My favorite workout in town, by far. Since moving to Des Moines earlier this year, I've tried…read moreclasses at a number of studios around town, and even joined one very bougie athletic club for a hot minute. As a disclaimer, I was a big fan of barre workouts before ever coming to this studio. That being said, this barre studio is def one of my top faves. What I like: - Staff is always super welcoming, friendly, and attentive. Very supportive to first timers and veterans alike. - Incredible workout (barre is by far my favorite way to workout). - Various class formats and class lengths to choose from. I also appreciate that they offer multiple classes at different times each day. - Uncrowded classes. Always plenty of space to stretch out, even during busy classes.

Today was 500+ for Pure Barre WDM. I've belonged to 3 different studios and racked up 2000 plus…read moreclasses. My ride-or-die daughter/best friend has taught most of them. Thanks for continuing to push me! I love PBWDM!!!!

Reasons to enjoy the fabulous classes at Power Life…read more 1. All teachers of course have different vibes. The instructors are top notch. cueing is clear, tight, intelligent, and detailed. 3. They have a kind, dedicated customer service staff, who are promptly responsive. 4. The space is clean and offers showers and towel rentals. 5. The schedule offers all day classes with lots of variety.

First time at location & first time ever taking a barre class. aaron was my instructor & he was…read morephenomenal. His spirit was just what i needed. His class was challenging but in the best way possible. I look forward to coming back. Like other locations they will rent out a mat+towel if you dont have one. It's best to bring your own. The bathrooms have clean showers. There have areas to store your belongings during class.

This is a great studio and location. Lindsay lead a thoughtful class. Great for all levels. I'm…read morelooking forward to coming back when I'm in town again.

Great spot for yoga. I needed a yoga studio because I am going into the Navy Officer program to…read morebecome a pilot and want to avoid injuries when I'm there. Lyndsay is a really great teacher. There are no memberships and it is donation based. They also teach positive thinking and how to manifest a future you want to live in. I will be going there as much as possible before I leave in September.

I love PowerLife! The energy is so positive and you will 100% feel like you got a quality practice…read morein on your mat. Some of my favorite classes include Power Sculpt and Power 2.

Love all Power Life locations but this one is dear to my heart because it was the first one I…read moreattended back when it first opened. They have a membership for everyone and also offer free classes and more. I get the best whole body workout while I practice mindfulness with the help of many brilliant instructors. Strongly recommend.

Katie is the best Zumba instructor in town! I never feel like I'm working out, because it's so much…read morefun, but I've lost 50 pounds working out at Uplift. Very class is unique and keeps you interested. I'm always us my new muscles.

From the owner: At Uplift Fitness Studio we are passionate about empowering people in our community to be strong…read moreand making a difference in their lives. We strive to create an environment that allows our members to obtain their fitness goals, get the most out of their membership, and enjoy their experience in comfort and safety. Uplift Fitness Studio has a mission to help motivate, educate, and support everyone with a positive attitude.

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 have visited many Y's and this is one of the best. There is plenty of equipment to use and I…read morehave never had to wait. The staff is always friendly and the site is clean.

Recently did the swimming class for 2 year olds and I must say it was fantastic…read more. Each week there was a different teacher, so each week was different. Nilsson my son really loved getting in the pool and learning a few things! They did songs, and taught them some safety things, and did some swimming and jumping in the pool all by themselves! He liked the jumping into the pool best I think! Parents are in the pool with the kids and its a really fun half hour class that always ends with some free swimming! Locker rooms are super nice by the pool and they have swimsuit dryers which I had never seen before! This cost is extra, but you can take these classes even without a membership! Good stuff!