I got to try out "yoga" here. It was a 45 min class called sculpting. It was not the normal…read morestretching and focus I am used to in yoga. This was a fast paced high energy class. It did not really focus on the postures of yoga. If you want something quick, louder music, high energy instructor there is a class for that. I was not used to this but did my best to keep up and learn the moves as we went along. The quick feet movement on the yoga mats gave me a blister on the bottom of my big toe, but I could feel the workout for a couple days after. You are greeted when you walk in, you check in and get a mat or towel if you forgot yours. You can kick your shoes off or make your way down the hall to the changing/shower/bathroom. There is lockers,but you'll need your own lock. Then you make your way to the smaller room built for your class. Its was aimed to be hot, but just a mere 92 degrees. I had a few moments to enjoy the sauna room before we starting moving. Then it was all downhill. I dont know how you are to workout, sweat, and not loose your grip on the slick, sweaty yoga mat as you jump up and down and lift weights and move your butt off I felt good after the long class. I was able to go straight home and get my shower in, but this class we intense. I wish I had the ability to go back and try another one of the classes like hot Yoga or something a little less fast paced. They are all on their app, but the timing just did not work out for me.

I also attended the sculpting class the following day. I was smoked this morning and very…read moreimpressed by the class and how quickly time flies in the spread, 45m version. Recommending this class over the other I took.

I joined Iron & Oars in January, and after just four months, I'm down 22 pounds and 8% body fat!…read moreI've gained confidence, built muscle, made health and fitness a real priority, and have so much more energy. The combination of rowing and strength training is perfect. When I started my first 50-day challenge, I was dealing with knee pain. Jen and the team were amazing in supporting me through it, encouraging me to keep doing the work but modifying or resting when needed. Now, four months later, I have zero pain in my knee! Jen, the owner, and all the coaches are incredibly supportive while also pushing me to work hard and stay focused on my goals. I'm currently in the middle of my second challenge, and the accountability and weekly check-ins have been invaluable in keeping me on track. I'm so happy with the progress I've made--now it's time to shop for new summer clothes! Highly recommend this place to anyone looking to get stronger, healthier, and feel amazing!

From the owner: IRON & OARS Strength and Row Studio combines intervals of rowing on water-rowers with strength…read moretraining using dumbbells, body weight and bands. Rowing is the best type of cardiovascular exercise working 85% of the muscles without any impact on the joints. The 50 minute classes provide real fitness results fast! Fitness Assessments, Nutrition Programming and Personal Training are also available at IRON & OARS. The experienced Instructors make the workouts challenging, educational, and FUN!

New experience!!!! Called today to find out class times and how to get started. Everyone I spoke…read morewith was informative, kind and made me feel comfortable to try a new work out experience. Staff made recommendations for my first workout. Staff assisted me in renting the yoga mat and towel. Picked yoga for the first work out. Others working out were very encouraging in the common areas. Loved it was a private workout and you could sweat in a private area. There is also an area with weights and bands for a workout without the heat. Spinning and rowing are also available to use in the saunas. Team reviewed the safety features for members who work out when they are not there. Also reviewed program and fees as well as the specials they were running. Couple of notes of areas of opportunity: -hard to watch the instructor while in poses. Difficult when you are new to the moves. With experience and time would get a lot easier -website doesn't describe well that it is 24/7 when you are a member. This was great to learn once I arrived that it has very flexible times to attend. Looking for a new way to step up your workout, this would be a perfect switch to. Overall great experience and a sweaty and energizing workout. Absolutely recommend.

What a great quick workout. We were greater right away by the friendly staff. They were…read moreveryknoledable about the studio. It is open 24 hours a day so no excuses for not getting your workout in. The staff explained the infrared suana would help with recovery. The workouts are streamed into the sauna so no live instructors. There is an area to do a little workout or stretch on your own. You do need their special Matt's for the saunas. If you forget yours you can rent one through the vending machine for the day.

Ok so this gym is for snooty people who have a home gym but go there to show off. Is this a gym or…read morea nightclub. I went there for a year and I want my $300 a month back. Trophy wives and overpriced drinks are there for the taking. Just go to a real gym and skip the drama!

Very great place to workout, front desk guy is the sweetest but some staff are actually very rude…read moreso props to him, also I would just love if there was smith machines. But other than that it's a great place.

I'll try to keep this short. I had a bad experience where I wasn't given any onboarding, my first…read moreclass was frustrating and embarrassing and I was treated like I was in the way. I spoke to Hallie the owner the next day, to her credit she was very apologetic and gave me space to tell her what happened. I had slipped through the cracks and she was sincerely sorry. I declined the offer for a real onboarding class, I wished her luck and we hung up. I was happy to quietly leave it be, no online reviews. Until that same evening--6 hours after I hung up--I received a generic recruitment call from Orangetheory Clive asking if I wanted to set up my free first class. I'm livid. This location is a clown show. I don't know what the hell is going on with them but someone needs to get their [stuff] together. I do not recommend Orangetheory Clive.

Fabulous, friendly staff; excellent, active coaches who demonstrate correct form for all moves;…read moreclean, newer treadmills, rowers, and dumbbell.

am only in town for a week and they do offer 7 day free pass. for me, they had everything i needed…read more was a nice touch to see they have turf to push the sled. bathrooms were clean and the area has enough weights for everyone. it's only $10 a month for basic plan too. ali helped me and was professional and super friendly.

I was attracted to this gym for their UPBEAT multicultural & FUN environment, however, for the last…read moreseveral months all that it's play is hard rock that lacks rhythm that assist in motivation, decrease perceived effort and fun. Studies have showed that Music is a key to motivational factor to exercise intensity. Crunch Fitness is a science-based fitness industry with a progressive, multicultural philosophy. Though, customers can use their headphones to listen at their music the gym environment needs to meet their multicultural FUN philosophy and stop altering it to a home garage gym. The gym safety and cleanliness have, also, deteriorated. The locker rooms and bathrooms are extremely felty to the point that its scary to step in these rooms, thinking of the increased bacteria, which puts health at risk, not in a state of wellness. Key, balance equipment has come missing and several machines are not properly functioning, decreasing the variety of mode exercise one can do for fitness improvement. The improper function of exercise machines increases risk for injury. When staff is presented with these and other concerns, staff does not provide awareness and/or a resolution to these issues.

If you've ever wondered what it feels like to be simultaneously dying and becoming the best version…read moreof yourself, you should try CrossFit West Des Moines. I showed up thinking I was "in decent shape." Ten minutes into my first workout I was questioning every life decision that led me to that barbell. But here's the thing -- the coaches are awesome, the community is even better, and somehow they trick you into doing things you never thought you could do... like burpees before coffee or voluntarily waking up at 5 AM. Everyone cheers for everyone. It doesn't matter if you're lifting 300 pounds or just trying to survive the warm-up. By the end of the workout you're lying on the floor staring at the ceiling wondering what just happened... and somehow you can't wait to come back tomorrow. Also, I'm pretty sure the members here are secretly training for the Olympics, but they'll still high-five you for your personal record on kettlebell swings. If you want: Great coaching A supportive community Workouts that will humble you in the best way And a place where burpees are considered a personality trait Then CrossFit West Des Moines is the place. Would absolutely recommend. My legs hate me, but my life is

Best CrossFit gym in town. You will feel welcomed and cared about from the moment you walk in the…read moredoor. The members foster a real sense of community. No matter how big or small your goals are the coaches there will genuinely want to help you reach them. You don't have to be a professional athlete to get attention from coaches! 45 and out of shape? Great, join us! 25 ex-college athlete? You've got a home here, too! The gym has everything you need, including a sauna, and it's cleaned and maintained with great care. 10/10 recommend a drop in!!