Waikiki Yoga adventure holiday at halekulani~
Waikiki Yoga, Meditation, surf Holiday and Adventure
with Mary Susan Stults Sassone
Dates: December 15th-20th, 2025
Locale: Halekulani Hotel in Waikiki on Oahu
Wellness, pleasure, and play this winter.
Retreat to Hawaii next summer for a luxurious and enlivening Hawaii Yoga and Surf Adventure Retreat on the shores, waves, and beaches of Waikiki on Oahu.
Join international yoga and meditation teacher and mentor, Mary Susan Stults Sassone and soak up a week on retreat in one of the most stunning locales and beaches in Hawaii alongside a wonderful group of fellow adventurers, yoga and nature lovers, surfers, and travelers.
All levels of yoga students and surfers are welcome to join the retreat.
Come as you are and treat yourself to an island yoga and surfing retreat in Hawaii and return home feeling connected, refreshed, and joyful!
Together we'll enjoy a nourishing and salty retreat week and beachside stay at the luxurious, beautiful Halekulani Hotel in Waikiki.
Your host, Mary, teaches a knowledgeable, dynamic, refreshing, and compassionate alignment-based yoga practice that intelligently weaves together the traditions of Iyengar Yoga, Ashtanga Vinyasa Yoga, and Vinyasa as well as restorative yoga, and yin yoga.
We'll make the most of our days with daily yoga and meditation practices, surfing lessons and coaching for all levels on the iconic Waikiki waves and summer swells, art and creativity, time to relax and renew, and space to explore, thrive, and adventure.
Retreat Deposit: $500 non-refundable retreat deposit
Retreat Tuition:
(Note: Retreat Taxes/Processing Fees are Included)
Shared 2 Twin Bed Room with Balcony at Halekulani: $4499 per student for shared lodging
Private King Room with Balcony at Halekulani Hotel: $6499 per student for private lodging
***Remaining Retreat Tuition Due: 60 days prior to retreat or upon registration if within 60 days of retreat start date~
Retreat Inclusions
5 nights shared or private accommodation and lodging at the luxurious and iconic Halekulani Hotel
Retreat Taxes/Processing Fees are Included
Breakfas/Brunch Each Day
Yoga classes and workshops
Guided + silent insight and mindful meditation
Transportation during the retreat
Surf lesson with our instructors
Specialized workshops
Boating and snorkeling adventure
Pre and post retreat support from our team
Professional event photos
Welcome drink
Three Dinners
Wifi connection
Painting Workshop
Retreat Gift Bag
City and Island Exploration
Incredible Community
Beachfront Stay at the luxurious Halekulani and use of hotel amenities
What's Not Included In This Package
Some Meals (2 Dinners, Lunches, Alcohol, extras like dessert/additional appetizers)
Airport transfer
Travel insurance
Flights costs
Additional activities not included in the itinerary
Additional treatments
Food
Breakfast will be included each day as well as 3 dinners together.
What To Bring
A suggested packing list will be sent out to all attending in a retreat welcome email.
Travel Insurance Suggestions
It is suggested to purchase travel insurance to protet your trip in case of interuptions, etc.
How To Get There (Flights, Airport Transfers, Buses, Trains)
Fly into Honolulu International Airport (HNL) on Oahu, and take a cab or uber to ‘Halekulani Hotel in Waikiki.
Yoga
We will be practicing a sustainable, dynamic, and compassionate yoga practice and flow marrying together the traditions of Iyengar Yoga and Ashtanga Vinyasa Yoga.
We will slowly and mindfully weave our way through Hatha inspired alignment-based practices each day taking time to workshop asanas and come-see-come-look moments giving students the opportunity to demo postures as we practice.
Expect longer holds, break-downs of alignment and postures, and a focus on the breath. Classes are appropriate for all levels from beginning students to advanced practitioners and teachers. We ask students to be truly curious and expect to take a deep and joyful dive into the practice and their own inner ecology and wilderness.
Styles
Ashtanga Yoga, Hatha Yoga, Restorative Yoga, Vinyasa Yoga, Vipassana & Yoga, Iyengar Yoga, Yin Yoga, General Yoga
Skill Level
Beginner, Intermediate, Advanced
Meditation
We will be practicing guided Vipassana and Mindful Meditation during the retreat including breath meditations, heart meditations such as the Loving Kindness/Metta Meditations, and compassion meditations.
Art/Create
We will enjoy a more-free style art and painting workshop with acrylic and watercolor paints.
Surfing
We will be heading out for a surfing lesson with a local instructor during our retreat and will also have some free time to surf more or add additional lessons.
Waikiki is one of the most well-known spots and iconic spots on the island of Oahu and in Hawaii, and we'll enjoy plenty of surf time on friendly waves in warmer waters.
The waves will be wonderful for all levels of surfers from beginners to advanced. See you in Hawaii this winter and December for an island week in the heart of Waikiki, xo
Retreating Benefits
A destination far away from home and close to nature
Restore your mind, body, and soul
Take some time to focus on you, your Yoga practice and your inner awareness
Take your practice to the next level
An amazing escape if you’re feeling stressed, tired, overworked, or just need a week to relax
A chance to get away and step aside from all the hustle and bustle of city life
Return home at peace and feeling refreshed in your body
Be more relaxed and refreshed than you’ve ever been
Get a rare opportunity to really unplug
Oahu
Sometimes called “The Gathering Place,” Oʻahu certainly lives up to its name.
The third largest Hawaiian island is home to the majority of Hawaiʻi’s diverse population, a fusion of East and West cultures rooted in the values and traditions of the Native Hawaiian people.
It’s this fundamental contrast between the ancient and the modern that makes discovering Oʻahu — from bustling city life to laidback surf towns — so enjoyable.
You'll find plenty of different options for exploring Oʻahu's different regions, the island's many activities, its eclectic restaurants, and accommodations.
Waikiki
Located on the south shore of Honolulu, the world-famous neighborhood of Waikīkī was once a playground for Hawaiian royalty. Known in Hawaiian as "spouting waters," Waikīkī was introduced to the world when its first hotel, the Moana Surfrider, was built on its shores in 1901.
Today, Waikīkī is Oʻahu’s main hotel and resort area and a vibrant gathering place for visitors from around the world. Along the main strip of Kalākaua Avenue, you'll find world-class shopping, dining, entertainment, activities, and resorts.
Waikīkī is famous for its beaches and every hotel room is just two or three blocks away from the ocean (if it’s not directly on the beach). With Mount Lēʻahi (Lēʻahi Head) as your backdrop, the calm waters of Waikīkī are perfect for a surfing lesson.
In fact, legendary Hawaiian waterman Duke Kahanamoku grew up surfing the waves of Waikīkī. With other renowned Waikīkī Beach Boys, this Olympic gold medalist in swimming taught visitors how to surf at the turn of the century.
“Duke” was instrumental in sharing the values and sport of surfing to the world and came to be known and respected globally as “the father of modern surfing.”
Today, surf instructors in Waikīkī perpetuate Duke’s legacy by teaching visitors how to surf and canoe. The Duke Kahanamoku Statue, located on Waikīkī Beach, has become an iconic symbol of Waikīkī and the surf culture of Oʻahu.
But there’s more to Waikīkī than just the beach. Attractions of Waikīkī like the Honolulu Zoo and the Waikīkī Aquarium offer fun for the whole family.
You can learn about the history of Waikīkī by reading the surfboard markers along the Waikīkī Historical Trail. Among the various things to do, high-end boutiques, shops, and restaurants can be found all along Kalākaua and Kūhiō Avenues and at gathering places like the Royal Hawaiian Center, the Waikīkī Beach Walk, and the newly transformed International Market Place.
After the Waikīkī sunset, the fun continues with amazing nightlife and live music. Best of all, Waikīkī is within a half hour of a variety of Oʻahu attractions, including Pearl Harbor, ʻIolani Palace, the Nuʻuanu Pali Lookout, and Hanauma Bay Nature Preserve, a marine life conservation district.
Other notable points of interest nearby include Ala Moana Center (a massive outdoor shopping center), the local neighborhood of Kapahulu, and the arts district of Chinatown.
From Hawaiian royalty to Hawaiʻi Regional Cuisine, Waikīkī continues to be an evolving expression of the ancient spirit of aloha. On these famous shores, the past and the future are uniting in fresh and surprising ways.
Halekulani Hotel – ANTICIPATED & UNSURPASSED
https://www.halekulani.com
One of the first and finest hotels in Hawaii, Halekulani has welcomed guests to these tranquil beachfront grounds for more than a century. We believe in anticipating your needs and making sure you want for nothing. Top-tier service, award-winning cuisine, unique amenities and no resort fee surprises, are all here for one reason: You. We look forward to welcoming you to our House Befitting Heaven.
Our award-winning chefs use the freshest local ingredients at our open-air and ocean-view restaurants, wine bar and cocktail lounges. Enjoy casual al fresco dining, unwind with a glass of wine or a craft cocktail, or indulge in a romantic dinner at our elegant AAA Five Diamond and Forbes 5 Star restaurant, La Mer.
SpaHalekulani takes a holistic approach to your spa experience, incorporating Pacific healing traditions into your wellness treatments and salon services.
Since its inception, Halekulani has become a bastion of Hawaiian culture, a foremost patron of the arts, and a distinguished showcase for local artists. Over the years, Halekulani has assembled one of the finest collections of local artworks in the state of Hawaii which has been formally documented and curated for the first time.
Since its inception in 1984 as one of the world’s finest and most acclaimed independent luxury hotels, Halekulani has received more than 500 awards, most recently, Travel + Leisure 2020 readers’ poll, the “Best Service in North America,” as well as voted one of the Best Hotels in Hawaii by USA Today’s 10Best. Halekulani is home to SpaHalekulani, House Without A Key, Lewers Lounge, Orchids, Cattleya, and La Mer, Hawaii’s longest, consecutively ranked AAA Five Diamond and Forbes Travel Guide Five-Star Restaurant. For over twenty years, Halekulani has maintained a strong commitment to arts and culture in the community through exclusive alliances with Oahu’s most iconic cultural venues. Halekulani is operated by the Hotels and Resorts of Halekulani, a brand management division of the Honolulu-based Halekulani Corporation, which also oversees the newly opened Halepuna Waikiki by Halekulani. Halekulani is a member of The Leading Hotels of the World and is aligned with Tokyo’s legendary Imperial Hotel. For further information, please visit www.halekulani.com.
Upscale shopping and dining at Ala Moana Shopping Center is just 10 minutes drive away. The hotel is 35 minutes drive from Honolulu International Airport.
See you on the shores of Waikiki this winter, xo
