Skip to main content

Experience Faith
Fitness and
Friendship

Sports and Fitness Ministry at Ankeny First
Builds Christian Community where all involved can experience
Faith, Fitness, and Friendship (F3).

Sports, recreation, and fitness activities create a unique way for individuals to unite and create a special community. We want to take that common bond created by athletics and use it as a platform to share the love of Christ with our friends, families, and the community.

Throughout the year, we offer a variety of activities for adults and children. Explore the listing of offerings below to find out how you can get involved in sports ministries and Ankeny First United Methodist Church.

FITNESS CALENDAR

For more information on this ministry, contact the This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it., 515.289.9153.

  • Seniors Exercising Together (S.E.T.)

    Seniors Exercising Together (S.E.T):
    Join our community of SET participants for a total-body workout! These classes are designed to increase flexibility, joint stability, balance, coordination, muscular strength and cardiovascular endurance. Our workouts combine aerobic, flexibility and strength training with plenty of fun and fellowship. You may register upon arrival or click HERE to print a registration form to bring with you. Cost is $20. Classes are Monday, Wednesday, and Friday at 9:00am or 10:00am. We share intentional time for prayer and devotion in both classes.

  • Boot Camp

    Boot Camp is a total body, heart pumping, aerobic and strength conditioning workout. This interval-based class combines full-body strength training with high intensity cardio bursts designed to tone your body and improve your endurance. Modifications for all fitness levels are provided. Cost is $40 for an 8-week session. Pre-registration is required. An intentional time of prayer & devotion is held at the end of each class session.

  • Adult Open Basketball

    Saturday mornings from 6:00-8:30am

    Adult open basketball is open to anyone ages 18 years and older. Games take place at the Christian Life Center. Show up with your neighbors and friends – no pre-registration required. Just drop in and have some fun. Contact the Christian Life Center office with questions, 515.289.9153.

  • Kids Soccer

    Each summer Ankeny First United Methodist Church offers a recreational soccer league for kids Pre-K (4 year olds+) – 5th grades. (PreK players must be four years old by the start of the season.)

    Games are played 3v3 so that every member of the team gets equal playing time, more action, and equal touches on the ball. Kids soccer is open to everyone in the community, not just those who attend Ankeny First. Each session will include a brief devotion. Games are held at the Christian Life Center (710 NE 36th St).

  • Adult Volleyball

    Watch for future start dates here.
    TIME: Games are played between 6:00pm and 9:00pm
    COST: $20/player
    Twice a year, we hold an 8-week co-ed volleyball league at the Christian Life Center. You can sign up individually or as a team. Teams require a minimum of six players. Pre-registration is required. Childcare is provided if needed. An intentional time will be set aside for devotion and prayer.

    Contact the Christian Life Center office, 289-9153, if you have any questions.