Island Club and Spa

I’ve been a member for over 2 years now and I really like it. It is clean. Sometimes I overhear the cleaning staff and you can tell they take pride in their work. The folks at the front desk are really great too, they take the time to remember your name and are very friendly. If you are looking for a personal trainer I would recommend asking for Kaz, his workouts are challenging and fun. If you need a massage after working out try to book Kahea, she is trained in different massage styles so can adapt her style to you.

Had a chance to visit and work out for a week at this spa. While it’s new and has decent equipment, it is dirty in the work out area. The machines are dirty and dusty all week long. I can tell no one wipes the machines or sweeps the floors. I can tell because I see the same dirt, hair and papers on the floor that was there earlier in the week. Management needs to step up and take a look around their establishment.

I think it’s time for an update! :) I can now officially say I am a member as of last year! :) It’s still as great as I thought when I was trying out the place, but now I have seen a lot of this place!
PARKING: Yes, they do offer FREE valet parking but if you’re like me and would prefer to park your own vehicle, they have a parking garage (driveway is right across of Chun Wah Kam at the stop light) with designated stalls. All you have to do is buzz in and show your membership card! I believe you can park here if you’re receiving the one week guest pass. Just show your pass. (Directions provided at the intercom/​gate.)
CLASSES: What I love the most is taking classes since I often have little motivation to workout on my own. I can find every excuse possible to back out of exercising. The funny thing is once I get my butt there, I’m in my own happy world and can stay there for hours. They have such a huge variety of classes and at a bunch of different times from the early morning to late at night! Of course, most classes are designed around cardio but they have a few that really test your muscular strength and mental strength. My favorites? Cardio Combat and Island Spin! :) Promise you’ll get in a good sweat. Or I’ll buy you ice cream: P
EQUIPMENT: Then, there’s always the weightlifting/​cardio section. Equipped with tons of treadmills, stationary bikes, stairs, ellipticals. Each of the machines have TV, internet, solitaire, and make believe trail courses! I can run 5+ miles on it because I’m distracted and not even thinking about how tired I am! And then there’s the weights. For some people, lifting weights can get intimidating. However, lifting at Island Club and Spa makes me feel comfortable. They got you covered on pull ups, push ups, squats, etc. The only thing they’re missing is a platform so no real area to do dead lifts, power cleans, etc. Road to super fit Traci in 2016! :)
LOCKER ROOMS/​SAUNA: As stated in my previous review, they have all the supplies you really need (shampoo, conditioner, body wash, lotion, gel, hair spray, Listerine, q-​tips, cotton balls, razors, shaving cream). If you have a sensitive scalp, bring your own stuff. Towels are provided and are nice and fluffy unlike your typical 24 Hour Fitness ones. I’ve never really used the sauna/​jacuzzi since that’s not really my thaaang, but I’ve seen it and it’s clean!
MEMBER PERKS: They provide free daily newspaper (limited supply), free coffee/​tea in the morning, the last Wednesday of every month is Wine Down Wednesday. You can enjoy complimentary pupus, live music, some wine, and the company of fellow members. So, you’re probably wondering how much this all costs right? Well, I guess it depends if they have specials and what not. Let’s just say when you pay enough, you’ll be sure to make use of your membership. But, they limit membership and you can really see that when you walked into a relatively empty facility. Only downfall that kinda bothers me is that their WiFi is down more often that usual. Worth a try! Maybe try a free week first! :)

An extremely clean and terrific spa and gym. I’m practically a clean freak, and I’m very picky when it comes to my gym equipment. But most importantly, the staff at the spa is what makes the difference. They are always there to help and assist you in everything you need. The only downside is that they can be a bit pricy, and they are not open 24 hours.

I’m so glad I found this place. Island Club & Spa has everything I been looking for in a fitness center and much more. Whether I want a rugged workout or just somewhere to relax after surfing, golfing, work or whatevas this place has me covered. I’ve always enjoyed steamrooms and they have the nicest one I’ve ever been in here. The menthol crystals in the steam is a huge plus. One of the managers Tony gave me the tour and less than a half hour later I was using the facilities. Staff is super friendly and helpful as well. There is no riff-​raff lurking around like ymca and other places and the crowd is minimal even during peak hours. I usually have steamroom and jacuzzi all to myself. Well worth the money in my opinion. Easy 5 stars.

This is the cleanest, most luxuries fitness and spa facility in the entire Pacific. The staff is friendly, accommodating to everyone.
Management is responsive and proactive in keeping members happy, engaged, and focused on an active lifestyle and healthy living. It’s even in the mission and vision statement. The very core of this club’s being is to always strive to incorporate and integrate the newest and most cutting edge technologies and equipment to so that members can focus on what matters most – their health and fitness.
Services offered are varied with a deep assortment to appeal to everyone’s interests and needs. If there is a service you wish to see, go visit management, they have an open door policy open to all sorts of ideas.
The club offers complementary valet parking, and a café with a wonderful assortment of healthy cuisine, as well as food offerings gluttons like myself can indulge in once in a while.
There’s always space to workout during the club’s «rush hour,» and membership culture is very welcoming. When you want to workout, you can workout hard. Members generally help one another when asked, or they keep to themselves. If you want to kickback, there’s always someone friendly to kick it with.
I’ve been with this club’s management for ten years – even came with them from another location. This location makes the last one look like a rundown Gold’s Gym complete with overly roided out geriatrics. So the move was worth it, and I am a member for life.
Keep in mind that this is a luxury fitness club. So the clientele is primarily of the demanding sort. You can’t please them all, as I can see by reading some of the past «one star reviews.» I’ve seen some of these members in-​person at the front desk, and there is no pleasing these people. Island Club & Spa staff and management can only be blamed for doing their best at trying to accommodate – and then appease – a difficult, entitled person of whom the world revolves around in their head.
With that, I guarantee that you will not be disappointed by visiting, joining, and becoming part of this family. Give them a call and join today!

Very good and clean gym. Friendly staff. Group classes and personal training are super.

I’ve never been a regular gym-​goer but I really needed to get my fitness on so I tried Island Spa out per my mom’s recommendation. They make working out as painless as possible – I think it’s very appropriate that they call it a «Club and Spa» rather than a «gym.» It’s very clean and I feel like I’m in a hotel. The locker room including the showers are immaculate and I feel more comfortable getting ready there than I do at home. The group ex classes are great and the instructors are friendly and helpful. Honestly I probably wouldn’t have been able to develop the good habit of working out on a regular basis if I had joined any other gym.

This is definitely «Luxury» Fitness!!! Very Clean and Open, there’s tons of Open Equipment!
It thought my workout may take a little longer if this place was packed but to my surprise i was in longer but not because my workout took longer!!! I was using the Spa that they have inside! They have hot tub, sauna, and a STEAM ROOM!!! I didnt see a cold water tub so i just used the shower… This is definitely a place to at least go check out. they have all you need with half the people and hassle! Speaking of hassle they even had free valet parking!

I haven’t been a member here very long, but since trying out this place from using my groupon upon it’s expiration, I was definitely impressed and fully satisfied. This gym isn’t like your average 24 hour fitness or UFC. Overall from all the gyms i’ve tried, Ive used excuses from negative experiences to fully support my lack of commitment in going.
Don’t get me wrong, Island Club isn’t the cheapest membership out there, but I do feel you get your monies worth for the following reasons:
— CLEAN
i LOVE that this place is clean. It’s good to know that even if there lacks some respect by the previous weight user or bench warmer, they’re fully staffed to have someone come around cleaning. I’ve used machines and benches at other gyms where it smells like someone DIED on it. The dedication of this place in up keeping it’s cleanliness is great and supports a more positive atmosphere of a workout.
— AMENITIES
Lets start with parking… unfortunately they lack stalls for parking your own vehicle, but try to offset the situation by offering free valet parking directly in front. Not to mention that there is absolutely NO time limit. At previous gyms, such as 24 hour, there is a 3 hour time limit. Not here, which helps alleviate the pressure of rushing through a workout or getting dressed fast. This is a major since sometimes I want to study for class after a workout or before.
Towels? They NEVER lack in quality or quantity of supplying towels. Even at the most peak times of use, towels are always available. This again justifies previous gyms where I was denied any towel because they didn’t have any or I was limited to just one. I also benefit greatly due to working out before work and have no worries about drying my towel or carrying one around!
The showers are clean, and offer all toiletries just in case you forget yours. No lock? no problem! they have digital lockers and although down at the moment, they supply locks at the front, key or code so just ask.
Spending more than the acceptable norm for a gym membership can come off crazy and well stupid, but you really get what you pay for. I’ve never been so happy and satisfied with any previous gym until Island Club. Sure it’s expensive, but more of a push to get my ass up and workout and put my money to good use.

I can’t say enough about this place! First of all, the facilities are always kept clean, the staff is always friendly, and the trainers are experts in their field.
The last gym I had been at was nothing like this. Island Club and Spa takes ‘Aloha’ seriously, and always finds the time to explain things or to help with any issue. It’s like a big family here. I love being a member here. JKJ ~

The ambiance of this gym is just so wonderful. As soon as you get your car valeted in the front & walk through the doors you are created with smiling & happy employees. I feel like the lightening really makes this place look special.
I am not a member of this gym, but I have come twice for massages (1 & 1.5 hours) with Randall who does wonders! He did a great job & made me feel very comfortable & relaxed! I highly recommend booking with him!
I also had a facial the first time I came in May & it was delightful. It was right after my massage & I felt so relaxed that I ended up falling asleep for about a third of it.
If you don’t bring your own lock you are able to use the lockers with the digital pass codes to keep your things safe. There are 4 showers & about 5 restroom stalls to use. The amenities available are towels, shampoo, conditioner, shower gel, shaving cream, razors, mouth wash, hair dryers, styling spray, spray deodorant & lotion.
If you want to pamper yourself for a few hours & relax this is the place to go!

So glad I took the plunge and joined, it really is worth every penny. First off Randy
(one of the owners) was super cool and not pushy at all, the location is beautiful and parking is free. The facilities are top of the line and everything feels brand new. There are always people cleaning, tidying up, fresh towels, gorgeous locker rooms, steam room, sauna and Jacuzzi. The only draw back for me is there is no cold plunge or pool. But thats ok because its still worth it and its not overly crowded. This will definately be my home away from home!

My girlfriend and I signed up for a membership to Island Club and Spa just a little over a week ago, and already we cannot stop talking about how much we love the club, its atmosphere, and all the awesome amenities! Any gym that offers towel service, looks and smells clean, and doesn’t require me to wait for ridiculously long periods of time to use equipment or machines is a winner in my book! Additionally, the staff is friendly, there is a nice variety of group exercise classes, the cardio machines have touch-​screen monitors with TV and internet, and there is free valet! Seriously, what more can I ask for? Except maybe just one more squat rack in the weight room, hehe.
If you are thinking of starting a membership or would just like to learn more about the club, ask for Tony. He is awesome and very friendly and is always asking us how we’re doing and how we’re liking the club so far whenever we run into him. Tony was the one who helped us start up our membership and was very helpful, and I’m glad that this club has people like Tony as part of the management team.
All in all, if you’re looking for a nice «luxury gym» to work out at, where you can avoid the typical crowd you’d see at any 24 Hour Fitness, Island Club and Spa is definitely a great place to try out!

I stayed at the Koolani for a week so I purchased the facial Groupon with the one week membership at the Island Club and Spa.
The facility was top of the line. The club is pretty small but it was never crowded. I really appreciated the «exclusive» feel. The weight machines were up to date and in good working condition. The free weight area has just enough weights. The cardio area was kind of cramped but it was never full so it felt ok. The treadmill had a personal tv and even Internet!!!
The steam and sauna were therapeutic. I felt so clean and detoxified as I sweated my ass off. My skin looked amazing the week I frequented the club! Just know that there are naked ladies galore here. I personally didn’t care but I know some people aren’t comfy with this. Also there are amenities such as hair spray, deodorant, mouthwash, and q-​tips in the locker room.
The facial was great. What wasn’t so great was while I waited in the waiting area workers came in and out of a room by the facial room.
I also have one recommendation for the management. When I stopped by to «activate» my Groupon and get a quick workout in, I was not asked if I would like a tour of the facility. I thought that considering the exclusivity of the club and that I was a possible client I would’ve at least have this offered to me. Once I entered the club I did not know what was what and kinda wandered around to figure it out.
Overall, I WANT to be a member! It is such a cute club with great amenities and I love that it is not crowded. But for now I’ll have to wait due to the fact that my kids wouldn’t have care because there is no kids club. Hopefully when the kids are old enough the funds are right so that I can join this club.

A luxury fitness club to the tee.
Everything about this exercise club speaks luxury and class. Located in the Ko’olani Condominium Complex, Island Club and Spa has all the components of your ordinary gym and more, and all at just a touch better.
+ free covered parking — never once had a problem with parking, and if you do…
+ free valet parking
+ café w/​free WiFi
+ TVs everywhere, even in the locker rooms
+ multiple weight rooms
+ tons of cardio machines, with no time limit
+ daily classes (when classes aren’t in session you can use the rooms for stretching/​exercising)
+ iced water jugs
+ towels
+ posh locker rooms with customizable automatic locks (no need to bring your own!)
+ sauna and jacuzzi
+ personal training (for purchase)
+ spa services: massages, manicures, etc. (for purchase)
If you’re not already wowed, there are two HUGE factors that distinguish this fitness club from just your ordinary 24:
1) Busyness during peak periods. Or lack thereof, I should say. I’ve come at what I would think are most peak periods of the day and have never had to wait for a cardio machine. Weight rooms relatively empty too!
2) Ultra CLEAN facilities. Cleanliness is huge for me, and it constantly amazes me at how well-​maintained Island Club and Spa keeps its facilities. Heck, their locker rooms are probably even cleaner than my apartment! Fresh hand towels and bath towels are always on hand, and with shampoo, conditioner, soap, Q-​tips, lotion, and anything else you could think of needed for your shower experience, all you really need to bring to the gym is a change of clothes, and you’re set! SO convenient.
Of course, for anything that good, you must pay the price. While the monthly fee is a little out of my budget, I can see the price being worth it for active gym-​goers. I love how the membership director didn’t pressure me into a membership like other gyms do, and even the personal trainer I worked with (with my Groupon trial pass) reasoned with me when I told him all I do at the gym was run on treadmills (which I could easily do outside).
Many positive words to say about Island Club and Spa, but alas, until I hit it big in Vegas I won’t be seeing much of this gym.

It was the best idea to join this gym. Although it’s a little bit on the pricey side, it was definitely worth it! You pay for what you get. I really enjoy going to Island Club and it makes me more motivated to actually attend the classes and use the facility because it’s very clean, staff are friendly, and the people who go are friendly. I’ve actually made quite a lot of friends at this gym. I’ve been to multiple other gyms and have never made any new friends just by going to the gym. That is the best part about Island Club. I’ve also noticed that the staff who check you in actually remember my name, which makes me feel like they care. Also, Tony is very helpful and always is a friendly face at the gym. If you ever would like to inquire/​join Island Club and Spa, he will definitely take care of you.

I don’t always go to the gym but when I do I go to Island Club Spa.
(Mostly because I don’t have to bring my own towels)
The facilities are very nice. I tend to just use cardio equipment or exercise rooms but when I do venture into the weight rooms everything is pretty clean and organized. I’ve only taken one group exercise class (yoga) and it was a good class but it might not have been the right fit for me. I tend to need more instruction on how to get into poses… especially if there is a variation I can try.
What I really really like about this gym are the towels. Yes I know it’s such a silly little reason but it’s so convenient to not have to bring your own towels back and forth. Also means less laundry for me! The towels here are super fluffy and white (not like at 24 hour where they’re dingy and threadbare to say the least).
For the most part locker room etiquette is followed. There are a couple of way too naked people that just seem to be lounging in the locker room from time to time but it’s not too bad. I’ve even forgotten to lock my locker once and was AMAZED that nothing had been stolen while I was away.
I also enjoy that the café upstairs has free wifi. I’ve written many a work email from there. So if you see me sitting in the café instead of on the treadmill come and bother me until I go work out! Thanks in advance for helping me keep off the « Unilocal elite 15lbs» hahaha!

Frantic, frazzled, confused, disoriented, rude and no smiles, a few words to describe the front desk and staff at Island Club. The most friendly people are the massage therapists, and I haven’t even received a treatment yet.
Dee at front desk was exceptionally dismissive, making little to no eye contact, and looks like she was trying to do the jobs of 3 other people. I overheard she doesn’t get days off, but she could take a holiday to refresh and learn some Cusomer service on the side. A amateur hostess at a corpo chain restaurant has better skills.
Need to tone down the bleach in the jacuzzi, stung my eyes upon entering the area.
Otherwise, yes, they offer towels, lotion, razors, shampoo, water, have a juice bar, steam, sauna and über strong bleach scented jacuzzi.
I love the steam room and group fitness classes all the way, that’s why there are 3 stars. Otherwise the customer service is barely existent. My other gym offers complimentary headphones to use while at the gym also. Not this place.
My esthetician for my facial was awesome, her name was Evangeline, she was thorough and happily explained the products she was using on my skin. Suggested a salicylic peel for my next one.

I always feel so fancy when I come here! This place is in the luxury condo, Koolani, and they even offer free valet! After stopping by a dozen times, I feel it’s a fair time to write a review.
Like Emi H, I totally agree with getting a massage from Tricia! I had one from her recently and she is so worth it! She is a lot stronger than she looks and gets right into your muscles really deep. Tricia makes it hurt, but in a good way. She even follows along insertion points for muscles and knows all the right places to go. It was one of the best massages I’ve ever had!
I also tried out a personal trainer, Cooper, for a few sessions and he helped me tremendously. I thought that I had my deadlift form down pat, but he helped me to do it the correct way. My lifts have increased almost two-​fold since then! Another problem that I had was correct squat form and I have realized through his help that it actually isn’t that bad. Besides this, there were a number of other topics that he was really helpful with.
One thing that takes a little getting used to is that people like going around in the buff in the locker room. I sort of felt like I was in a nudist colony. People have no shame and confidently strut their stuff into the steam rooms, bathroom, and even the jacuzzi! I had no idea how much of a thing this was until I woke up from a nap in the jacuzzi with a great big forest near my face with a few berries and twigs! What a shocking experience!
The great thing about the bathroom and showers is that they supply lockers with electronic locks (you don’t need your own lock), shampoo, conditioner, body wash, hair gel, shaving cream, a blow dryer, mouth wash, disposable razors, towels, and other essentials at no extra charge.
The gym can take a little time to get through during peak times. It is small and they only have one of each of some of the important things like bench press and squat rack. They do have multiples of things like the lat pull down, cable row, and adjustable benches to use free weights with. Luckily it is never truly crowded and does not take too much time.
I have never taken any classes here yet, but I do plan to take the Foam & Stretch class soon because I need to stretch more. There is also a stretching pad area on the first floor and cardio machines too.
If you can afford it, I definitely recommend getting a membership here. It is a little pricey. The massage and personal training is not included in the membership cost and is by appointment only. On the plus side, their snack bar is reasonably priced with lots of healthy goodies. I must try them sometime!