9Rounds Fitness Gym has remained open through the pandemic through outdoor and virtual offerings for Long Beach residents.
All of 9Rounds’ enhancements during the pandemic have been within government guidelines and regulations.
Everything is constantly sanitized. They only train a few people at a time, ensuring that the six foot minimum distancing is in order, and the workouts are only 30 minutes so clients are in and out.
Clarissa “Boxy Roxy” Bouer, the owner said, “I used to be a member at another 9Round Fitness. I loved it so much I opened up my own in December 2017. This year has been by far the most challenging. I have literally changed the business model four times in order to stay open during all the different government restrictions.”
For those who wish to remain at home, 9Round Fitness offers a virtual option.
“We launched an online version of our workout on On Demand. Our members can do the entire 9Round workout from their home for free any time of day,” said Bouer.
Trainer James Loo said, “9Round Fitness is a specialized fitness center for people who want a unique, fun and proven workout. 9Round offers a kickboxing themed fitness program that incorporates a functional, interval, cardiovascular, and circuit training regimens.”
Currently, 9Round Fitness Long Beach is running a holiday promotion. Anyone who becomes a member this month gets the rest of the month for free, and can take their first class for free.
On December 7, Mayor Robert Garcia announced a $5 million fund for personal care services and gyms.
“About time, that will certainly help me recuperate some of the cost from all these enhancements and the revenue we lost from canceled memberships,” said Bouer.
Bouer urges people to workout during this time.
“I got into this business because exercise prolongs life. Heart disease is the number one killer of women and exercise helps that. Exercise helps all our organs and builds up our immunity, which is why I invested so much to keep this place open during this pandemic,” said Bouer.