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9Round Wheeling

5 ★★★★★ 51 Google reviews · Kickboxing gym in Wheeling, Illinois

Part of 9Round

Kickboxing gym Free trial Beginners welcome Kids & teens Cardio kickboxing Private lessons Affiliated

Affiliated gym — reviews and the gym's own info suggest it belongs to a known kickboxing or boxing-fitness franchise or network (think 9Round, iLoveKickboxing, CKO, TITLE Boxing Club or Jabz). Franchise gyms run a consistent class format and are often a friendly, familiar place to start. If a specific brand matters to you, confirm it on the gym's own site.

Informal gym with 30-minute workouts at any time and friendly staff.

Plan your first class

  • Free trial or intro class most gyms welcome new members with a free trial or intro class — check their site or give them a call to book your first session
  • Beginner-friendly all fitness levels welcome, including total beginners — no experience needed, and you get in shape by training, not before
  • Cardio kickboxing classes high-energy cardio kickboxing on the bags and pads — a fun, sweaty workout built for fitness and weight loss, at your own pace
  • Kids & teen classes kids and teen kickboxing classes — built around confidence, focus, and fun
  • Private lessons one-on-one coaching available — a focused way to start or to work around a busy schedule; ask about availability and rates
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  • Website & schedule 9round.com — book classes and see the live schedule
  • Phone +1 224-788-7453

Hours

Monday 5:45 am–1 pm, 3–8 pm
Tuesday 5:45 am–1 pm, 3–8 pm
Wednesday 5:45 am–1 pm, 3–8 pm
Thursday 5:45 am–1 pm, 3–8 pm
Friday 5:45 am–1 pm, 3–6:30 pm
Saturday 7 am–12 pm
Sunday Closed

Hours shift for holidays and class-schedule changes — worth a quick check before a special trip.

The classes they run

Kickboxing classes on the schedule at 9Round Wheeling, confirmed in members' own reviews and the gym's own info — not guessed from the sign out front.

🔥 Cardio Kickboxing 5 mentions

“Mixing up the workouts has allowed for a great workout each time I go.”

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👤 Private Lessons 2 mentions

“Even when there are others working out at the same time - you will still receive the one on one attention.”

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Other martial arts here

Kickboxing gyms are usually multi-discipline. Here's what else members mention training under the same roof at 9Round Wheeling — mined from their reviews and the gym's own info.

Disciplines are mined from reviews and the gym's own info — they show what members have trained, not a formal class guarantee. If you specifically want muay thai, boxing, or MMA alongside your kickboxing, confirm the current schedule with the gym.

What members say

The things reviewers bring up again and again across 51 Google reviews — in their own words.

🧑‍🏫 expert, motivating coaching 2 mentions

“Trainers(Shelby,Matt) and owner(Maureen) are not only great trainers but also amazing people.”

🌱 welcoming to beginners 5 mentions

“The staff is super friendly and welcoming — and they push you just the right amount to make sure your workout is challenging while still fun.”

🎉 fun, high-energy classes 3 mentions

“The environment is upbeat, the culture is supportive, and the members feel like a true fitness family.”

💦 killer cardio workout 2 mentions

“Mixing up the workouts has allowed for a great workout each time I go.”

⚖️ great for weight loss 2 mentions

“My personal goals were to become stronger and tone up, and I have definitely seen significant results in the 3.”

🧼 clean, well-equipped gym 4 mentions

“Very clean, conveniently located, and the trainers and atmosphere are extremely motivating and engaging.”

From the reviews

I have been a regular at this gym for more than 2 years now. The trainers and the overall atmosphere at this gym is impressive. Their dedication and enthusiasm makes my workout challenging and enjoyable. They study our limits and motivates us to challenge ourselves and push a little further each time.

★★★★★ — Jeen, Nov 2023

9Round is AMAZING!!! I have been a member since day 1 in August of 2018 and there is not a gym I’ve ever loved more! 9Round is truly family and each day I am greeted with smiles, energy, and excitement! I’ve met the best people that make working out fun!

★★★★★ — Caitlin, Jun 2026

⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ 5-Star Review by Gustavo F. Garcia 9Round Kickboxing in Wheeling is an absolute gem! The workouts are intense, energizing, and never boring — perfect for anyone looking to get fit without the monotony. The environment is upbeat, the culture is supportive, and the members feel like a true fitness family.

★★★★★ — Gustavo, Aug 2025

9Round is like no other gym I have ever been to. The staff has become family and are extremely knowledgeable and friendly. I love that every workout is different each time I go and every workout can be personalized to me to challenge me based on my strengths and weaknesses.

★★★★★ — Brittany, Apr 2021

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New to kickboxing? Start at 9Round Wheeling

9Round Wheeling comes up as a beginner-friendly gym — noted on their own site. If you've never thrown a punch or a kick, that's exactly who a good beginners class is for. A few things worth knowing before your first week. First, you don't need to be fit or coordinated to start — you get in shape by training, not before it, and coaches scale every drill to you. Second, you won't be thrown into hard sparring — reputable gyms build the basics (stance, footwork, and punches and kicks on pads and bags) first, and any contact eases in gradually under a coach's control. Third, all fitness levels really are welcome — ask about a dedicated beginners or fundamentals class time so your first session is alongside others who are also starting out. Most gyms are happy to let you watch or try a class first, so reach out before you commit.

Check beginner classes on their site

Your first kickboxing class at 9Round Wheeling

Nervous about walking into a kickboxing gym for the first time? Almost everyone is, and good coaches expect beginners to come through the door. Here's what to know. What to expect: a typical first class is a warm-up, then drilling the basics — stance, footwork, and punches and kicks on pads or a heavy bag — not hard sparring. Go at your own pace and rest whenever you need to; no one will bat an eye. What to wear: comfortable athletic clothes you can move and sweat in, and supportive trainers. What to bring: water, and hand wraps and gloves if you have them — many gyms lend loaner gloves for a first class, so it's worth asking when you call. As you keep training you'll add your own gloves and wraps (and shin guards once you start sparring). Sparring is optional and eases in gradually, once your basics are solid. Arrive 10–15 minutes early to sign a waiver and meet the coach. It gets easier fast — most people feel far more at home by their third class.

Kickboxing is a contact sport. Warm up, pace yourself, listen to your coaches, and if you have any injuries or health concerns, mention them before class and check with a doctor if you're unsure.

Where to find 9Round Wheeling

1540 E Lake Cook Rd, Wheeling, IL60090

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