Mike Luque Training in Makawao, Maui shows a near-perfect 4.9 from 12 reviews, and every one of its five written reviews describes something specific and relatively rare: Gyrotonic training, led by a practitioner reviewers describe as among the very first in the world to teach the method.
A Detailed Account From a Fellow Practitioner
Michal Zankel's review carries particular weight given his own apparent expertise: "Mike is an experienced GYROTONIC teacher - one of the very first in the world! He is articulate, highly precise, extremely organized, and deeply sensitive and kind. All of this allows me, as a student, to absorb the information calmly, without pressure, in a pleasant atmosphere - and gives my body the space it needs to go through a deep and meaningful process." That specific claim - one of the very first Gyrotonic teachers globally - is a notable credential worth taking seriously given how specialized and relatively rare this training method is.
A Detailed Recovery Story After a Car Accident
Courtney Aldor's review describes a specific, meaningful recovery: "I came to his studio after an injury from a car accident and he has been helping me recover my posture and mobility with a ton of wisdom and care. Often, if I have pain or tightness in a certain area, I'll walk out of his studio feeling much lighter and stronger than before. He really knows his stuff." I'd flag that as one person's account of injury recovery rather than a guarantee, but it's a specific, detailed claim about ongoing pain relief across sessions.
Four Years of Progress at Seventy-Five
Janet Cooper's review offers the most striking long-term account in this batch: "At 75 years old, Gyrotonics keeps my body up and running. Mike varies the workout so I don't get injured or too sore. In the four years that I have been working with Mike my muscle tone and balance have improved considerably. I feel more fit than when I was younger doing yoga three times a week." A specific, four-year account of improved muscle tone and balance at 75, with a direct comparison against her own younger self's yoga practice, is a genuinely compelling long-term data point.
A Traveler's Targeted Session
Sophia Prescott's review describes a short-term, specific use case: "On my recent trip to Maui, I had the opportunity for a couple of Gyrotonic sessions with Mike. I am so grateful for the sessions - they truly helped my back, shoulders, and hip. Mike is a great trainer with a very keen eye." That's useful for anyone visiting Maui specifically looking for targeted, short-term bodywork rather than an ongoing membership.
A Specific Named Program
Noyah Einav's review adds a specific detail about programming variety: "Mike is professional and I loved training with him. I love his Wingmaster repertoire. Highly recommended!" That named repertoire, Wingmaster, is a specific Gyrotonic equipment-based sequence worth asking about directly if you're curious about programming variety.
What's Missing
No review states session pricing. Nothing describes the physical studio's size or whether sessions are exclusively one-on-one or sometimes offered in small groups.
Who It's Not For
Anyone unfamiliar with or specifically not interested in Gyrotonic training - every review here centers on this particular method rather than standard weight training or general fitness classes. Anyone who needs a large facility with varied equipment beyond Gyrotonic apparatus.
1043 Makawao Ave Suite 206, Makawao, HI 96768, USA. The phone number is +1 808-698-9648, and the website is mikeluque.training. Open Monday through Thursday 08:00-18:00, Friday 09:30-18:00, Saturday 08:00-14:00.
FAQ
What method does Mike Luque specialize in?
Gyrotonic, a specialized movement method - multiple reviewers describe him as one of the earliest teachers of this method in the world.
Is it good for injury recovery?
Yes, according to multiple reviewers specifically, including one recovering from a car accident and describing ongoing pain relief and improved mobility across sessions.
Is it good for older clients?
Yes, according to at least one reviewer specifically - a 75-year-old client describes four years of improved muscle tone and balance, feeling fitter than in her younger years.
Is it available for short-term visitors to Maui?
Yes, according to one reviewer specifically, who used a couple of sessions during a trip to address back, shoulder, and hip issues.