TONY IS AMAZING! Here's my story: I contacted Transformations Fitness (which I found here on Yelp) for my 10-day stay in Honolulu in February, I didn't want to get out of shape just to get back into shape when I returned to California. I signed up for Tony's semi-private sessions which seem like private sessions (his sessions are at Kaka'ako Fitness which is shared with other trainers and patrons of the fitness center). For my first session, Tony definitely took it easy on me. He took me through the stretching routine that I did at the beginning of each session. The link to routine is sent to your email with a helpful youtube clip of the stretches. Also during this first session, Tony inquired about my goals and what I wanted to work on during my training session. During my sessions that followed, Tony helped me become stronger physically and mentally throughout the short time he trained me. Tony guided me through exercises that were familiar as well as new ones. I requested that he incorporated kettle bell exercises and he followed through with that request. I enjoyed my sessions with Tony and I would definitely come back when I am back in town. You could try talking yourself out of a rep, but Tony is great at what he does and is able to coach you through your limiting beliefs and assist you through your transformation process. Thank you Tony! read more

Tony goes above and beyond to help his clients to be their best selves. He is truly inspired by fitness and a healthy lifestyle. From meal plans, personal fitness plans, engaging classes, to grocery tours, he caters to every aspect in improving your health and making it fun. You can't get better support to change and or improve your life than Tony. read more

At the turn of another birthday and after making the decision to try and really get off some of that COVID weight gain, I began to look for a trainer here in Honolulu. Fortunately I came across Tony and Transformation Fitness. I have been lucky enough to work with various trainers and workout at various gym around the world thanks to my job, but Tony's approach has truly been the best I've experienced thus far. Tony is a true professional, knows his field extremely well, and has a calm and methodical approach that really works for me. I have just finished up my first 6 months of working with him and am extremely pleased with the progress I have made in regard to weight loss, core strength, and overall fitness levels. As a man in my late 40s who has never been particularly athletic and has struggled with his weight, Tony has been very conscientious about how he approaches my workouts. I have been doing 2-3 sessions a week with him and have seen slow but steady progress. He pushes me just enough to keep me engaged, explains exactly what he needs to, but doesn't come across as pedantic or overly "coachy" to someone like myself. I'm grateful for his advice and guidance and would highly recommend him no matter what your background or fitness goals. He's an excellent trainer and I certainly wish him all the best as he continues to grow his business. read more

Transformations Fitness is basically Tony Rodriguez Larkin. I first met Tony and his girlfriend Angie at their booth at the Hawaii Bridal Expo. Angie is very warm and friendly and that encouraged me to call and make an appointment with Tony the next week. One of the things I like about Tony is that he has a Masters of Science in Exercise Science. Often times you see trainers with certifications from who-knows-where (or no certifications at all). I signed up for a package that includes two workouts a week (except for one rest week a month) and nutritional counseling (cost is about $100 a month). The workouts start at 6:15 in the morning and are circuit training style. Tony changes the work-rest interval, exercises, and props (we've used weights, bands, chairs, and medicine balls) but mostly you are using your own body weight. As an example here's what we did on Monday: 1) Reverse Lunge with Shoulder Stabilization; 2) Push Ups; 3) Burpees; 4) One Legged Hip Extensions. Before we started Tony demonstrated all the exercises and showed variations if we wanted to make it harder/easier. The class size is really small (4 ladies, including me) and he'll go up to 10 max. As for the nutritional counseling... Tony gave me a set of ten rules (e.g., eat a veggie/fruit with every meal, only eat carbs when you've "earned" them). Each week I add another rule until eventually I'm following all ten. I provided him with a three-day food diary and he gave me an analysis of that (too many carbs!). We also did a supermarket tour which involved walking around the supermarket pointing out what to go for and what to avoid. I signed up for a year. So far I haven't seen great results because I haven't really changed my diet, but I'm sure once I start following the rules in earnest (why is it SO HARD to give up the rice?) I'll start seeing changes. read more

I've been going to Tony's gym now for 2 weeks and I'd like to say... What a difference. His classes are fun and productive. If you're looking for an excellent opportunity to get in shape and maximize you're chances for outstanding health, then let the transformation begin with Tony Larkin's transformation fitness program. He'll even provide a step by step process on how to improve your diet, including a grocery store field trip! Yay field trips. :) Seriously though... The atmosphere he's created is welcoming and he gives you plenty of room to go at your own comfort level. He's even written his own book called "The Fit Formula". Credibility, Progress, Results. Thanks again Tony. read more

Great, great class! Tony Rodriguez Larkin, owner of Transformations Fitness is awesome! Each phase of his system offers new challenges and every class is packed with intense workouts for all levels. The good thing about his class is it's not only exercises. His program provides fitness challenges, workshops on nutrition/health, cooking classes, grocery store informational tours and individual monthly assessments. Classes are always interesting so you don't have time to get bored. I look forward to attending every class. There are morning and evening classes with two different locations to choose from. Both locations are air conditioned rooms! I've tried other "boot camp" classes and was turned off because each time I went; there was a different trainer for every session. I felt like "just a body" there and didn't feel like they even knew who I was. Tony teaches every class of Transformations Fitness and gets to know each student on an individual level. Tony is supportive, attentive and dedicated to helping you meet your specific goals and to achieve success in a healthier, sexier "you". Four months in... I'm stronger! Leaner! Lighter and healthier! So far, I signed up for one year. I'm looking forward to my body's transformation! So if you're looking for a workout class that's going to give results, with a great trainer, awesome group dynamic, convenient times and locations without killing or injuring your body, I would say Transformations Fitness is by far your best bet! read more

Transformations Fitness/Tony Rodriguez Larkin have helped me do a complete 180 with exercise and nutrition. Over the past year, I experienced some health problems and other set backs, and as a result I found that I had gotten completely out of shape, most of my meals were fast food, and I had a serious lack of energy. When I got the Groupon offer, I decided it was a great deal, and if I didn't like the classes, it was only a month. From the first week I was addicted. Not only were the workouts demanding, yet short, the atmosphere in the class and having Tony as the leader made them enjoyable and made me want to push myself harder each time. Tony is extremely knowledgeable about nutrition. I have learned more from Tony in the past six months than I did in high school and college courses. I now find that I am very conscious of the labels and ingredients in the food I eat. As a result of Tony's exercise and nutrition program, I feel healthier and more energetic than I have since I was in college. His positive attitude and his knowledge and dedication to what he is sharing motivates me in and outside of class. His grocery store tours, challenges and emphasis on naming and focusing on personal goals has made this the most SUCCESSFUL and POSITIVE experience I have had with a workout and nutrition program. I can't emphasize enough what a great choice this was for me!!! read more

If you want a trainer who is professional, and educated in his field of exercise and nutrition. Then Tony is it. Workouts are challenging, yet fun! You will definitely get results and Tony is always willing and helpful with nutrition tips and education. Recommend! read more

My co-workers were talking about this boot-camp exercise program and told me how they loved it and were seeing results. When one of them told me about this deal on Living Social, I said to myself, "Okay, I can do this!" Having never experienced a boot-camp like workout before, my first experience with Tony Rodriguez-Larkin's metabolic resistance workouts has been awesome! Mind you, I'm not the fittest nor have the greatest endurance, but I really wanted to be able to regain my muscle strength in my upper body. I can say that after 4 weeks of working out with Tony I can finally do a plank & side plank hold with greater stability in my yoga classes! Hooray! I attended his ABS workouts which are (yay!) not your ordinary ABS sit-ups/crunches work-outs, but full body strength building. I actually really like the ABS workouts, to help me continue on this strengthening journey. The short-workouts capture my wandering attention span and keep me engaged and focused (yet results proven). I learned a lot of new things on the grocery tour which was also fun yet educational. The after-burn following the workouts is the best thing! read more

Tony and Transformations Fitness is more than just exercising, it is about changing your life for the better in every aspect. Tony incorporates everything from nutrition and diet to changing mindsets and bad habits to bring out the best in you. When I first started I could barely make it up 3 flights of stairs without getting winded. Now I have lost nearly 10 pounds and gained so much energy and stamina that I can make it up the Koko Head trail! Tony has a great way of quietly motivating you and tapping into potential that you never knew was there, until you stop and realize how much you have progressed after you are done with the workouts. The workouts are based on high intensity intervals so you are in and out within less than an hour, but trust me you will burn a bunch of calories! Tony is also very knowledgable and can adjust the exercises to your needs (ex. injuries, flexibility, etc.) so you don't feel intimidated about going to the classes. And, Tony adds a lot of variations after each cycle so you never have the same workout twice. I highly recommend anyone and everyone to give Transformations Fitness a shot--you will be surprised at how far you can go! read more

I think the best review I can give of Transformations Fitness and its sole proprietor, Tony Rodriguez Larkin, is to immediately state that, as of my writing this, I've been a client for 6+ years continuously. Like any patronage, I wouldn't continue it if the business wasn't worthy of my money and/or time. This one is, and Tony is the reason why. What I value about Transformations Fitness is that it's more than a fitness program, it's a lifestyle program. Tony teaches habits, techniques, and thought processes which will help alter your perceptions of how you live, for the better. (I like to think this is the reason Tony went with the word "Transformations" in the business name.) In addition, there's strong nutritional guidance which has been my favorite part of the program and likely where I've gained the most benefit. To this day he shares his insights in all these areas in (at least) monthly newsletters with the latest techniques, trends, and discussion points which I very-much look forward to. I'd also like to note Tony is a man of incredible character. Early in my tenure as a client he held a challenge, which he routinely does to help motivate the client base in new ways, and made a mistake in calculating the results. After the prizes had been awarded a member noted the mistake in the calculations. I had been part of a duo originally declared the winner, which turned out to be in error. I watched Tony humbly admit the error, pay the prize to the (correct) winners, and when my partner and I tried to give our prizes back he insisted we keep them, likely meaning he operated that challenge at a loss. I noted this and have never forgotten it. Though I have seen many examples of his character throughout the years I thought this was a good one to share. You always feel better giving your money to someone you know works hard, is humble, and will do the right thing. Regarding the workouts, there are three options offered: group, semi-private, and private, each getting progressively more expensive because the individual time dedicated to them member increases. I find the best value in the semi-private sessions because it's a great balance of (trainer dedicated) member time vs. cost. The workout is individually tailored and he focuses more on you early in your 5-week program and it tapers off in later weeks as you get used to the routine. When the workout changes, in line with your goals, the cycle begins anew. He's never absent from your workouts, checks on you routinely to validate form, and always accessible, if need be. If you want more personalized attention, private workouts are an option, at cost. For a more value-friendly option there are group workouts but remember, though there is some variance in intensity where he can, the dynamics of a group workout make it that, in some ways, you're always somewhat beholden by the least-capable member of the group. My strong recommendation is for the semi-privates, which is where I've seen most of his long-term clients gravitate, some in conjunction with group sessions. Remember you'll get out of it what you put in - in lifestyle, nutrition, and exercise. Transformations Fitness is no different. In Tony you'll find a great motivator and communicator which are highly effective tools for a personal trainer. If you come by you'll find a cadre of long-term clients who will echo what I've said above. I look forward to you joining us! read more

Going with this method of working out is really the smart way about getting healthy with the least impact on your body. Ive taken boot camp classes throughout the country and I have to say that he incorporates the good part of what they try to achieve but without the injury of the high impact. This is the first time I've been able to workout consistently yet still feel the soreness but no joint pain r other related injuries to getting a good workout. Tony is a wealth of knowledge as well. The nutritional info he provides is almost like enrolling in a nutrition class yourself. His grocery store tour is amazing in how he is able to break down the complicated process of knowing what is the better choice when shopping for groceries. He teaches life skills basically to help you live a better life. I highly recommend enrolling in his classes. read more

I'm not one to write reviews or post a bunch of stuff on social media, yet TF gets me to do this with great vigor as part of one of the latest challenges I decided to join in on since I was in a bit of a fitness slump. Best decision ever. Everything that Tony said it would provide has rung true and then some. I'm excited to workout and to get outside. I've seen friends I haven't seen in awhile and done new hikes I've never been on. I've learned a bunch of new things, reinforced great nutrition habits that had slipped, and most importantly, I've had a great time. Not only that, I love TF's semi-private workouts; they're varied, challenging in a good way, and I feel totally comfortable working out with all different kinds of equipment in the gym. I feel strong, have lots of energy, and feel more in control of my health and well-being than I have in a very long time. Oh, and I know it's not the most important metric, but I've lost 15 lbs and have kept it off! And I'm not done yet. Thanks TF for the support. read more

Great class. Loved the results Tony was able to provide and willing to show and help push you to achieve success. I would say try his class out for sure. He even offers grocery shopping tours to help you see what you should be getting from the stores. and the group atmosphere helps you stay motivated everyone is in the same boat and everyone helps out. read more

I have been working with Tony since October 2010, and I will summarize at the beginning by saying, "why aren't you working with Tony?" There is no doubt that serious exercise is hard work, strenuous and tiring, but without hard work you don't get results. Tony is a result master. He is extremely motivational without being negative, without being overbearing and certainly he is not demeaning in his approach. Tony challenges his clients at every turn but never with anything that they cannot accomplish. He encourages every step of the way, and at the end of the hour you sometimes wonder if you would have made it without him. A great feature of his training is that each three week course of exercise is different, and within the three weeks, each day of the week is different, so if there is an exercise you really hate (or fear LOL) you only see it certain times. Joking aside keeping it mixed up keeps it interesting and challenging. Last, because of his academic background and athletic experience he understands the conditioning process, and he is able to tailor his program to your individual needs. Everything is done with a specific purpose which makes it very efficient. Now for the results. I have lost some weight, but more importantly I have lost inches around the mid section which was a goal. Health indicators have improved, and strength has increased noticeably. Even more important is that my body has become conditioned to use the core muscles in every day tasks which allows me to leverage the overall strength I've gained. I attribute the "only" moderate weight loss to the fact that I do not follow Tony's nutritional guidelines exactly. I have adapted them somewhat to my life style, but that is a personal choice. It makes the results come a little slower, but again that is my choice. I'm sure if I hunkered down to his prescribed eating patterns I would see more rapid weight loss. Every day when I take the puppy for a walk I pass a well known gym that has a boot camp, and I see their clients doing some really strange things in the name of exercise. It makes me really glad that I found Tony Rodriguez Larkin. read more

I have participated in Tony's "express" boot camp classes since July 2010. Prior to that I was just running about 18 miles a week with zero results. My main motivation was to get in shape before my high school reunion but also incorporate a program that I could stick too long term. I took a boot camp class awhile back in the mainland taught by former military instructor that lasted for 60 minutes. I felt empowered doing it ONCE but the thought of returning for a second class for pure pain and torture and just counting the minutes until it was done was just not gonna happen! Thank god I found Tony because his express boot camp consists of 5-10 minutes of stretching beforehand followed by a 20 minute full body workout that works and challenges every muscle with rest intervals in-between. I kid you not the 20 minutes fly by and before you know it your done and ready for a relaxing finishing stretch and a brief discussion of personal weekly goals in regards to nutrition. Each exercise phase usually lasts for about 3 or 4 weeks and then guess what there is a "RECOVERY WEEK". During the recovery week session Tony provides you online mini workouts and stretches to do at home. This time is essential to get your body ready for the next phase. During recovery week I resume my running for additional cardio and to enjoy the outdoors in beautiful Hawaii. I am enrolled in the morning sessions so class begins at 6:15am and I am usually home by 7am ready to start my day. I am a small business owner so I am ready to tackle just about anything after my workout. I highly recommend purchasing Tony's "PLAY HAWAII" which expires at midnight tonight or coming for a FREE trial week. You will be amazed at how you feel! read more

Tony is a great trainer. I have enjoyed working with him as my trainer. He has helped me learn about my eating habits, how to weight train. I have learned a lot since I have started training with Tony. I have lost weight and body fat % too. I can't wait to continue to lose more read more

Tony is a great trainer who is able to get the best effort out of you-even if you don't think you can do the exercises! Tony also emphasizes a balanced lifestyle-incorporating nutrition, outdoor activities, and stress management into his programs so that you can keep the gains going outside the gym. read more

If you're looking for an effective workout that doesn't take a lot of time try Transformation Fitness (TF) Metabolic Workout. The class lasts 45 minutes from warm-up to cool-down. Each exercise has 3 levels so it's easy enough for the newbie and challenging enough for the more experienced. The exercise room is small but there's enough space for 12. Since the class is small Tony, the trainer, is able to provide individualized attention. He'll give tips on improving form and encouragement to complete the reps. There are a lot of extra bennies like the newsletter, A.B.S. classes, the supermarket tour, the nutrition guide but my favorite benny is the home exercise video. It comes in the form of an instructional video which shows how to do the exercise. A mp3 provides a means to time the exercise. It's much like what is done in the class. Overall my experience has been very positive. read more

I highly recommend Tony's class to anyone who is serious about getting in better shape. I've been motivated and exercising 2-3 times a week in last 3 months. His class are fun and intense and he caters the exercise to different levels depending on your fitness abilities. I am also a primary care physician and someone with pre-diabetes, so although I am busy, by making time to go to Tony's class, it has helped me toned down and exercise does wonders for the stress level. i highly recommend this class if you live in the area and looking for an effective work-out regimen 2-3 times a week. read more

I signed up for the Living Social deal not really knowing what I was in for. I loved it, well as much as one can love hard intense workouts, during the four weeks I felt myself getting stronger and keeping the intensity of each exercise during the allotted time. I have never sweated so much in my life and I have been going to gyms for years. The followup is great. Tony sends out emails on a regular basis with heaps of information, the ABS class is intense but I left satisfied I made a difference to my body. I haven't attended the supermarket tour yet but intend to soon. Thanks for the continued encouragement and look forward to receiving the at home workout sessions soon. read more

Transformations Fitness in Oahu is one of the best. I have tried many, many gyms/trainers and found that I love this workout. It's short, hard and very effective. Tony is very knowledgeable and keeps the classes interesting and fun. I started with a Living Social coupon and have come back several times for the challenges. The challenges are fun and each workout session is different which helps with boredom and plateaus. I have seen great results over all and have gained my strength and confidence back. Definitely give them a call and see what they can do for you! Thank you Tony and Transformations Fitness! read more

I have never enjoyed sweating so much! I feel good, sweat plenty and leave with s smile on my face. The trainers actually care about if you're doing it correctly and want everybody to reach their full potential. I recommend this program to anybody that wants to work on themselves physically and needs a little assistance along the way. Super fun lessons and music and the small studio makes it private enough for you to go all out. I love #TFLife read more

One of the best decisions I ever made was to workout at Transformations Fitness! The workouts helped me feel great and the results I achieved made me feel even better! I first attended Transformations Fitness at UH then I signed up for the evening workouts at the Ward area gym. Tony is great at what he does and the workouts never leave you feeling bored. The program is great because you not only get great workouts but Tony also gives you great nutritional advice. Tony explains the reasoning behind everything he does and was always willing to answer any and all of my questions. Tony truly cares about you and wants to see everyone succeed. If you're looking to get into shape and see results join Transformations! Tony provides the guidance and you add the work which will give you results! (Take advantage of all the tools you receive at Transformations) I also have to mention that working out in a group setting was great because I got to meet some great people with similar goals and we helped keep each other motivated. Thanks again Tony! Keep up the good work! I would definitely recommend Transformations Fitness! read more

Transformations Fitness is an efficient and effective comprehensive workout program. Tony is an amazing trainer that will encourage you to put forward your best effort and will work with you to keep you on the path to success. He sincerely wants you to succeed. In his classes I was introduced to a wide variety of circuit training exercises that I've never seen before. By the end of each workout session I was sweating and feeling stronger than I have in a long time. His fitness knowledge doesn't just end with exercise; he is a wealth of nutritional information about healthy eating and creating an overall healthy lifestyle. He is patient and approachable. He makes it easy to learn how to incorporate healthy habits into a busy lifestyle. Because of Tony and Transformations Fitness I have finally been able to lose those stubborn pounds and develop healthier eating habits. I would highly recommend Tony to anyone looking for a challenging yet efficient workout program that will produce results. read more

I believe that Tony and his Transformation Fitness Program present an innovative, total approach to overall health, knowledge, and well-being. Tony is totally committed to helping his clients become the best and fittest they can be, as he combines a unique exercise program with excellent tips on nutrition, advice on what to look for when food shopping, a cooking demo, and a website that reinforces his teachings. He believes in helping one live a healthy lifestyle rather than just going on a diet and exercising. Never before have I experienced such dedication and commitment from an instructor to his clients, and it's easy to see that Tony really wants them to succeed at meeting their personal goals. Everyone works at their own pace, and Tony is very patient, knowledgeable, and proficient in guiding clients through exercises, offering alternative methods of achieving results if required. He is very akamai about nutrition as he educates and steers clients to adopting better eating habits, and even takes them on a supermarket tour outside of the regular class session--now that's real dedication! Tony never yells or speaks harshly, but offers continuous encouragement, inspiration, and guidance as he gently goads clients to go further and challenges them to challenge themselves. I always felt special as he gave me the same amount of attention whether I was the only one in a session or part of a larger group, and just knew that he wanted me to do well. Tony is always open to discussion on topics of interest, always spends time to address any questions one may have, will always investigate to find answers to those he may not know, and makes the extra effort to keep in touch with his clients as necessary. If one is honestly interested in improving their lifestyle and learning how to better care for their total being, Tony and his program are a definite must try. I will always be grateful for the experience and knowledge I've gained, and to Tony for his ability and willingness to share. read more

I've been through the YMCA, ZUMBA, and exercise on my own. Signed up with Tony beginning of July 2012 through Living Social looking for an exercise to motivate and strenghen my body. I wanted to go to an exercise as a routine and commit I mentioned to him not sure I would be able to do the exercise because of my weak knees. The first day he was on a business trip. His assistant took over the class and worked with me. That day,he called and followed up with me to see how I was doing and thats what made me stay in the program. He follow up with the students and worked with them. Transformation Fitness includes the Metabolic Group Fitness, AB Workout, Group Challenge Workout, Food Grocery Store, Challenge classes and many more to come. Not sure, I did not mentioned I've been in a class with the young and not so young myself (60+).My clothes size two size smaller, my weight is less, self confidence, and much happier. Had my comments from friends and co workers - wow you look good. If anyone looking for a workout, great results, self confidence, Tony Larkin Personal Trainor, Master of Science in Exercise is the trainor to get in touch. If you want results and wow you look good!. Tony Larkin is the Personal Trainor to get results read more

Am loving the work outs. Great people in the classes. It's great for folks at all different levels and I like that I'm getting a work out AND feeling accomplished at the same time. It's not like other "bootcamp" experiences I've had. Tony takes his time in explaining the exercises, demonstrating, answering questions, and is consistently watching to ensure that everyone is doing the exercise correctly. read more

My first experience with Transformation Fitness was doing a scavenger hunt fitness challenge. I found it was such a creative way to get me to look at what I could do differently in my life to improve my health and fitness. Through the challenge we were able to participate in the Group Metabolic workouts. Having recently had my second baby and multiple joint injuries including a hip replacement, I didn't think I was going to be able to keep up and I was wrong. Tony made sure to modify certain activities to ensure that I got the most effective workout. His personal attention was gentle and reassuring and made me want to keep going. The amount of information Tony has to share about health, fitness and food is pretty incredible. I am so glad I followed a friends suggestion to join this challenge. It has inspired me to look at what I can do different for my health and if nothing else to get up and move my body more often! read more

The facility was brand new, very clean, and a gem in disguise. Great location if you live in the Kakaako area. If you are looking for an experience that will provide you with diversity in terms of working out exercises this location has a it. A fitness schedule is posted in the front entrance for members to view. The restrooms were nice and clean, there are a few lockers for members to use. Parking is not the best a nice walk to the gym or jog would be best to avoid not finding parking. The class I took was a high intensity workout with Tony Rodriguez Larkin, it was a fun experience my goal is to get back into fitness , and lose roughly 15 pounds. I like group classes Tony's class was fun, I met a few people that had similar goals as myself which was a plus. Tony was very attentive to members in the class he ensured proper form was maintained and the exercises were well thought out. I would recommend his class. I would have ranked this a 5 but parking is not the best, I have a motorcycle which made it easier for me aside from that great instructor, great atmosphere, for sure a place to check out. read more