I've been working with Candace since February of this year. After searching around for a trainer, I…read morecame for a consultation and signed up on the spot. Although I've gone to fitness classes sporadically and walk several times a week, I knew that I needed some strength training., I go for weekly sessions and Candace is good at pointing out different ways to correct my form. She also pushes me to do a little more, try a little harder. I know that I'd never do this on my own. The gym is in a strip mall behind Hawaii Kai Costco. They have it set up so there are stations. Sometimes, another trainer will be working with another person, but other than that, there are no other people working out. After using a mat or piece of equipment, you always wipe it down. I appreciate the care they take in their gym.

I used to go to "Crossfit" type of gyms but ended up with injuries from having classes with only…read moreone or two trainers looking over 12+ people at a time that could not concentrate on everybody's form at the same time. I started with Aloha Personal Training in 2017 with the goal to get a one-on-one trainer, get in shape and get stronger. I had no idea that I would do anything crazy with the new confidence they gave me, but I just completed the 2,197 mile Appalachian Trail in one push at age 60. One in four complete the attempt, and Candace, Jon, and team are all part of this success. I couldn't have done it without them.

Fresh Review Alert - This Place Deserves It!…read more I've been going to Firm Pilates for almost a year now, and I can confidently say it's exactly what I needed for my lifestyle. After visiting my family in Thailand, I took private Pilates classes to improve my form and strengthen my body--because let's face it, I'm not getting any younger! When I returned home, I wanted to find a studio that offered quality instruction at an affordable price. After searching online, I stumbled across Firm Pilates, and I'm so glad I did. From my very first visit, Lauren was incredibly helpful. She guided me through the basics, making the class both enjoyable and educational. Now, I see her every week, and she continues to help me refine my form and build strength. Lauren is a great instructor--she not only makes the sessions fun but also focuses on targeting areas that need more improvement. She even provides tips and techniques I can practice at home, which has been a game changer. I still have a long way to go, but I can feel myself improving with each session. :)

Highly recommend! I've been training with Lauren since 2014 and have crossed the Kaiwi Channel 7…read moretimes (5 in OC6, 2 on SUP) and competed in several obstacle events as well as the ever dangerous "ultimate frisbee" league. I could not have done any of it without Lauren's training. Highly confident with my physical fitness, I used Lauren"s Pilates based stretching techniques to begin training for the Honolulu Marathon. I started by running around Ala Moana Park and I quickly discovered that there is now an L&L BBQ in the park. Although I have now abandoned my effort to run the marathon, I have obtained enough L&L "frequent visitor" points to earn a free plate lunch!

I just moved here five months ago. Prior to my move, I was working out five days a week, eating…read moresuper healthy, and weighed as much as I did when I first graduated from college. As I went through the stress of relocating, it didn't take long for me to fall into bad habits. I finally decided to look for another boot camp, since I was going to one regularly in San Diego. Lee-Ann's 2CW-HI Boot Camp was the first class I'd checked out, and I didn't need to look any further. It has everything I need: an amazing instructor, very friendly and encouraging workout buddies, varied exercises that keep workouts fresh and interesting all while whipping me into shape. I also LOVE that each day of the week is held in a different location. Right now, Mondays are beach workouts, either on the sand or grass. Wednesdays are at a park by the police station. Fridays are in a small studio. You have a choice between 6 AM and 6 PM classes on Wednesdays and Fridays. Mondays are 6 AM only. Lee-Ann is such an amazing instructor and very knowledgeable of fitness and healthy living. She'll help you with goal setting and will never make you feel bad or guilty. She understands that everyone has different goals, fitness levels, etc. As for pricing, you can pay for unlimited classes per month or purchase a bulk of classes (e.g. 24) and have a "punch card" that gets filled out every time you take a class. The latter works very well for me because my work schedule varies all of the time. I paid $275 for 24 classes with the Yelp deal and not including tax. That's about how much I was paying back in San Diego, and it's a lot cheaper compared to CrossFit and other gyms. I've been going for a month now and will not be slowing down anytime soon!!

Lee-Ann is very knowledgeable in what she does. Not pushy and someone you can be yourself with it…read more Clean eating food choices, amazing workouts that is hand picked for your lifestyle If you're ready to make that healthy change for the better, her level up is it. Mahalo for the learnings!

I've tried a lot of workout classes and BFT is definitely a great facility to check out! The studio…read moreis super clean, the coaches are friendly, and they genuinely care about making sure you're getting a great workout while also moving safely with proper form. I love that every day is different, whether it be strength one day, then HIIT, endurance, podium, lower body, upper body, and even community run clubs. The workouts are easy to follow because every movement is displayed on screens with timers, so you always know what's coming next. One of my favorite parts is the use of a heart rate monitor. It's fun seeing how hard you're actually pushing yourself, and it helps keep me accountable. The music is great, the AC is strong (important lol), and the workouts can be scaled for any fitness level. Huge bonus I noticed is that members also get access to StretchLab. If you've been thinking about trying BFT, definitely take advantage of the intro offer and check it out!

I started going here in January and it has been the best thing for my health. I still have a long…read moreways to go but I am seeing results. The trainers here are awesome. They always help find me an alternative if I can't do something (I have bad shoulders so some things are difficult). Each day is something different and is always challenging. Mostly I have worked with Andrew and Leighton as trainers and those guys are awesome (plus they play good music for the workouts). I highly recommend everyone should try this place out.

People assume I'm a matcha-sipping, yoga-loving kind of gal... and they're not wrong. But I've also…read morebeen lifting at Parado Power Gym consistently for the past 2 years, and I'm the strongest/most-fit I've ever been. This isn't the place if you're looking for AC or shiny new equipment--it's a little more rugged, sweaty, and all about getting stronger. The trainers are hands-down the best. They constantly correct your form, and somehow the tiniest adjustments make every exercise 10x harder (in the best way). I've been on a mission to grow my glutes, and I regularly leave with my butt twitching from pure muscle fatigue. If you're looking for fancy, this isn't it. If you're looking for results, this place delivers.

This is the place to set goals, push limits and have a good time getting and staying in shape. The…read morecoaches are knowledgeable and customize your workouts just for you. And if semi personal sessions aren't enough, then hit a few move and strong classes just for fun and some spice!!! 1000% recommend!

Before working with Kepa, I struggled with intense anxiety regarding fitness and exercise. I felt…read moreunconfident in the gym, and frequently found myself yo-yo dieting. Finding Elite Fitness Hawaii changed everything. Now, thanks to Kepa and his team, I look forward to workouts, find myself looking for ways to fuel my body better rather than crash diet, and have a newfound confidence in the gym. If you find yourself hesitant to sign up, my advice would be just do it. Sometimes taking charge of your life means getting the right help. After years of trying every diet and every workout program available, nothing can compare to working with a professional who takes a personalized approach to your fitness and health. Not only did Kepa help me loose an extremely stubborn 20 lbs, he also helped me strengthen my body through a functional approach that helped me heal old injuries and prevent future ones. Two years before finding Elite Fitness Hawaii, I had a back injury. As an Active Duty military member, this was potentially detrimental to my career. I was able to get by going to physical therapy, but going to the gym again and lifting weights was an overwhelming thought for me, not to mention running. However, when I met with Kepa he made me feel confident I could do it and gradually introduced exercises at my level. Now I'm running again and lifting weights beyond what I imagined was possible. I'm in the best shape of my life and we're not done yet! It's been life changing, and worth every penny.

I have trained at Elite Fitness for over 5 years now. Before starting with Kepa, I contacted…read moreseveral different personal trainers and Kepa was the only one who got back to me immediately to discuss my fitness goals and to schedule an in person consultation. Not only is Kepa passionate about fitness, he is passionate about helping his clients. His training extends beyond exercise and includes educating clients on nutrition and lifestyle changes. He and his team work with clients at all fitness levels and will modify exercises as needed to accommodate each client's individual ability. Having a personal trainer to guide me through each workout is invaluable since it helps me focus on proper form so that I can get through each workout safely and because each workout is fun and never the same. Elite Fitness is a great place for anyone looking to start or continue their fitness journey!!

After being in the couch for 4 months - getting tired from anything I did longer then 5 minutes -…read moreI knew I needed a change. I started going to Kareen 7 months ago - now I am doing weekly mini triathalons!! I just climbed Kokohead, did a 1600m swim AND did a 45 minute spin class today!. No kidding, I have come a LONG way! And 7 months ago I could barely touch my toes and was 50lbs overweight. If you don't know where to start - If you think it's just too much to do the 24h fitness thing, or the new Boot CAmp frenzy, YOU CAN START HERE! it works..She makes your insides work better so you are ABLE to do other things. You FEEL different. You FEEL balanced. You gain flexabiity. You won't regret it. & months ago I was a couch potato accepting my fate as such. NOW I am an Equestrian ( my new found strength inspired me to persue my life long passion of horseback riding AND jumping) as well as being a weekly triathlete. Man, that sure was a good call!

This place just moved to Kaimuki on 12th st. right above the Hale Vietnam restaurant. (It used to…read morebe in Kapahulu), so I decided to give it a try. Very nice and professional set up and studio. I had never done Pilates before so this was a new experience for me. Wow. Totally blown away by the 1 hour session/ class I took. You can totally feel what Pilates can do for you in just one session and I now see why people go back. You learn things you didn't know how to do and use muscles you didn't know you had (or at least I didn't). I wasn't quite able to keep up with everyone else but that didn't matter at all. The owner Kareen, who runs the place, is also awesome at working with your schedule and had multiple classes and times to choose from. I highly recommend this place!

Went for a Sunday workout Welcoming coaches…read moreIt's open concept, no AC but they do have fans Definitely contributed to the difficulty of the workout. Would definitely come back when back in Honolulu

I took my first F45 class a couple of days ago and I'm still feeling it - in the best way. My…read morefriends have taken a few classes here so we decided to book a class together. There were three of us so luckily, we were able to be put in the same group and do the circuit together. Since it was my first class I got there 15 minutes early. There was plenty of parking when I showed up, but as the class time got closer the parking lot filled up. I always get nervous when taking a new type of workout class but the staff walked me through the space and how they structure the classes. Essentially, there are different stations and in groups of 3-4 you move through each workout with breaks in between sets. They also break up the sets with ab workouts etc. that you do as a whole group. They have screens to follow what each workout is and they also go through all the workouts at the beginning of the class. I will say that there was one workout, I think either a deadlift or Romanian deadlift- that I could feel that I wasn't doing properly. Lucky for me, someone in the group behind me saw and gave me some pointers. The music was really fun and upbeat- can't wait to go again with my friends!