About Yoga Kai Hawai'i
Yoga Kai Hawai'i offers a unique and rejuvenating SUP (stand-up paddleboard) yoga experience. The classes are led by knowledgeable and friendly instructors who guide participants through a peaceful and engaging practice on the water. Reviewers describe the classes as a great full-body workout that challenges the core while providing a calming connection with the ocean. Instructors like Jon and Julia offer clear and simple guidance, helping even beginners feel comfortable and confident on the paddleboards. The classes begin with meditation and move into a flow of yoga asanas, with the instructor providing individual attention and support. Many first-time SUP yogis were pleasantly surprised by how accessible and enjoyable the experience was, thanks to the wide and stable boards and the instructors' ability to create a relaxed and welcoming atmosphere. Participants appreciated the opportunity to take photos on the boards and the overall sense of tranquility and energy that the classes provided. Overall, Yoga Kai Hawai'i offers a unique and memorable way to practice yoga, with the added benefit of connecting with the natural beauty of the Hawaiian waters. Reviewers consistently describe the classes as a "great experience" and express enthusiasm to return for future sessions.
I signed up for a SUP class about 45 minutes before the class was supposed to begin. The website said to call about signing up because it was so late. I called and the lady I spoke with (forgot to ask her name) was really nice and friendly. She waited on the phone while I signed up online because I wanted to make sure it worked. The instructor, Jon, was chill, low key, and cool. We started with some meditation, and moved into asanas. Jon gave really clear, simple instructions and was easy to follow. At the end, he hummed some kind of chant that was so calming and lovely. It was awesome! I was a little nervous because I'm mediocre at yoga and not so great in water but it was a really fun, energizing class and the instructor made everyone feel at ease. The only thing I wish was that we could have had a photo taken while we were on our boards. Not sure when I will be able to do that again since we're leaving Hawaii tomorrow. But, other than that, it was AWESOME!!
I took my first SUP yoga class with Julia at Ala Moana and it was amazing. It's a great all body workout to balance on the paddle board(which was very wide and comfortable) while floating in the water and my core was engaged the whole time, which I don't always engage during yoga on land. I had no trouble following Julia's calming and thorough instructions and I never felt lost or rushed. She even took extra time to take individual pictures of everyone on their boards after class which was very thoughtful. It was overall a great experience and I can't wait to go back and try the evening class!
I had so much fun over president's day weekend. I did 2 SUP yoga classes and had s great experience. Nice instructors. Slow flow sequence. Great incorporation of water throughout the practice. I hope to go back and do it again!