I've been making ukuleles since the 1980s, and have had 5 excellent instructors, besides learning…read morefrom several other well-known experts. Les is the best. He has very deep and broad understanding, and knowledge. He has thoughtfully developed novel jigs and methods. And is a superb teacher. Incredibly, and thankfully, he has a mellow personality, too, a nice departure from high-strung uke-makers. You'll create a beautiful. excellent sounding instrument, and will enjoy the process. Regulars at his shop are great teachers, too. I highly recommend his uke-making class. R.T.

Great School! I have gone here for six years and am happy to graduate this year. The reason I have…read morestayed with this school is because I know when I leave this school I will know how to properly work in my community

This is the place you want to go to renew your first aid/ CPR and Artificial Defibrillation…read moretraining certification. Call and schedule now

I've taken CPR/1st Aid classes a few times throughout my lifetime, however, Lloyd made this course…read morecome alive. His energetic, real-life examples and inspirational teaching style kept me, and the class engaged, interested, and focused with relevant information and life-saving tips! The time literally flew by, and I could have stayed and learned from Llyod for another few hours. His background as a First Responder has a deep knowledge of life-saving techniques and pearls of wisdom. "I've always seen first responders as unsung heroes and very special people because, when everyone else is running away from danger, they run into it." Dwayne Johnson

This school is amazing. My kids go here and the teachers are above and beyond. My kids are learning…read moreso much that they are above their grade levels in most of their subjects. The teachers respond quickly and we have a direct contact with them if we need anything.

I give this school a solid 5-star rating because I went to this school myself and I got tought a…read morelot of things that help me noe

I stayed at Kalani for 11 nights. I rented a cottage with meals and activities, aka the Kalani…read moreExperience. Then I participated in a Yoga is for Every Body retreat. I walked to the meals from my cottage, and up to the pool almost daily. It was a beautiful and peaceful walk. I was concerned at first but my body quickly adapted. The meals were amazing. I had never experienced such a healthy and delicious cuisine. Most of it was locally-sourced and organic. They had lots of vegetarian options as well as vegan. That's not to say they didn't have wonderful desserts every night with dinner. I participated in several yoga classes. They have all kinds; fast, slow, Vinyasa, Yin, you name it. But they also have cultural classes on Lei making, hula dancing, salsa dancing, permaculture hikes and more. I was not bored for even a moment. If anything I needed to take a nap a couple times during the day for having been so active and busy. The people were friendly and helpful with lots of information about the locals and the community of Pahoa. They took us to Uncles market a local market/party every Wednesday night. If you have the option to do so I would also highly recommend staying at kailani for the Open Mic at least once it's fabulous. The pool is lovely but be fore-warned its clothing optional and there's a lot of nudity. There are lounge chairs to sit in and there's even a sauna area and changing rooms. I enjoyed two massage sessions while I was there. One was an apprentice massage which was just fine and very relaxing, the other was a Lumi Lumi Hawaiian massage which was amazing and different and just... quiet an experience. I would recommend it to anyone. I hope to return next summer on a sabbatical which is 30 days of participating in the community and it includes all of my lodging and meals and some massage work as well. It was hard to leave.

I didn't make for the E-dance or Holiday Festivities or New Years Festivities but I met some people…read morewho partook in them and expressed a good time. I went for a yoga class led by Marcia, 90 minutes flew by. There's places to stay, a store etc

On my visit to The Big Island last year, I had the pleasure of meeting Violet Love at an outdoor…read moremarket. I was fascinated by her art and drawn to her beautiful soul. We talked for quite some time and I chose one of her paintings to bring home. When I look at it, I see the essence of this talented artist, and feel the bond of spirit we all share. Thank you Violet . . . I hope our paths cross again one day.

Absolutely beautiful work, designs, and you can feel the love in each and every piece.read more

This is an incredible school. Our family has been so impressed with the staff, students and other…read morefamilies at VSAS, especially considering the need for heightened staff efforts during covid. One of our older keiki, who has never liked school, actually enjoys attending VSAS. Not sure if there is a better plus than the approval of a teenager - but I intend to send all my children to this school through graduation.

Highlight of our vacation! He does this because he loves it and you can't help but feed off his…read morepassion for the sport. He is so kind and patient. Heck, he towed us most of the day so we wouldn't tire out. He offered to loan us his boards and even called and invited us to surf with him another day for FREE! He made my nervous 13 year old niece totally comfortable and got her up 3rd wave. Knew how to teach my cocky 14 year old nephew and he was up first wave! He even got me up at 42! He has great stories and you feel like you're rollin' with a rock star. He is SUPER! He was moving back to Oahu, so, look him up!

Love this guy! Everytime I visit my family in Kona I am always wanting to go hang with Rory! He's…read morereally nice and not to mention a surfing legend. My aunt knows him through some of her friends.. Kona is very small. He lended us some of his foam boards to me and my girlfriend one of the times we were visiting. If you are visiting and want to learn to surf or want to brush up on some of your skills Rory is the man. Just be careful of the reef break! yikes!