7 Days Ayurveda Perfect Health Lifestyle and Ashtanga Yoga Retreat in Maui, Hawaii

Accommodation

Check-in Time:

12:00

Check-out Time:

12:00

The lodging / accommodation is very basic, simple, and clean, nestled in the North Shore side of Haiku town. It will be on a first-come, first-served basis, if available. It is just what you need to disconnect and give yourself time off to restore. It’s nothing fancy, with single occupancy to each bedroom only.

You will stay in a complementary room in the teacher's shared guest home. Unfortunately, there are no resorts and hotels on the accommodation's side of Maui, and for all the good reasons. They like it natural and practice simple living on that side to keep the rich greens as their source of energy and life.

If you are looking for a hotel or resort feel, you may do so at extra expense towards Kahului, Wailea, and Kīhei area, but it will be a 30 to 45-minute drive (one way) to the shala.

Students staying at the guest housing will all be in charge of cleaning up after themselves and preparing their own meals and leisure time activities.

Experience simple island living that is clean, cozy, and restful in nature, on a tropical island living space. There is no air conditioning, but the place enjoys the trade winds, so natural breeze and ceiling fans keep guests in all rooms cool on warmer days.

The shared living space is co-ed, and there are no requirements to be vaccinated, nor are there COVID-19 testing requirements.

Everyone will be respected, responsible, and accountable for their own needs and welfare. The full kitchen has a stove, oven, toaster, coffee maker, microwave, and dishwasher, and the bathroom has a simple tub. Free Wi-Fi, linens, bedsheets, and towels are all provided, as well as beach towels and beach chairs.

Please know that you will be a guest invited to stay at the teacher's guest house and it is a very simple, basic private room to enjoy your seven days on Maui, rest, and renew after your practice, studies, adventure, and exploration of the beautiful island.

The teacher's student guest home has three private bedrooms, a shared living room, a kitchen stocked with necessities to prepare your own meals, as well as a shared bathroom. Each student will share time in keeping the communal space clean and respectful toward the other students. There will be no outside visitors allowed during your stay there.

Please also know that accommodation is basic and simple, with minimal amenities. No housekeeping or room service will be offered within the seven days. There is a laundry and dryer on site for your use, and everyone will make their own meals. The space welcomes each individual's dietary preference.

The guest space has ceiling fans in all bedrooms, ample trade winds and breeze, and no air-conditioning. You will be encouraged to get outdoors and enjoy the tropical oasis of North Shore. Maui is known for its lush green tropical energy. Haiku does get rain depending on the season, which is perfect for cooling after a beautiful sunny day.

You will experience a tropical jungle feeling style and climate, yet with still sunny days for you to enjoy other areas of Maui, known for its microclimate demographic that is healing and energizing, as well as the many beaches that surround the house in minutes' drive.

Your host also reserves the right to dismiss anyone from the guest home and the shala for inappropriate behavior and non-compliance to the etiquette in place upon arrival and stay. Should this takes place, the guest will need to find other options for lodging, with no refund.

Eastern yoga philosophy teaches how to apply the practice of kindness, courtesy, and respect to support a better and healthier mindset as well as optimal physical and spiritual well-being. The tuition for this retreat is solely for the time of studies, practices, teachings, discussions, and mentorship.

There will be no refund for cancellation. Please read the description of the retreat thoroughly for a clear understanding.

Program

This is the authentic Eastern philosophy and teaching approach of Ashtanga and Mysore yoga program and Ayurveda from the direct lineage as taught by Krishnamarcharya and Jois Family to Christina Martini, who is a direct student of the lineage and is authorized to teach the Ashtanga system in its original and traditional method.

Unplug in a breathtaking tropical environment while exploring nature and nourishing your body, mind, and soul.

All are welcome. You will practice the traditional lineage of Ashtanga Vinyasa yoga. In this experience, you will grow to enrich and develop your personal practice. The retreat is perfect for beginners, established yoga and Ashtanga practitioners, and yoga teachers, teacher assistants, or apprentices.

This will be an incredible opportunity to dive deeper into the knowledge of the authentic traditional Eastern philosophy of Ashtanga Vinyasa and Ashtanga eight limbs of yoga, breath, meditation, mantras, Ayurveda, and mindfulness.

This is about taking time for you. Ashtanga Shala Santosha Yoga & Wellness, Maui, Hawaii will integrate Eastern yoga philosophy and knowledge of how the eight limbs of yoga practice can support your mind-body-energy and lifestyle.

You will explore the Ashtanga system of yoga and Ayurveda health in Eastern philosophy as a therapeutic approach with breath (pranayama), guided meditation, and question and answer for your personal needs, health, and wellness coaching.

What to expect

Enjoy seven beautiful days relaxing at Maui’s most stunning beaches, waterfalls, forests, craters, and quaint towns.
Practice daily Ashtanga Mysore and guided led class, as well as enrich, refine, and grow your practice and needs.
Explore yoga philosophy, sutras, and eight limbs of yoga.
Deepen your knowledge with functional anatomy.
Know about Ayurveda and Ashtanga yoga as sisters of the Veda Eastern system.
Learn detailed alignment and anatomy for your mind-body to support conditions, injuries, imbalances, etc.

Ashtanga yoga and paradise retreat on Maui for your wellness

Reserve your retreat with Christina Martini. Experience the perfect balance of Ashtanga yoga, Ayurveda, and adventure on this one-week yoga retreat on Maui, Hawaii. All practitioners and yogi/ni/s - whether you have been practicing for a long time or teaching or you are just starting your Ashtanga yoga journey will be welcome in this retreat.

Each morning will begin with the traditional yoga of Mysore style self-practice with the Satsang. Participants will practice together. The retreat will be based on the Eastern teachings of Ashtanga yoga and Ayurveda wellness.

Your practice will be in the traditional Therapeutic yoga approach of Mysore-style, wherein each person is taught, guided, and led individually based on their ability, needs, and conditions through her / his yoga practice in order for them to grow, deepen, and advance their personal studies and needs.

This retreat will also give you plenty of free time to relax and explore the beauty of Maui, Hawaii. Whether you are alone or with family, there’s plenty of time to enjoy your days here.

Together with Christina and other participants, you will enrich, unfold, develop, cultivate, and nurture your yoga practice to emerge feeling re-energized and happy! Choose your preferred date and book today. Have a paradise treat to enjoy Maui, Hawaii for seven days and six nights as your self-care to renew and rejuvenate.

Who is this retreat for?

This retreat is ideal for established Ashtanga yoga students or practitioners, a teacher looking to take time for themself and to continue their growth, progress, and gain more knowledge to develop a personal spiritual practice, or someone who is new and has no experience in Ashtanga yoga. It is a beautiful way to begin the practice of yoga.

It is not ideal for you if you have a preference to not sweat or move with dynamic energy. If you are uncomfortable practicing with unvaccinated practitioners, this retreat is not advisable for you either. The shala does not discriminate and accepts everyone at their own risk, and trusts the practice of yoga to be the medicine, the therapy, and the healer.

Develop your yoga practice to meet your needs, growth, and development. The retreat involves traditional authentic Ashtanga Vinyasa yoga asanas and deeper studies for all levels, with all series practiced.

The retreat will also include studies of the Eastern yoga philosophy as practiced and taught with Ashtanga eight limbs of yoga, Patanjali Sutras, breath (pranayama), and introduction to Ayurveda as the sister of the yoga practice.

The retreat will be facilitated by Christina Martini, a certified and authorized Ashtanga yoga teacher, senior teacher, and director of Shala Santosha Ashtanga Yoga and Ayurveda School, Maui Hawaii. She is thrilled to offer a multitude of teachings in places that are very beneficial in promoting a holistic yoga practice.

This self-care yoga retreat is for you to enjoy deeper studies of your Ashtanga yoga practice, grow, develop, advance, and find quiet time to rest, renew, and rejuvenate. The space is limited to a minimum of 0 students and a maximum of 10 students accepted to each session.

All are welcome, included yoga teachers who are looking to enrich and continue education on yoga practices, lifestyle, and Ashtanga methodology. This program is curated to suit your intention, experience, and goals.

Whether to support your ongoing yoga practices or to start from the beginning and wisely build a foundation to do the practice in your own, Christina's retreats are tailored to allow a person this opportunity and time to receive individual attention from her as their mentor and cultivate a practice that is authentic and sustainable.

Together, you and her will grow your well-being, balance your mind, and keep your body fed, nourished, and happy.

Travel assistance

With the retreat nestled in the beautiful tropical rainforest side of Maui's North Shore, Haiku, you will need to rent a car. Public transportation is not sufficient for this retreat.

Schedule:

Each day begins with traditional Mysore practice arrive as early as sunrise on Monday thru Friday 05:30 or 06:00, Sunday is a Led Guided Primary / Intermediate Class at 07:00 Guided. You will engage in discussions that will be personalized to your need and growth on Monday and Tuesday 16:00 - 18:00 and Saturday and Sunday morning 07:00 - 10:30.

All practice session includes Theory of the teaching and traditions, philosophy of the ashtanga yoga therapy practice which also includes practicing Sanskrit chanting of the mantras, breath - pranayama practice of 4 purification breath work and Intro to Ayurveda lifestyle as the sister of ashtanga yoga.

Itinerary: 7 days on Maui, Hawaii

Arrive on Thursday to settle and acclimate. On the next day will be a meet and greet, as well as consultation / assessment of your needs and intentions. Then, on the third day at 07:00, you will start the morning with a Led class with the shala community followed by breath, meditation, mantra chanting, discussion of philosophy and lifestyle, and a circle to get to know each other.

On the last day, you will practice only in the morning.

In between classes, you will have plenty of free time to enjoy a swim at the beautiful beaches of Maui, or enjoy a coffee / tea and prepare for your departure, taking relaxation and rejuvenation with you. Also enjoy free hours each day to explore Maui for your personal relaxation and rejuvenation.

What is a typical retreat day on paradise Maui, Hawaii?

05:00 Rise and shine, coffee / tea at your own time
05:30 - 08:30 Morning Mysore practice, breath, and meditation
07:00 - 10:00 Practice, discussion of yoga lineage, history, philosophy, benefits, theory, question and answer, Ayurveda, breath, meditation, and lifestyle
10:30 onwards (each day) Free time to enjoy and retreat yourself

Please note that the schedule is subject to change. Optional group activities such as a hike, visiting Hana or Hale Akala Volcano, massages, beach day, and spa day are all to be arranged by you. You'll have free hours of the retreat days and the weekend to explore Maui's beautiful beaches, nature hikes, and waterfalls.

Included excursions

You will have free time each day to schedule your own activities and excursions at your own expense. Maui has many beautiful beaches, hiking trails, waterfalls, nature, and fresh air on offer during your time there for healing and growth.

Instructors

Christina Martini

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Christina Martini, international yoga teacher, educator, and Ashtanga practitioner. Owner of Shala Santosha Yoga. 20 years + lifestyle of ashtanga yoga, yoga therapy and health care cancer nurse. Her passion to share the practice of yoga with others is holistic, transforming, and life-inspiring. Authorized and Certified Ashtanga Yoga Teacher, direct student of Manju Jois, Ayurveda Perfect Health and wellness educator, facilitator, and coach. A member of the American Holistic Nurses Association, American College of Lifetime Medicine, Holistic practices, E-RYT, YACEP, RYS Yoga Alliance.

Retreat location

This Ashtanga yoga and Ayurveda retreat will be at an authorized school of Ashtanga yoga, the Shala Santosha in Haiku, Maui, Hawaii, with Christina Martini as the senior teacher, a certified and authorized direct lineage of Ashtanga yoga therapy teacher.

Please note that you will be practicing living on an island with much respect for culture. The minimal amenities are appreciated every day, and living is not compared to the lifestyle on the mainland. Yoga is simple living, and eight limbs of yoga on Maui includes kindness, aloha, and accepting many things the way they are, as is.

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Food

Meals are not included in the price. The house has a kitchen stocked with necessities to prepare your own meals. The full kitchen has a stove, oven, toaster, coffee maker, microwave, and dishwasher. The space welcomes each individual's dietary preference.

The following meals are included:

Drinks

The following drinks are included:

Water
Coffee
Tea

Things to do (optional)

Enjoy your free time daily going to the beach or waterfalls, hiking, sitting in nature, surfing, windsurfing, standup paddleboarding, kitesurfing, going on nature walks, or having quiet time, relaxing while surrounded by amazing tropical weather, fresh air, and blue skies.

Thai / deep tissue massage - available by appointment and the cost is anywhere from 100 USD - 150 USD per hour
Bodywork, acupressure, cupping - by appointment and the cost is anywhere from 100 USD per hour
Points of interest and activities / tours of the island - available
Snorkeling tours
Road to Hana
Hale Akala crater and biking
Windsurfing, kitesurfing, and surfing
Sunrise and sunset cruises

The appointments can be made prior to your arrival or when you arrive there.

Spa treatments

You can book these treatments at your expense:

Thai massage with Miriam
Bodywork with TJ Frank
Ho'Omana Wellness Spa

What's included

7 days of Ashtanga yoga, Ayurveda, and retreat in the beautiful paradise of Maui, Hawaii
Daily yoga, breath, and meditation practice
Yoga philosophy studies and Ayurveda discussions with question and answer
Mysore and guided Ashtanga yoga practice with personalized instructions
Introduction to the Ayurveda lifestyle
Ayurveda book and Ashtanga yoga practice sheet
Wi-Fi
6 nights lodging / accommodation
Coffee, tea, water

What's not included

Airline ticket
Airport transfers and transportation
Travel insurance
Health insurance
Car rental
Meals
Extra activities

How to get there

Recommended Airports

OGG

Kahului Airport

11 km

Transfer not provided

Arrival by plane

Please book your air ticket correctly to arrive at Kahului Airport (OGG). Arrive on Thursday, and depart on Wednesday. Transfers from and to the airport are not included in the price.

Arrival by car

There will be no car share either for this retreat. You will need a car rental on Maui. Please rent a car and pick it up at the airport for convenience as it is the only way to get around in that part of the island.

Arrival by taxi

Uber, Lyft, and taxi are not reliable on the North Shore side of Maui.

Arrival by bus

There are limited bus or public transportation services on the north shore to get you to enjoy the island and all it has to offer.

Cancellation Policy

A reservation requires a deposit of 14% of the total price.
The deposit is non-refundable, if the booking is cancelled.
The rest of the payment should be paid 30 days before arrival.

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