Yoga Hawaii

One month of unlimited classes has given me the opportunity to try many different types of yoga classes with many different instructors. Overall I have been very impressed with the skill, warmth, professionalism and kindness of all the instructors. I am someone who has practiced on and off for 20 years, so I know all the poses, but I’m not in great shape right now. I was always encouraged to listen to my own body and modify poses if needed. Even in a more advanced class where most of the other students were instructors, the atmosphere was open and friendly and welcoming. I look forward to committing to a long term yoga practice with the wonderful community and in the beautiful space at Yoga Hawaii.
Also, Yoga-​Hawaii has a great smartphone app that makes it super easy to find and sign up for classes. I use it all the time, and really appreciate that they have this. They keep it current and you can always see when there’s a substitute teacher and when your favorite teachers are teaching.

Really disappointed, signed up online an hour before for 8am vinyasa class 7÷15÷15. Arrived 8 minutes early, studio not yet open. Waited outside, phoned them (no answer) & sent them msg thru Unilocal when no one had arrived by 8:10. Stayed until 8:20 — no one ever showed up, no reply to call or message. Unreliable!

Yoga 101 was poorly done. The instructor had a favorite position that we kept doing. He called it chair position.

I love this studio! I came to Yoga Hawaii four times during a recent visit with my sister in Honolulu. I really enjoyed trying many different styles of yoga and found the instructors all very knowledgeable, friendly and dedicated to helping students wherever they are in their yoga practice. I learned several tips on postures that really helped me on some areas of stiffness and pain in my neck and back.

I have been attending Yoga Hawaii for almost three years. I have taken a variety of classes with many different teachers and they are all wonderful and full of light! Classes are held during the day at all different time 7 days a week! I can always find a class to fit my schedule. They off lots of workshops, special guest teachers, and even teacher training. Come down and check it out!

LOVE this place. I gave myself a birthday present a few months ago and got a monthly $ 100 ‘Ohana unlimited membership because I go here 4 to 5 times a week. Each class runs $ 10 to $ 18. The vibe here is so welcoming, fun, and supportive.
I absolutely love Buddhi yoga with Jessica Abner because it’s fast-​paced, intense, and FUN! Her class is always challenging and I’ve pushed myself into doing poses that I didn’t think would be possible and have improved on strength, flexibility, and stamina. Buddhi is pretty much a combination of power yoga, booty dancing, tribal fusion dance, HIIT, and plyometrics. When I first started taking Buddhi about a year ago, I enjoyed more of the yoga and dancing aspects but dreaded the other parts. I used to think, «WHYYYY am I doing this?» and wished it would be over because alternating mountain climbers with jumping jacks, then doing burpees, then going into a 3-​legged downward dog and Vinyasa Flow felt like torture. Now, even the «crazier» parts are pretty fun to me. I recently took the Buddhi yoga teacher certification but I plan to get my ACE Group Fitness Instructor certification before teaching Buddhi. I also want to eventually get a 200-​hour RYT training as well.
Stephanie Kong’s Gentle Yoga and Pau Hana classes are great! She’s a stickler for alignment. However, she is not a rigid teacher and likes incorporate some light-​heartedness in her class. For example, she’ll say, «Michael Jackson the floor» (aka «tilt your pelvis toward the floor») or «Frankenstein your arms». Obviously they’re not typical yoga phrases, but I feel that it makes it accessible. My keiki loves going to her classes as well so it’s awesome to have yoga as part of our family bonding.
Maya Siklai (studio owner) has a wonderful Yoga at Dawn class. There are moments when I will drag myself out of bed and show up to the 6:30 am class, and I’m glad I did. Maya’s teaching style is very gentle but firm. She seems genuinely happy to see everyone. It’s a great way to start the day. Sure, I can do a home practice (which I also do), but I love being in the studio with other people, getting feedback and adjustments from the teacher. I haven’t had any of her other classes but I’ll check them out, eventually.
I’ve had a few other classes from some of the other teachers, when I had more free time. Ronald Gilliam, Daniel Gittelman, Emma Hussey, Amanda Painter, and Salina Storozuk are awesome teachers. They all know what they’re talking about and won’t hesitate to correct your alignment, but they will also give praise when they see fit.
The students who come to these classes are also very pleasant to be around. I’ve gotten to know a few regulars and have invited friends to these classes (who, in turn, have become regulars). The teachers also go to each others’ classes, which is awesome to see them supporting each other. I wish there were more classes, though! I know they offer occasional workshops during the weekends but I would love it if there were some lunch time and early morning weekend classes. I’m very happy to find a yoga studio that very much feels like ‘ohana.

I have tried many studios close to the East side, and this is by far the best. Authenticity and an easy relaxing environment where you can focus on you and your practice. Kara, Brynne and Maya give amazing classes and are all so different and unique — each class is like a gift. The owner Maya has been a delight to see and speak with as I go on my yoga journey. I love this place! I have been going regularly for the past 4 years+ or so, and will continue to do so.

I love this studio! I have been living in Oahu for 2 years and just found this gem… Its a beautiful space with inspiring instructors. I have just started to go regularly and truly love every class Ive been too… There a large variety of classes to fit any mood. Thank you so much for the warm welcome… looking forward to learning and experiencing more.

I have been practicing yoga for about 5 years now and this studio is amazing! They have a wide variety of instructors that meet you at your level. Many of the classes I attend are level 2 – 3 and offer basic to advanced postures. None of the instructors insist that you do any of the postures they offer during class and prefer that you listen to your body and advance at the pace you choose. Many of the instructors say to sit in child’s pose for the whole class, if that is what you are looking to get out of your practice for the day.
The variety of instructors also fills the needs of anyone that wants to practice. They offer classes that range from a seated practice with deep and relaxing stretches to classes that will get your heart pumping and keep you moving. They also have classes that focus more on movement and others that focus more on alignment. I personally attend the gambit of classes and instructors they offer. I usually attend 7 – 8 classes a week and have not stopped learning how to improve my practice since day one. The instructors also modify the classes based on the «feel» of the class. Some days you will be in a high energy class and will do more postures to increase your heart rate and other days you will be in low energy classes that will focus on slower movements and more deep stretching. All of the instructors are very knowledgeable and are willing to answer any questions during and after classes.
Currently the studio is offering one of the best packages I have seen on the island. For $ 100 dollars you receive a month long membership for UNLIMITED classes. This sort of a deal is great for people like me that attend almost every day or sometimes twice a day. They also offer an unlimited 2-​week membership for $ 40 if you are new to the studio. After being recommended to this studio by a friend, I immediately took advantage of the 2-​week membership so that I could explore the different instructors, and find the classes that worked best for my body and my schedule.
If the cost of the classes is a barrier to your practice, they offer a Seva Program. This program provides free yoga classes to individuals in exchange for their time helping the studio. If this is something that interests you check out their website.

I have been attending classes at Yoga Hawaii for two years. It has been
totally rewarding. I have met many talented and dedicated teachers who are truly invested in yoga, its philosophy and personal benefits.
I used to have some awful back pains that woke me up at night. SInce attending
classes at Yoga Hawaii, the back pains are under control-​the teachersy explain the health benefits of each of the positions. Awesome!

Yoga Hawaii, located on Koko Head Avenue and easily visible from the metered parking lot behind Jewel or Juice, is a beautiful and bright space to practice yoga. I love branching out and learning different yoga styles from different studios and was excited to see an offer for a free Pau Hana/​Intro to Yoga class offered here every Friday. To register for the free class, simply sign up online! Perfect for both new yoga students and more practiced yogis alike, the class, instructed by Darlina, is a terrific way to end your week! And did I mention it’s FREE?
Upon arrival, we were greeted immediately, shown where we could store our bags, and where to lay our mats. Darlina was friendly and very knowledgeable. Her class was a good pace, especially for beginners. We went through a series of sequences to heat our bodies and work our muscles, but nothing too strenuous. Darlina even took requests at the start of class to see what we were interested in stretching and working on that day. She incorporated hip and chest openers into her sequence per a student’s request and made it easily approachable for beginners and pros alike.
Yoga Hawaii has two rooms, a larger and smaller one, next door to one another. The Pau Hana/​Intro to Yoga class was in the smaller one. This size, which can fit about 6 – 7 comfortably, is the perfect setting for a cozy and intimate class. The walls are brightly painted and the room smelled lovely when we arrived. With the doors open throughout class, we could hear a gentle rain start falling. Very relaxing! We could also, however, hear nearby traffic, a bus letting its passengers out, and other business’s patrons chatting loudly from the street below. The noisy environment can be very distracting and it was difficult for me to tune it out and relax. I’m sure with time and practice, you can better focus on the inside than being distracted by the outside.
If you are new to yoga or just new to Yoga Hawaii, I highly recommend this free class as an introduction to both!

After being very disappointed with Ashtanga yoga at another studio, I had a bad taste in my mouth for Ashtanga, and was hesitant to try another. But to my surprise, the teachers at Yoga Hawaii were nothing like the last Ashtanga teacher,(like night and Dae) They don’t yell and scream, push you beyond what is your limits,
It was nice to be in a studio, where the over all atmosphere is calm and relaxing, the teaches seem to car and respect their students 9both as humans and paying customers)
The classes are on time and the studio are clean.
The only down side is parking can be tight,(make sure you have meter money)

This is my favoritest (it’s a word!) yoga studio and I’ve been to many. I fell in love with Ashtanga. The instructors are awesome, friendly and love what they do. They are so knowledgable and love to share their knowledge about yoga. I learned a lot of stuff here, not just a place to get exercise, like some of the yuppy yoga studios where I now live (WA). I absolutely love this studio and if I still lived on Oahu, I would be there!

Having tried many different studios and styles in Canada, the options at Yoga Hawaii seemed like a good fit to take a visiting class at. My dad, uncle and I took a Hatha class with Maya and we all really enjoyed it. Her corrections and adjustments made a world of a difference, and we all left the class sweating and feeling truly content.
Would definitely recommend if you are a local or just visiting!

Best yoga studio I have been too thus far. I’ve been to easy classes and hard classes there. All of them are top notch. I have no idea how they find such great teachers! I love this place.
My only problem is that I don’t get there often enough!

I went to the free introductory class at Yoga Hawaii since I’m new to yoga and am looking for something for me to do to relieve stress. I loved the class and RJ, the instructor was awesome! He was very patient and most of all, had a sense of humor, which helped to make everyone feel more at ease. I loved that at the end, we were in the corpse pose and RJ came by to help me relax even more… not sure what you call it, but this was a great way to end an awesome workout. At the end of the class I felt SOO relaxed, the most I’ve felt in a long time. I signed up for the beginners series and am excited to start this new journey of yoga…
We’ll see how it goes… and hope to be able to update my review and add on a star to my review.

I have been to a number of studios in Hawaii and abroad. This place is great! I’ve been going to Yoga Hawaii off and on for about 10 years and I’m embarrassed that I haven’t given them a 5 star Unilocal review before since they deserve every sweat stained star. What I like most about Rupali and the teachers at Yoga Hawaii is that they care about each and every student.
One thing to note is that if you have followed the yoga scene in Hawaii for awhile, you will notice that quite a few of the teachers at various studios around town actually got their teacher certification from Yoga Hawaii. That should tell you something!

I’ve been coming for a month or so now as part of my post surgery rehab. I’m about as far from your traditional class attendee as you can get and am happy to report that this place is very receptive to beginners and the inflexible. Everyone is nice and i’ve never felt intimidated by my classmates who can bend and stretch their bodies about 2x more than I can. If I could change anything about my classes, it might be to lower the zen volume a bit, but, i’m in the minority here. I recommend Matt or RJ’s classes.
Oh, and there is lots of free parking on the side streets if you don’t mind walking a bit. No need to feed those expensive meters.

This is a studio that I would go to if I wanted a more Ashtanga or a strong vinyasa class. I have tried most of the vinyasa classes and have been very satisfied with them! Here are my favorite teachers:
Rupali’s vinyasa classes are so much fun and she always comes up with fun sequences that challenge you no matter if you are a experienced yogi or not. I feel like there is always a laughter in her class. I like that. Having fun but balancing your body and focusing on your body.
Tania’s Ashtanga classes makes you feel welcomed even if you are brand new to Ashtanga. I went there not knowing the Ashtanga yoga sequence (I still don’t know) but Tania would tell me alternate poses for me to do or would take time to explain the pose in detail for me while checking in on other students, too. Super multi-​tasking!
I also like Gui’s class. Gui is a Brazilian yoga teacher that teaches Swasthya Yoga, which has a Brazilian essence to it. It is not as vigorous as Ashtanga or vinyasa classes, but with all the movements to warm your body from the inside, I sure do feel like I worked my body after the practice.
The studio is kept nice and clean, has very clean restrooms (yes, plural. TWO restrooms!), and they also have Manduka mats, yogi toes and other yoga essentials for purchase.
The parking in front of the studio is metered, but if you go to the one across the street, it’s a gated one where you get the time-​stamped ticket. I heard that people come and check on your meters and immediately give you a ticket if you are even a minute over. So take my advice and park across the street. The one across the street even gives you grace period, so if you just need to grab a coffee or drop off an errand, you can probably go without paying.

I absolutely LOVE, LOVE, LOVE this Yoga studio in Kaimuki !!! the teachers (esp. Rupali), the studio, their work ethic, philosophy, and aura are all as good as it gets !!!
I particularly like the practice of Ashtanga yoga … it is a vigorous flowing workout that really kicks my butt and gets me grounded all at once !!
They offer different types of yoga here and have a wide range of teachers & classes to choose from… check out their web site and take advantage of their first class for $ 5 offer.
Namaste !