5 Days Ayurveda Cooking and Yoga Retreat in Hawaii

The lodging rooms range from private to shared suites which are surrounded by beautiful tropical fruit trees, lush rain forest, and nearby hiking or walking trails along the ocean and pristine beaches.

Single room

Spacious room with a single queen or king bed and a shared or private bath.

Double room

Spacious rooms with private bath and twin beds.

Couples room

Spacious rooms with a king or queen size bed for couples, friends, or family members.

Program outline

Ayurveda is recognized as one of the most important healing systems of mind-body medicine. Ayurveda forms the necessities and foundation for a healthy, natural, and balanced way of living. Ayurveda promotes longevity and prevents illness, allowing one to develop their highest potential.

Ayurvedic food preparation and cooking

A variety of cooking techniques and meal preparations will be learned and integrated. Participants will learn how to adapt specific foods toward the specific needs of each individual according to their dosha or constitution.

Energy management, meditation, and yoga Nidra

Visualizations, concentration, and meditation techniques will be explored to release sanskaras (negative thoughts, emotions, and pictures) and create a balanced state of Sattvic energy. Students will learn how to turn their attention inward, explore, and heal both their gross and subtle bodies.

Foundational of ayurvedic principles

The program includes the five element theory, the tri dosha theory, the seven dhatus, agni, ama, and ojas. Each participant will also explore their own constitution and will learn to integrate these principles in an experiential way.

Foundation of ayurvedic nutrition

Ayurvedic diet and nutritional concepts will be explored in this course for the purposes of health and well-being. The use of specific diet and herbs will also be explored to support the healing process.

General daily schedule

• Morning meditation and pranayama
• Ayurvedic breakfast
• Ayurveda lecture, discussion, and demonstration
• Morning yoga Nidra practice
• Ayurvedic lunch and food preparation
• Free time for relaxing, exploring the island and local market, or enjoying adventures
• Ayurvedic dinner and food preparation
• Evening Yin yoga practice

Program begins on Thursday at 5:30 p.m. and finishes on Monday at 1:30 p.m.

• Exploring the beaches of Hawaii, including secret beach and Mauna Kea Beach
• Sacred journey and sightseeing with local Hawaiian shaman
• Swimming with or viewing the dolphins
• Visiting local and organic markets and farms where you can obtain the source of ayurvedic food
• Zen walks along the ocean

The retreat will take place just 200 yards from Kehena Beach, one of the most beautiful black sand beaches in the world. Dolphins and sea turtles can be seen off the beach year-round, making snorkeling and swimming an exciting sightseeing adventure.

Located in the Puna district, a colorful and culturally distinct enclave of artists, writers, permaculture farmers, and a thriving counter-culture community, you can feel free to slow down, completely unwind, and explore the extraordinary abundance consisting of rain forests, farms, transcendental lava-lands, and truly spectacular coastal views.

The Big Island of Hawaii is a place of diversity and beauty. Rare, endangered plant and animal life, pristine micro-climates that go from snow-covered peaks to lava deserts and lush tropical rainforest can be found here. In addition, the world's most massive mountain and tallest from its base, plus the earth's most active volcano, Kilauea, are some of the awe-inspiring treasures of the island.

Nearby places

• Hilo International Airport (ITO) - 30 to 45 minutes
• Kehena Beach (black sand), 200 yards
• Kona International Airport (KOA) - 3 hours
• Lava Tree Park - 30 to 60 minutes walk

During the retreat, you will be provided with daily ayurvedic breakfast, lunch, and dinner included in the package. You will be cooking your own lunches and dinners learning this way the secrets of Ayurveda cuisine. Ayurvedic meals are very well-known for their nutritious and healthy ingredients used for enhancing vigor, vitality, and health.

During your free time, there are many activities and excursion options available to cater all tastes and budgets such as relaxing walks, swimming with dolphins, visiting the markets, or simply relaxing at the beach are some ideas.

A visit to Kalapana

You can also visit Kalapana, once a fishing village that was buried under 10 meters of molten rock in 1990, by the Madame Pele Volcano, or the Akaka Falls, a short walk through lush vegetation and streams leading to the free-fall plunge of the 420 feet.

Surfing

In your free time, you can try your surfing skills at HonoliI Park, the best place to practice surfing and boogie boarding. If youre not adventurous, then exploring St. Benedict's painted church, a fascinating place located at Honaunau, in the famous Kona coffee growing region, is a great option.

Swimming

For more relaxation, swim in the thermal pond, a natural pool with a sandy bottom which has been outfitted with cement walls and access ladders. A small inlet allows ocean water to flow in and out with the tides while keeping the temperature around 90 degrees.

Massages and body treatments are available upon request at additional cost.

• 2 daily yoga classes
• 4 nights accommodation
• Ayurveda food preparation and cooking
• Ayurveda lecture, discussion, and demonstration
• Daily ayurvedic breakfast, lunch, and dinner
• Daily zen walks and sunrise meditations session
• Free time island excursions and adventures
• Sacred Seed Yoga & Ayurveda College 30-hour certificate

• Airfare
• Airpor transfer
• Extra activities
• Massage

Arrival by airplane

Please book your flight to arrive at either Hilo International Airport (ITO) or Kona International Airport (KOA). Transfer from and to these airports is available upon request.

• The deposit is non-refundable, if the booking is cancelled.
• The rest of the payment should be paid 60 days before arrival.