From sunrise beach yoga to free ʻukulele lessons and a visionary dance intensive, this week’s 15 workshops will fill your days with aloha and hands-on joy.
Ever watched the sun lift over A‑Bay while you move and breathe with the ocean?
That soft gold light on the sand, palms swaying, and your whole body exhaling—that’s the vibe at Yoga on the Beach with Calley O’Neill. The “Full Body Elixir” feels like salt, sand, and serenity braided into one moving meditation.
Trades are gentle, nights are crisp, and the whales are back. It’s the perfect January week for hands-on learning—15 workshops that smell like plumeria at sunset and sound like slack-key floating through the palms.
Don’t‑miss moments this week
If you want a soul tune‑up, the multi‑day Dolphin Dance Quantum Healing runs through the week, offering tools of counseling and embodied practice that ripple like the sea. It’s spacious, tender, and surprisingly energizing—come as you are.
Ready to free your voice? Slide into Tuesday afternoon at Lānai Yoga for Vocal Body Jamm with Murray Kyle. Rhythm, breath, and sound move through the room like a warm current—by the end, you’ll feel your chest humming.
Dancers, this one’s for you: Visionary Dance Intensive & Performance Project with Swan Sedona Soulfire offers 10+ hours of training and sacred prep in Kaimū country. Think lava cliffs, deep focus, and a chance to step onstage at ManaFest—pure mana.
Quick picks by vibe
Movement + wellness: Greet Tuesday makai with Yoga on the Beach with Calley O’Neill, then ride a week‑long wave with Dolphin Dance Quantum Healing. Cap it with the voice‑as‑medicine groove at Vocal Body Jamm with Murray Kyle.
Music + jam: Monday at Puna’s jungle retreat is cozy and real—learn a few shapes at Ukulele Lessons & Participatory Jam (lesson is $10, the jam is free). Over in Waikoloa, Ukulele Lessons with Kris Fuchigami are free, friendly, and great for keiki—ʻukuleles and sheet music are provided. If you’re chasing live music events, even workshops sing this week.
Grow + learn: Two free, culturally‑driven online trainings—Puʻuhonua Wellness-Phase 2: Sustainable/Advanced AgTech Training and Puʻuhonua Wellness-Phase 2: Sustainable Ag / Advanced AgTech—dive into irrigation, fertigation, hydroponics, and greenhouse smarts. Hands love making? Saturday’s breezy Basket Weaving Class (Saturdays) in Keaʻau is a sweet way to slow down.
Culture + craft: Stroll Wednesday’s Pukalani Midweek Market for fresh produce, handmade goods, and talk story vibes. On Thursday twilight, The Queens’ Culinary Market brings tastes and tunes to Waikoloa. Friday up mauka, porch side demos at Aloha Fridays at Volcano Art Center feel like stepping into a living classroom.
ʻOhana + free: Water lovers, the Springboard Diving Club at Kawamoto Pool welcomes all ages and abilities—bring your smile and your towel. And if you’re curious about inner leadership, kamaʻāina pricing makes Alchemy of Enlifenment: The 7 Assumptions (Workshop with Samantha Sweetwater) extra inviting; it even closes with live songs by Michael Wheelwright.
Pau hana stories under the stars? Hale Ho’aloha Lū’au at Mauna Lani celebrates Kalāhuipuaʻa with chant, dance, and the taste of place—deep culture you can feel in your chest.
Local’s notes
- ●Beach sessions: Pack a pareo, reef‑safe sunscreen, and water. Sand can be cool at sunrise—slippahs help.
- ●Volcano mornings are crisp. Bring a light jacket for porch demos at the art center.
- ●ʻUkulele classes: Arrive a few minutes early if you need to borrow an instrument. A small notebook helps.
- ●Markets are happiest with small bills, a tote, and your best talk‑story smile.
- ●Pool days: Towel, water bottle, and an extra layer for breezy afternoons.
Tomorrow’s tease
Eyes on Friday: porch culture at Aloha Fridays at Volcano Art Center by late morning, then golden‑hour tastes at The Queens’ Culinary Market. Saturday’s Basket Weaving Class (Saturdays) is the perfect wind‑down.
Hope to see you out there, friend. If you’re hungry for more hands‑on fun, explore workshop events, or browse the full island lineup to plan your week: browse more events →
FAQ
Q: Which workshops are free this week? A: Try Ukulele Lessons with Kris Fuchigami, Aloha Fridays at Volcano Art Center, the Springboard Diving Club , and the online Puʻuhonua Wellness trainings.
Q: I’m a total beginner. Where should I start? A: Monday’s Ukulele Lessons & Participatory Jam is welcoming, and Tuesday’s Yoga on the Beach with Calley O’Neill meets you where you are.
Q: Any ʻohana-friendly picks? A: Yes—Ukulele Lessons with Kris Fuchigami provides instruments, the Springboard Diving Club welcomes all ages, and markets like Pukalani Midweek Market are great for keiki.
Q: What’s something deeper for personal growth? A: The week‑long Dolphin Dance Quantum Healing and Alchemy of Enlifenment (with kamaʻāina pricing) are both powerful containers.
Q: Any night‑leaning options? A: The Hale Ho’aloha Lū’au at Mauna Lani brings music, dance, and story under the stars—sweet for date night or visiting ʻohana.
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