10 Best Places To Do Yoga In Maui

Situated right in the heart of bustling and eclectic Paia Town, Maha Yoga is a true hidden gem. It’s located on the top floor of a building behind Charley’s Restaurant and Saloon. The studio offers students a tranquil practice environment with lots of natural light, and beautiful views across the North Shore. The space is fully equipped with bolsters, blankets, blocks, straps, eye pillows, sandbags, and chairs. Each class can accommodate up to 25 students; offering a more intimate practice space where students receive lots of support and guidance.

After many years of teaching, Karin has cultivated a community of thousands of dedicated students from all around the world. At MAHA Yoga, both resident and visiting yogis can embrace yoga as a lifestyle with an embodiment of the spirit of aloha.

Maha Yoga’s mantra is “Love Yoga, Live Aloha,” and they welcome all to join their Maui yoga ohana.

Jennifer Lynn has been teaching yoga for over 15 years and her personal practice most definitely funnels through her teachings; she is well educated on yoga philosophy, alignment, skeletal and muscle safety in all forms of practice. She has an amazing ability to break a yoga pose down into steps, which helps a yoga student to really resonate with each aspect of a yoga practice. In my opinion, she is one of the “real” yoga teachers I’ve ever experienced; she’s not of the “fake it until you make it” variety. Yoga is a personal path, and it’s really wonderful to find a teacher that can help others on their personal yoga pilgrimage while still understanding how important a life balance is. Time and time again, Jen Lynn is also popularly voted “Best Yoga Teacher in Maui” by numerous publications including Maui Time Weekly.

“Jennifer has spent years studying scripture and exploring through direct experience the underlying matrix of several spiritual paths. She has condensed the teachings into stories, aphorisms, and visions that are empowering, healing and uplifting.” (wisdomflowyoga.com, 2015)

In addition to ‘Wisdom Flow’ yoga classes, workshops and teacher trainings with Jennifer, yogis can also check out a variety of other weekly classes at this Upcountry yoga studio. Christine Jorge teaches Ageless Yoga, Yoga For Back Care, Pranayama and Meditation. Kay Huckabee, Maui’s most popular Iyengar teacher, has also found a home teaching at Wisdom Flow Yoga. She is a really amazing Iyengar instructor* In addition to yoga, guests can also enjoy Somatics, Tango, Improv Theatre, Hula, Keiki Hula and Pilates at this Upcountry Maui yoga studio.

• Founder Jennifer Lynn offers “yoga-yoga” or “Raja yoga”
• With over 15 years of teaching experience, Jennifer is well educated on yoga philosophy, alignment, skeletal and muscle safety in all forms of practice.
• Studio is located in Pukalani

Doane’s passion for yoga began when she was just 18 years old – as a student at the University of Massachusetts. After spending time on her personal practice, she felt that it was necessary to dive deeper, and enrolled in a study with Sri K. Pattabhi Jois (Ashtanga Yoga Master) in Mysore, India. She studied with him from 1991 until his passing in 2009. At this point in time, yoga was a way of life for Doane, and she decided to continue with her yoga studies. She began to learn more about the ancient practice under Mr. Iyengar (Yoga Master and Sri K. Pattabhi Jois’ teacher), Gabriella Giubilaro, and Patricia Walden in Pune, India.

After over 30+ years of practicing and now teaching yoga, Doane continues her studies by seeking out further yoga trainings with senior teaches around the world.

In Doane’s classes, students learn asana, pranayama, philosophy, and poetry. At her yoga studio on Maui, she provides classes, workshops, retreats, beginner and advanced yoga teacher trainings. She has a reputation of being a ‘Teacher’s Teacher’ in yoga.

Nicki Doane is a highly regarded yoga instructor that introduces yoga as a lifestyle to her students.

• Doane travels the world teaching and studying yoga
• She is a founder of Maya Yoga– a branch of yoga that evolved from aspects of Ashtanga and Iyengar yoga, focusing on gaining alignment
• Located on the North Shore of Maui in Huelo

Her teachings are influenced by her experience with Power Vinyasa, Vinyasa with Janet Stone, Yin Yoga, Restorative, Anusara and Tantric Philosophy.

For those interested in Maui Yoga Teacher Trainings, Maureen also offers 200-hr Yoga Alliance approved teacher trainings, 300-hr Advance Teacher Training programs, and annual yoga retreats and trainings in Bali.

Each and every one of the yoga teachers at Mangala Yoga studios in Makawao and Haiku are amazing and unique! Abigail Perrin is a well-known and favorite Maui teacher. She has 15-year+ background of studies with Chuck Miller, Manouso Manos, Patricia Walden, Nicki Doane and Eddie Modestini of Maya Yoga, Richard Freeman, Ana Forest of Forest Yoga, Sharon Gannon, Dharma Mitra, Tim Miller, Kofi Busia and more. Her classes are sweet and meaningful, leaving you feeling introspective and at peace. Tara Michelle is a fantastic Hatha Yoga teacher and also happens to be an incredible Hawaiian Lomi Lomi massage practitioner*

No matter what teacher and class you choose at Mangala Yoga, feel confident knowing that you’ll be walking into a mindful environment, and that you will surely leave class feeling stronger and more connected.

• Two locations: Haiku & Makawao
• Owner of Mangala Yoga, Maureen Gildersleeve’s teachings are influenced by her experience with Power Vinyasa, Vinyasa with Janet Stone, Yin Yoga, Restorative, Anusara and Tantric Philosophy
• Maureen also offers 200-hr Yoga Alliance approved teacher trainings, 300-hr Advance Teacher Training programs, and annual yoga retreats and trainings in Bali.
• Other teachers are exceptionally unique with their yoga teaching styles.

Throughout the year, Nancy teaches at her Maui yoga studio and holds periodic workshops in Europe, mainland USA and Canada. When she is not teaching at her home location on Maui, her classes are taught by two of her remarkable assistant teacher-students, Casie Newhouse and Keiko Armstrong. Casie has been studying with Nancy since 1995 and assisting at the House of Yoga and Zen since 1998. Keiko, originally from Japan, has lived on Maui since 1991 and has been practicing Ashtanga Yoga with Nancy since 2001. Both Casie and Keiko are excelled Ashtanga practitioners and teachers. If Nancy is off island, they are the next go-to teachers for Mysore yoga on Maui.

• The oldest yoga studio in Maui.
• Legendary owner-teacher Nancy Gilgoff is a world famous Ashtanga Yoga instructor with over forty years of experience.
• When Nancy is not teaching at House of Yoga & Zen, she embarks on a journey hosting workshops to Europe, mainland USA and Canada.
• Casie Newhouse and Keiko Armstrong, both have been studying with Nancy and are excellent practitioners and teachers that specialize in Mysore yoga.
• Keiko Armstrong also specializes in Japanese classes.

Throughout their three studios, students can find a variety of yoga classes, teaching styles and class times. Yoga offerings include Vinyasa Flow, Alignment Flow, Ashtanga, Kundalini, Restorative, ShaktiRize®, Yoga Nidra, Yin Yoga, Yoga Sculpt, various Yoga Barre classes, and more.

For Maui residents and visitors, Afterglow Yoga’s classes are a solid choice. Their studios provide a variety of teachers and teaching styles, plus they’re conveniently located in Maui’s most frequented areas. In addition, classes can be booked online.

Beginning yogis (Hawaii residents with Hawaii ID) can enroll in introductory packages with monthly discounts, and Maui visitors can purchase a ‘Visitor Pass’ that allows them weekly unlimited yoga classes.

• Three yoga studios on Maui
• Voted ‘Maui’s Best Yoga Studio’
• Offers a variety of teachers and yoga modalities

One of the most refreshing things about Sammy’s yoga classes is that she truly invokes a sense of transparency throughout her teachings and classes. She is a Maui yoga instructor that is most definitely living her yoga, so you’ll never find that “fake it until you make it” yoga vibe in her classes. She’s awesome!

Sammy Seriani teaches weekly yoga classes at the Maui Country Club. Located on the North Shore, a yoga class with Sammy is the perfect way to start or end a Maui beach day. She’s definitely one of the best yoga teachers to initiate into your weekly yoga schedule. Sammy Seriani also teaches private yoga classes*

Yoga with Sammy at the Maui Country Club:
Beginners Yoga – Tuesdays 9:00am-10:30am
Ashtanga 1st Series – Tuesdays 5:00pm- 6:30pm
Mysore Practice – Thursdays 5:00pm-6:30pm

At Body In Balance, students enjoy Pilates Mat and Machine classes, Circuit Pilates, Chair Pilates, Vinyasa Flow Yoga, Yin Yoga, Yoga For Athletes, Barre Yoga, Aerial Yoga, Aerial Silks, TRX Suspension, Hip Hop Dance, Pole Dance, Ballet, Keiki Gymnastics, and more.

Yoga instructors at Body In Balance are the owner/lead instructor Amanda Furgiuele (Vinyasa Yoga, Aerial Yoga & SUP Yoga), Annie Davis (Restorative Yoga), Genna Howard (Anusara & Aerial Yoga), Jeff Sims (Yoga), Jennifer Gode (Yoga), Julie Mitchell (Yoga & AcroYoga), Sonja Gleeson (Yoga), Stephanie Meyers (YogaFIT), SuAnn Ferrogari (Vinyasa Yoga), and Tara Angioletti (Integral Yoga).

In addition to Iyengar classes and retreats with Deni Roman, students can also experience a selection of more amazing yoga classes, 7 days a week, at Maui Yoga Path. Maui Yoga Path instructors include Bartolo Castellon Pena, Jasmine Batchelder and Kristin Kore. Popular classes include Sunrise Beach Yoga, which is taught every day at 7am, Gentle Yoga every day at 8am, and more classes throughout the week like Hatha Yoga 1-2, Restorative Yoga, Senior Yoga, Yoga Movement and Body Conditioning.

Maui Yoga Path is a great destination for both residents and those visiting Maui and staying at accommodations in Kihei. Class passes are reasonably priced, the location is gorgeous, and mats and props are provided. Furthermore, you will always leave a Maui Yoga Path class feeling relaxed and calm. The selection of classes at this studio always seem to inspire some Yin energy*

• Open 7 days a week, located on beach in front of Mana Kai Resort.
• Deni Roman, founder of Maui Yoga Path, also well known Iyengar instructor.
• Popular classes include Sunrise Beach Yoga, which is taught every day at 7am, Gentle Yoga every day at 8am, and more classes throughout the week like Hatha Yoga 1-2, Restorative Yoga, Senior Yoga, Yoga Movement and Body Conditioning.

Lastly, Infusion Barre & Yoga offers a really awesome 30 Day Package for $99. With yoga classes costing on average between $15-20 a class, this is an incredible deal to check out for jumpstarting your practice!

• Located in North Shore Town of Paia, Infusion Barre & Yoga has beginner and advanced classes.
• Offers Barre Fusion, Power Vinyasa, Gong Restorative and Power Yoga Classes.