My Wife and I dropped in on 1/14 and 1/16 while visiting friends in Hilo. Tauren and Gen are…read morefantastic hosts and Coaches. Their community treated us like family. The WODs were well thought out and they were really good about checking in for injuries and scaling. Class size at 8am was perfect and they made sure to pay attention to each and every person. We got a warm welcome on our first day and upon our return. We purchased two t-shirts and they waived our drop in fees, allowing us to drop in for the rest of our trip. They had plenty of equipment to go around and everything was meticulously organized. So grateful to go on vacation and feel like you're working out with your family at home. If we ever move to Hilo, this would definitely be the gym we go to. Until then...we'll be back every time we visit. Mahalo.

I dropped in for a workout while visiting Hawaii for the first time. Tauren was the couch and he…read morewas very nice and motivating/encouraging during the WOD which I really appreciate. $10 for drop in. I ended up buying a tshirt for $25 instead of the drop in fee. Something I know I'll wear and as a souvenir of Hawaii. I like that the class was very well structured. Workouts are definitely scale able and encouraged if you feel like you can't so Rx. They have all the basics of a CrossFit gym- assault bikes, rowers, racks, boxes for box jumps, rings. Well maintained gym and would highly recommend.

Penn Fitness & Training Center stands out because it blends the grit of a true training gym with…read morethe warmth of a community hub, creating an atmosphere where people feel both challenged and supported. The space is packed with everything from heavy weights and functional training tools to dedicated mat rooms for striking and grappling, giving members the freedom to train however they want. What really elevates the place is its deep MMA heritage--decades of local fighters, coaches, and everyday people pushing each other to get better. It's the kind of gym where you walk in and immediately feel the energy: no ego, just hard work, real coaching, and a sense of belonging that keeps people coming back.

When in Hilo, gotta honor the legends that created greatness. Drove by this spot and here was our…read moreexperience. AMBIANCE: Parking: Street parking so be sure to come early. Feels: The spot is nothing flashy, just your usual grit and grind town. The space itself is pretty spacious with all the equipment needed to get that workout from sparring, weight lifting, or cardio. TL; DR OVERALL: 4 Stars. Promising spot. It would be great to get a workout here to channel in that gold standard mentality. Hope to check this spot out next time. TIPS: * Members only

Guest review 6/10/26. 10$ day pass and 1$ waters…read more I can't even get McDonald's in Hawaii for 10$, but a day pass here? That's good value. This is a bare bones gym with real weights and well loved equipment. This gym is really great for what it is. The miss at the front counter is nice and direct. (They take wiping down equipment very seriously.). Not a ton of cardio equipment (1 of each) but this is a small gym, maybe 3000 square feet +/-. Has sufficient dumbbells and free weights. Nice little mix of machines with a couple plate loaders thrown in. It's only 5 minutes or so from downtown. Would recommend to anyone visiting Hilo on holiday

It's an ok old school gym with all the equipment you need. The machines are not the newest, but…read morewill do. The day pass is $10. I would say that the man in the front is not the friendliest person. Upstairs is where you'll find the cardio machines, medicine balls, and mats. There is no sink in the restroom.

I have been going to transformations gym for over a year and love it! The trainers are all so…read morepositive and encouraging- it is a great place to workout- great atmosphere, and machines. It's clean and well organized

The instructors here definitely don't teach real pilates! When I looked them up on the National…read morePilates Certification website none of them are nationally certified but they market them selves as that. The owner is very unprofessional with returning phone calls, managing issues with class cancellations or customer packages and refunds, and the studio is much more about aesthetic than anything else. I wouldn't recommend this place to anyone.

This studio is for REAL. It offers effective, efficient classes that give you space to do and feel…read moreyour best. I have left every class sweaty, tired, and feeling better about life. Special shout out to Lacy, queen of workout mixes and meditations!

Stopped in again to see about joining but unfortunately the bathroom situation has not changed. New…read moreone is still under construction. And that's perfectly fine but the rust situation is still bad for the weight racks and plates. I'm not OCD but it's so bad it's a deal-breaker for me.

Good vibes! Best customer service! The only gym open early and closed later than the rest...read more

Where do I start. HiloYoga Shala is such a beautiful studio. Colee Garr has a created a sacred…read morespace that is artfully done with a simple altar and beautiful glass blown overhead lights and beautiful hardwood floors. It is conducive to a very spiritual practice. I think the Yoga Shala has the two best yoga teachers in Hilo I started with Saturday Ashatanga led classes with Colee once a week at 8 am, and immediately changed my work schedule so I can attend her morning Mysore classes. Colee is an amazing, extremely knowledgeable and beautiful teacher. I have been practicing yoga for over 13 years, and her cues and adjustments have significantly improved my strength, alignment and overall practice even more. I feel and noticed my body dramatically changed since her classes. Kristen Coyle's afternoon vinyasa classes are amazing. I so look forward to her classes. Friends think I am crazy for taking two classes a day, but I hate missing their classes. Kristen has spiritual message at the start of her class that really comes from her heart. She has amazing yoga sequences and no two classes ever feel the same. Sweaty and challenging, the class will keep you engaged and motivated. She never seems to have a bad day, always full of passion and so intuitive and caring in every class, and then..so blissful at end of class. I feel so blessed to have the Shala here in Hilo.

From Los Angeles and did a drop in class with Colee at Hilo Shala. Colee is so welcoming, lovely…read moreand inviting. It's a family run yoga business and feels so different than the power yoga classes in LA. I did a fundamentals class and it was perfect and exactly what I needed for tuning my body while on vacation. I will be back. Thanks Colee for the wonderful experience.

I came to several classes over my two week $20 trial. The teachers are kind and very knowledgeable…read more I went to a Tuesday night relaxation class. I felt so much better after the positions we stretched in. On Saturday I went to the Pilates. I loved that class! Such a wonderful place to find your balance. For the Saturday class- get there early! It's a popular one for good reason!

Love this place! After years of working at the desk and wrecking my body, I am so happy to have…read morefound Balancing Monkey to help me work back to a place of balance. The teachers (Rachel and Vicky) are caring and take extra time to make sure the right progress is being made, all the while making me work! I hope to be attending classes here for a long time.