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Farrell’s eXtreme Bodyshaping - Altoona
5 ★★★★★ 62 Google reviews · Kickboxing gym in Altoona, Iowa
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.
Training and exercise program offering kickboxing classes and clean space for workouts.
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
- Today see hours ·
- Website & schedule fxbaltoona.com — book classes and see the live schedule
- Phone (515) 400-4978
Hours
| Monday | 4–10:30 AM, 4–7:15 PM |
| Tuesday | 4–10:30 AM, 4–7:15 PM |
| Wednesday | 4–10:30 AM, 4–7:15 PM |
| Thursday | 4–10:30 AM, 4–7:15 PM |
| Friday | 4–10:30 AM, 4–6:30 PM |
| Saturday | 5–10 AM |
| Sunday | Closed |
The classes they run
“I love the kickboxing classes the most, but also love to challenging myself on band days.”
“Classes are designed to push you, yet accommodate all fitness levels.”
What members say
“We have the best instructors who motivate me to keep it going!”
“If you want a great workout, with talented instructors, and a motivational challenge, come here.”
“Stepping into Farrell's Extreme Body Shaping - Altoona has been nothing short of a transformative experience for me.”
“I can't imagine what my life would be like without all of the wonderful people I've met here and the amazing strength and confidence I've gained over the years.”
“It’s a complete family dynamic with all of the gym members and the support is like none other.”
From the reviews
The support system of this gym is what makes it feel like not a gym. The people you meet are truly invested in helping you reach your goals. The coaches and instructors are always so open to answering questions and helping you reach your potential.
I have been so happy with my decision to join this program/fitness family. I completed the 10 week challenge and committed to being a FITT member for the next year. I’m reaching my goals…to be strong and healthy. The vibe is SO supportive and the instructors are first class.
My experience at this Farrells location has been one where I feel like I need to share constantly with people who I know because it’s been just fantastic. I love the kickboxing classes the most, but also love to challenging myself on band days.
I joined because someone said I would never stick with it. That was 18 months ago. I could tell you what I have lost, buy instead I will tell you what I have gained. I have found an unbelievable family that I had no idea I needed.
New to kickboxing? Start at Farrell’s eXtreme Bodyshaping - Altoona
Farrell’s eXtreme Bodyshaping - Altoona 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 Farrell’s eXtreme Bodyshaping - Altoona
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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