I joined Ultimate Fighting & Fitness Academy eight weeks ago, I've never had so much fun working…read moreout! Flaviu is a world class trainer, and experienced fighter, he knows how to push each student individually to their maximum ability. The variety of classes keeps you challenged and motivated. I, for the first time in my life can't wait for next day class just after finishing one I would recommend this place to anyone looking into serious workout and training in martial arts.

I can't say enough about Flav. He transformed my 12 year old son into a much healthier young man…read moreand helped him reduce his BMI to 19.00. My 9 year old daughter recently joined and she loves it. I've seen a lot of martial arts schools and UFFA is by far the best.

My son has been going to this MMA gym for kickboxing and jiu-jitsu, and we've had such a great…read moreexperience. The coaches create an environment that's both fun and disciplined, and it's been amazing to watch his confidence and skills grow. Rana is absolutely incredible with the kids--patient, encouraging, and able to connect with them in a way that keeps them motivated and excited to learn. Mario and Justin have also been fantastic. They bring so much knowledge and positive energy to every class, and my son looks up to all of them. He genuinely loves coming here, and we couldn't be happier with the progress he's made. If you're looking for a place where your child can learn real martial arts while being supported by truly dedicated instructors, this gym is an excellent choice.

Instructors are friendly and knowledgeable and the people are welcoming too. Kickboxing classes are…read morealways fun and an awesome work out! Great for fitness and to improve skills and technique as well. Highly recommend!

I've belonged to Main Event on-and-off over the past 10 years since it was called "Evanston Boxing…read moreClub" and was located on the N. Side of Downtown Evanston. The former head coach Dave was a solid trainer, and the current head coach Andrian is no different. tl;dr: it's a great place to train if you care about a good boxing/kickboxing workout with good people. The gym itself is well-stocked with basic equipment, respectably sized to handle classes of up to 20 people at a time, plenty of heavy bags, and boxing gear available to borrow (jump ropes, gloves, handwraps, focus mitts, although you should ideally get your own at some point if you join). It is extremely bare-bones and low on amenities beyond equipment - there is no shower, no water fountain (water bottles available for purchase), and there's a single half-bath. It is very much geared towards people who want to show up, get in a boxing workout, and leave soon after. The gym has evening classes five days a week (5:30PM, then 6:30PM) plus morning classes on Tues/Thurs/Sat/Sun. There's Muay Thai/Kickboxing on M/W evenings (soon also Fridays again) Andrian is also broadly available for private lessons at reasonable rates (one-on-one and small-group), and I've had little issue arranging to train on my own the few times I've wanted to go into the gym without class going on. There's also a very active kids boxing program five days a week at 4:30 (I don't know much about this, but it looks like Andrian has 1-2 parents helping corral the 15 kids or so - it's a VERY popular program). A typical boxing class has a 5-10 minute warmup, alternating rounds of heavy-bag work + conditioning, 2-3 rounds of partner drills (focus mitts or defense drills), more bag work, more conditioning, then cool-down stretches. Andrian is very welcoming of beginners and will spend time working with them during class to help them get the hang of things, and the people in the gym are all very friendly and glad to help as well. Most members are casual athletes there to workout, but there's a small cohort of more serious members who are amateur boxers. Cost is well under what most other gyms with combat sports would charge. The gym is also decent with COVID protocols (asking people to wear masks, everyone cleans the space after class, open doors), but it's still an indoor workout space with high-intensity activity, so you should still get your COVID vaccine if you haven't already.

This place is legit!!! They have great classes and Andrian is a great trainer to work with one on…read moreone. I am a type one diabetic and working out here has helped me get in great shape, my doctor was impressed with my blood results and my wife was impressed with my improved body and confidence. After working with Andrian for a few years, I decided to box in a charity boxing match not once but twice. It was a great experience and I would not have been able to do it without Andrian's help. I can't say enough good things about this place!

Super fun and high energy. Instructors are very helpful. Great way to get in shape.read more

The worst experience I have ever had at any business period. The blonde woman and a man named Bobby…read moreare so full of themselves it's a joke. The "kickboxing" they claim to teach is the farthest thing from kickboxing out there. They just shoved their brutally expensive monthly membership down my throat before I even finished my starter pack, actually before I even took my first actual class. Don't represent knowledge of kick boxing when your roundhouse kick cant even make it half way up the bag and your hook punch looks like you're giving 3 of your bros a hug. The only reason this review is one star is because I can't go lower.

I was a frequent "boxer" at the 9rounds Northbrook pre-pandemic. I recently found myself with a lot…read moreof time to kill each week while my kids play tennis at North Shore Racquet Club and discovered there was another 9rounds location just a few miles away. I tried it out one day and remember why I like this workout so much: 1) It's Challenging: 9 challenging stations that change daily with an exercise between each station 2) It's fast: 30 minute workout...done! 3) It's convenient: You don't have to book ahead or deal with waitlists (ahem lifetime fitness), but you just show up anytime during their open hours. I bought a 10 pack and plan to go once a week. I usually go when they first open on Saturday mornings so am one of the first to workout there. Thanks to the pandemic I don't love the idea of going to stations following sweaty people, but being first takes care of that. I've worked out with Luke during my few sessions and he's personable and gives you a great workout. It's a great workout and I"m sure I"ll fly thru this 10 pack! I do wish you could buy a membership to multiple locations since I find myself near the Northbrook location often too, but they have different owners so doesn't seem possible right now.

I've been looking to join a gym. My friend recommended this place. It's a kickboxing place with…read morecardio and weights integrated in the workout. There are 9 "rounds," or stations. Each station has a different workout ranging from jump rope for cardio, to dumbbells for weight training, and heavy/speed bags for punching and kicking. There's always one station called freestyle where you get to work one-on-one with an instructor. They'll teach you combos. There's a buzzer that goes off to start working out at the station; it lasts 3mins. When the 2mins is up, there's a 30sec cool down before moving to the next station. It's a complete workout. The instructors are energetic, positive, and encouraging. They're all also highly qualified. They've had years of experience ranging from Taekwondo to boxing to Muay Thai. This is definitely a must-try. First time is free! I went once and got hooked. They'll let you borrow all the gear you need. They'll also have you wear a monitor to make sure you're in the ideal heart rate range. Membership comes with free wraps and gloves. Try it for yourself.

They sign you up and never let go. Good luck getting out of your membership. Cannot recommend…read morethis place. Buyer beware

I came for the kickboxing but I stayed for the genuine hospitality and dedication to the craft…read more Louisa has the innate ability to provide a kick ass work out in a extremely clean well set up facility. Can't picture a week with out weekly bouts at 9Round.

If I can give more than 5 stars I will!! I've been with Ilkb…read moreOrland Park since 2019. I can't believe that It's been 4yrs I'm with these amazing coaches/instructors. Presently they have new great instructors Zoelle, Jeff B, Danielle, Luis, Cassie and New managers Eddy and Jill. They've been so helpful and encouraging!! They've been giving us different kinds of challenges every month. This month they helped me with my goal 'to be confident N believe in yourself !' I taught one round (complicated mixture of arms and legs techniques) in front of plenty of people around phew ! I'm so grateful for friendships I gained with this studio!! Love all of them! The community and instructors made me feel i belong there, no judgment!! Also the most important part of these reviews is how amazing the instructors, I'll start with Jill she gave a heads up to Alamo Ranch ilovekickboxing kickboxers branch at San Antonio Texas when we're attending a convention there. So another Ilkb branch that I gained another Ilkb family! Then recently we're in California attending to our daughter's wedding Jeff B (aka JB Ilkb) sent us online virtual classes so we can do it anytime anywhere

Great instructors and a thorough workout, and great members! I started to get my body in shape, and…read morewas surprised to enjoy the friendships I have made there!

My daughter absolutely loves attending her Muay Thai classes every week! The trainers and front…read moredesk staff are so helpful and my daughter feels very comfortable here. She takes pride in all she learns each week

Place is great love all trainers and great people Love it…read more Start coming about a month ago and will be joining this team for ever

I messaged to the gym and I got a call back from coach Jim for a same-day private lesson in Muay…read moreThai late at night because of my job driving into town. He was able to make it happen with Coach Ryan and I trained with Coach Ryan for over an hour and it was great. Thanks for the accommodation I will definitely be back if I'm ever back in town.

Everyone is very welcoming! The coaches are very supportive and always willing to answer any…read morequestions! My favorite part is the amount of class they have to fit anyone's schedules!