Calendar
Weekly class calendar
View or download this week’s Monday through Sunday schedule of classes at Kalani. Class descriptions can be found by scrolling below.
Class pricing is determined by and paid directly to teachers unless otherwise mentioned. We’re thrilled to offer these partnership opportunities with local teachers. Thank you for choosing to learn and grow with us!
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Events Calendar
ECSTATIC DANCE
SUNDAY MORNINGS
Rise and shine with us every Sunday morning at the mothership of the dance that changed the world! Ecstatic Dance at Kalani created the template for this worldwide phenomenon of weekly community dances held as ritual dance experience. A beloved modern tradition that transformed our local community and the lives of thousands of dancers from around the globe.
Each Sunday opens with an invigorating yoga warm up led by Megan Yogini. Next we flow into the opening circle, and then a two and a half hour classic Ecstatic Dance, and then closing circle.
Our Sunday dances have long been the heartbeat of the Big Island dance scene; a rhythmic pulse of expression and connection. An outlet for the body, mind and spirit, the container is held to safely move through all levels of emotional release. Let’s dance our prayers together!
Sugar and spice - NYE EVENT
Sugar & Spice! We’ve got everything nice this NYE at Kalani! Step into a world of futuristic fantasy, where heroes and vixens unite for a night of thrills, glam, and unbridled celebration! This New Year’s Eve, Kalani transforms into a cosmic story-land of enchantment and electric allure, inviting you to escape the ordinary and dive into the sweet and spicy realm of Sugar & Spice. It’s showtime! From sultry burlesque performances that will captivate your senses to mind-bending music that’ll keep you moving into the next dimension. Expect the unexpected. Dance the night away to the beats of some of our favorite DJs, revel in the dazzling performances, or explore the cosmic carnival and tantalizing twists we’ve conjured special for you all as we blast into 2025!
HAWAIIAN LANGUAGE & HULA SERIES
Our center is proud to partner with Hua ʻĀina and Kumu Leialoha Ilae-Kaleimamahu for these Hawaiian cultural class series, including Hula and Hawaiian Language, hosted on the lands of Ke’eke’e (where Kalani Retreat Center resides). These series each offer a unique opportunity to connect with Hawaiian culture and enrich your experience on the Hawaiian islands.
If you would like to register for future Beginner Level I Hula classes or future Hawaiian Language classes, please reach out to our team at [email protected] as a minimum of 8 students must be reached per class.
Prospective students can learn more by following the link below.
MANAFEST
FROM FRIDAY, JANUARY 24th, 2025 at 2:00 PM TO SUNDAY, JANUARY 26th, 2025 at 10:00 PM
Everyone is welcome to join us for the 7th Annual ManaFest! A transformational Music, Dance, Education & Arts Festival where you can refresh, renew, and reawaken where the ocean meets the jungle in beautiful Hawai’i.
Immerse yourself in a revolutionary celebration of creativity and empowerment at this 7th annual festival, where incredible women artists take the spotlight and everyone is welcome! Experience awe-inspiring musicians, captivating dancers, heartfelt rituals, live visual artists, and transformational workshops. Explore our vibrant marketplace, rejuvenate in the red tent, and enjoy our family-friendly culture and the lively pulse of community and celebration. Kids under 16 are FREE!
KALANI OPEN MIC
Open Mic is on hold for the moment, so stay tuned here for any updates on upcoming open mic events!
Visit the Hale Aloha lanai every other Tuesday from 6:00 pm – 9:00 pm to experience the rich local artistry of Puna or offer your song, dance, comedy or other talent to the audience. This is event is free for all attendees from our surrounding community. The Hale Aloha shop will be open during this time and has a variety of drinks and snacks available for purchase while you enjoy the atmosphere and acts. We look forward to seeing you there and celebrating the arts with you!
Class descriptions
Classes subject to change. View the weekly class schedule for the most up to date list.
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AKASHIC RECORDS CIRCLE
Journey into the Akashic Records to discover and receive Divine Guidance. Discover Truth of Self, bringing harmony, balance and a deeper awareness into your life. Connect with Spirit and follow your heart in this group reading. You may be invited to ask a question.
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AURA BREATH GRID ACTIVATION
Our tribe with Baba Rave comes to offer high quality energetic experiences through activation of the breath allowing you to holistically explore and integrate the limitless power of mind and body - opening up and embracing the golden age waves within your DNA. You can expect to tap deep into relaxation yet also expansive activation! Bring what may call to you to dive into this ceremonious circuitry with us - notebooks, crystals, incense, ect.
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BUDDHI YOGA
Buddhi is a practice that encourages individuals to push through perceived limitations and transcend into personal power and freedom. Buddhi combines energetic yoga techniques and advanced body movements fused with explosive music in an upward momentum that connects the body with mind and spirit. Whatever your fitness or spiritual goals, Buddhi will help you to find and achieve ultimate health + spiritual wealth and attain empowerment and oneness for total well being.
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CIRCULAR BREATHING
Through circular breathing, we will enter an altered state of consciousness to awaken and restore old emotional patterns in the nervous system. Everything we have ever experienced is held within our cellular memory. Breathwork can help to access deeper realms within ourselves, and bring them to the surface of our consciousness, so they can be felt and released. This is a combination of biodynamic, body de-armoring, Osho- pulsation and emotional release breathwork. *Not recommended if you’re pregnant, have high blood pressure, have severe mental illness, or a recent injury. If you have any questions or concerns, please ask the facilitator before class.
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COMMUNITY LAULIMA
“Many hands make light work” is the intention behind our Laulima work parties! Learn and share new skills in a fun collaborative setting by participating in lively projects that nurture the land and community.
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CONTACT IMPROV
This unique dance class involves a one hour of instruction followed by a half hour jam putting into practice what you've learned. It combines elements of continuum, partner acro, and contact improvisation. Facilitated by Lilia, a teacher of aerial arts, partner acrobatics, contact improv on land and under water. She is also the founder of Dolphin Dance and Quantum Leap Healing, as well as being a licensed massage therapist and aquatic bodywork instructor and therapist. To learn more you're welcome to call Lilia at (808) 938 - 1847 or visit www.aquaticdance.com.
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DYNAMIC POWER VINYASA
Kumsa grew up on the island of Hawaii and received her yoga teacher training at Kalani Honua from Peak Beings. Her background includes gymnastics, contortion, and mindfulness, which have shaped her approach to teaching yoga. She has taught small group classes at her university in Costa Rica and has continued teaching since returning home to Hawaii. In her Dynamic Power Vinyasa class, she focuses on building energy, strength, and balance. The class incorporates dynamic flow movements, progressions into handstands, balancing, flexibility, and stillness. While the class is open to all levels with modifications, it’s best suited for intermediate students who want to work on handstand balances and develop flexibility through strength-based movement.
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ECSTATIC DANCE
Ecstatic Dance is a celebration of life, music and personal expression through free form movement and dance. Kalani is recognized as the birthplace of this community ritual and continues to serve as an inspiration for other ecstatic dance communities worldwide. Join us weekly for music by live DJs and artists as a practice of embodiment and positive energy to begin your week.
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FULL BODY WORKOUT
Learn to build your core and personal determination to grow both physically and mentally! Workout different muscle groups in a casual friendly setting, and explore different workout styles. Pop in for 15 minutes to engage your core and go about your day, or join us for the full experience!
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GARDEN CLUB
Get your hands dirty! Learn and share new gardening skills in a fun collaborative setting by participating in projects that mālama the ʻāina (care for, honor and serve the land) within the community gardens and agricultural grounds of our center. Come prepared for engaging with the outdoor elements and learn about the abundant plant life in our thriving tropical lowland forest environment.
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LAUHALA WEAVING
As with all his artistic endeavors, including painting, building surfboards and woodworking, Roy Ruiz has been weaving lauhala as a means to connect to Puna and its indigenous culture. Under the tutelage of Kumu Lynda Saffery, he has been practicing this Polynesian craft for almost 20 years and was encouraged to take on the role of being an alaka’i (guide) to future weavers. In this class, students will learn Hawaiian protocol (chanting), gathering and preparation of materials, weaving terminology in ʻŌlelo Hawai’i and a beginner’s project of an apo lima (bracelet or arm band).
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OPEN MIC NIGHT
Visit the Hale Aloha lanai every other Tuesday from 6:00 pm – 9:00 pm to experience the rich local artistry of Puna or offer your song, dance, comedy or other talent to the audience. This is event is free for all attendees from our surrounding community. The Hale Aloha shop will be open during this time and has a variety of drinks and snacks available for purchase while you enjoy the atmosphere and acts. We look forward to seeing you there and celebrating the arts with you!
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POWER VINYASA
A sequence for beginners to advanced students this Vinyasa flow incorporates ujjayi breathing techniques paired with a full body comprehensive Vinyasa flow to build and open the Bandhas or "locked parts" of ourselves. The class pairs a traditional vinyasa yoga practice and breathing with anatomical cues to provide educational strengthening and stretching for the mind, body and spirit.
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PRANAYAMA+YOGA NIDRA
The Pranayama + Yoga Nidra class combines these practices for a restful yogic sleep experience.
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Rejuvenating Yin Yoga
This is an all-levels class open to anyone. Students can expect a slower-paced class consisting of yoga asanas aimed at deepening and softening your body, mind, and breath. This class will include various yin yoga asanas, pranayama, and meditation.
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ROOTS OF YOGA
Integrate the mind/body through a creative, smooth-flowing sequence of asana combined with conscious breathing. Yoga philosophy is seamlessly woven throughout each class. Rooted in 30 years of teaching, Marcia takes the ancient tradition of Hatha Yoga into a transformative, healing yoga practice. Classes are accompanied by inspiring recorded music. All levels welcome. Students can learn more at marciayoga.com.
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SLOW FLOW 6-0 YOGA
This 60 minute seated + standing yoga flow class connects movement + breath through gentle sequences connected with breath.
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SOUND ALCHEMY INTEGRATION
This group gathers weekly and is led by a variety of rotating facilitators. This class session involves the practice of numerous mantras, meditations, kirtan practices, chanting, as well as incorporating sound healing.
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Transzendance 2 Samadhi
Transzendance 2 Samadhi is a gateway to move energy through the body and bring things into a high state of balance. This is a healing movement practice that balances the energies in your body. The music is fun beats with the philosophy of yoga combined with world dance music. It embodies the eight limbs of yoga through dance. It's cardio, strength training and flexibility all in one class! A holistic approach to fitness. Let’s live our highest potential of beaming love, living LOVE.
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YOGA FLOW INTO INVERSION PLAY
This class entails an intentional flow that is working towards inversion techniques and play. We focus on core strength, shoulder stability, and movement to warm up the body. Our class is for people of all levels and experience.
Learning from home today?
DISCOVER the Plants and Animals IN OUR AREA
Follow the first link below to explore Kalani’s surrounding environment and the myriad of plants and animals that share the ʻāina (land) with us.
Select the second link to download our free Plant Bingo packet and practice identifying plants on our campus or in any Hawai’i island neighborhood through this fun educational game.
GROW RESILIENCE: FREE COMMUNITY CLASS SERIES
CURRENTLY CLOSED SERIES
FREE RECORDED PRESENTATIONS AVAILABLE
This particular series of free classes have closed for now, though you’re welcome to learn more about these classes and access educational material by visiting kalani.com/grow-resilience.
This series was made available to the public every other Tuesday from April to September, 2023. Classes focused on topics such as growing your own food, the significance of native crops and canoe species, and methods for more sustainable living. These classes were free for all attendees and made possible through partnerships with Vibrant Hawai’i and other community organizations. Learn more about our speaker schedule and find links to recorded sessions by following the link below. We look forward to cultivating a more resilient community with you!
