The Poipu Beach Athletic Club is awesome…read more Background: We were staying in Kauai with our our group of 8 which consisted of 5 adults and 3 kids. We had a rental house in Poipu about 5 minutes from this facility. One of the perks of our rental was we had access to this facility for the duration of the stay. Our kids are twin 11 year olds and a 7 year old. I was a bit worried about not having the hotel facilities (pool) while staying in a rental house. That's why us having access to this place was so huge for our trip. We weren't here everyday, but having it as option was huge. Facilities: They have a pool with a waterslide, sandy beach area, gym facilities, athletic courts, and their own restaurant/bar. They also have poolside service for drinks and food. We ate at their restaurant the night we flew in as we were tired from the travel day. We let the kids swim then had dinner. Very convenient and the food was decent. Service: We had great service at the pool and restaurant/bar. Food/Drinks: Large selection of the usual tropical drinks. Decent selection of food. Food is good but not great. For the atmosphere though it will definitely get the job done. Prices are very reasonable for drinks. Think 11 or 12 where if you were at a resort probably closer to 20. Food Prices decent also. They had a great special on Mimosas on Saturday and Sunday during the day. Final Thoughts: This place definitely enhanced our trip immensely. We still hit the beach daily and did some activities around the island, but having this as an option was great. I would rent the same house again just because it came with access to this spot.

We took advantage of the athletic club located just across the street from Kiahua Resort, where we…read morestayed for a few days. Its prime location, a short distance from the beach, made it incredibly convenient. Kids loved the slide and a jacuzzi. The pool area was a favorite as well, with top-notch service and well-crafted drinks, though on the petite side. The food menu catered to diverse tastes, but it was the seared ahi tacos that truly stood out. Kids enjoyed chicken quesadillas and chicken strips. On certain days of the week there is also live music at the restaurant on the property. The place is well kept and seemed clean and tidy.

Friendly coach and athletes. Parking is plentiful. Stopped…read morein while on vacation and found this hidden gem inside a community center right off the main road. No sign outside but was able to find it simply by plugging in the address into my maps app. Coach Vanessa payed close attention to the athletes and coached me on proper form. Inside space is small, but outside space is big and open. There are cubbies to hold your items and a water dispenser to fill your own container. Bought some cool shirts while there. $30 drop in fee.

Kauai CrossFit in Poipu truly gets it - they create a warm, inviting community. I am neither a…read morelocal not an elite athlete but have joined them for over 20 years while on vacation and have gotten good workouts in a super positive environment. if you are a terrific athlete, you will find others like yourself. But there are also regular folks who are there to sweat and get instruction. the team really makes it successful for all. my physical condition has declined to the point where I am largely retired from CrossFit, but I still work out hard during open gym. The staff has only encouraged me and provided tips and positive reinforcement during my workout.

We stayed at the Grand Hyatt for about a week and were taking the red eye to the mainland on our…read morelast day. It was my husband's and my anniversary so he treated me to the 90 minute outside massage. They give you a locker, towels, a robe, and slippers. The co-ed area has a lap pool, two jacuzzis, and a tiny cold plunge (more like a seat). You can order food from a phone. They had iced tea and flavored water along with nuts and candied fruits. On the women's side there was a sauna and steam room that smelled like eucalyptus and a cold shower if you get too hot and a jacuzzi. There are cold small towels throughout to wipe your head, shoulders, or wherever. You wait in the ladies area before being called into a hall with bathroom along the way and rock waterfall. There's another co-ed sitting room with more tea water and apple bananas and cold small towels with recliner chairs. Then you go into a jungle looking area with small huts where you get your massage. I very much enjoyed my massage and felt like I went to outer space at least twice. I forgot my worries and came to the conclusion that I truly have none worth fretting about. I think service could've been more helpful and friendly. I came the day before to prepare but they only confirmed and did not go out of their way to help me feel welcome. They asked if they could include the service charge (i think about 20-21%) which ended up being $78, total bill was about $390. We're the type that like to tip and even more so bc we want to support the islands and the workers who feel like family to us so of course we don't mind but I can see how some ppl would given that service wasn't all that great (besides the kick-*** massage - no complaints there). In sum, it was perfect but for the price could be better. I still want to come back.

I'm not a spa guy. I've never been a spa guy. This made me a spa guy…read more We had 9 hours to kill and usually we go bowling and the beach. Wife decided we're doing something different. I'm thankful for my wife. Upon arriving i got a nice robe and fresh slides. Sweet! I was shown to the lockers to drop off my personal items. I was also able to store my big luggage in their office. It's so convenient. Everything is so clean. Limitless towels and lemon water and tea. Shaving cream and razors. Lotions and body spray. Each individual shower is lined with lava rock and has its own shampoo, conditioner, and body soap. It's a rain shower. So classy. I spent time in the pool. Then got into the whirlpool so I could get onto the COLD PLUNGE. Oh man, did that feel really good. All aches and pains gone. I did that twice. Then the eucalyptus steam room was very rejuvenating. I did that twice and topped it off with a cool coconut towel as I watched Georgia tech beat Colorado. We were there from 1pm until 7pm and it was an amazing experience. Oh yeah, they also delivered food - we ordered a turkey wrap and Cobb salad. Both delicious and filling and we didn't have to leave our lounge chairs! I felt so lazy and it was magnificent. The service was top notch. If I needed anything at all, staff was there every time. I did the wave massage thingy. Even at the strongest setting it was pretty weak. I'll just go for a human from now on. I highly recommend.

Took some yoga classes at La Vida Fitness and Wellness and enjoyed the classes. The teachers are…read morevery nice and they give you a lot of space to enjoy your practice without judgment. The sign up is easy online so that's what I have been doing. Check in is equally easy. You walk up to the desk and either give the receptionist your name or click on your name on the "check in" tablet. Classes are well organized. The two classes I attended started on time and the descriptions were accurate. Overall it was a good experience.

I've tried various group fitness classes over the years and La Vida Fitness is the best! I was…read moreregularly exercising before I joined, but I've seen measurable results around my waist and belly since joining La Vida. I contribute this to the fun and challenging Bounce classes using JumpSport rebounders. I like the variety of classes- Bounce, Pilates, Yoga, Somatic Breath, Functional Fitness, and more. I initially joined with a two week, unlimited membership to try some classes. They offer multiple memberships and class pack options. I am currently on the one year unlimited membership, which I highly recommend for people who live in the area. People visiting Kauai come to classes too. La Vida Fitness & Wellness offers a welcoming atmosphere, and excellent class instructors.

Man, shoutouts to these great guys! I traveled to Kauai for the first time and wanted to find a…read moregood BJJ academy to get some solid training in. A friend from back home recommended I check out the Longman crew and boy am I happy I did. Professors Julian & Luke are super kind and receptive. I appreciate how all the students introduced themselves to me - totally made me feel welcome. I was impressed by their sophisticated drilling (for beginners and advanced) from the beginning of class and solid rolls to follow. Finding out how many common friends I have back in CA with Professor Julian made my day. Thank you, Gentlemen - I now have my "go-to" jiu-jitsu academy on Kauai!

Awesome Brazilian jiu Jitsu academy under the Gracie jiu jitsu name. They run several classes a day…read moreincluding kids, adult and kick boxing classes. Located in the back of kukuiula store. Look for the yellow submarine. Ask for Professor Luke or Julian. Aloha

I've been doing yoga for over 20 years, but lately have been disillusioned…read more With all the "power yoga" popping up around me, and have not been practicing for a while. However, I found Rochelle's class to be just what I needed! Moving with the breath, and grounding postures were perfect for getting the body and mind going after the long flight to Kaua'i. Rochelle is very knowledgeable and is a great teacher ! The massages we had at her home were also beyond fabulous.

GEEAT lesson! Rochelle is amazing! My boys had a lesson for the first time ever and they had such…read morean awesome time! This is a MUST if you're visiting the island!

My back was full of knots and I was in desperate need of help. She was able to see me the same day…read moreI called and got me the relief I needed. She also showed me some stretches to do that could help keep the knots from coming back. Hooray and thank you!

Great massage! Showed up at the hotel on time and worked on all my problem areas. Would book again!read more

I came to Alika feeling completely empty -- disconnected from myself, numb, and unable to feel love…read moreinside. From the very beginning, he was incredibly kind and generous with his presence. He took the time to talk to me, to truly listen, and then asked me one question -- just one -- that went straight to my heart. It was exactly what I had come for, even though I couldn't name it myself. His golden hands worked with such depth and care that I left not just lighter -- but smiling. I felt like I had come back to myself. I could feel love again. It was nothing short of a miracle. Thank you, Alika -- and thank you, Universe, for guiding me to you.

As a health and fitness professional myself; CMT/ CPT, I really appreciate great body work…read more.. Alika is truly exceptional in every way. Between his hands-on, compassionate approach to healing and knowledge of the human body, mind and soul, his sessions are practically impossible to replicate. The way he combines the mental with the physical aspect, is truly life altering. He is a listener, always asking about your problem areas, mental as well as physical. He goes one step further than any therapist I've worked with previosly by uncovering possible root causes that could be creating the issue and working with you to address it. It's rare to find someone like Alika who possesses knowledge of the human form from all angles and a toolkit of techniques to heal it. As soon as you meet Alika, it's clear that his calm and collected approach to bodywork stems from within and is incredibly authentic. He cares about others, takes a genuine interest in their lives, shows sincerity, and he seems to really enjoy helping others grow. It is a true pleasure to know him. intuitive/ knowledgeable deep STRONG bodywork gentle relaxing bodywork incredible guidance