Fitness World Clubs

Experiencia fantástica: Fitness World in Ankeny is hands down the best Ankeny gym I have ever been to. The facilities are clean, welcoming, and packed with everything you need, whether you are just starting your fitness journey or looking to take it to the next level. The staff is always friendly, and the atmosphere makes it easy to stay motivated. A special shoutout to Rachel, the personal trainer. She takes the time to understand your goals, designs effective workouts, and keeps you accountable while making fitness fun. Her expertise and encouragement make a huge difference, and I have seen results faster than I expected. If you are searching for a supportive fitness club in Ankeny that combines a great community vibe with professional training, Fitness World is the place. Highly recommend joining and you will not regret it.

Experiencia fantástica: Best gym in Ankeny! Always clean, equipment breakdowns are fixed promptly, I LOVE the steam room, and being able to drop the kids off in the Kid's Gym for some supervised fun while getting a workout in is something I don't think I could do without now that I've had it.

Experiencia negativa: Better gyms than this

Experiencia fantástica: I’ve been going here for over a year now. The facility and the equipment are great. The staff are welcoming and do an excellent job of keeping the gym clean and organized. Tyler Schmidt has been my personal trainer and I HIGHLY recommend him. Tyler makes our training sessions an excellent work out and he keeps them fun. His training knowledge is informative and helpful for understanding how to do the exercise/lift and why it benefits you. Really appreciate the hard work he puts in designing my fitness regimen!

Experiencia negativa: The amenities are nice, the sauna is very enjoyable and front desk staff very pleasant and helpful. Very disappointed by some of the interactions with other members and a staff member named Denise.

Experiencia fantástica: I can't recommend John enough! As someone who was looking for help with my posture, chronic back pain, and specialized guidance during pregnancy, I was blown away by how much he went above and beyond. Not only did he tailor my workouts to fit my needs, but he also extended knowledge on myofascial release techniques that helped ease my discomfort. I felt completely supported throughout my entire journey, and John was always so attentive, caring, and informed. It’s rare to find a trainer who is so committed to understanding the unique needs of clients, especially during pregnancy. I’m so grateful for the expertise and personalized care—truly a 5-star experience!

Experiencia fantástica: I can’t comment much on the actual gym but I can say (as many of the other reviews have also stated) that seeing John Orscheln / or as many call him, John O. as a personal trainer has been life changing. John takes the time to help you understand how using the fundamentals along with the correct muscles and proper form throughout your workout makes a world of difference. He has helped relieve my aches and pains from educating me on how to address the actual issue which has removed the need for chiropractic or massage therapy for quick fixes. Personal training is an investment but with John it is an investment on a better you; not just someone writing down steps for you to do in a workout. This experience is tailored to you and I would recommend John to anyone from my grandmother to my best friend.

Experiencia fantástica: I began working with John O. because I needed some support with form and consistency. From the very first session he was extremely knowledgeable and incredibly supportive and motivating. What stands out the most is how he takes the time to explain proper form and technique. I highly recommend John O. to anyone looking for a personal trainer who is not only skilled but also genuinely cares about your progress.

Experiencia fantástica: This is a great gym - friendly staff, clean, lots of equipment and classes. We have worked with John O for several years - he is awesome!! He is very knowledgeable, motivating, and creates training to best meet individual needs. We highly recommend him!!

Experiencia fantástica: Worked with John O for over 3 years. As a 72 year old with severe arthritis and very limited mobility I appreciate his expertise in designing a program specifically for me. His thoughtfulness and listening throughout our time together was a blessing. The facility and staff made it a pleasure to go to the gym. Thanks John.

Experiencia fantástica: John O is such a great trainer! He goes above and beyond, always find new workout routines and is very kind.

Experiencia fantástica: Fitness World is an amazing gym. The staff is knowledgeable and friendly. I would absolutely recommend using John, as a personal trainer. He is an absolute professional, he will challenge you and have you doing things that I would never do on my own. Plus, he is a really nice guy! Give him a try you won’t be disappointed.

Experiencia fantástica: I did personal training with John, and it was the best experience!! He taught me so many incredible keys to form which has helped me receive the biggest benefit of each exercise while keeping my body healthy and safe!!! Highly recommend working with John!!

Experiencia fantástica: Great gym with fantastic staff! I had John O. as a trainer and I can genuinely say he taught me many things that benefit me not only in the gym, but in my day to day life/ health goals. I highly recommend Fitness World and John as a personal trainer!

Experiencia fantástica: My husband and I have been working with John O. for 7 months, and we've seen excellent results. John is kind and professional, and he creates custom workouts that push us to our limits. He also teaches us about muscle activation through myofascial massage and foam rolling, which has been a game changer. We've become stronger and more mobile, and John has made us feel confident and comfortable at the gym. His positive attitude and encouragement have truly transformed our fitness experience. If you're looking for a knowledgeable and supportive personal trainer, John O. is a great choice.

Experiencia fantástica: I have been a member of Ankeny Fitness World for over two years and I have found the facilities to be extremely clean and the equipment well maintained. I have found the staff to be exceptional in their care of patrons and their friendliness is remarkable. Of note is the trainer, John Orscheln. I retired from the US Army after thirty-two years of service this Nation. During my service, I have been victim of life-threatening injury, long hours of physical activity, and unnatural situations that damage the body muscle and body structure. Through John’s knowledge, abilities and care, my quality of life has improved. Mike

Experiencia fantástica: Fitness World is always welcoming and accommodating. As a personal trainer, John O is extremely knowledgeable with a depth of perception able to teach, correct and give sustainability for strength and mobility. He is conscientious and committed to individual needs. So helpful in multiple ways.

Experiencia fantástica: John O is a great personal trainer.

Experiencia fantástica: John was a fantastic trainer and helped me get prepared for my upcoming season for DI softball. I can’t thank him enough for the time and dedication he put in, in getting me prepared over the summer! I would absolutely recommend him to anyone and everyone I know no matter what their fitness goals are!

Experiencia fantástica: I absolutely loved my time at fitness world working with John for personal training! He helped me get into the shape I wanted for my wedding and is probably the most knowledgeable person I have ever worked with in regards to how different muscles affect my mobility. John always goes the extra mile to reach out and check on progress. He is invested in his clients as Individuals and creates a safe, comfortable, and motivational space during every workout. If you’re looking for someone to help you along your fitness journey, John is the trainer for you!

Experiencia fantástica: This was my gym when I lived in Ankeny before I moved. John was my trainer and he was great to work with! I was at a beginner level and he felt me with gaining more flexibility and made it enjoyable!

Experiencia fantástica: Was a member of Legacy for a long time & have nothing bad to say, except my hubby wanted a gym with more variety of equipment. We tried Aspen & checked out Anytime Fitness, but found them both lacking. Fitness World was reasonably priced ($110) a mo. for our family & has a plethora of room, great up to date equipment as well as many perks like the steam & sauna rooms in both men's & women's locker rooms. They offer a lot of extras like health testing, massage, classes & daycare. It's rarely a day I can't get access to the equipment I need for my workout. There are 2 floors full of equipment. They also have 24/hr. passes.

Experiencia fantástica: The staff was super Professional. The environment was very well kept. Will definitely be back. Personal trainer is definitely recommended if your new to the scene.

Experiencia fantástica: I’ve been a member at Fitness World Ankeny for about 2 years. I love this place. Two levels with plenty of equipment for whatever type of workout you’re looking for! Nice locker rooms with Showers, Sauna and Steam room. Even when it’s busy I can find equipment. There is always available parking. My favorite thing though is the staff!! Always a friendly greeting, advice or a trainer available to help with whatever questions I have or just friendly conversation. Too many names to mention but they’re all amazing people!

Experiencia fantástica: This is a great gym! The staff is friendly, the equipment is well-maintained, and the environment is welcoming. I like how I can access the gym late night with a fob when the job or life gets hectic, but I want to get a workout in. One of my favorite services offered is the training sessions. My trainer Tyler not only teaches me new exercises and shows little adjustments to maximize the effectiveness, but he gives insight into diet, fitness, and life habits that will help me along my journey. I appreciate how the staff is invested into my comprehensive health.

Experiencia fantástica: Amazing clean gym with the best variety of machines and everything a gym should have

Experiencia fantástica: My favorite gym in area friendly staff

Experiencia fantástica: Highly recommend checking this gym out! It definitely has more equipment then any other gym in the polk county area. I have been to every big gym in polk county and in comparison, Fitness World destroys the competition. If you're looking for a gym with 24/7 access, free group training classes with over 50 group classes 7 days a week to pick from, steam room and sauna access, very beautiful locker rooms, and a great community of supportive and helpful staff aswell as members. Fitness World Clubs is your go to. There are some negative reviews on here that are false or heavily exaggerated.. Go see for yourself!

Experiencia fantástica: I was in town for 3 weeks and used this gym. It is clean and well maintained. Everyone is very friendly and helpful. I would definitely use this gym again if I was staying in the area.

Experiencia fantástica: Clean and friendly staff

Experiencia fantástica: Jake is outstanding….

Experiencia positiva: great place to get your pump on

Experiencia positiva: Best gluten free fries!

Experiencia fantástica: Beautiful gym. All the stuff you could possibly want from your gym. Highly recommended.

Experiencia negativa: Good gym but doesn't ever get cleaned. Dirtiest gym I've ever seen!

Experiencia fantástica: Fitness World has been a blessing. I’ve been a member for almost 2 years and have seen great results. This past year I was introduced to Nikki (FW nutritionist) and she changed my life! She helped me drop 25lbs and I’ve kept it off for 6 months. She educated me on healthy eating. As a former coach of 25 years +, I thought I knew a lot, Nikki showed me that I had a lot to learn! Thanks FW and thanks Nikki!

Experiencia negativa: ***HONEST REVIEW*** Been working out for 13 years.. definitely the dirtiest gym I’ve ever been too. There is ZERO time put into cleaning this gym. It’s disgusting. the staff does a terrible job making an attempt to clean this gym… it’s awful. A lot Of the equipment is worn out or broken with loose bolts.. most of the weights are mismatched. Not sure who the owner of this gym is but they need to actually listen to customers and take care of the gym, it’s bad enough that they still charged the same Amount when they had more equipment and a pool…. Steam room always has MOLD in it and the showers Have never seen a. Bleach or proper care.. honestly stay away from this place it’s toxic! Go anywhere but here.

Experiencia negativa: I'm not very impressed with this fitness center. TBH it's pretty incredible that they have 4.5 stars on average SMH things i don't like: 1. they absolutely never give refunds to credit cards. only give gift cards.. Even when it is their mistake for accidentally overcharging the member. -----I cancelled my +1 membership for my wife since she didn't ever go.. but they didn't process the membership cancelation. I let it go for 8 months before I realized that I was being over-charged.. When talked to the service staff, they could only give me a membership credit to cover the overcharging which meant that I was forced to continue being a member even when I completed my 12 month commitment because of the fee. In my case they definitely should have refunded my credit card.. 2. they only allow a maximum of 3 months of membership pause. -----I don't use the gym during the warm months so i am forced to waste approximately 4 months of membership never going in. 3. the knowledgeable service staff are often absent. ---I would have taken care of my over-charging issue earlier, but i was never really available to go in between the hours of 9-4 when i think the staff were usually there. 4. it's not the cleanest or most organized gym. ----I always feel dirty when i get home Yes I might be sweaty, but beyond that just like i've been touching a lot of gross stuff. I wouldn't dream of using their showers... my hands feel grimy from touching the equipment. 5. they don't have very much group fitness classes on their schedule.. they get one extra star for having a sauna and steam room at a pretty good price. though the men's sauna seems pretty old. Anyways I switched to anytime fitness - even though it's about $100 extra per year, I will actually save money because they will let me pause my membership for the entire cycling season.. rather than 3 months maximum.. I don't feel bad about the switch even though i lose access to a sauna. :(

Experiencia positiva: I only gave it three stars cuz of the cleanliness. I feel like the only cleaning that occurs there is by the patrons wiping down machines after use. Pretty easy to do a wipe down but for some reason the staff just won’t. Like come on, not even once a week? Things are caked in dust. Towels are a hit or miss on availability and if you wanna go late at night it’s a high probably there won’t be toilet paper in the bathroom. Other than that I really like the facility.

Experiencia negativa: Terrible staff... I saw good reviews and walked inside to the front desk. The clerk was just kinda standing there and after a good 10 seconds of awkward silence, he asked me if I needed help. I said, "yeah, I saw this place online and came to check it out." To that, he responded, "Oh sorry, we don't have a salesperson in right now, but you can fill out this form. When he gets in he'll call you." To that, I silently walked away. Are you serious? If a person is at the front counter they need to be ready to engage with a potential customer and not be dismissive. At least be friendly...

Experiencia fantástica: I really like it here. All the machines are new and in good working order. Everything is clean. It is never too crowded, so it's definitely worth the cost. Steam room and sauna are a big plus. Unfortunately, there is no pool, which I would have liked. But, it's a great gym and I will continue to work out here.

Experiencia positiva: They have a good amount of equipment and I find the layout to be pretty efficient and clean. I do wish the membership prices were more of a grandfather’d in situation like most gyms, prices going up regularly will likely be the reason I cancel my membership eventually. Other than that I do feel like they have a good variety of things and the staff seems relatively friendly.

Experiencia fantástica: Step one, arrive. Step two, take more steps. Repeat daily. Great atmosphere, plenty of options for working out, training, etc. Two floors with the second floor being primarily dedicated to cardio with mills, bikes, cycling classes, and additional weight machines/free weights.

Experiencia fantástica: Great clean facility with nice equipment and plenty of space to get your work out in. I have never had a problem getting to the use the equipment I was wanting to use.

Experiencia fantástica: Something for all levels of fitness. Childcare definitely helps busy parents too! Available 24 hour access is great for busy schedules. John is a fantastic trainer, very knowledgeable and will modify workouts as your fitness level improves.

Experiencia fantástica: Well maintained equipment and helpful staff. This gym is for people who are serious about working out, unlike other gyms in town where people sit on equipment and play on their phones. Bathrooms could use stronger hand dryers or switch to paper towels. Still 5 stars overall. Update December 21, 2022: Great job on the new first floor layout. It feels much less cramped with more open walkway space

Experiencia fantástica: Great gym! Nice staff, good equipment, overall clean areas. It is a little pricy (around $65/month for a basic membership), but probably worth it if you’re going to get the most out of it.

Experiencia fantástica: Best place to workout in the greater Des Moines area!

Experiencia fantástica: Great place for silversneakers. Just scan your card and do cardio or strength training. Plenty of equipment to loss 10-15 years of age!

Experiencia fantástica: Personal training with John Orscheln is one of the most beneficial health investment I’ve made. When I first started working with him I was a little dubious since my prior experience with a personal trainer (several years ago at a different fitness facility) was not very helpful at all. Because of that but knowing that I needed some help improving the effectiveness of my workouts, I decided to commit to three months of training with him with a primary goal of learning as much as I could in that time and then continuing on my own. During my initial sessions, John spent time assessing my areas of need and then tailored my workouts to address those specific needs. His persistence on perfecting my form helped create improvements very quickly. In those first few months, my workouts helped me gain strength, corrected imbalances, and reduced aches and pains which improved my sleep quality. Due to the benefits and improvements that I experienced during my personal training sessions with John, I strongly recommend visiting with him to discuss your fitness goals.

Experiencia fantástica: I did personal training with John for about 6 months and I was so happy with my progress! I had worn a brace on my foot for tendonitis for a few years every time I ran, but after about a month in personal training I was able to go without the brace completely. John showed me exercises to strengthen where I was weak in my foot, knees, and hips that my doctor and chiropractor had not shown me. In addition to this, John personalized my workouts to help me with form and I found huge improvements! We also worked a lot on my core strength through compound movements. I had been working out for years but I improved in strength in posture the most while I worked in personal training. I never felt judged when I struggled at something, and John did a really good job at breaking the exercises down so that I could understand the form and get the work out done. I have and will continue to recommend personal training to my friends!

Experiencia fantástica: Such an amazing amount of equipment! There are so many options that I never have to wait for equipment and even on the days that I am sore I can use their sauna. It is great!

Experiencia fantástica: Love this place everyone is helpful and professional, the amount of activities to do is endless and they accommodate every lifestyle. This gym is purely about becoming a better you and they have more than enough tools for you to succeed!

Experiencia fantástica: Super nice facility..

Experiencia fantástica: Clean and friendly

Experiencia negativa: Very poor quality. Dirtiest steam room I’ve ever been in. Also way too overpriced. Dirty locker room with tile floors and bathrooms too. You can get way more out of another gym for less of a price.

Experiencia positiva: A great gym, if you're bodybuilding, powerlifting, or just coming in for a quick cardio sweat, Fitness World 24 has what you need. I came here on a short visit and got a day pass. The gym has two floors; most of the weights that I enjoyed using is on the first floor, while the second floor has more of the cardio type equipment, although there is an area where there is a cross-trainer and some light weights. They have several squat/deadlift platforms, so you know this gym is legit. Plenty of free weights, a few bench presses, and weight machines as well. I love the color theme here. It's probably not a big deal to most people, but it reminds me of the Marvel Ironman-red color, and I'm a fan. Locker rooms is located on the first floor, near the check-in, and everything appears clean and fresh. On the weight area, there are a couple of private bathrooms near the weight machines, so lift some weights, pop a squat, as needed, and then do some squats with no worry of anything popping out.

Experiencia fantástica: A lot of equipment so you never have to wait. Steam room, sauna and showers. It's a great place try it you'll like it.

Experiencia fantástica: Great workout with a great trainer. Gets me going.

Experiencia fantástica: Great gym with lots of equipment, always a rack/platform available. Kinda pricey, but you get what you pay for.

Experiencia fantástica: Great place to workout! Top notch facility!

Experiencia fantástica: Great place with great employees!

Experiencia fantástica: Great gym...lil gym for kids too

Experiencia fantástica: Great gym,friendly people. Clean,steam room,24/7 fab key available which is great deal. Had a chance to change but this one is good enough. The only thing that might be updated is locker room to utilize all of the lockers.

Experiencia fantástica: I appreciate the cleanliness of the gym! They are definitely tops in all areas! Best group classes offered for all levels of fitness! Thanks FW for all you do to make our workouts fun and effective!

Experiencia fantástica: Thank you guys! Thank you Jake!! Solid ethical business and I am so pleased to say that.

Experiencia positiva: Clean and lots of machines.

Experiencia positiva: Nice gym

Experiencia positiva: Keeps changing. Can't swim and track is gone. Plus 24hr is not going to be there anymore.

Experiencia fantástica: Great gym. Ample amount of equipment, in both cardio and free weight sections. More than 2 squat racks, which is the unfortunate standard nowadays, (5 I believe). As well as clean and up to date lifting equipment, plenty of dumbbells, and deadlift plates and stands. Everything you need for heavy lifting to straight cardio work. Almost forgot to mention there are 2 locations, the other has a pool. I have never been but I assume it’s ran the same. Last but not least, excellent staff all around! If I still lived in the area I would be going here.

Experiencia fantástica: Great gym and great trainers!

Experiencia fantástica: It's a great little gym in the process of getting a 10,000sf upgrade! Place is always clean.

Experiencia fantástica: Best gym in Ankeny!

Experiencia fantástica: Love it!

Experiencia positiva: The parking lot is terrible. It should be directional and have angled parking stalls. I hope next time they need the lines repainted they paint them diagonal and make every one's life easier.

Experiencia positiva: It is a nice gym, clean, & they offer some gym classes which is nice for those that like that. When I signed up though I was told a "sign up" price, and ended up paying more initially to sign up then I was told by the manager..it was kind of disappointing because I felt like I was taken advantage of at the time. I was also double charged one time twice in the same month, which they fixed very willingly--and I was thankful for that! I did continue with a fitness world membership for 1 year, but overall I felt like I was paying too much (had paid to much to just join the gym) for what I was getting.

Experiencia negativa: I was really interested in getting a membership and they refused to go over pricing over the phone. My husband and I work opposite schedules and we have a 10 month old baby. I don't have time to physically come into every gym I am interested in. I just wanted a general idea of the price range for a membership, so I could make a decision if it was in my budget. No need to waste everyone's time by coming on if it isn't in my price range. This gym was at the top of my list, but I don't have time for games.

Experiencia fantástica: Great gym. Ample amount of equipment, in both cardio and free weight sections. More than 2 squat racks, which is the unfortunate standard nowadays, (5 I believe). As well as clean and up to date lifting equipment, plenty of dumbbells, and deadlift plates and stands. Everything you need for heavy lifting to straight cardio work. Almost forgot to mention there are 2 locations, the other has a pool. I have never been but I assume it’s ran the same. Last but not least, excellent staff all around! If I still lived in the area I would be going here.

Experiencia fantástica: Nice new facility and fun classes

Experiencia fantástica: Best gym hands down

Experiencia fantástica: Love the convenience of 24 hours!!

Experiencia fantástica: Not a gym anymore but select kids theraphy is amazing

Experiencia fantástica: Beautiful place, well stocked, supportive staff

Experiencia positiva: They need more leg equipment and it could be a little warmer, but other than that it's really nice.

Experiencia positiva: Good equipment. 24 hours. Friendly staff. Steam and dry saunas. Good locker rooms. Little hectic at peak times and over priced for a membership. Way over priced.

Experiencia negativa: Showers look like they never get clean especially the wet sauna. The wet sauna has had mud on the floor for the last 3 weeks. I also never got my 2nd day of free personal training that they promised me. Price is a little pricey too, for what theyoffer. They NEVER have white tiny towels in the locker rooms when they are suppose too. I go to the gym at 6 am everyday and these are the problems I run into, on a daily basis. If I could break my contract, I would.

Experiencia fantástica: Been going to this gym 6 years. It has the most equipment and weights available in town.