FAQ and A: Most Frequently Asked Questions and Answers

When does the retreat begin and end?
The Retreat begins on March 13th at 6:00 PM at the Hale Kai house with dinner. The Retreat ends on March 20th after breakfast. In the past, most people have taken an afternoon (~1 PM) flight home.

How Many participants will the Retreat include?
This Retreat is cozy. It is limited to 14 Women. We will have 3 staff members.

Do I need to be a swimmer to attend this Retreat?
No. There are floatation devices available for rent. Also available for rent are masks, fins and snorkels. We provide levels of support from our staff for everyone from the non-swimmer to the experienced swimmer. Sea kayaking has been a favorite for all!

What will the accommodations be like at Hale Kai?
Hale Kai is a large, open air house located about 500 feet from the Pacific Ocean.
There are many bedrooms in the main house and in the screened bungalows located around the main house. There are some bedrooms, which are single occupancy, and some that are shared occupancy. There is a small price difference ($350.00) if you choose to be in a single room with your own bath. There are plenty of bathrooms, some exclusive to the bedrooms. But, our favorite is an outdoor shower tucked inside the lush, Hawaiian flora...it will be your favorite too.

Layout of the house
*master 1 king 1 twin full bath
*ganesha 1 queen/full bath (350 extra)
*bali 2 full/bath
*lanai 1 full (shared bath with master room)
*Timor 1 queen/bath (350 extra)
*sanang  1 queen, 1 single, 1 double futon built in
*garden 1 queen, 1 single bath
*gecko 1 queen, 1 single, half bath, kitchen
*breeze 1 queen/bath (350 extra)
*Rose 1 Queen (350 extra)
*Nai’a  2 queens

There are also outdoor showers available...

What will the food be like?
We will offer healthy, low fat meals and snacks with plenty of yum-yums. Please let us know if you have dietary restrictions. There will be 2 lunches and dinners that are not provided by us so plan to bring some cuisine cash for those times.

What will the weather be like?
The temperature at Hale Kai, sea level, ranges from a high of 80 degrees and a low of 62 degrees. Hawaii has different climate zones and eco-systems because it begins at sea level and rises to 14,000 feet. We will spend most of our time at sea level, but when packing, do plan to layer up for our visit to the volcano. We might have a rain shower or two.

What will a typical day be like at this Retreat?
Yoga for every skill level, great food, running or walking, exploring, swimming and visiting with magical sea creatures, special programs and free time. There will also be a great massage therapist joining us who will be available for you to book appointments with for an extra cost.

What about the staff?
The staff is an inspiring and spirited group of women!!! You will have the chance to play with women who are both phenomenal athletes and articulate teachers. The high staff-to-participant ratio allows opportunity for individual guidance, safe supervision for all activities and personal attention to your needs.
The staff for this trip:
Colleen Cannon
Jacqueline Stanford
Julia Ingersoll
Julie Stowell

What airport do I fly in to?
Kona, Hawaii

How will I get to Hale Kai from the airport and back?
We will organize people together to rent cars or catch the shuttle. Typically people come in on the 12:00 or 1:00 flight from LA to Kona. Some people that come from the East Coast just stay over in Kona and then the shuttle picks them up at their hotel. You can let us know your arrival time and we will start working on this. The shuttle can hold 7 people and it is 120 for the ride to Hale Kai. Once we know how many women are on your particular shuttle we can get you a price. The price is determined by how many are taking the shuttle to Hale Kai. So.. please get me your flight information as soon as you have it.

What is the reservation and cancellation policy?
A $250 non-refundable deposit is due at the time of registration. This deposit must be paid by cash/check. If you prefer, the remainder of your balance may be put on Visa/MasterCard/Discover. This balance is due 60 days prior to the Retreat. If you need to cancel less than 60 days prior to the Retreat, 50% of the payment, less deposit, will be refunded. We are not able to provide refunds for cancellations within 14 days prior to the Retreat. Please not that injury or illness does not disqualify you from the cancellation policy. We are unable to transfer deposits and/or payments from one year to the next. We reserve the right to cancel any Retreat and will not be responsible for additional travel costs incurred. In the unlikely event that a Retreat is cancelled, we will promptly refund any money you have sent us.

What is the cost of this Retreat?
$2200 based on double occupancy (Single Lodging is available for an additional $350). Airfare is not included. You should plan to bring extra money for the following: snorkel gear rentals, treats, souvenirs, 2 dinners, 2 lunches.