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Able Strength Fitness
4.8 ★★★★★ 45 Google reviews · Kickboxing gym in Rio Rancho, New Mexico
Locally owned gym offering strength and conditioning classes, as well as boxing, kickboxing, and Brazilian jiu jitsu.
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 (ages 14) — 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
- Sparring sparring and partner work for members who want it — always optional, eased in gradually, with the coach controlling the contact
- Competition team a competition team for members who want to test themselves in the ring — amateur kickboxing, muay thai, or K-1
- Today see hours ·
- Website & schedule ablestrengthfitness.com — book classes and see the live schedule
- Phone (505) 349-0023
Hours
| Monday | 5 AM–12 PM, 3–8 PM |
| Tuesday | 5 AM–12 PM, 3–8 PM |
| Wednesday | 5 AM–12 PM, 3–8 PM |
| Thursday | 5 AM–12 PM, 3–8 PM |
| Friday | 5 AM–12 PM, 3–7 PM |
| Saturday | 7 AM–2 PM |
| Sunday | 8 AM–12 PM |
The classes they run
“Not many gyms in our area allow kids under the age of 14 but this one does and they care about them and their health just as much as the adults.”
“This gym is a gem 💎 Safe environment with skilled, experienced staff, accommodating to all levels and abilities.”
“My primary interest is in boxing; there is a combination of boxing skills classes, conditioning, sparring, and one-on-one with trainers that make this a good all-around gym.”
“I’m currently working on training to compete and Johnny is an amazing coach for that, he’s supported me and helped me get to where i am within the past few months.”
“My primary interest is in boxing; there is a combination of boxing skills classes, conditioning, sparring, and one-on-one with trainers that make this a good all-around gym.”
“My primary interest is in boxing; there is a combination of boxing skills classes, conditioning, sparring, and one-on-one with trainers that make this a good all-around gym.”
“A variety of classes are offered from boxing bag classes to strength & conditioning workouts including Hyrox.”
Other martial arts here
“My primary interest is in boxing; there is a combination of boxing skills classes, conditioning, sparring, and one-on-one with trainers that make this a good all-around gym.”
“Great equipment for weight training, boxing, grappling, and full schedule of fitness trainings you can attend.”
What members say
“Although I’ve been lifting for 17 years I’ve just starting Olympic lifting a year ago with the owner as my coach and have made great progress to my technique and have hit PRs.”
“This gym is a gem 💎 Safe environment with skilled, experienced staff, accommodating to all levels and abilities.”
“My primary interest is in boxing; there is a combination of boxing skills classes, conditioning, sparring, and one-on-one with trainers that make this a good all-around gym.”
“I’m currently working on training to compete and Johnny is an amazing coach for that, he’s supported me and helped me get to where i am within the past few months.”
“Great equipment for weight training, boxing, grappling, and full schedule of fitness trainings you can attend.”
“I just wanted to take a moment to share my experience at this gym and join the many others who have left positive reviews.”
From the reviews
A Hidden Gem in Rio Rancho – Able Strength and Fitness is Top Tier I don’t live in the area, but I visit New Mexico often to see my in-laws, and every time I’m here, I make it a point to drop in at Abel Strength and Fitness. After about ten visits, I can confidently say this gym is nothing short of spectacular.
From the first call to get information, to attending our free tryout and to finally becoming a member, Coach Johnny and Able Strength Fitness has been amazing. Every one is friendly, welcoming and professional. The environment from the moment you walk in has such a good vibe.
This gym since the beginning has been such an amazing place and is filled with so many amazing people. Johnny, Eric, Mark, and IB have been amazing. coaches and are so supportive. The coaches are all so amazing, unique, and comforting the second you walk through those doors.
I joined about 8 months ago. My primary interest is in boxing; there is a combination of boxing skills classes, conditioning, sparring, and one-on-one with trainers that make this a good all-around gym. I’ve enjoyed I.B. , Mark’s and Johnny’s boxing skills classes.
New to kickboxing? Start at Able Strength Fitness
Able Strength Fitness 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.
Your first kickboxing class at Able Strength Fitness
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.
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