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Farrell's eXtreme Bodyshaping - Bloomington IL
4.8 ★★★★★ 69 Google reviews · Kickboxing gym in Bloomington, Illinois
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
- Kids & teen classes kids and teen kickboxing classes — built around confidence, focus, and fun
- 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 fxbblono.com — book classes and see the live schedule
- Phone +1 309-487-2278
Hours
| Monday | 5 am–7:30 pm |
| Tuesday | 5 am–7:30 pm |
| Wednesday | 5 am–7:30 pm |
| Thursday | 5 am–7:30 pm |
| Friday | 5 am–7:30 pm |
| Saturday | 5–10 am |
| Sunday | Closed |
The classes they run
“The classes are 45 minutes long, and there are modifications for all fitness levels.”
“Whether needing to do modified or following the instructor, I never feel like I’m cheating myself as long as I have a mind to compete against myself.”
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What members say
“Ferrell's is an encouraging and inclusive gym to everyone, from the first timer looking to fit into last year's jeans, to the group that runs the Tough Mudder every year.”
“The program includes 3 days of kickboxing and 3 days of strength training per week, a nutrition program, and coaching to help you transform your life, and reach your fitness goals.”
“All of the instructors and members are so supportive and the classes feel very inclusive, no judgement if you need to take a break of modify an exercise.”
From the reviews
To put it simply… I have NEVER left this gym without being in a better mood than I came in. The instructors, the gym, the workouts, coaches, program, community… all earn a 10/10. I have been going to Farrell’s for 2 years now and it gets better each session!
I walked into Farrells on 7/15/23 as my wife talked me into doing their 10-week challenge. She is a member and thought I would really enjoy it....she was right. Since that day, this gym and their program have changed my life. Yes, the body transformation is great, but this place offers so much more.
Farrell's has absolutely transformed my wife and me. The workouts and the invaluable support and accountability of the fellow members is like nowhere else in Bloomington-Normal. The classes are 45 minutes long, and there are modifications for all fitness levels.
I joined Farrell's in January of this year for the 10 week challenge. I am seven weeks in and loving my journey so far. All of the instructors and members are so supportive and the classes feel very inclusive, no judgement if you need to take a break of modify an exercise.
New to kickboxing? Start at Farrell's eXtreme Bodyshaping - Bloomington IL
Farrell's eXtreme Bodyshaping - Bloomington IL 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 - Bloomington IL
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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