Your guide to 12 hands-on Big Island workshops this month

Ever learned something new with the salt breeze on your skin and plumeria in the air? That’s the Workshop Big Island vibe. It’s not just “taking a class.” It’s talking story with kūpuna under the palms, moving your body with the ocean, and finding your voice in unexpected places.

With 20 upcoming workshop-style happenings, this month is full of ways to stretch your mind, your muscles, and maybe your comfort zone too.

Why workshops feel different on Hawaiʻi Island

The island teaches you as much as the instructor does. Sunrise light at A-Bay, the rumble of distant lava fields, rain on tin roofs in Puna—every setting adds mana to the moment. Our kumu and community hosts keep it welcoming, with sliding-scale options, free cultural demos, and chances to practice in nature. It’s learning that feels like belonging.

Top upcoming experiences (8 you’ll love)

Picture this week: slow breaths on warm wood floors at SPACE, sand under your toes at A-Bay, and laughter echoing through a small studio in HPP. Here are standout picks that capture the range of what’s on:

• ●Melt into a yin reset with Yoga with Jared at SPACE. Sliding scale ($10–$20) means your whole ʻohana can come breathe, soften, and restore.
• ●Find your funny bone at the weekly Improv Comedy Class in HPP (15-1601 4th Street). Mondays at 6 pm. Adults only, super supportive, and wildly freeing.
• ●Move with the tide at Yoga on the Beach with Calley O'Neill at Anaehoʻomalu (A-Bay). A flowing “full body elixir” that blends yoga, qigong, and deep rhythmic breath.
• ●Grow skills from ʻāina to table with two free Tuesday trainings: Puʻuhonua Wellness-Phase 2: Sustainable/Advanced AgTech Training and Puʻuhonua Wellness-Phase 2: Sustainable Ag / Advanced AgTech. Learn irrigation, hydroponics, greenhouse builds, and workforce readiness—online and on-site.
• ●Strum your first island song at Ukulele Lessons with Kris Fuchigami in Waikoloa. It’s free, taught by a 3x Nā Hōkū Hanohano winner, and a blast for beginners. First 9 get a loaner ʻukulele.
• ●Taste and talk story at weekly markets that double as mini-masterclasses in local foodways: The Queens’ Culinary Market in Waikoloa and the Waimea-side Pukalani Midweek Market . Meet growers, ask questions, and learn what’s in season.
• ●Get hands-on with tradition at Aloha Fridays at Volcano Art Center in Hawaiʻi Volcanoes National Park. Free lei making, kapa stamping, and more on the historic gallery porch.
• ●Ready to dive deeper? Explore creative and embodied intensives: the 3-part shamanic art journey Painting Portals: Integrated Visions 2026, the performance-forward Visionary Dance Intensive & Performance Project with Swan Sedona Soulfire in Kalapana, the 200-hour teacher track Roots & Wings 200-Hour Yoga Teacher Training at Hawaiian Sanctuary, and the women-only Rage Retreat Hawaii in Puna.

Bonus: Want a playful, splashy skill? The Springboard Diving Club at Kawamoto Pool welcomes all ages for free Wednesday sessions.

Key venues (and the vibes you’ll feel)

• ●SPACE – Jungle-fringed, community-run, and cozy. Think soft lighting, barefoot floors, and classes that feel like family.
• ●Hawaiian Sanctuary – Lush Puna retreat center. Birds at dawn, banyans swaying, and training spaces built for deep immersion.
• ●Kalani – Beloved Puna gathering place with open-air pavilions and ocean breezes. A classic for movement and wellness.
• ●Sundari – Intimate studio energy; perfect for mindful practices and small-group workshops.
• ●Volcano Art Center gallery in Hawaiʻi Volcanoes National Park – Historic porch, misty forest air, and cultural practitioners sharing moʻolelo.
• ●Anaehoʻomalu (A-Bay) Beach by Lava Lava Beach Club – Powdery sand, palms, and that glassy morning ocean for beach-side movement.
• ●Kawamoto Pool – Community pool with a new board and big smiles from the crew.

Insider knowledge to feel like kamaʻāina

• ●Beach yoga basics: Wear reef-safe sunscreen, bring a sarong or large towel, and arrive 10 minutes early to settle into the sand.

• ●Studio classes at SPACE: Bring your mat and a refillable water bottle. Sliding-scale classes are cash-friendly; small bills help.
• ●Improv in HPP: Space is limited—reserve your Monday spot by emailing the host listed on the Improv Comedy Class page.
• ●ʻUkulele in Waikoloa: If you need a loaner, arrive early—only the first 9 get instruments at Ukulele Lessons with Kris Fuchigami.
• ●Volcano Art Center: Park entry fees apply for Aloha Fridays at Volcano Art Center. Carpool if you can and linger for the view.
• ●Online ag training: Headphones and a steady connection make the Puʻuhonua sessions smoother. Many learners follow up on-site.
• ●Retreat/Intensive planning: The Rage Retreat Hawaii offers a big locals discount; Roots & Wings 200-Hour Yoga Teacher Training is a true immersion—clear your calendar.

For different vibes (quick picks)

• ●First-timers: Yoga with Jared, Aloha Fridays at Volcano Art Center, Ukulele Lessons with Kris Fuchigami.
• ●Keep-it-weekly: Yoga on the Beach with Calley O'Neill and the Monday Improv Comedy Class.
• ●Budget-friendly (free or sliding scale): Springboard Diving Club , Aloha Fridays at Volcano Art Center, Ukulele Lessons with Kris Fuchigami, the Puʻuhonua trainings, and Yoga with Jared.
• ●Level-up intensives: Painting Portals: Integrated Visions 2026, Visionary Dance Intensive & Performance Project with Swan Sedona Soulfire, Roots & Wings 200-Hour Yoga Teacher Training.
• ●Date-night energy: Culture-forward Hale Ho’aloha Lū’au at Mauna Lani—a beautiful way to learn stories of Kalāhuipuaʻa through music and dance.

FAQ

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  Are these beginner-friendly? Yes. Many are designed for newcomers, including Yoga with Jared, Ukulele Lessons with Kris Fuchigami, Springboard Diving Club , and Aloha Fridays at Volcano Art Center. The Improv Comedy Class welcomes first-timers too.

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  Do I need to reserve? Often you can drop in, but some ask for a heads-up. Email to reserve for the Monday Improv Comedy Class. The art series Painting Portals: Integrated Visions 2026 requests an RSVP. Retreats and trainings like Roots & Wings 200-Hour Yoga Teacher Training and Rage Retreat Hawaii require advance registration.

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  What should I bring? Yoga/fitness: mat or towel, water, light layers. Beach sessions: reef-safe sunscreen and a sarong. Music: your ʻukulele if you have one (loaners at Ukulele Lessons with Kris Fuchigami are first-come). Online agtech: headphones and notebook.

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  How much do these cost? A mix. Examples: Yoga with Jared is $10–$20 sliding scale; Improv Comedy Class is $20; many options are free (Puʻuhonua trainings, Springboard Diving Club , Aloha Fridays at Volcano Art Center). Intensives and retreats vary by program.

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  Can keiki join? Family-friendly picks include Springboard Diving Club , Aloha Fridays at Volcano Art Center, and the weekly markets. The Monday Improv Comedy Class is for adults, and Rage Retreat Hawaii is a women’s retreat.

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  Anything special about venues inside the park? Yes. For Aloha Fridays at Volcano Art Center, Hawaiʻi Volcanoes National Park entry fees apply. Check weather and bring a light layer—the forest can be cool and misty.

Hope to see you in class, on the sand, or under the ohia trees. When you’re ready to plan your next hands-on adventure, Browse all workshop events →