It's great to have a fitness option on the island where you can take group cycling and boot camp…read moreclasses. The group cycling class room is small and only has a few bikes, so sign up early to ensure you reserve a spot! They use Lemond bikes, which don't come with clip less pedals, but they added them on, which is great, although they should note this on their website so that people can bring cycling shoes with SPD pedals. The bikes are all well maintained and in good condition. There are a variety of instructors who all work other jobs so the instruction and music will vary depending on who teaches the class. The group circuit class with Rob is AWESOME!! He works you hard and keeps the class fun and motivating. The $18/group class fee seems reasonable. Check your bill closely to ensure there aren't any unauthorized charges as I think they could use a bookkeeper to better manage their accounts. I'd highly recommend Banyan Tree for group classes while you're on Boca Grande!

A wonderful island fitness studio! Banyan Tree is open to everyone, it does not require a…read moremembership like the other clubs on Gasparilla. The owner and all the instructors are welcoming and very knowledgeable about physical fitness and health. They have a great variety of group classes: reformer, tower, barre, pilates mat, spinning and yoga. The private instruction is the most popular there as it is hard to get a slot during the high season. I strongly recommend calling ahead for private sessions and booking ahead on their mind body site for the group classes. There were waitlists during the winter for many of the classes. Overall beautiful studio, great staff and fun classes.

Diane was amazing, not only did she cover every area of massage for me but also came to our home so…read moreI didn't have to travel anywhere. Thank you so much Diane for your amazing massage. I'm still revelling in the after effects.

Best massage I have ever had. Diane responds quickly and is always on time…read more I would highly recommend her!

Very nice and effective experience at this massage spa. Broke my neck and back when in the Army and…read moregathered a myriad of other maladies over the years as I have aged. Kind of given up on mobility so wife suggested that I try therapeutic massage. Got though the first session and felt like she was going to kill me. I did noticed a slight improvement, and will continue weekly sessions with hopeful expectation. The owner is absolutely an expert in her oriental health form. Prices a little more reasonable than most others. If in need like I am give her a try it may help.

Unfortunately, Lily, who has received so many positive reviews over the past couple years, is no…read morelonger here as of June 1st. She will be sorely missed (no pun intended.)

I have used Linda as a massage therapist since November. Linda pays attention to my comments…read moreabout my body and is always sure to work on those areas of concern. She always mixes it up so it is never the same old routine. Sometimes I start face up, other times face down. She has a whole bag of tricks from hot stones to hot steam towels to cupping areas of concern. She can sense when I am open to talking and when I prefer quiet. I would highly recommend using Linda at Rise Wellness.

My massage with Linda was absolutely wonderful. She applies the perfect amount of pressure. It was…read morerelaxing and therapeutic. The aroma is nice along with the soft lighting. The warm towels were a nice touch. Linda is very personable and listens to all your needs and follows through with her talent. I felt so good when I left. Highly recommend.

The massage was the best I've ever had. Rong was so friendly and professional. The location was…read moreclean and relaxing.

My daughters and I went in today for 2 facials and a massage…read more My girls really enjoyed their facials and they recommended good products. They listened to everything my girls said and worked on the things they asked for. My massage was absolutely fantastic! Natasha is a massage master. She worked out all my kinks and paid special attention to the areas that really give me problems. I highly recommend this little gem.

I can't say enough about this spa. The owner works here daily and all services are provided by an…read moreexperienced professional devoted to individualized treatments. I have had numerous massages by Adelia and they have helped me tremendously to resolve problems including sciatica. Her massages are a great way to resolve physiological issues holistically. Yesterday I had a facial by Lydia and it was outstanding. She is a lovely person and the skin treatment was very needed and so soul nourishing. We should all treat our selves to these modalities more often. I believe everyone who works here is very nice and committed to great service. There is a range of services provided and I am certain you will be happy. There is no comparison from this zen experience to other places including the massage chains out there. I also think the prices are very reasonable given the expert treatment you receive! Enjoy!

1st time This was amazing. I have been going for monthly massages for the past 4 yrs!…read more But this was my 1st time here! It was the best I have ever had! Will be back next month! Thank you!

After trying many spas, I found the best deep tissue massage in town with the most qualified and…read moreprofessional massage therapist, beautiful place, great atmosphere.

Robyn does well with her craft. Her shop isn't fancy but…read moreshe listens to what you say, and works according m. She has helped me several times either for a quick fix, a longer session or for maintenance every week or two for a few weeks. I recommend

I have never had deep tissue type massage. Months of hamstring leg pain drove me here and Robyns…read moreknowledge of massage and stretch exercises has helped tremendously!!! Thank you!!

For the past 2 years, I have been using the services at The James Griffith Salon on Boca Grande…read more The general feeling in the spa is very unfriendly. I am a happy, chatty person, and there is no one in that whole building that shares my zest for life. From the ladies who run the spa area and are stationed out in the shop, to the women who work the desk for the salon, they are just NOT friendly. I got my hair done today there, not only is it pricy, which I understand, but may stylist seemed to be snooty with me. They all wander around with a frown on their faces. I have also gotten pedicures and manicures there. The one gal that I've gone to acts as if I'm putting her out. I love to chat, and they are straight faced and quiet. No joking around with this girl! I accidentally nicked my toe nail and went back to have it fixed and they charged me $10! At home, a touch up is free. AND after my pedicure, I had to file down my heels, as they were so rough still. Just an overall disappointment. Guess I'll be going off the island, which was recommended to me from some of my peers who also own on BG.

I booked an appointment with a stylist who shall remain unnamed on Friday night for my wedding hair…read moretrial and on Saturday for my big day. I asked her on Friday to please change up the do once we came to a decision about what it was going to be, since I was spending that evening with all the guests and didn't want them to see the final result. She looked at me like I had two heads then said, "I will have to charge you double." This was strange to me since this was a trial and we were supposed to feel each other out to see what she could do for something as important as my wedding hair style. But I thought, okay at least I will get two hair styles out of it. Her first try was a complete flop. My hair was so tightly curled that I put Curley Sue to shame. I wanted to cry and the stylist became more frazzled. I tried to figure out what she was planning to do differently the following day, since it looked so bad. So I said, okay forget about that style idea, can you please try an up do with a loose braid in the front. At this point the salon was closing and emptying out. It was just us, and I was starting to feel both bad and anxious at the same time. When she completed the undo, I looked like I was heading to the prom circa 1990. I realized that this woman couldn't do any of the styles that I brought in, so I told that I should leave and that she should stop trying. She said she didn't want me to leave upset but then let me go. When I walked up to the front desk with tears in my eyes, I was told that in fact I did owe double, for hair that I couldn't even wear that night. The girl at the front desk was even surprised that it was so much and went to confirm with the stylist. I told them that I wanted to cancel my appointment for the next day because I was really unhappy with her work. At which point they tried to talk me into using another stylist as the salon. I am never one to complain, but If you see that you are making a customer more and more unhappy, charging them double at the end of a very unsuccessful appointment is bad customer service and very bad for repeat business. I come to Boca Grande at least once a month for extended periods of time and I will never use their hair services again. If you are wondering, I came home and redid my own hair, after spending $165 at James Griffith Salon.