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Northbrook, IL-Waukegan Road

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Inside The 9Round Workout

Discover how we deliver the most effective 30-minute workout in Northbrook, IL.

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Nine 3-minute rounds followed by 30-second active breaks for 30-minutes of nonstop HIIT full-body training to build strength, burn calories, and boost confidence.

There’s more than one way to get stronger—we use functional weight training and heavy bag resistance training to engage every muscle.

PULSE™, our wearable heart-rate technology, tracks your effort in real-time, staying in the right zone is all it takes to make every minute count.

Train like a champion without getting hit. Our high-energy workouts use the power of kickboxing fitness to make exercising fun, approachable, and efficient.

Meet Your 9Round Trainers

Louisa Furse

Louisa Furse

"Lucifer"

Franchise Owner

  • 9Round Certified Trainer
  • Kickboxology Certified
  • Certified Personal Trainer (CPT)
  • 9Round Trainer Rank - Level 1
9Round Trainer Since 2017

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Louisa first walked into 9Round in 2013 as a stressed-out 18-year-old with no prior kickboxing experience. What started as a way to relieve stress quickly turned into a powerful journey of transformation. Through 9Round, Louisa not only achieved her personal weight loss goals but also experienced the incredible mental health benefits that come with building strength, releasing stress, and belonging to a supportive community. In 2017, her passion for the workouts and the people led her to become a trainer. By 2018, she was promoted to Manager of 9Round Northbrook, deepening her connection to the members and gym community. When the opportunity arose to take ownership in October 2022, Louisa embraced it wholeheartedly - combining her love for kickboxing, her personal growth story, and her leadership skills. Today, as a long-time member, trainer, and now owner, Louisa brings her fun-loving energy, empathy, and first-hand experience to every workout. Whether you’re brand new to fitness or an experienced athlete, she’ll help you feel confident, strong, and part of a community that trains hard and supports one another every step of the way.
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Abby Kurz

Abby Kurz

"The Assassin"

Head Trainer

  • 9Round Certified Trainer
  • Kickboxology Certified
  • Certified Personal Trainer (CPT)
  • 9Round Trainer Rank - Level 1
9Round Trainer Since 2013

Available for Personal Training Sessions

Abby has been a personal trainer for over 15 years. She is motivated by helping others become more fit and feel better about themselves.
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Danielle Cinkues

Danielle Cinkues

"Diablo "

Trainer

  • 9Round Certified Trainer
  • Kickboxology Certified
  • Certified Personal Trainer (CPT)
  • 9Round Trainer Rank - Level 1
9Round Trainer Since 2019

Available for Personal Training Sessions

Danielle has been kickboxing at 9Round as a client since 2015 and has been a trainer since March 2019 . When not kickboxing, Danielle stays active by teaching dance and running. She enjoys helping clients to reach their fitness goals and come out of their comfort zone to try something new. Danielle pushes clients to be their best self, just as she strives to be the best trainer she can be.
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Marsha Ullrich

Marsha Ullrich

"Queen B"

Trainer

  • 9Round Certified Trainer
  • Kickboxology Certified
  • 9Round Trainer Rank - Level 1
9Round Trainer Since 2018

Available for Personal Training Sessions

Marsha began kickboxing at 9Round as a client in 2014. Marsha brings her years of experience and enthusiasm to help clients learn new things and push them to the absolute max. She loves seeing her clients perfect new moves and taking their skills and fitness to the next level. Her favorite part about being 9Round trainer is the one on one pad drills.
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Jay Silver

Jay Silver

"Jabber"

Trainer

  • 9Round Certified Trainer
9Round Trainer Since 2023
Favorite Part of Training My favorite part of training at 9Round is the 1:1 pad drills. I love helping members perfect their kicks—especially side, shin, & roundhouse kicks.
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Niki Pantellic

Niki Pantellic

"Big Man"

Trainer

  • 9Round Certified Trainer
9Round Trainer Since 2025
At just 16 years old, Niki brings an impressive background with 3 years of amateur boxing experience and 4 years of dedicated weightlifting. He knows firsthand what it takes to set fitness goals and achieve them, especially when it comes to weight loss and building strength. Don’t let his nickname fool you - Niki’s big personality is what really shines. Always smiling, vocal, and encouraging, he makes every workout feel welcoming and motivating. Whether you’re throwing your first punch or pushing through your last round, Niki’s energy will keep you going strong.
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9Round Studio

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Northbrook, IL-Waukegan Road

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At 9Round, we take your safety seriously. This location is equipped with secure, members-only door access, security cameras covering all areas of the studio, and a panic button to alert police and medics.
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Stay connected with our gym in Northbrook, IL, by downloading our fitness app from the App Store or Google Play. Log in using your membership details to easily track your workout performance, manage your membership, book additional services, and stay up to date on studio events. Plus, unlock expert fitness tips on nutrition, training, and performance with our extensive resource library—designed to enhance your fitness journey.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Members at 9Round Northbrook, IL-Waukegan Road can work out on their time with no scheduled class times at 9Round. However, for your first workout, we do require booking an appointment to ensure we deliver the best kickboxing experience.

Booking your first-time workout at our gym is easy! Just click here and fill in your information, pick your preferred date, and you’re all set to sweat!

For your first workout at 9Round Northbrook, IL-Waukegan Road, we recommend arriving 10-15 minutes before your appointment time to fill out a wavier and tour the studio before you start your workout. Please wear comfortable athletic clothes and tennis shoes.

We’ll provide you with the proper kickboxing equipment for your first workout, including gloves. A trainer will be guiding you through your entire 30-minute workout.

Yes! Our 9Round workouts are designed for all fitness levels, from beginners to pro athletes. Our gym here in Northbrook, IL, is perfect for those new to fitness! No experience needed.

We invite you to book a free first-time workout to experience our exercise program firsthand. Our friendly and supportive 9Round trainers will help you learn all the fun kickboxing techniques we use to help you with your fitness goals.

A typical 9Round workout can burn 300-600 calories in 30 minutes depending on your intensity, body composition, and fitness level.

Because our workouts combine high-intensity interval training (HIIT), kickboxing, strength training, and cardio, they are designed to maximize calorie burn while building strength.

We recommend working out at 9Round Northbrook, IL-Waukegan Road 3-5 days a week for the best results.

Many of our members find it easy to work out multiple times per week thanks to our efficient 30-minute workouts with no class times.

Yes. Kickboxing workouts combine high-intensity cardio, strength training, and core exercises that can help burn calories and build lean muscle.

Many members use 9Round workouts as part of a fitness routine designed to support healthy weight loss.

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