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

EDANCE

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!

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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 Hula classes or future Hawaiian Language classes, please select the 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 links below and contacting our team to be put on a mailing list for these specific class updates.

Puna Rising

SOUL HUNTING WITH SHOLA

SATURDAY, JUNE 14th, 2025
FROM 6:00 PM – 8:30 PM

As part of Puna Rising’s program titled “The Moveable Feast”, there are numerous workshops and events occurring across the Puna District. This is a a year-long celebration of community resilience, creativity, and collaboration in Puna. Their Mission is to empower Puna’s residents through economic development, social connection, and cultural preservation, laying the groundwork for a thriving community resource center, Puna Ola. 

Our center is partnering with Puna Rising to host several of these workshops, including this event titled “Soul Hunting” with Shola. This event will take place from 6 pm – 8:30 pm on Saturday, June 14th in the Blue Moon Room. Participation is limited to 20 people so we recommend registering early using the link below.

Lava from Kiluea, the dance is on, when there was surface flow. By Kristen O'Guin

Pelehonuamea Series Workshops: Ka Lua Pele

FRIDAY, JUNE 20th at 5:00 PM – ZOOM 
SATURDAY, JUNE 21st at 7:00 AM – KA LUA PELE WORKSHOP

As part of Puna Rising’s program titled “The Moveable Feast”, there are numerous workshops and events occurring across the Puna District. This is a a year-long celebration of community resilience, creativity, and collaboration in Puna. Their Mission is to empower Puna’s residents through economic development, social connection, and cultural preservation, laying the groundwork for a thriving community resource center, Puna Ola. 

Our center is partnering with Puna Rising to host several of these workshops, including the workshops titled “Pelehonuamea” taught by Kumu Leialoha Ilae-Kaleimamahu. The first workshop took place on May 31st at our center. For these upcoming workshops, there is an online zoom call on June 20th at 5:00 pm for one hour that will provide all the information needed for the session at Volcanoes National Park. The workshop the following day will start promptly at 7:00 a.m. on Saturday, June 21st at the National Park. Participation is limited so we recommend registering early using the link below.

Constellation Advers

Summer Solstice Systemic Constellation Afternoon

SATURDAY, JUNE 21st
from  3:00 pm – 6:00 pm
Free of charge!
Blue Moon Room

Whether you’ve walked the path of constellations before, or are stepping into this field for the very first time – you are warmly invited!

This powerful and immersive method opens up a space where you can meet yourself and observe the underlying patterns that shape your life. By bringing your inner images into the visible realm, we create a bridge between the physical and the subtle worlds – sending out intentional ripples that support healing and wholeness.

Not just for ourselves, but for the collective.

The radiant energy of the Summer Solstice will lend it’s magic, offering a powerful surge to whatever theme you bring into the circle.

This afternoon session is being offered free of charge to all participants. If you have any questions you can reach out to the facilitator Daniel on WhatsApp at +49 173 733 777 1.

Puna Rising

The 24-Hour PUNA Play Festival

FRIDAY, JULY 18th & SATURDAY, JULY 19th – SIGN UP BY JULY 1st TO CREATE & COLLABORATE
SATURDAY, JULY 19th, 2025 – PERFORMANCE IN THE BLUE MOON ROOM

As part of Puna Rising’s program titled “The Moveable Feast”, there are numerous workshops and events occurring across the Puna District. This is a a year-long celebration of community resilience, creativity, and collaboration in Puna. Our center is partnering with Puna Rising to host several of these workshops and experiences, including the final play performance for The 24-Hour Puna Play Festival. Participation in the creation of the play is limited so we recommend registering early using the link below. Please note you must sign up to participate before July 1st. More details for how to join the event as an audience member will be added soon.

Puna Rising’s Moveable Feast invites YOU to join us in an immersive theatre experience… The 24-Hour PUNA Play Festival

Where creativity and community collide! More than just a theater event; the festival will be a celebration of stories that connect us, challenge us, and spark change.

In just 24 hours, participants will come together to create and perform new plays that reflect the raw creative power of our Puna community. We are inviting ANYONE with a passion for our community to join us. You do not need to be an experienced theatre artist to participate. We want to see storytellers of all backgrounds come together to reflect the diversity and vitality of Puna. The only requirements are collaboration and creativity. Learn more by following the sign up link below.

We hope to make the night of the performance a vibrant community celebration, showcasing your new plays alongside live music and local vendors. The event will be directed by Nathan Bonsall, a theatre artist with over 25 years of experience creating magic from community stages to Broadway. If you have any questions, please email Nathan. [email protected]

Class descriptions

Classes subject to change. View the weekly class schedule for the most up to date list.

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.

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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!