Overview
Power Life Yoga Barre Fitness in Johnston, Iowa, offers a wide variety of yoga, barre, and fitness classes for all levels. Located at 8839 Northpark Ct, the studio is open seven days a week with extended hours on weekdays. The studio is wheelchair-accessible and accepts credit and debit cards. Founded by Kirk, who discovered yoga in 2005, the studio emphasizes playful, challenging, and safe classes that build strength, flexibility, and mental clarity. Instructors like Christen Bakken bring devotion and joy to their teaching, fostering personal transformation and community. Members appreciate the welcoming atmosphere, skilled instructors, and diverse class options, though some have noted that music volume in certain classes can be excessively loud. With a 4.7 rating from 50 reviews, Power Life is a well-regarded fitness destination in the Des Moines area.
Yoga Format
Yoga Styles
Studio Business Hours
| Day | Status | Time |
|---|---|---|
| Monday | Open | 5:30 am – 9:00 pm |
| Tuesday | Open | 5:30 am – 9:00 pm |
| Wednesday | Open | 5:30 am – 9:00 pm |
| Thursday | Open | 5:30 am – 9:00 pm |
| Friday | Open | 5:30 am – 7:00 pm |
| Saturday | Open | 7:00 am – 5:00 pm |
| Sunday | Open | 8:00 am – 7:45 pm |
Studio in Details
About Power Life Yoga Barre Fitness – Johnston
Power Life Yoga Barre Fitness in Johnston, Iowa, is part of a regional network of studios serving Des Moines, Kansas City, Omaha, and Tulsa. The studio offers a diverse range of classes including Power Yoga, Hot Flow + Weights, Hot Yoga, Restorative Yoga, Meditation, Power Sculpt, Power Barre, and F.I.T. Classes cater to various levels, from introductory Power Yoga 1 to more advanced Power Yoga 2. The studio also partners with TrueMed to offer savings on memberships.
The Johnston location is situated at 8839 Northpark Ct, Johnston, IA 50131. It is open seven days a week: Monday through Thursday from 5:30 am to 9 pm, Friday from 5:30 am to 7 pm, Saturday from 7 am to 5 pm, and Sunday from 8 am to 7:45 pm. The studio is wheelchair-accessible with a designated car park, entrance, and toilet. It accepts credit and debit cards and provides on-site services.
Instructors and Philosophy
The studio was founded by Kirk, who discovered yoga in 2005 after working 80-hour weeks. He was drawn to the physical challenge but soon embraced the spiritual and philosophical aspects. Kirk designs classes that are playful, inviting, challenging, and safe, focusing on building strength, flexibility, and mental clarity. He has been teaching since 2008 and leading teacher trainings since 2012. Kirk is known for coaching and developing others, and he enjoys traveling, snowboarding, and time with his family.
Christen Bakken began her yoga journey in 1998 and started teaching in 2006. Her classes incorporate devotion, laughter, song, sweat, and heart openers. She finds joy in training yoga teachers and has led programs in Denver, the Midwest, Florida, and abroad. Christen is an adventure seeker who loves biking, snowboarding, and spending time with her husband and dogs. Both instructors emphasize community and personal transformation.
Member Experience and Feedback
Members consistently praise the studio for its welcoming atmosphere, skilled instructors, and variety of classes. Many have been attending for years, citing the positive impact on their physical and mental well-being. The staff is described as warm, encouraging, and attentive to individual needs. However, some members have noted that music volume in certain classes (sculpt, fit, barre) can be excessively loud, with instructor microphones causing distortion. This has raised concerns about hearing safety, with some members wearing earplugs. Despite this, the overall rating remains high at 4.7 out of 5 from 50 reviews, reflecting strong satisfaction with the studio’s offerings and community.