Body Balance

Body Balance is a great studio if you want to try a variety of body weight fitness classes. They offer classes everyday, even Saturdays and Sundays! Make sure to check out their website because they normally have deals for new clients. I decided to give Body Balance a try when my kickboxing instructor at my normal gym was going to be out for 3 weeks. I bought the Fit for Summer deal which is $ 50 for 10 classes in 30 days. That’s a really good deal since a lot of fitness centers charge around $ 15-​$ 20 for drop in classes!
The studio is very clean! You don’t need to bring anything to each class. Body Balance provides yoga mats for you. They even sell Quest Bars if you get hungry. There’s a water cooler available if you need a drink. After each workout, make sure to grab a cold lavender or peppermint towel from the refrigerator to cool yourself down! I loved these towels. It felt so refreshing after a great workout :)
The customer service at Body Balance is great! There was a mix up with the scheduled instructors twice and I wanted to discuss the duration of my summer deal. When I emailed the company about these issues/​concerns, they were very understanding and accommodating.
I was able to try all the classes Body Balance offers during my trial. My favorites were Pilates Mat, Body Balance Fusion, and Power Yoga. I’ve never taken a pilates class before so I had no idea what to expect. I took Pilates Mat from Saori multiple times on Friday afternoons. It was the perfect low impact workout to end a long work week. She was an excellent instructor! Very attentive and always making sure everyone had the correct alignment and were using the correct muscles. Jessica’s Body Balance Fusion and Power Yoga classes were the most intense classes I attended at Body Balance. Every yoga class had a different intention so you never got the same workout twice. Body Balance Fusion is a mix of yoga and barre. Jessica’s classes are perfect for everyone. I practice yoga at home regularly so I appreciated that her classes don’t feel like they are geared towards beginners. Instead, she provides modifications and oversight for those newer to yoga. Jessica’s cues were always on point. I could follow her workouts without even looking at her. She constantly walked around the studio correcting everyone’s alignment or helping each person deepen into the poses. During shavasana, Jessica gives each client a nice shoulder, neck, and face massage! It’s very relaxing!
I didn’t care for all the other classes, but it’s not because they weren’t good, it just wasn’t my style. I’m not a fan of TRX Burn because I’d prefer to lift heavy weights to build muscle. For The Daily HITT, I expected it would more focused on cardio since it’s a HITT class. Instead, it was more Barre and body weight movements done in intervals. I felt like it similar to workouts you could find on YouTube. BarreAmped is a cardio based barre class. Very different from any other barre classes I’ve taken since it wasn’t all low impact. I did like it, but this is Body Balance’s most popular class. It was very crowded for a weekday morning! I prefer smaller classes where the instructor can focus on each client. Body Balance Physique is like a less intense version of Body Balance Fusion. So it is good, just not intense enough for me.
Overall, I did really like the studio and Jessica and Saori’s classes. Unfortunately, I can’t justify paying for the monthly membership or paying class by class when I would probably only attend 3 classes a week and Body Balance is not located nearby my home. I would recommend it to others though! If there’s ever a reasonably priced deal for current members, I would definitely come back!

The TRX classes with Joe and Courtney are amazing. Their full body workouts are awesome and make you feel great. I highly recommend them to everyone! 5 stars!

I really wanted to try this place but after trying and trying to call them nobody ever returns my calls. It’s been over 2 weeks. So after trying that many time of trying to call I’m over it. Guess nobody answers phones there. So goodvye

Outstanding teachers and different levels and types of classes. Affordable pricing, free parking and convenient location. Package deals are a steal.

Pilates Reformer class by Brittany are the best!!! A first class instructor that makes sure you are doing each move and stretch correctly. I have several lower back/​hip issues and Brittany has helped me tremendously by identifying my problem areas and helping me correct my posture and make sure I engage my core effectively. Love her! She is awesome!

The classes are great with attention to form and past injuries. All the instructors are very personal as to helping a novice person like myself to adapt to a great work out. Pilates reformer TRX and yoga studio is very clean and spacious. Plenty of ample parking. Thanks once again for an amazing work out.

This is a first rate studio with first rate instructors. The Barre Amped classes are amazing and will transform your body. I have been taking classes consistently for 6 months and have gained so much strength, flexibility and endurance. There is no wasted time in any of the classes as instructors thoughtfully plan out their routines to target all muscle groups and maximize our time. I also love the TRX classes, which is a total body workout in only one hour. You can also take Pliates group and private classes. The studio is lovely and on the smaller side, which means you get more personalized attention. I love Body Balance!
Studio is clean and parking is free! Highly recommended!

I was first introduced to Body Balance when a friend of mine invited me to join her at a BarreAmped class. Conveniently located on Kapiolani Boulevard (next to The Butik), Body Balance is a small studio with a large variety of classes. Since my first visit, I have been able to try Sculpt and Yoga in addition to BarreAmped.
BarreAmped: BarreAmped uses light weights to narrow in on specific muscles with small and isolated movements. Our instructor, Maria, made sure we targeted every muscle and had us sweating and shaking throughout class. With fun music and a good pace, this class was over before I knew it, but I sure felt it the next day!
Sculpt: Taught by Jessica, Sculpt combines Vinyasa Yoga with light weights for a workout that both strengthens and stretches your muscles! I loved how challenging poses or weight work was followed by soothing, deep stretches for a well-​rounded class. My favorite part was final Savasana when Jessica came around to each of us for a mini massage!
Yoga: Sadia’s Yoga class was one of the best yoga classes I have ever taken! Her classes are perfectly paced and she emphasizes correct form. Since I am fairly new to yoga, I always appreciate a hands on instructor who will help and adjust me. I love how she tailors each class to the students and how they are feeling. Whether I am the only one in class or one of a few, it always feels like a one on one yoga session with all the attention she gives to her students!
In addition to these classes, Body Balance also offers Pilates Mat/​Reformer and TRX among others.

I’ve only tried barre classes at a studio in San Diego, so this was my first time trying it since moving here. The studio was pretty nice and clean. They have yoga mats and all of the equipment you’ll need, though I’m sure you could bring your own mat if you want. It was a good workout, and it went by quite fast. If you’re new, don’t feel pressured to use weights, especially heavier ones! Barre emphasizes small movements with a lot of repetitions. I lift heavy, and I still had a hard time keeping my arms up through some of the movements.
After class is over, there’s a mini fridge outside with lavender-​soaked towels that you can use to wipe your face. It’s heavenly after a workout. The first class is free, so don’t forget to inquire on that!

Wish I could give this place 10 stars! The trainers are true athletes. They are extremely knowledgeable and very helpful with coaching and instructing. I’ve been a regular for 4+ months and am watching my body get stronger and transform. I like that I get to schedule my classes using their app or online and it keeps me committed to getting my workout in. LOVE, LOVE, LOVE.

After being in fitness for more than 25 years, I believe Body Balance has a few of the best instructors I’ve ever seen. They understand exercise physiology, know how to engage students, and take the time to make sure everyone is doing everything correctly. They clearly plan their classes and teach their plan. Unfortunately there are also some instructors who don’t really know what they are doing, seem to make up their classes on the fly and really don’t engage well with the students. So you need to experience the instructors to choose your classes and could have a great work out. I just wish there was a consistent and high standard set for the instructors.

Body Balance offer Barre — the hottest/​newest «workout» for the small muscles and core (much needed and most often ignored). I enjoyed the pop music and my arm, legs, and butt muscles were sore the next day — good sign.
They have a variety of other classes — TRX, pilates reformer machine classes, and yoga — and since it is close to downtown Honolulu, we office folk really have no excuse to not go to a class.

I bought a 1-​month unlimited online voucher for Body Balance. It was for all their services minus the Pilates machines. I tried Barre, Yoga and Pilates multiple times throughout the month, mostly going to their Barre classes.
I mainly got their voucher because I wanted to try Barre, since I use to do ballet when I was a child and wanted to get back into doing toning exercises that had ballet influenced movements. I LOVED LOVED LOVED the Barre classes! I can easily say I will be buying more of their classes and packages to continue their offerings. I really enjoyed Jessica’s Barre classes. She is a great instructor that calls you by name and has great encouragement during the session. She walked around the room and would help each person adjust their form so they were getting the most of their exercise. There is another instructor, I think her name might be Spring, not too sure. I think she teaches Yoga and maybe a Barre class, but I prefer Jessica since the other instructors Yoga/​Barre classes felt more like a fast moving Pilates class and didn’t incorporate a lot of the movements that Jessica did. Nothing wrong with what she did, its just not my preference in the method of how it was instructed. Others might enjoy her energetic vibe, but I prefer more calming.
If you are looking to lose weight, then this place may not be your focus, just because a lot of the classes, like Barre focus more on holding position, tiny movements, toning, etc. The class sizes were never more than 8 people, which I loved because it gave me lots of room and more individualized attention.
The room is very clean and spacious with lots of natural sunlight accessing it from one wall, and the other completely covered in mirrors. They have all the equipment you would need for their classes, so no need to bring a mat either since they provide them.
The only drawback is that I think they are only offering their 1 month unlimited classes which isn’t very doable with my work schedule. If they offered something like a 10 class pass with no time-​frame restrictions, then I would be more reluctant to purchase.

really love this small little studio. it’s like a hidden gem in kakaako. and the only place I’ve found so far that offers barre classes (barre classes are pretty popular on the mainland).
I’ve been coming here for about three weeks now on the recent living social deal — I’ve tried just about all the classes (barre, pilates, yoga, TRX, bootcamp, cardio…) and all the instructors (they are all pretty great and super nice and friendly). I love the fact that there are a variety of classes (not just yoga), it keeps working out fun and interesting; plus, when you want a longer workout you can take multiple classes in a row and not be bored.
be prepared to sweat. all the classes are pretty intense and a fantastic workout. my favorite classes so far have been the barre classes (barreamped & physique burn — Jessica and Heidi are amazing). the classes are tough (we’re talking quivering thighs and core every single time) but give you real results fast. I love that the instructors are so encouraging and push you to your max and make sure that you’re doing each exercise correctly.
also, because the studio is a bit smaller the classes tend to be as well, so the instructors really push you and actually come around and correct your form. the attention they give you makes it feel like you have a personal trainer!
ps. don’t forget to partake in a cold lavender+mint spa towel after your work out! only found out about these after taking one of joey’s TRX classes — he’s great and always hands them out after his bootcamp and TRX classes.

This is a great studio. Clean, stylish, friendly staff.
I originally bought a Living Social one-​month pass to try Barre Amped because I thought it was ballet inspired. Some of it was, the rest was more pilates-​based but it was still a great workout and Jessica was an excellent instructor so I’d still recommend you try that class.
The real reason I wanted to write a review is because of Brittany. She’s amazing — one of the best fitness instructors I’ve ever met: patient, knowledgeable, personable.
The only down side is that my schedule changed and I couldn’t make it to her time slot anymore. I really miss training with her.
I like the clients who go there too. Everyone is friendly.
If I could work my timetable better I’d definitely schedule more classes.

I purchased a Living Social voucher for Body Balance Hawaii for 1-​month of unlimited classes. It was great to try out the different classes and instructors to get a feel for the place. I really enjoyed the Barre Amped & TRX Burn classes.
The studio is located right next to The Butik on Kapiolani Blvd. There was always parking in the back, which made it very convenient. The studio itself is still fairly new so it’s very clean! The classes are very small and intimate so I liked how the instructors could give each person more attention and watch everyone’s form.
I would definitely recommend trying out this place!

I tried out the free week of unlimited classes in the new Body Balance Burn Studio. I had been to the adjacent Pilates Reformer studio (which they still have) a while back, but was excited to see the new studio for group classes.
You can register and pay for a class online to make sure you have a spot secured, but walk-​ins are okay too. They offer TRX, Barre Amped, Pilates mat, Yoga, and boot camp classes.
I was especially interested in the Barre Amped class since I read about these ballet inspired workouts. The class was a blend of Pilates and yoga, and not so much dance. I really liked the Sunday morning class. There were a few guys in the class too, and the warm up dumbbell arm exercises kicked everyone’s butts.
The yoga class I stayed for was empty. Okay honestly, it was just me — which was great for me, but a shame because the instructor was excellent. You don’t need a mat, they have lots there for you to use for free.
The TRX classes were great too. Lots of variations of exercises and the class was small so you get a lot of personalized attention.
The studio was beautiful — brand new floors & equipment, mirrored, air conditioned, and tinted windows… It was just really empty. I hope more people go to check it out because I really think they have something great going on here. They have a pretty full schedule of classes, but I wish they had more Barre Amped classes after work hours.
The free week was awesome, and there’s an intro month special for $ 99 for 10 classes. I’ll probably go back for the intro month, but the classes get a little pricey after that.

Excellent Barre Amped classes. Only studio in Hawaii. excellent results. Check it out
Free first week!!!