If you’re heading to Maui hoping to practice yoga, we’ve got good news. Maui is an ideal destination for yogis.
Yoga is popular in the Maui community, and there are plenty of yoga studios and accomplished instructors on the island. Whether you want to do teacher training while on Maui or simply incorporate a bit of yoga into your next vacation, here’s everything you need to know about yoga on the Valley Isle.
Why Maui?
Maui is a perfect destination to practice yoga for a multitude of reasons. Many visitors and locals alike believe Maui exudes a spiritual, healing energy. The island’s natural beauty also creates a serene backdrop for yoga practice.
But what really makes Maui great for practicing yoga is the fantastic instructors and studios.
Best Yoga Studios For All Levels
Maui Yoga Path – Maui Yoga Path is located in the Mana Kai Resort in South Kihei. Led by accomplished local instructor Deni Rogan, Maui Yoga Path offers gentle outdoor yoga, Iyengar yoga, and private sessions – available for all levels.
Jany Outdoor Yoga – Jany Outdoor Yoga is held every Monday at Waipuilani Park from 5-6 pm. Classes are donation-based and open to all levels. Waipuilani Park is just a short walk or drive from some of our best Kihei rentals, like Menehune Shores. The instructor, Jany, also hosts classes at Island Power Yoga in Kihei.
Maui Goat Yoga – Yes, you read that right. At Maui Goat Yoga in Ulupalakua, you can practice your downward dog with friendly mini goats. This is a memorable, fun experience for beginners and professionals alike.
Maui Yoga Loft – Maui Yoga Loft is one of South Maui’s top-rated studios. This studio is centrally located to most of our South Maui rentals, near Kihei Kalama Village. Maui Yoga Loft offers classes for all ability levels, from gentle yoga and yin to ashtanga and vinyasa. Yoga teacher training is also offered here.
Island Power Yoga – Island Power Yoga is located in North Kihei, just off Pi’ilani Highway. Island Power Yoga has classes for every ability level, plus several visitor packages that include class drop-ins and mat rentals.
Wailea Healing Center – Located in the rolling hills above Wailea, the Wailea Healing Center offers chair yoga and yoga nidra weekly. Private yoga sessions are also offered for beginners or those looking to refine their practice.
If you don’t mind driving to the other side of the island for yoga, you’ll also find highly-rated studios in Wailuku, Haiku, and Makawao. Some of the best include Afterglow Yoga, Mangala Yoga, and Maya Yoga Studio.
Best Locations For Outdoor Yoga
Kamaole Beach III
Located in South Kihei, “Kam” III features a large grassy lawn overlooking the ocean – making it a great place to practice outdoor yoga. Come early, and you’ll have the park almost to yourself, or lay out your mat at sunset and enjoy spectacular views.
Polo Beach
Polo Beach is located on the southern edge of Wailea. Set up your practice in the grass beneath palm trees, or sneak over to the south side of the beach fronting Polo Beach Club. This side of the beach is tucked away and a bit more quiet than the portion of the beach in front of the Fairmont Kea Lani, making it an excellent option for a quiet yoga practice – especially at sunrise.
Sugar Beach
Sugar Beach is the longest beach on Maui, so finding a private patch of sand for practice is easy. It’s best to get your practice in early at Sugar Beach before the tradewinds pick up and blow sand all over your mat.
Yoga Teacher Training on Maui
Maui is an amazing place to get your yoga teacher certification. Plus, many of our rentals are equipped with everything you need for a long-term stay, like a kitchen and washer/dryers.
Best Maui Accommodations For Yoga Lovers
Mana Kai Maui
Mana Kai is a great option for yoga lovers, mainly because of the Maui Yoga Path classes held on-property! Another perk: Mana Kai has some of the best views in South Maui. There are also plenty of nearby options for self-guided outdoor yoga, like Keawakapu Beach or the grassy lawn out front.
Kamaole Nalu
Kamaole Nalu is located in the heart of South Kihei, tucked between Kamaole I and Kamaole II. Yoga lovers can spread out their mat on Kamaole Nalu’s oceanfront lawn or the soft sand on either side of the property.
Makena Surf
Makena Surf is a serene, tropical place where you can unplug and focus on your practice. There is plenty of green space to roll out your mat, plus a long sandy beach to the north and a secluded cove to the south. The nearest yoga studio is in Wailea, just a short drive away.
Polo Beach Club
The luxurious condos at Polo Beach Club feature spacious lanais, ideal for yoga practice at any time of day. Plus, the grounds feature a large lawn and access to a quiet cove – where you can easily incorporate sunrise yoga sessions into your daily routine.
Kealia Resort
Kealia Resort is bordered by Maui’s longest beach, a wildlife refuge, and only a smattering of other condos, making it an ideal escape to focus on yoga. Here, you can start your mornings on the mat at Sugar Beach or make the short drive to one of Kihei’s many yoga studios.
Ready to book your next Maui yoga getaway? Ali’i Resorts is your top resource for Maui stays and experiences. We hope to see you here on the Valley Isle soon!
