Top Maui Art & Culture Classes

Whether you’re an art enthusiast or a seasoned creator, everyone is an artist at Kai Luna Creations. Our small group classes offer close, individualized attention and instruction to guide you through all the steps in creating your masterpiece! Commemorate your trip to Maui with a hand-made souvenir that captures the beauty of the ocean – the perfect gift for yourself or a loved one!

Leave the camera phone behind and get high-quality, professional images of your family’s Hawaii vacation taken by a local photographer with over 20 years of experience. Meet at a state park with fantastic views and multiple backdrops for a morning or late afternoon photo shoot. After the session, photos are uploaded to a private website for viewing and purchasing.

Join a hands-on workshop with celebrated Maui jewelry artist Mona Lisa and uncover the secrets of her craft. Set in a stunning art gallery, this immersive experience offers a fun and accessible introduction to jewelry making. You’ll learn about exquisite pearls—from Tahitian and Akoya to Keshi and Edison pearls—and the differences between freshwater and saltwater varieties. Dive into the fascinating history of this timeless Hawaiian tradition while picking up a few Hawaiian words as you bead your own necklace. Mona Lisa provides a prepared jewelry kit with all the materials you need—wire, beads, and supplies—to create one beautiful piece or multiple stunning designs. If you need extra materials, she’ll have options on hand to keep your inspiration flowing. Whether you're a beginner or a jewelry enthusiast, this workshop blends education, artistry, and aloha spirit into a truly memorable experience.

At Glass Experience Maui, unleash your creative spirit by shaping molten glass into stunning art pieces. Guided by talented instructors from Makai Glass, you can choose from traditional glass blowing or flame working techniques. Whether crafting a vibrant wave, a graceful whale tail, or a personalized pendant, each piece you create is a unique reflection of your artistic journey. Set in the charming Hali’imaile, this hands on experience is perfect for all skill levels and is a fantastic way to create lasting memories in Maui. This is not just a demonstration, you will be fully involved in the process from start to finish, working directly with molten glass in a real studio environment. Great for families ages 5 and up, couples, and groups, this experience offers something truly different from typical island activities. You will leave with a deeper appreciation for the craft and a one of a kind piece that captures your time in Maui.

Glassblowing, at its heart, is a team sport! We bill by the piece, but we can get more than one person working on each piece. Most pieces are great for either one or two people. We encourage teamwork with you and your fellow glassblowing students, making this an ideal activity for families and groups, large or small. As a team-building activity, glassblowing lessons bring you and your group together in a fun, challenging, and interactive format that strengthens bonds and encourages teamwork. When you come with your family and friends to make one or more pieces per person, we team you up to involve as many people as possible in the whole experience. The more pieces you make, the more experience everyone gets in the glass studio.

Create a lasting, handmade souvenir on your trip to Maui that will be beautiful and useful. Learn to use epoxy resin safely and competently in this small-group workshop where you’ll make a colorful cheese or charcuterie board to bring home. Your experienced instructor will teach technique, composition, and effects. You’ll make a small practice board and one large board, and get to bring home both.

Learn how to weave your own bracelet out of the Hawaiian lauhala plant—a new skill hard to learn on your own. A local instructor leads the workshop in how to prepare the plant leaves and the weaving technique used for generations. Instructors talk story about Hawaiian culture and history while you weave your bracelet. Take home your creation for a lasting keepsake.

Looking for a unique Maui experience? Join local artist Anastasia for a fun and beginner-friendly suncatcher workshop at Yulia Maui Art Studio in Paia. Create your own stunning ocean-inspired artwork using colorful glass and resin techniques. Perfect for couples, friends, families, or solo travelers seeking a memorable creative experience and a handmade Maui keepsake.

Explore Maui's rugged terrain during this thrilling ATV tour. After an orientation to the vehicle, take off for the top of the valley, where you can view the waterfalls from a distance. Traveling via ATV allows you access to parts of the valley that traditional tour vehicles can't reach. Pilot your ATV down to the coast for a shoreline view, accompanied by engaging commentary from your guide.

Our cultural arts center offers a unique, affordable bonding and learning experience for friends, couples, groups and families. Our classes are casual, accessible, and welcoming to everyone. This is a fun opportunity to learn this core technique for creating a fresh Ti leave rope and talk story with our local cultural expert. And you’ll have fresh Ti leaf bracelet for your self or a special someone when your finished.

Start your Maui vacation off on the right foot and eliminate the guesswork of finding transportation at the airport by booking a transfer service. Meet your driver at the arrivals hall of Maui Kahului Airport (OGG) and head straight to your vehicle. Then, enjoy a relaxing journey to your accommodation so you can begin your holiday.

Craft a unique ocean-inspired clock in a creative workshop designed for all skill levels. This 1.5-hour class guides you through the process of mixing epoxy resin to create stunning wave effects. Using a variety of ocean-themed decorations like sand and seashells, you’ll shape your clock in a silicone mold and install the clock mechanism, transforming your artwork into a functional piece. With all materials provided and a focus on non-toxic resin, this is the perfect way to explore your artistic side while capturing the essence of the ocean. Also you will be able to add dry flowers, glitter, many other decorations to make it truly one of the kind masterpiece. Galore of clock hands to choose from. Everyone from 4 to 124 years old are welcome!

Catch a wave of excitement as you learn to surf during this beginner’s, small-group, lesson in Maui. Join no more than five other students for an introduction to the fundamentals of surfing, including ocean awareness, water safety, riding skills, and proper etiquette. You’re guaranteed to be surfing in one easy lesson, or your next lesson is free. An instructor, surfboard and rash guard are all included.

Experience the magic of a Molokini and Turtle Town on this catamaran snorkeling adventure, where you can swim inside a sunken volcano surrounded by vibrant marine life. Start your day cruising to Molokini Crater, then dive into its pristine waters to explore the coral reef teeming with colorful fish. Depending on the conditions, your next stop may be Turtle Town or Coral Gardens, where you’ll have the chance to search for sea turtles and create lifelong memories in Maui’s dazzling underwater world.

It's a mindful dance party on the beach from sunset to starlight that uses silent disco headphones and 3 channels to choose from, including Main Dance channel, Kids Dance channel, and Tranquil Meditation channel. The experience lasts 2 hours and is perfect for kids and guests of all ages. There are no dance steps to learn, everything is based on free form movement and mindful prompts to guide you. Taking place at The Westin Maui Resort & Spa next to Whaler's Village on Ka'anapali Beach, sessions offer a playful space to unwind and have fun together on the beach during sunset. This experience is all about creating joyful memories on the beach with healthy, mindful, and family friendly vibes. Wellness Entertainment Experience open to all guests and all ages, and does not require that you be a registered guest of the hotel.

Test your skills out in the waves on this beginning surfing lesson in Maui. Led by an expert instructor, learn surf techniques and timing as you hit the warm waters of Lahaina Harbor. Receive personal attention from your instructor and top-of-the-line equipment to practice on. Photos of your small-group experience are also available for purchase.

Join a guided snorkeling tour at Wailea Point, Maui, designed for non-swimmers and first-time snorkelers. Spend time practicing floating and breathing in shallow water with life jackets and one-on-one guidance before exploring vibrant marine life and Hawaiian green sea turtles on a 15-foot (4.6-meter) inflatable board. This family-friendly experience welcomes all skill levels and provides high-quality gear for your comfort and safety.

You will create a set of 4 stunning coasters using resin, dried flowers, leaves, stones, and gold leaf in this unique and creative class. These coasters, crafted with food-safe resin, will not only protect your surfaces but also bring a touch of nature and elegance to your home decor. The combination of natural elements and metallic accents will add a magical and artistic flair to your living space. These handmade coasters are not only functional but also make for a thoughtful and personalized gift for friends and family. Join us in this workshop to learn the techniques and skills needed to create your own beautiful and one-of-a-kind resin coasters.

This is a charming, insightful and a even little bit suspenseful experience as he takes a raw piece of wood to a finished carving before your eyes. There's nothing like us in all of Hawai'i. Enjoy our unique "Migrations" Galleries that trace Hawai'i's history through costumes, dance implements and musical instruments of the various cultures that have migrated to Hawai'i. Conveniently located in Central Maui you can also shop and enjoy the Queen Ka'ahumanu Food Court.

Unleash your artistic side in this 1.5-hour epoxy resin geode painting workshop. Participants will dive into the fascinating world of resin art, learning to mix, pour, and manipulate non-toxic epoxy to create stunning geode-inspired pieces. With step-by-step guidance from an experienced instructor, you'll explore various techniques to add depth and texture, using natural gemstones, crushed glass, and vibrant pigments. Whether you're a novice or have some experience, this class provides everything you need to craft a unique piece of art, ready for pick-up the next day. • All materials provided, including resin, wood planks, pigments, tools and ppe (aprons, glows, masks if needed). • Unleash your inner artist and create a beautiful, personalized piece of decor. • Perfect for anyone looking to try a new, creative hobby or add a stunning, custom artwork to your home. Join us for a fun-filled session, and walk away with a masterpiece you can proudly display or give as a gift!

The Maui Mona Lisa jewelry LIVE studio. This is a true artist experience in her personal home atelier downstairs. Hands on workshop to learn from a famous artist. Her Hawaiian family history and her trade secrets of metal flower enameled hair pieces. Mona Lisa has been featured on HGTV and in fashion magazine with her designer pieces. Many celebrities wear her pieces. Highly personalized class where the art of crafting is so refined that you get to create a high end brass enameled Hawaiian fashion designer hair piece. There are two choices here A. design a hair clip this class is one hour and easy. B. design a headband or mermaid crown this is more complex longer class Hands on workshop, personalized to your group. classes are private special request for birthdays for a group or bridal celebration is offered when booking the longer class. All our classes are private you will not be joining with strangers or others signing up. the entire studio and art space is yours.

Don’t leave Maui without professional photos of your visit or special occasion. This private photoshoot includes a 1-hour session at Po‘olenalena Beach with a professional photographer who takes about 1,000 photos and posts the best on a private website for your viewing.

" Get some exercise and have some fun when you take this Zumba class in Kihei Maui. Experience a cardio dance class, led by an expert and filled with Latin flavor and energetic moves. Dance to a variety of choreographed songs, some easy to follow and others more challenging. Whether you're a beginner or a seasoned dancer, all ages and levels are welcome to join a class to learn some new moves. "