Meet Our Coaches Here in Honolulu
Iokepa Bahilot - Owner & Director of Training
Iokepa began his career in fitness back in 2010 and has since coached over 15,000 sessions, helping clients of all backgrounds get stronger, move better, and build lasting confidence through thoughtful, results-driven training.
As the Owner and Director of Training at Elite Fitness Hawaii, Iokepa now focuses most of his time on developing the gym’s programs, mentoring coaches, and leading semi-private sessions. While he isn’t available for as many one-on-one sessions these days, the systems, training style, and supportive environment he’s created are a core part of every client’s experience.
His approach is rooted in strength training, sustainable lifestyle habits, and helping people enjoy the process of getting healthier. Whether he’s coaching on the floor or working behind the scenes, his mission stays the same—to help people move better, feel better, and live stronger.
When you train at Elite, you’re stepping into a system built on years of experience and a genuine commitment to your progress.
Certifications:
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NASM Certified Personal Trainer
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NASM Certified Corrective Exercise Specialist
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NASM Fitness Nutrition Specialist
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NASM Group Personal Training Specialist
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Landmine University Level 1 Coach
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Dotfit Certified Supplement Coach
Lori Malins - Certified Personal Trainer
Lori is a NASM-certified personal trainer who found her way into strength training in her late 30s. After years of doing HIIT-style classes that didn’t quite deliver the results she was hoping for, she decided to take a different approach. That decision led her to try weight training, and it clicked. She began to get stronger, feel more confident, and found a new passion for fitness she hadn’t felt before.
As a mom of two and someone who spent most of her life in an office setting, Lori knows how overwhelming stepping into a gym can feel, especially for beginners. That personal experience drives the way she trains and supports others today.
Now a certified trainer, Lori is focused on helping clients build strength, confidence, and lasting habits, no matter their starting point. She’s also received a NASM Senior Fitness Specialization certification to better serve clients in different stages of life. Her training style is holistic, blending strength work with cardio, flexibility, nutrition, and mental well-being to create real, sustainable progress.
Lori knows it’s never too late to feel stronger, healthier, and more confident. She brings that perspective into every session, creating a space where you can start at your own pace and build from there. If you’re looking for a coach who truly understands the process, Lori is someone you can trust to guide you through it.
Certifications:
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NASM Certified Personal Trainer
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NASM Senior Fitness Speacialization
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NASM Women's Fitness Speacilist