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Farrell's eXtreme Bodyshaping - Ankeny North
4.9 ★★★★★ 83 Google reviews · Kickboxing gym in Ankeny, 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.
Plan your first class
- 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 fxbankeny.com — book classes and see the live schedule
- Phone +1 515-531-5341
Hours
| Monday | 7:30 am–7:30 pm |
| Tuesday | 7:30 am–7:30 pm |
| Wednesday | 7:30 am–7:30 pm |
| Thursday | 7:30 am–7:30 pm |
| Friday | 7:30 am–7:30 pm |
| Saturday | 5 am–12 pm |
| Sunday | Closed |
The classes they run
“It is a great workout that I enjoy going to every day because of the friends I have made and the wonderful instructors.”
“I love how they incorporate HIIT workouts for the bag routines and challenging sets for strength training.”
What members say
“If you are looking for a positive atmosphere, inspiring coaches, and motivating instructors then this is your place!”
“And there are so many friendly faces and people that are always wanting to help with your form and want you to succeed!”
From the reviews
I was just over 50 when I started at Farrell’s just a little over a year ago. I thought I was too old and would have trouble fitting in. I have found that I truly love the workouts, especially the kickboxing!
I started in 2008. Best place to kickbox and I love how the resistance bands classes have evolved. We also have TRX straps and free weights now. The combo classes on Saturdays are fun. I've made great friends here.
Joining Farrell's in Ankeny has been very good for me. I wasn't keen on the whole group exercise class experience before joining, but can now say nothing but positive things about the Farrell's approach as executed at the Ankeny location.
Love Farrell’s. Tried it for something different since I like group classes and the instructors and people really care about you. It feels great when people know your name when you walk in the door and hold you accountable to keep you going . Makes working out fun and I look forward to going class!
New to kickboxing? Start at Farrell's eXtreme Bodyshaping - Ankeny North
Farrell's eXtreme Bodyshaping - Ankeny North 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 - Ankeny North
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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