Question 1

What kind of gym is API in Hailey, ID?

Accepted Answer

API (Anderson Performance Institute) is an all-in-one gym in downtown Hailey offering jiu-jitsu, boxing, kickboxing, strength & conditioning, kids programs, and a Recovery Zone with cold plunge tubs, saunas, and red light therapy. It's located at 101 N Main St in the old LL Greens building.

Question 2

Where is API located?

Accepted Answer

101 N Main St, Hailey, ID 83333 — in the heart of downtown Hailey, with street parking on Main Street and adjacent blocks.

Question 3

Is the first class at API really free?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Call (208) 886-5646 or book online and we'll schedule your free trial class in any program — jiu-jitsu, boxing, kickboxing, or strength & conditioning.

Question 4

Do I need experience to join?

Accepted Answer

No. Every program scales from complete beginner to competitor. Coaches assess your starting point at your free class.

Question 5

Does API serve Ketchum and Sun Valley?

Accepted Answer

Yes. We're 15 minutes south of Ketchum on Highway 75 and serve the entire Wood River Valley — Hailey, Bellevue, Ketchum, Sun Valley, and Carey.

Question 6

Do you have showers and changing rooms?

Accepted Answer

Yes — changing rooms and showers are available on site.

Question 7

Are there women-only classes?

Accepted Answer

Yes, API offers women-only fitness classes. Check the current schedule for days and times.

Question 8

What are your hours?

Accepted Answer

Monday–Friday 11am to 8pm. Closed Saturday and Sunday.

Question 9

Who teaches jiu-jitsu at API in Hailey?

Accepted Answer

Founder Lee Anderson — a black belt who began training with the Gracie family around 1988, won the U.S. Open in jiu-jitsu, and has taught martial arts in the Wood River Valley for 30 years.

Question 10

Is API good for beginners in BJJ?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Fundamentals classes teach positions, escapes, and submissions step-by-step, and the first class is free.

Question 11

What age can kids start jiu-jitsu?

Accepted Answer

Kids jiu-jitsu starts at age 5. For kids boxing and kickboxing, meet with our coaches and we'll place your child in the right group. Youth classes are grouped by age and size, with a focus on discipline, confidence, and anti-bullying skills.

Question 12

Do I need a gi for my first class?

Accepted Answer

No — wear athletic clothes for your free trial. If you continue, we'll help you get a gi.

Question 13

How big is API's training mat?

Accepted Answer

API has the largest grappling mat in the state of Idaho, giving classes room to drill and roll safely.

Question 14

How often should a beginner train BJJ?

Accepted Answer

2–3 classes per week is ideal for beginners; consistency matters more than intensity in your first few months.

Question 15

Is there a boxing gym in Hailey, ID?

Accepted Answer

Yes — API at 101 N Main St has a full-size boxing ring, structured boxing classes for adults and youth, and coaching for both fitness and competition.

Question 16

Is boxing a good workout for beginners?

Accepted Answer

Yes — a typical class builds footwork, coordination, and confidence while getting you in serious shape; everything scales to your level.

Question 17

What's the difference between your boxing and kickboxing classes?

Accepted Answer

Boxing focuses on punches, head movement, and ring craft; kickboxing adds kicks and knees. Many members train both — your free class can be either.

Question 18

What age can kids start boxing or kickboxing?

Accepted Answer

Kids jiu-jitsu starts at age 5. For kids boxing and kickboxing, meet with our coaches and we'll place your child in the right group.

Question 19

What is a strength & conditioning class at API like?

Accepted Answer

Each session has two parts: a strength or skill portion where you build the main lifts, then a programmed workout that trains conditioning. Everything is coached and scaled to your level.

Question 20

Does API have a weight room and free weights?

Accepted Answer

Yes — API's downtown Hailey gym has a dedicated weightlifting and strength area with free weights, barbells, and squat racks, plus open gym hours for members. It's part of the same facility as our jiu-jitsu, boxing, and Recovery Zone.

Question 21

Will strength training help my skiing?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Stronger legs, hips, and trunk mean more control on Baldy laps and fewer of the tweaks that end a season early.

Question 22

Where can I cold plunge in Hailey, ID?

Accepted Answer

API's Recovery Zone at 101 N Main St has cold plunge tubs, alongside a traditional sauna, an infrared sauna, and red light therapy — the most complete recovery setup in Hailey.

Question 23

What is contrast therapy?

Accepted Answer

Alternating heat (sauna) and cold (plunge) in cycles — commonly used by athletes to support circulation and recovery after training, skiing, or trail days.

Question 24

What's the difference between an infrared sauna and a traditional sauna?

Accepted Answer

A traditional sauna heats the air around you to high temperatures; an infrared sauna uses light to warm the body directly at lower air temperatures. API has both, so you can choose or alternate.

Question 25

What is red light therapy?

Accepted Answer

A non-invasive session under specific wavelengths of red and near-infrared light, popular for post-training recovery routines. Sessions typically run 10–20 minutes.

Question 26

How long should I stay in a cold plunge?

Accepted Answer

Beginners often start with 1–2 minutes and build toward 3–5; listen to your body and exit if you feel unwell. Talk to your doctor first if you have cardiovascular conditions.

Question 27

Is there a recovery center near Sun Valley or Ketchum?

Accepted Answer

Yes — API's Recovery Zone in Hailey is 15 minutes south of Ketchum, with cold plunge, dual saunas, and red light therapy in one facility.

Question 28

Can visitors get a Recovery Zone day pass?

Accepted Answer

Yes — a Recovery Zone day pass is $49, a fitness center day pass is $30, and a fitness center + recovery day pass is $55.

Question 29

Do you offer classes for kids?

Accepted Answer

Yes — youth jiu-jitsu, youth boxing and kickboxing, and a kids music, movement & gymnastics program. Classes are grouped by age and skill level.

Question 30

What ages are the kids classes for?

Accepted Answer

Kids jiu-jitsu starts at age 5. For kids boxing and kickboxing, meet with our coaches and we'll place your child in the right group.

Question 31

What is the kids music, movement & gymnastics program?

Accepted Answer

A fun, coached program that builds coordination, confidence, and body awareness for young kids in Hailey.

Question 32

How much does a membership cost?

Accepted Answer

Gym access starts at $69/mo, adult jiu-jitsu is $159/mo, the Recovery Club is $159/mo, and All-Access 24/7 (recovery + gym + classes) is $229/mo. See the pricing page for every option.

Question 33

Where do I park?

Accepted Answer

API is at 101 N Main St in downtown Hailey with street parking on Main Street and adjacent blocks.

Question 34

How do I get started?

Accepted Answer

Your first class is free — call (208) 886-5646 or use the Claim Your Free Class button to book. Tell us your goals and we'll match you to the right program.

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