Aloha people who enjoy reading compLIMENTS or compLAINTS about places......this is MY personal experience and do not speak for others. I personally enjoy working out at this work out facility/gym. For me, the location is ideal for where I live in Kihei, and it is convenient for me as it is located in North Kihei, so after my work out, I can shower and go to town to take care of my errands. The parking is not so fun, but that is not the owners fault. There is additional parking just down of the building, which helps with a 10 second walk warm-up to the gym. I enjoy the fact that the garage doors are always open for the kool-Kihei breeze to come through and keep the gym cool. Majority of the equipment works, as it is a gym, and equipment sometimes from guest, will always find a way to not take care of the equipment which can halt certain work outs, until the parts are ordered and the equipment is repaired. In EVERY gym, you have your prideful-narcissist walking around like they are some kind of UFC fighter and own the place, but in this particular place, I found out that just a humble smile will get you (majority of the time) a positive reply back. If you are a neat-freak, do not expect this facility to always have clean corners, because the wind will always find a way to bring little leaves into the facility.....but come on, who goes to a gym and complains about leaves being on the ground. Moving on....I love that this gym is pet friendly. The dogs there are always kind....and I look forward to seeing a shark tank there someday. When it comes to financial budget, you get what you pay for.....and although this is a higher price gym facility, go to other gyms and simply compare what you are paying for.(do not compare to Planet Fitness......because lets face it....its Planet Fitness.) When you pay to play, you want the best for your money, and I feel I can get what I pay for out of The Gym Maui/Makena CrossFit. I am sure I am not covering everything that someone who reads this may not get the information they need, but the best thing you can do, is simply get a day pass by Coach Paul and get a quick tour and try a class out and see if you can meet new acquaintances that you can wake up every day, or every other day to look forward to, to come work out at this particular facility and stay fit and healthy with your life journey. I have no credibility, but this is my experience and if you were to ask me, "Hey, would you recommend The Gym Maui/Makena CrossFit?" .....I would reply yes, go get fit! Respectfully, Callahan Welsh, the guy that's trying to lose fat weight. :) read more

Makena CrossFit - I am a terrible Stand-Up Comedian...but everyone laughs at this. Don't follow me on any social media pls, I am a terrible person. Mahalos. - Gyms Near Me - Kihei, Hawaii

My Fiancé and I dropped in at Makena CrossFit during our week vacation to Maui. My fiancé, who has never dropped in at a gym during vacation was up for trying Makena CrossFit out with me. First off, Paul was awesome! Very responsive when reaching out prior to dropping in. Paul even goes old school and calls you to answer any questions. The sign up process was easy. Once we arrived, we were blown away with how big the facility was. They even have a smoothie bar! Which really grabbed my interest! They have showers, a sauna and Flo Water stations to fill up your bottles. Paul and everyone in the class were wonderful. Makena CrossFit is big on Ohana and made sure everyone socialized. Returning and new clients. Makena CrossFit puts you through a warmup that's actually geared towards your workout! Now, not to mention, the programming here is AWESOME! A strength portion, followed by a finisher. I met 2 other coaches of Makena CrossFit and they were also great! My fiancé, who never wanted to drop in to workouts before this trip - wanted the 1 week pass and we went as many times as we could! I could go on and on about how much we loved this place. If you're visiting or if you live in the area -- Give Makena CrossFit a try. I really don't think you'll be disappointed! No egos. Just wonderful hospitality, protein or non protein smoothies and protein waffles after abs! Thanks again Makena CrossFit! We appreciate you opening up your facility to us visiting! Mahalo! read more

UPDATE 04/08/2020 the boxes reached out and has resolved my issue. Thank you guys for taking care of this! Stay safe Dropped in while on vacation on Maui back in December. They had a great price 2 for $30 which beat the other boxes. I bought a ladies tank ($26) for a friend and 2 men's tees ($30/each) which would both need to be shipped, all paid in full. When I received the 2 men's tees 3 weeks later, one was the wrong color. I contacted the owner Paul, who was also the guy that placed my order. He said their printers could not produce red and expected to get this resolved in February. I followed up with him again in February and now no response. When your business relies on tourists and drop ins, you should be proactive to make them happy. There are several choices in Maui and I will suggest other boxes unless this read more

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Great workout at Makena CrossFit. We are new to CrossFit and try to get in a few days. Always different and a challenge. Paul gives through instruction mad takes the time to show new people the proper form. He really has passion for the business and this shows in the positive attitude of the space. Give it a try. You will not be disappointed. Finished off today with an ice bat read more

Makena CrossFit - All about proper form and fun plus a little ice bath - Gyms Near Me - Kihei, Hawaii

I dropped in to use The Gym during a week stay on Maui in April, 2023. Fully outfitted CrossFit facility run brilliantly by Paul Romero. Paul is very friendly and was fully accommodating of my daily training needs. Great open gym policy with all available equipment as long as they're open. Highly recommend Paul and the facility if you're visiting the island and need a great place to workout. read more

Came here on vacation and had a fantastic time. Paul was very friendly, and did a great job coaching class. Looking forward to visiting again the next time I'm back in Maui. read more

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Love this gym!! We were visiting from Santa Cruz, California, and everyone was so welcoming! Paul was great and made us feel right at home! Definitely recommend this CrossFit gym if you're from outa town and want a good workout! read more

Welcomed in by Paul, the owner, who coached the 8am class on Tuesday morning. The full sixty minutes was well designed with a warm-up, strength and skill work, WOD, and concluded with a active cool down. Paul gives individual attention to each athlete providing coaching and feedback to improve form and skill. The gym itself is equipped with all you need to get it done as well as a shower to clean-up and head out for your day. A bit pricey for drop in; $30, and parking was limited. All that being said, I'll be back the next time I'm in Kihei. read more

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Super friendly and accessible, thank you Coach Paul for the warm welcome! I loved my drop ins.

LOVE this place!!!! Health, Fitness & FREEDOM!!! Mahalo for being on the right side of History!!!!

This is my go to box in the Kihei/Wailea area. Paul the owner is charismatic and tells it like it is. That's the style of coaching that motivates me to do better. He was able to target areas where I can improve and was able to provide individualized coaching during the work out. The tailored approach works great for all fitness levels with Paul's approach to fitness that's holistic and clear eye for detail. Great vibe, no attitudes, plenty of space and clean environment. Thanks Makena CF! read more

Ehhh. I'm not sure if the drop-in was worth it. Overall the WOD itself was really good! It was a 20 minute ass kicker. Here is where it went downhill: The space is tiny & while it says they can fit 15, it was not an ideal space for barbell work and that was the whole workout. As a previous gym owner myself, all I saw was a safety issue. There was a significant lack of warmup and 0 cool down. I am not sure if the owner was just off his game due to the size of his class but I would of expected him to pivot and really explain the movements. There were clearly people in the class that have never done CrossFit before or were brand new. Opening a class with a heavy cluster and then rolling into a workout with weight for power cleans and thrusters is an accident waiting to happen. Some folks should of only had an empty barbell. Period. While the owner was nice he seemed distracted and busy with other things so when we wanted to buy shirts he just found sizes and pushed them on us versus giving us the opportunity to be excited and to want to spend more money. The drop-in price of $20 does not include the shirt cost which was an additional $31. I'm pretty sure the equipment is going to fall apart any day. It was really bad and extensively beat up. While we loved starting our day getting our butts kicked, I don't foresee us ever doing another drop in there. read more

As good as it gets in Kihei ! Owner Paul is welcoming and encouraging. Very clean with good equipment. Whether it is the regular group of locals or drop in visitors, there is a sense of Aloha for everyone. They even host fundraisers for Make-A-Wish Hawaii and others to support the community. Great people and place ! read more

Makena CrossFit - Building a supportive community - Gyms Near Me - Kihei, Hawaii

Makena Crossfit has been my first exposure to crossfit, and I am HOOKED! As a newbie I was pretty intimidated by the sport, but I quickly realized I had no reason to be, especially here. If you want to feel welcomed (all the coaches know you by name and you'll make friends with regulars and visitors alike), supported (great coaching and help from both the coaches and the awesome and badass regular crossfitters), and empowered while you get fitter and push yourself, this is the place. The coaches do a fantastic job of making sure that everyone of all ages, skill levels, and fitness can enjoy the workouts by teaching modifications when needed, along with advice on how to progress to the next level. The community that regularly comes to class is stellar and always an inspiration. Big shout out to head coach Paul, and coaches Laurie, Christina, and Mel. My only regret is that I found Makena Crossfit a couple months before I am leaving the island, after being here for years... my standards have been set high for the next gym I join! read more

My girlfriend and I dropped into Makena Crossfit twice on our vacation and we had a great time! Paul and his staff are very friendly and made us feel welcome right away. The coaching was great as all the coaches made sure that our form was correct and we knew the movements. I highly recommend this box to any traveling Crossfitters visiting South Maui! read more

Loved dropping in here! They made drop ins super welcome, thorough coaching, all the members made me feel right at home. They follow CompTrain programming so it's top notch. The owner was really responsive via email/Instagram if you have any questions. read more

A well equipped, bright and inviting space with friendly Crossfit peeps. I look forward to training there each time I'm in Maui. Once your gps gets you close you'll see they have signs out to the exact location in the industrial complex. read more

Makena CrossFit - Gyms Near Me - Kihei, Hawaii

So glad we found a great CF box while on vacation and it's by our Hotel in Kihei. I did a reservation before coming to Maui. Me and my family enjoyed our 6am session with the owner Paul. I wished we could go back for another session but our schedules are tight. I highly recommend to try Makena CF. read more

Makena CrossFit - Gyms Near Me - Kihei, Hawaii

I cannot express the gratitude I have for the members and Paul at Makena! I was in Maui for a week and needed a box to drop in at and from the previous reviews, I figured I would give it a try. I emailed Paul before coming in and he was so welcoming! Their focus on longevity, the whole body, safety, and fitness is something I haven't experienced anywhere else. I have much appreciation it all. I also was looking at tanks and was accidentally charged before taking one and the last time I went in Paul let me take two for the inconvenience. If you're in Maui and need a place to drop in and meet new people - check this box out! They also have an açaí stand outside that I unfortunately didn't have a chance to try. Thanks everyone at Makena! I hope to be back soon! read more

Makena CrossFit - Gyms Near Me - Kihei, Hawaii

My favorite place right now during these crazy times. Paul is incredibly knowledgeable and has a great desire to help people. The kids class is perfect for me and my family, my girls love the coaches and it allows me and my wife to workout worry free! read more

I stumbled upon Makena CrossFit only because of Brekkie Bowls ;) Everywhere I turned there was a smiling, welcoming face. I was eager to be a part of this unique experience, and approached Paul to ask if they took beginners. Paul's welcoming introduction to CrossFit (in addition to Hollie's energy, and Toronto's newest newlyweds Andrew & Cara for their sweet invitation for me to return for a workout) made me super stoked to train there! My situation is a little different in that when I'm in Maui--surprisingly I've been four times within the last month!--I'm only there for roughly 24 hours at a time. Seeing as I have yet to receive basic CrossFit training, Paul so generously invited me back in a couple of days (when I'd return) to shadow my very first CrossFit class. I was honored, inspired, and downright felt all the love! I had never really considered moving to Maui, but after meeting Hollie and Coach Paul and all of the amazing individuals who make up the Makena CrossFit community: I'm seriously considering it! This amazing day was two days ago; I am very very very sore, but only in the best way! The amount of support, encouragement, and love exuded throughout that box is honestly indescribable. I'm hopeful Thursday won't be my last time there--becoming a regular would be an absolute dream! Thank you all for welcoming me with open arms! read more

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Dropped into Makena on our last day in Maui. This is a first rate box! and Paul is super coach and just an overall good guy. Awesome experience! Don't pass this box up! My only wish is that I would have dropped in more during our stay. read more

A must visit while on vacation in Maui. It's in the Kihei area. I enjoyed the box family and found coach Paul's tips very useful. I felt very welcome and enjoyed my workout. Arrive early to make sure you get parking and sign the waiver. read more

Best gym on the island without a doubt! Great programming, instructors and facility. Gym was spotless as well, always felt I was lifting in a safe environment. read more

I visited this gym 4 years ago and just came back for another week of workouts. Paul is amazing and the community is incredibly fit and welcoming. The programming is excellent and we'll suited to meet your strength and cardio goals. I'll definitely come back the next time I'm in town read more

I was always intrigued by crossfit but was very intimidated to join from all the stereotypical things you hear. But being a recent transplant on Maui I wanted to try something new and meet new people and this is the best decision I've made! Coach Paul and the crew welcomed me with open arms and got me straight into the Foundations program to teach me proper technique and educate me so that I wouldn't feel just thrown into the mix (and NOT get hurt). The coaches here are amazing and truly believe in developing well rounded athletes beyond just heavy lifting- which, coming from a running background was very appealing to me AND they have an amazing yoga teacher and recovery tools so you really are getting the full package. Above all else, it's a great group of coaches and crew that just like to have fun, so happy to have joined! read more

Awesome hospitality from everyone at the box. Had an amazing Thanksgiving morning WOD.

Paul is amazing and the vibe of the members is awesome! You definitely feel like a part of the family when you walk through the door. The facility has everything you need to get in a solid workout, lots of everything - plates, barbells, kb's, ghd's, ropes, rowers, etc..the gym is definitely stocked. The WOD programming is great and will definitely get you working up a good sweat. Would recommend this to anyone who is vacationing in Maui :):) read more

Makena CrossFit - Gyms Near Me - Kihei, Hawaii

Don't know what I'd do without this box. Great vibes and even better programming/coaches. Paul is going to blow this place up! Come try it and I guarantee you'll love it. read more

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Incredible Box. The coaches are top notch and they pay a lot of attention to every athlete. A great space, good class sizes, great equipment, and its on MAUI! I absolutely recommend dropping in while you are on vacation here. Especially if you are staying in Kihei, Wailea, or Makena. The programming is great, and the members are friendly. Keep an eye on their facebook page for BEACH WOD's! (yes you heard me) awesome workouts on the beach occasionally. Not to be missed! read more

Training at Makena crossfit in Kihei under coach Paul Romero has been life changing. I had never tried crossfit, I only worked out at the gym and was missing a since of community and teamwork. I also never had that intense of a work out in such little time. After only 6 weeks I can feel my strength and endurance improving with each workout. Although this kind of exercise may not be for everyone, it is amaizing for anyone looking to challenge them selves to awaken their inner athlete. Such a great gym with a highly trained staff and people who care about helping you reach your own personal mental and physical goals. read more

Go! This box feels like one big supportive family! The coaching is intentional and inspiring, athletes are welcoming, and if you finish hard you'll earn your R & R in beautiful Maui and your açaí bowl from Brekkie Bowls out front! Can't wait to be back to visit Coach P and the rest of the Makena Fam! read more

My boyfriend & I spent the last week training in Maui @ Makena CrossFit. I am beyond impressed with Paul & his excellent class organization, warm-ups & programming. I loved every minute of training on this beautiful island - what a better way to start the day that get a GREAT sweat session on! read more