HI-Performance Pilates

This place just moved to Kaimuki on 12th st. right above the Hale Vietnam restaurant. (It used to be in Kapahulu), so I decided to give it a try. Very nice and professional set up and studio. I had never done Pilates before so this was a new experience for me. Wow. Totally blown away by the 1 hour session/ class I took. You can totally feel what Pilates can do for you in just one session and I now see why people go back. You learn things you didn't know how to do and use muscles you didn't know you had (or at least I didn't). I wasn't quite able to keep up with everyone else but that didn't matter at all. The owner Kareen, who runs the place, is also awesome at working with your schedule and had multiple classes and times to choose from. I highly recommend this place!

After being in the couch for 4 months - getting tired from anything I did longer then 5 minutes - I knew I needed a change. I started going to Kareen 7 months ago - now I am doing weekly mini triathalons!! I just climbed Kokohead, did a 1600m swim AND did a 45 minute spin class today!. No kidding, I have come a LONG way! And 7 months ago I could barely touch my toes and was 50lbs overweight. If you don't know where to start - If you think it's just too much to do the 24h fitness thing, or the new Boot CAmp frenzy, YOU CAN START HERE! it works..She makes your insides work better so you are ABLE to do other things. You FEEL different. You FEEL balanced. You gain flexabiity. You won't regret it. & months ago I was a couch potato accepting my fate as such. NOW I am an Equestrian ( my new found strength inspired me to persue my life long passion of horseback riding AND jumping) as well as being a weekly triathlete. Man, that sure was a good call!

Where to start!? Have been going to this studio for almost 3 years for mat classes. I can see and feel the difference pilates has made. Good for your body and mind. Kareen is encouraging and gently pushes you to your full potential. I highly recommend Hi Performance and Kareen to anyone that is thinking about giving pilates a try or looking for a great studio.Jill B.

Hi Performance Pilates has saved me from stiff shoulders, sore neck and tight back muscles. As an office worker spending hours on the computer and at a desk, Kareen at Hi Performance Pilates has worked with me to improve my posture, my physical tone and balance, and relieve the tightness in my shoulders/neck/back. The studio and equipment are immaculate. This location has ample free parking. The owner and instructor Kareen has a great rapport with her clients and prepares an individualized pilates session based on your needs. Try it! You can't go wrong.

Update from a former couch potato: I am packing for a trip to the East Coast.A pair of wool pants that did not fit well last year fit perfectly now. Thanks toKareen my body is better toned. So pleased with my progress!