In the post-pandemic era, the line between corporate headquarters and luxury lifestyle destination has blurred, and nowhere is this more evident than at Kinetic, the premium fitness center located at 600 Newport Center Drive. Operated by Irvine Company, the facility has positioned itself not only as a place to work out, but as an essential amenity for the modern executive.

Situated in the heart of Newport Center, Kinetic caters specifically to the workplace athlete. Unlike high-volume commercial gyms, the atmosphere is focused, professional and efficient. The design philosophy acknowledges a specific reality: The clientele includes nearby residents and busy professionals who have limited minutes between board meetings and Zoom calls to prioritize their health.

“Our clients love that Kinetic has space and privacy,” says trainer Heidi Gholam, who teaches group fitness classes as well as one-on-one sessions at the facility. Most of her clients live or work in and around Newport Center. “You can comfortably work out without that ‘eyes on you’ feeling of some fitness centers,” she says. “There’s a real sense of community here.”

The Facility and Experience

Kinetic is equipped with top-tier strength-training machinery and a fleet of cardio equipment, but the standout feature driving recent membership interest is the Recovery Suite.

Reflecting a broader industry shift from pure intensity to longevity, Kinetic offers amenities previously reserved for professional athletes. The suite includes cryotherapy chambers for inflammation reduction and Hyperice percussion therapy stations. It is common to see executives utilizing the infrared saunas or settling into zero-gravity loungers for a 20-minute recharge before returning to their offices in the surrounding towers.

Kinetic trainer Heidi Gholam

Programming and Community

While the floor is often occupied by solo practitioners, the group fitness programming remains a central draw. The schedule is curated to maximize caloric output in minimized timeframes.

Classes like Metabolic Burn and Power Cycle see the highest attendance during the lunch hour and after work, offering high-intensity intervals designed to break a sweat without consuming the entire afternoon. The yoga and mat Pilates sessions offer a lower-impact counterbalance, focusing on mobility for those spending long hours at a desk.

The member sentiment reflects the value placed on this integration of work and wellness. For many, the appeal lies in the ease of use.

“It’s the only reason I actually work out now,” noted one member in a five-star online review. “The convenience of having a country-club-caliber gym right downstairs from my desk eliminates every excuse I usually make. The facility is spotless, and the towel service makes it easy to get back to work.”

For the tenants of Newport Center, Kinetic has succeeded in transforming the obligatory lunch break workout from a chore into a professional amenity.