince consistently promotes functional movements and organizes my workouts to include challenging, sustainable exercises that I can perform for many, many years. I have not only changed by weight composition but I’ve also changed my overall outlook on the increasing benefits of exercise. I owe those changes to Vince.”

— Nykia Wright

CEO | Chicago Sun Times.

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A premiere Personal Training and Pilates Studio in the Heart of River North, Chicago

A Constant Source of Motivation

Personalized Attention

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Client Testimonials

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