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zenstudio fitness | Little Rock | cycle • sculpt • stretch |

4.9 ★★★★★ 78 Google reviews · Kickboxing gym in Little Rock, Arkansas

Kickboxing gym Free trial Beginners welcome

Group fitness studio specializing in indoor cycling, yoga, barre, and kickboxing.

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
  • Today see hours ·
  • Website & schedule zenstudiofitness.com — book classes and see the live schedule
  • Phone (501) 296-9108

Hours

Monday 5:30 AM–1 PM, 4–8 PM
Tuesday 5:30 AM–1 PM, 4–8 PM
Wednesday 5:30 AM–1 PM, 4–8 PM
Thursday 5:30 AM–1 PM, 4–8 PM
Friday 5:30 AM–1 PM, 4–8 PM
Saturday 8:30 AM–12 PM
Sunday 2–5 PM

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 zenstudio fitness | Little Rock | cycle • sculpt • stretch |, confirmed in members' own reviews and the gym's own info — not guessed from the sign out front.

🌱 Beginners 2 mentions

“11/10 recommend Zen if you’re a beginner or expert in your fitness journey.”

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What members say

The things reviewers bring up again and again across 78 Google reviews — in their own words.

🌱 welcoming to beginners 10 mentions

“The people are amazingly welcoming and friendly, and it truly feels like a family instead of a business.”

🎉 fun, high-energy classes 2 mentions

“Coming back to my original review to say that it’s now been almost three years since I started at zen and I’m still just as hooked as I was on day 1.”

💗 welcoming to women 2 mentions

“I love the variety of classes available and appreciate the women friendly environment.”

🧠 builds confidence & relieves stress 2 mentions

“It is a wonderful, judgement free environment where you really feel supported to work on your physical and mental health simultaneously.”

🤝 friendly, family gym 15 mentions

“The people are amazingly welcoming and friendly, and it truly feels like a family instead of a business.”

From the reviews

The thought of group fitness classes used to really intimidate me. That all changed once I started coming to Zen. This place has challenged me in so many ways and helped me achieve fitness goals I never thought I could reach. I started off barely being able to make it through a barre class.

★★★★★ — Alexandria, Jul 2022

UPDATE: I am still at ZenStudio and doing all the things I love, barre, strength, barre bounce, spin and fusion flow. Love all my instructors and classes. Still the best place to workout! I have been a member to ZenStudio since 2013 and I can’t imagine going anywhere else.

★★★★★ — Karen, Jul 2025

I've been working out at ZenStudio for 2 years, and it's been an incredible journey! The community vibe here is phenomenal. Everyone, from the staff, instructors, to fellow fitness enthusiasts, is super welcoming and supportive. It feels like a fitness family. The variety of classes offered is another huge plus.

★★★★★ — Jiabin, Jul 2024

I’ve been going to zen for almost 5 years now. I have tried every single spin studio in Little Rock (multiple classes at each), and none even hold a candle to zen. The people are amazingly welcoming and friendly, and it truly feels like a family instead of a business.

★★★★★ — Paige, Aug 2021

Excerpts from public Google reviews. Read all 78 reviews →

New to kickboxing? Start at zenstudio fitness | Little Rock | cycle • sculpt • stretch |

zenstudio fitness | Little Rock | cycle • sculpt • stretch | comes up as a beginner-friendly gym, going by their listing and members’ reviews. 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 zenstudio fitness | Little Rock | cycle • sculpt • stretch |

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 zenstudio fitness | Little Rock | cycle • sculpt • stretch |

5612 R St, Little Rock, AR72207

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