Too busy to go to the gym? Not sure what to do when you get there? Need a little accountability?…read moreWant to have fun while you get healthier and relieve stress? 9Round is the gym for you. Personally, no other gym has worked for me the way 9Round has. It's something I can find the time for, truly enjoy, and KNOW it works. Even just 3 times per week leaves me feeling so much stronger, healthier, and happier. There's nothing that relieves stress quite like kicking and punching the bags. 9Round is a 30 minute full-body, kickboxing-themed circuit workout. There are a total of 9 stations or "rounds." Each round is an exercise that lasts 3 minutes. In between each round there is a 30 second "break" during which a trainer will yell out an exercise like jumping jacks, wall sits, lunges, etc. There are typically two trainers on the floor at all times. The trainers help teach and motivate you! 9Round membership comes with hand wraps, gloves, and a heart monitor to monitor your heart rate and calories burned during your workout. With no class times, you can workout whatever time is best for you! 9Round workouts are unlike any other. And 9Round Downtown KC is unlike any other 9Round I've experienced. Family-man and Owner, Rashad and his team work tirelessly to bring us fun, energizing workouts that actually WORK! They foster an inclusive, supportive workout community. And your first workout is free! Come try it out! What do you have to lose?

I was skeptical before trying 9Round because it's been a while since I've been in the gym. However,…read morewhen I showed up for my session Rashad was extremely welcoming and encouraging throughout the rounds - he even completed some of the exercises alongside me! I tend to get bored of doing the same exercises so having something different to do (and working different parts of my body) at each station was perfect for me. And if you're worried it will be too intense, don't be. You have the freedom to go at your pace and the exercises are not too strenuous. I really loved the atmosphere and the music kept me pumped. If you're looking for a different workout experience, 9Round is the way to go. If you're ready to put in the work, it's definitely worth it.

Barre3 is the most inclusive and welcoming workout space I've found in KC!…read more I was nervous to try Barre3 because I don't have a dance background or much flexibility, but after taking a few classes through ClassPass, I ended up signing up for a membership. The workouts are genuinely fun while still being challenging. Over the last three months, I've taken Strength, Signature, and Mindful Flow classes, and every instructor has done an excellent job programming workouts, offering modifications to make movements either more accessible or more challenging, and giving helpful form cues throughout class. I also appreciate that the class routines change monthly. It gives you enough time to become familiar with the movements, build confidence, and progressively increase weights before transitioning into something new. The studio itself is extremely clean, and they provide everything you need, including mats, weights, blocks, and bands. I especially appreciate that it's not a heated studio and that instructors are intentional about the room environment by adjusting fans, temperature, and lighting so classes stay comfortable and focused. Another thing I've appreciated is how responsive the studio has been to member demand and that they genuinely care about their members. In the few months I've been attending, they've continued adding class times and formats, including convenient 5:45 AM and 5:45 PM options that fit well into a work schedule.

This is one of my favorite workout studios in the city!! I found this studio on ClassPass but ended…read moreup loving it so much that I bought a membership. They offer a student discount which is also a nice benefit! I've been consistently taking barre3 classes for about 6 months and I know I have gotten stronger. It's rare to have a strength class that is focused on lifting weights where the whole class is in sync with the instructor. I also love the signature classes which are more traditional barre. Other barre studios rely on traditional ballet position names, but barre3 is much more accessible in my opinion. The instructors are all wonderful, but I especially love taking classes with Meghan! The studio provides all of the equipment you need, including sweat towels and mats. In a world where the heated studio is taking over, it's nice to have a traditional studio format. The main reason I attend this studio is because they offer a 5:45 am class four days a week. The only thing I would change is that it would be nice to have a mindful flow (yoga focused) class offered later on a week day. Your first class is free, so you have nothing to lose by checking it out!!

First time here and cannot wait to come back. Clean space, new equipments, motivated trainers, good…read morevibes. In just 45 minutes, you get to work all body muscles.

Poor communication and focused on getting money out of you instead of helping you with your…read morefitness goals. Very disappointing experience. I was a member here for two years. When it was time to move on, I put in my 30 days notice (Which by the way, they make it very hard to cancel because you have to get in contact with the manager, which she took over a week to get back to me, before you can even start your thirty day notice), yet when the 30 days were up, they continued to charge me and the manager refused to return my calls. I had to show up to a time she taught just to get any communication. I then had to dispute the charge with my credit card company. Suprise, Suprise, the company then sent the exit contract but conveniently left out the page stipulating the date that I was no longer contractually obligated to pay. I had to then send the full contract to my credit card company, and then it was final resolved. This took me three months to get resolved. The manager switched every few months which is the real problem (I had at least four mangers over my time). It's a shame because the coaches are very nice. I would not recommend this experience and will not be returning to any f45 again.

This is by far my favorite workout ever and after four years of KC living, I keep coming back for…read moremore! Bar Method is a high intensity, low impact class that makes you sweat and shake during class and makes you so sore the next day. The whole concept revolves around contracting your muscle to the point of exhaustion (hello shakes!) and then stretching and lengthening your warm muscles immediately after. Bar method was designed and vetted by physical therapists - and the studio floor is the same as a gymnast floor - so it is awesome for folks with joint issues of any age! The structure of the class is always the same - warm up includes an upper body workout with weights, followed by push ups and tricep dips. Do not let the light weights fool you- the exercises and reps make 2 and 3 lb weights feel like 20's! Next comes the meat and potatoes of Bar - LEGS AND BOOTY! Calf raises, 3 grueling sets of Thigh and a next-day-waddle-worthy booty workout. Stretches at the bar and in the floor are incorporated throughout. Finally, Abs and a little back dancing (channel your inner Call On Me music video)... Oh the instructors are ALL amazing, encouraging and each have their own way of empowering you to push through your sets even though you want to stop. The classes are personalized since the instructors know your name and call out corrections and encouragements throughout the class. They are also hands on to ensure you are in the best form possible! Music sets are also awesome and are constantly changing for fun varieties! Overall, in case you can't tell, I am a fan of Bar Method and encourage everyone to at least try it out once! It might look like you are barely moving but I promise it is a HARD workout! The method strengthens your posture, creates longer leaner muscles and improves flexibility! No dance experience required by the way - I am not a graceful or flexible person but I love how strong I feel when I leave class (and how sore my body feels too)! Come on in and shake it out!!!

Going into this studio for the first time, I had no idea what to expect. I don't keep up with the…read moreseemingly endless workout styles out there, and having never been graceful, like ballet dancers, this wouldn't have even made it on my list. Over the years, I've tried pilates, Insanity, yoga, and random YouTube dance videos; and only yoga seems to stick, although the results I get with yoga are more mental than anything. With Bar Method, I started seeing quick results. Basically you are doing small movements that fine-tune specific muscles, followed by intense stretches to give you an overall leaner look. The exercises are safe for everyone. What have I got to lose? Plus they ran a birthday special the day I came, so I decided to commit to 1 month. Initially, it was challenging to follow the structured routine - I was doing the plank wrong, or I slouched too much, or a slew of other reasons. Fear not, the instructors take the time to learn your name and will instruct or come around to adjust you. In a 60-minute class, you get to target your arms, shoulders, thighs, legs, glutes, back, abs...so basically you will be sore the next day. No doubt about it! My jello-y triceps scream at me every time. Truth be told, halfway through, I want to give up and crawl into a ball. But I keep pushing, because everyone else is working hard. The instructors are well-rehearsed in the routines. They are exceptionally toned and charismatic. After taking 8 classes, I can honestly see some definition in my arms and legs. Here we get to the catch, because up until now, life's peachy! For someone like myself who just switched careers, starting out fresh, this is not something I have the budget to continue after my month is up. There are many positives though for people who can afford it, so I encourage you to seek this out for great results!

It's been too long since I had time or money to visit Linda and the wonderful staff at Plaza…read moreWellspring, but I don't see them listed here and so I'm adding them, because I think they're wonderful. After my first child was born, Lee Ann helped whip my body into the best shape I'd EVER been in. I felt so strong and it was FUN! Pilates classes on the reformer are truly unbelievable. (Now I've had a second child and I need to go see them again!!) Fast results, soothing atmosphere, easy to park. I wish it was a little less expensive, but that is my only complaint. The mat classes are excellent as well! Check the schedule on their site.

Keeping my resolutions in tact! Started my day in such a wonderful way with Linda and Pilates class…read more- she is kind, compassionate and deeply knowledgeable. I can't wait to go back for other classes (yoga, rolfing, Gyrotonic Methods, meditation), lectures and master class level workshops. A truly beautiful space with supportive people. Highly recommend!! January 5, 2016 Like · Comment 1

I love Kri Chay's Urban HIIT FITT!! This year has been a different kind of training. Kri has put…read moretogether great live workouts via Zoom!! You can workout at home and still have the interaction with Kri! Training is still available at the gym! What a great way to get fit and healthy!!!

I'm not a group fitness person but that changed when I started working out at Kri's. The workouts…read moreare fast paced, challenging and a good mix of weight training and conditioning. It's definitely NOT a room full of people all doing the same thing at the same time with an instructor at the head of the class! I've had a memberships at other gyms where I would know faces but not people. I mostly kept to myself with my headphones on and that's the way I liked to train. I've come to know some really awesome people over the past year at Kri Chay's and I truly enjoy the camaraderie. Lot's of positive vibes!

One of the best yoga studio in Kansas City area. All of the teachers are helpful, knowledgeable and…read moremake you feel at home. Highly recommend.

Up to date facility with everything you could want to keep fit. A lap pool and activity pool, hot…read moretub, sauna, track, multiple workout machines and weight areas. Also, there is a nice basketball, activity area. The classes are numerous but I wish there was more yoga. It is a bright, inviting space, very enjoyable. I just love it!

Great facility with 3 levels of workout areas (formerly a theater). The staff is friendly and…read morehelpful, location is nice for anyone who works in the Downtown area and it is rarely ever crowded except right after work (5-6PM). The main level has a small workout area typically used for personal training or cool down, the lower level is for classes and personal training and the upper level is the main area with most of the machines, treadmills, weights and a full basketball court. There are locker rooms for men and women, showers and a steam room in the locker rooms.