Holiday week on Hawaiʻi Island is glowing. From golden-hour hula in Puna to ocean-breeze yoga at A-Bay, here are the feels you’ll want to ride all week.
This week’s vibe (Dec 22–29)
Cool trades, twinkle lights, and that post-solstice glow. Ever felt the ground shake to pahu drums at sunset? Slide into the season with Hula Ola (Monday) at Hawaiian Sanctuary, 4:00–5:30 PM—palms swaying, hips rolling, heart wide open.
Mornings are for salt-kissed stretches at Yoga on the Beach with Calley O'Neill by Lava Lava Beach Club at Anaeho'omalu (A-Bay) Beach. You’ll hear gentle shore break between breaths and leave feeling lighter than the trade winds.
Don’t-miss highlights
If you only pick a few, make it these. Hula Ola (Monday) brings true aloha through movement—celebration, story, and sweat in one joyful session at Hawaiian Sanctuary.
Craving deep rest? Slide into Reiki & Sound Bath with Simona Alladio & Gabriel Beeson at Blue Dragon Hot Yoga, Tuesdays 4:30–6:00 pm. Crystal bowls, chimes, and flute melt away holiday buzz—and your first session is free through December.
For a free, culture-rich evening, the Weekly Hula show at the Coronation Pavilion is pure island joy. It’s that classic Waikōloa breeze, graceful kahiko to ʻauana, and live mele under the palms.
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Quick picks by vibe
Chill vibes: Flow easy with Slow Flow 6-0 Yoga with Jared Sam at Kalani, or settle into the 9:00–10:30 AM Tuesday Morning Yoga: Vinyasa or Yin Flow at Hawaiian Sanctuary.
ʻOhana fun: Let your keiki twirl at Keiki Ballet w/ Rachel | Ages 5+ at SPACE—socks, leggings, and big smiles. Little warriors can roll safely at Brazilian Jiu Jitsu: Kids at Kalani.
Adventure seekers: Climb higher with Intermediate Silks with Ellen at SPACE, then test your skills at Aerial Open Gym | Ages 18+. Ground game more your thing? Grapple at Brazilian Jiu Jitsu: Adults at Kalani.
Night owls: Hilo’s Open Mic Night starts at 8 and goes till closing—free laughs, fresh jams, and that small-town magic where everyone becomes ‘ohana. If you want even more mele, peek at more live music →.
Tastes of the island: Wander the Kings’ Shops Farmers Market (Tuesday, 9:00 AM–2:30 PM) and fill your tote with mac nuts, local jams, and sunshine-sweet fruit.
Local’s notes
- ●Beach yoga tip: Bring a towel for the sand, water, and reef-safe sunscreen. The breeze feels amazing.
- ●Hula etiquette: Watch with respect, clap with heart, and leave spaces tidy. Mahalo nui.
- ●Aerial at SPACE: Open gym is for approved students—confirm with the aerial director before you go.
- ●Keiki ballet: Shoes encouraged, but socks and leggings work. Bring a water bottle.
- ●Markets: Cash helps with small vendors; bring your reusable bag.
Looking ahead
Tomorrow’s treat? That ocean-scented morning flow at Hawaiian Sanctuary and a cozy pau hana sound bath at Blue Dragon Hot Yoga. Feels like a reset, yeah?
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