Personal Training

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Mike Kates

Mike Kates, owner and general manager, has over 21 years of experience and has enjoyed working with a wide variety of clients using a combination of Lifestyle and Weight Management skills and Personal Training to achieve optimal results. With a true passion for learning and fitness, Mike creates a personal experience for his clients that few other trainers can claim. For more on Mike checkout www.MikeKates.com

Personal trainer Brock Lutes

Brock Lutes, BSN

Bachelors in Science of integrated studies in:

Nursing and Psychology

NCAA D1 Track and Field athlete

Over 10 years of Nursing experience

Over 15 years of Fitness experience.

After being hospitalized due to autoimmune disease, I declined surgery and pharma-ceutical medication to use a holistic approach. I not only stopped disease progression but reversed my symptoms.

I now combine my nursing background with my holistic fitness methodology to help you increase quality of life, and gain confidence at any level of your fitness journey with exercise and nutrition programming specific to you.

Senior fitness, Balance improvement, Back pain/ sciatica, Increase flexibility, Speed/ acceleration, Fall prevention, Pre/Post physical therapy, Corrective exercise / Performance enhancement, Injury Rehab (Knee, Hip, shoulder, Ankle, Wrist), Post exercise recovery, Plant based Nutrition, Assisted Dynamic stretching, Rotational strength, weight loss.

Tamara Cullen 

Tamara has been in the healthcare field for over 30 years as a Naturopathic Physician, a mental health professional, and teacher.  While her move to Maui was a retirement from her formal practice of family medicine, she has transitioned to a supportive role as a Health and Wellness Coach here at South Maui Fitness.  With her clients, Tamara incorporates both her professional and personal experience in modifying stress, making important lifestyle changes, developing solid nutritional foundations, and improving physical strength and conditioning.  As a lifelong athlete, Tamara is committed to helping you to improve and maintain your physical health while aging.  She will work with you individually to help guide you on living your best life, achieving your goals, and loving yourself completely through daily achievable steps.

Tylea Beecham

Growing up as an athlete, spending countless hours on the soccer field, I always knew I loved the athletic lifestyle. It wasn’t until a friend introduced me to the gym, I discovered my love for strength and wellness. That passion led me to become a NASM Certified Personal Trainer, where I help others transform their lives and build confidence through strength training and personalized coaching. I design custom programs based on each individual’s goals—whether it’s building strength, improving endurance, or enhancing overall well-being. My focus is on sustainable progress and long-term success. Whether you’re just starting out or looking to overcome plateaus, I’m here to guide and support you in making lasting, positive changes. 

Maclyn

Maclyn is a dedicated personal trainer with a unique perspective on fitness. Through overcoming injury , Mac has gained a deep understanding of the importance of proper body mechanics, recovery, and injury prevention using therapeutic exercises. Combined with his expertise in physical fitness, and an empathetic approach, Mac helps clients build strength, mobility, and confidence while prioritizing safe and effective methods.