Extremely frustrated to the point I'd like to just move away, even though I already have! I went…read morehere due to a friend saying it's great, well it isn't for me. Extremely busy every time I go (sometimes 2, sometimes 6-7), when I started I went to the south main location and that was a mess, 6 squat racks isn't enough and if there's one open people race to it, same with free weights. Started going to the north location and its almost the same way, super busy plus less equipment than south. So on to the contract. For one why does a gym have a contract? I've never been to a gym with a contract, YMCA, anytime, strength shop ect. Why are you giving highschool/ college students contracts? So after not understanding the contract and still signing up (because I thought it would be a nice open gym and I'd stay), let me tell ya it's super hard to get out of it. Even after moving 25 miles away they still won't let me go! YOU HAVE TO MOVE 50 MILES AWAY, you could move all the way to Webster city and still have to come to Ames fitness. Completely stupid! It's so inconvenient for me now having moved away further from Ames and still being locked into this place. So thanks Brett Halverson for denying my request. I will try and let everyone I know not to come to Ames fitness. This gym is my worst nightmare. Do yourself a favor, go to strength shop, planet fitness or just something else.. All have no commitment.

No consistent desk staff and that's the point, key code entry only, kinda following in the…read morefootsteps of Anytime Fitness and other private 24 hour gyms. No shortage of equipment!

Dropped in while in town for business and was very glad I did! The staff was helpful and the…read moreathletes were very friendly. The gym was clean and well organized. I would return!

If you're a power lifter, this gym is great for you! I'm more casual about going to the gym, so…read morethis place ended up not working out for me. However, most of the staff and the owner are very friendly, and I enjoyed having Cayden as my trainer. The 24-hour access is a nice feature along with the chocolate milk. I did notice a lot of the gym-goers do not wipe down their equipment, which I'm guessing is why the employees put signs everywhere about it. So you might want to wipe down your seat before settling in for a superset. In summary, I had a good experience here, and if I had a friend who was a power lifter, I would refer them to this gym.

The sound bath experience with Katie Walker was next-level relaxing. If you're new to sound baths,…read moreimagine soothing pan drums, gentle guidance, and full-body vibrations that melt your stress away. I was so relaxed I actually fell asleep (in the best way possible). The group was small and intimate, the room was perfectly warm, and the whole vibe was incredibly calming. I loved that it was held in a hot yoga studio like Ignite--it made the experience feel even more cozy and immersive. Can't recommend this enough. I'll definitely be back!

I could not attend during the Covid pandemic for health reasons. When I asked for at least a…read morepartial extension of my pass, I was rudely brushed off. No compromises were accepted. I did not feel comfortable returning after this response. Yoga to me is about balance and acceptance.

Best gym in town. Great group classes that make working out fun again!! Discover your inner child…read moreand come experience adult recess

I've been doing yoga at BlueMoon for just over a year now. Each week is a new opportunity to…read morebreathe and flow. Yoga has brought me so many benefits I never knew it would. Meagan is such a helpful instructor, working with folks of all ages and levels. I also had a distance Reiki session with Meagan, and it was such an amazing experience! I must admit, I was a little worried the process wasn't working at first. Once I was able to focus my breathing, I could almost instantly start to feel the effects. I could feel her scanning my chackras and clearing, opening and unblocking them. If you're looking to detox your body and unlock wellness, Reiki is the answer!

My daughter started coming to the Y Camp when she was in single digits with Camp Hertko Hollow (for…read morekids with T1D)... A few years ago she started signing up for their LDP program. First VIP then LA and finally CIT. Now at 17 she is employed as a Leader. She's leading younger kids through their overnight, day, and family camp programs. Along with things coming full circle and helping the kids coming in for Camp Hertko Hollow. I'm pretty proud of her. As a parent I've worked with the staff here for over a decade watching my daughter grow up partly under their care... I've watched her build friendships that don't just last a summer... They get together at each other's homes during the school year too...and if that's not possible thanks to technology they still keep in touch one way or another. We live close enough she still comes home now and then after camp breaks on Saturday and returns before it resumes on Sunday. She came home last weekend for a day and brought two car loads of kids with her. I believe they participate in the IENA program... Kind of an exchange program with international and North American camp leaders. I only got to meet a few of them. Two of her friends were from Ireland and one was from the UK. That was different...and fun! All great kids! The facilities are modern and kept up to date with periodic remodels. It's sure not the tent camping I was used to with Scouts. Now don't get me wrong... It's not going to be all sunshine and rainbows. Things happen with kids... Kids get homesick and some minor accidents etc. come with the territory. The staff here always deals with it well and involves the parents when needed. As a parent it can be kind of hard to let go and start to give your child that freedom... But I trust the staff and I know she's always been in a good place here.

Stayed at the Y Camp for Pollinate Women's Wellness Weekend on Oct. 9-13 and it was lovely. Aside…read morefrom the outstanding programming of the Pollinate organizers, the facilities were amazing. The cabins were cozy and warm, almost all indoor spaces had a fireplace, the bathrooms were clean, the showers had hot water and the staff were friendly and helpful. Although the cold eliminated some water activities, there was still a ton to do. They offered archery, zip lining, guided hikes, climbing walls, horse back riding, sling shotting, arts and crafts, and a hammock farm! The meals were tasty and the dining hall was comfortable. The grounds felt safe and offered views of a creek and the Boone railway. There were plenty of spaces to just relax in nature and while the campgrounds are huge, most of the facilities are easily within a 5 minute walk of each other. I would love to return for family camp, or to send the kids for one of their many summer camp options. If you are looking for a place to host a family reunion, wedding, or event, I recommend checking them out. They have a space for almost any kind of event and their prices are very reasonable.

My wife and I recently completed the Mindful Meditation classes and were very pleased. This was a…read morefirst for both of us. Ruthann did an excellent job of explaining and demonstrating every aspect of the practices and included a little history with it. She made sure everyone was comfortable and relaxed. I would highly recommend her classes. Pete T.

Very disappointed! Came here to do some restorative yoga after spending 11+ hours in the car…read moretraveling from out of state. Another student and I pre-registered the day before. Teacher did not show up for class and left 4 students waiting... It's such a shame and I'm very disappointed.