iLoveKickboxing.com - Aurora

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Lea May Rivera

It has been a month since I have joined ILKB Aurora and I absolutely love it. It was told to me that kickboxing is the fastest way to loose those extra pounds. So at first, I signed up with the web promo to try it out (consisting of 5 classes and free boxing gloves), then after my first day I loved every moment of it- so I took the plunge to become an official ILKB member. I met my first instructor, Taylor, and she is absolutely such an energized spirited person that really inspired me to commit in putting my body to work. She said that when I come to the studio, consider this your "ME" time, and that in putting myself first in my health, it will pay off immensely. I was always at a low point in my life and there was a lot of things that I couldnt control, which made me prone to depression-as I am on the heavier side. However, I decided that change needed to happen and working out was something I can control. She said that I should commit to at least coming to the studio 3x a week, but I love it so much, I would go 5 times and sometimes, I would have the extra strength to take two classes in one day. No pain no gain! Everyday the instructors give you variations of intense warm ups/ conditioning (running, lunges, high knees, push ups, burpees, sit ups) for 15 minutes, deep stretches, and sequences of movements sectioned in 6 rounds to punch or kick that bag until you get drenched in sweat... literally you are dripping! You also have partner interaction to experience fighting stances with the learned punches with proper technique. The instructors would demo the punches and kicks real fast to give you an idea what to work up to and then, they break it down for you to practice. The atmosphere is very positive with high energized music. It is a place where you can grow and are encouraged to get better, learn, get stronger, healthier, and feel confident that every little work that you put in means something. The instructors are amazing. They WANT YOU to succeed and they keep you accountable, encouraging members by calling in or even surprising them with small tokens of gifts and cards. Just when you think you cant do anymore strength training movements, they encourage you to do another 3 push ups or 3 burpees. I was worried that I couldnt handle burpees because of my knees, but I am so surprised that I can tolerate them and hold up my body in form. The facility and the boxing ring is clean. Lockers are good. The equipment is well taken care of, which is great for a place that holds many sweaty bodies. As far as my results go, I am still transforming. Ive gotten comments that my posture is different. I am not out of breath and there is something different to how I move. Ive slimmed down some inches that I can fit into some old jeans and shorts. I really want to carve out some nice abs and arms! I cant wait to see my progress later. What I love most about my decision to have joined is the fact that I have become a more positive person which is bringing out confidence in me. I am able to tackle on crazy days and be more productive in the tasks given to me. I am able to think clearer and to embrace the day better after punching the heck outta that bag!!! I highly recommend you to be a part of this great studio and become a member. They have different classes you can take to adjust to your schedule. I have worked out in the wee early mornings (5:45 and 6 am classes) and the nights. If you are looking for a challenging workout that will get you results by the work you put into, check out this place, see and let your body experience it all for yourself! You never know until you try and make a change happen in your life!!!!

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Nadia Bhatti

I was 100 lbs overweight and did a lot to lose that weight, I have been stuck in a plateau for the past 2 years now and need to lose an extra bit of weight. I knew I had to do something different. I saw a deal to get a few kickboxing classes and at the time I was pumped and it sounded very bad ass so i purchased it, then i somehow skipped over going in for about 2 months from the date it opened. I was intimidated to start but somehow built up some courage and went in. I was greeted by very friendly faces. The thing that amazed me was that the people working there, the trainers and desk staff, were not the only ones who greeted me with such warmth, it was the fellow students that made me feel at home on my first day there. I was standing alone on the mats and students approached me and talked to me. They told me what to expect on my first day but also told me that it would keep me coming back for more. I sat down and talked about my goals with one of the instructors, Mariah, who is awesome! She walked me through everything that I needed to know that first day. I know even now when I do something fun and amazing she is proud! Its hard to pick just one good thing about this place, so ill pick 3. Firstly, Friendly environment, this makes me come back even when Im having a bad day, I want to see my ILKB family, which consists of everyone in the building at that time! It is the best workout one can have, hands down. The first day, I could barely get through the warm up and as the days go on, I can feel myself getting stronger and completing better reps of every exercise, every front kick, jab, cross, roundhouse, etc. Lastly, the support from the instructors and even classmates is priceless. When I could not complete my warmup on my first day of class, an instructor sat with me and told me it was going to get better and I will feel myself getting stronger. After completing my 5 day trial membership, I had no doubt I was ready to join. I have been attending classes for a little over a month now and I feel stronger than I ever have, My body is changing and that motivates me to continue coming back. I love Aurora Ilovekickboxing <3

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Michellejulia Ganz

Today was my first class at Auroras I love kickboxing! I absolutely loved every brutal minute of it! Hurts so good! Haha the instructors are wicked friendly, personable, energetic and very talented! You start with warming up then stretch it out for the fun stuff, beating the crap out of that bag! Followed by some partner stuff at the end then one final stretch and before you know it, your hour is up! I left sweaty, tired, but totally worked out! I signed up for the 12 month program! The price when u break it down is very fair, lets think about it, its about 127 a month for unlimited classes and working with staff who talk to u about nutrition and helping you meet your goals and pushing into ur furthest! As opposed to going to lets say Xsport, getting your gym membership then signing up for a trainer u see when u can and lets face it, ur really drawing the dice when it comes to getting a good trainer, and with all that I was spending well over 300 a month! Thats just crazy! Im very pleased with investing in my health and taking a super fun kickboxing class! I made a great choice! Very highly recommended! :-)

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