Hawaiʻi Ashram, Yoga,
& Meditation Retreats

Konalani is an authentic yoga ashram on the Big Island of Hawai‘i, rooted in the ShambhavAnanda Yoga lineage. It’s a living community where daily life blends yoga, meditation, selfless service (seva), and time in nature on five acres overlooking the ocean.

The ashram is located in Kailua-Kona on the Big Island of Hawai‘i at 77-6484 Sea View Circle, about 15 minutes from downtown Kona and the harbor.

This retreat is designed to help you calm your mind, rebuild your body in a sustainable way, and reconnect with community. You’ll experience regenerative yoga, pranayama (breath practices), meditation, sacred ritual, and time on some of Hawai‘i’s most beautiful beaches and trails.

No. All practices are accessible for beginners and still meaningful for experienced practitioners. Classes focus on gentle, functional movement and nervous-system down-regulation, rather than extreme or “performance” yoga.

Days usually begin with yoga and meditation, followed by breakfast and a short period of seva (simple service). Late mornings and afternoons include workshops or excursions (beach trips, hikes, sacred arts, snorkel outings), with shared meals and quieter time in the evenings. One evening is reserved for a closing gratitude circle.

Seva is selfless service — simple tasks like washing dishes, sweeping, or light garden work. On this retreat, it’s about 30 minutes most days and is meant to be mindful and manageable, not heavy labor.

The retreat involves light to moderate physical effort: gentle yoga, short hikes on uneven ground, snorkeling, walking on beaches, and going up and down stairs. All activities are optional, and you can always sit out or choose an easier option.

Group size is intentionally small and intimate, usually around 15 participants. This allows for personal attention in classes and a close-knit community feel.

Accommodations are simple, clean, and designed for rest and inner focus. Options include private bedrooms, shared bedrooms, and “glamping” style canvas cabin tents with real beds and full bedding. All lodging is close to shared bathrooms and the main house.

There are two modern shared bathrooms with multiple sinks, toilets, and hot showers available 24/7. They are well-ventilated, well-lit, and kept clean by the community.

All meals are vegetarian, home-cooked, and nourishing. The menu includes lots of fresh produce, whole grains, and plant-based proteins, with some dishes inspired by our ashram cookbooks. We can accommodate vegan, gluten-free, and dairy-free diets; if you have specific allergies, let us know in advance.

No. The ashram is a quiet, retreat-style space. Alcohol, tobacco, marijuana, and recreational drugs are not allowed on the property. We also ask that guests avoid romantic or intimate displays during their stay and respect quiet hours from 8:30 p.m. to 7:15 a.m.

High-speed Wi-Fi is available 24/7 in the main buildings. We ask that phones and video calls be kept out of shared practice spaces and off the meal tables so everyone can be present. Many guests purchase a local SIM or use their home carrier’s roaming, but Wi-Fi alone is enough to stay in touch.

The retreat includes several guided outings such as beach days at Kua Bay, snorkeling at Kahaluʻu Beach Park, a walk through Kaloko-Honokōhau National Historical Park, a cloud forest hike, and a visit to Kailua-Kona town. There are also on-site workshops like mala making, sacred art painting, core workshops, and sacred ceremony.

Yes. During free time, you can arrange additional adventures such as manta ray night snorkels, surf lessons, scuba diving, Mauna Kea stargazing, Volcanoes National Park tours, climbing gyms, or local sports like beach volleyball and ultimate frisbee. These are optional and paid separately to local providers.

The retreat is led by resident acharyas (senior teachers) Satyam and Abhaya, who have been guiding trainings and retreats for many years and live full-time at the ashram. Guest teachers and local artists/musicians also support specific sessions.

The retreat is offered in English. Basic English is needed to follow classes, safety briefings, and group activities.

You’ll fly into Kona International Airport (KOA). From there, it’s about a 20–25 minute drive to the ashram by taxi, rideshare, or rental car. Detailed arrival instructions and options will be provided after registration.

We recommend comfortable yoga clothing, a light jacket, swimsuit, reef-safe sunscreen, walking shoes or hiking sandals, a reusable water bottle, and any personal medications or toiletries. Yoga mats and props are provided on site.