Goddess Mantra Maui: Yoga, Music and Ocean Adventures for Women 2026

with Jaya Lakshmi  

The islands of Hawaii are renowned for their beauty, heart opening and connection

to the divine. This retreat offers a sacred and beautiful sanctuary to:

•  Create space for healing 

• Bring deeper connection to yourself, the earth and each other

• Inspire your devotion and divine love

• Help empower and connect your voice through singing mantras

• Offer a more intimate experience with the Goddess teachings

• Cultivate inner radiance, health and joy

• Celebrate with community and loved ones

Through the sacred container of our group, we will practice yoga and meditation together, eat meals, swim and sing together, creating a sense of ‘Ohana’ or family, that many of us long for these days. Helping us remember how it feels to just be and enjoy the natural beauty of life, to come back into harmony with ourselves. 

I (Jaya Lakshmi) feel deeply connected to Maui as I lived here for years and have been spending every winter on the islands since I moved back to the mainland in 2001. I love to share with you my inspiration and love of Maui, a place of timeless magic and special beauty. 

What to expect 

• Evening music and kirtan led by Jaya Lakshmi and musical guests

• Daily morning yoga & meditation taught by Jaya Lakshmi

• Cacao and Prayer Ceremony

• Afternoon workshops, yoga or meditation

• Whale watching, whale boat excursion

• Sunsets and music on our semi-private beach

• Snorkeling in our favorite local spots with stunning coral reefs, sea turtles and colorful fish 

• Comfortable and beautiful rooms at Villas by the Cove with a small semi-private beach just a short walk away

• Gourmet Organic Vegetarian/Vegan Meals - brunch and dinner every day cooked in-home by our private chef

February is the height of whale season and we will be overlooking one of the greatest humpback whale sanctuaries in the world. Lots of whale watching!  

 
Is this for me?  
The retreat is open to women of all levels of yoga and music/mantra experience. The yoga will be fairly gentle and therapeutic.  Each participant will practice according to their individual needs guided by Jaya Lakshmi. Loving care, attention and support for your experience will always be available. There will be plenty of time to relax and rest. If you have a serious medical condition or are very limited in mobility this may not be the best retreat for you as we will be a pretty active group. 

Our Lodging:  Villas by the Cove, Kihei

Newly remodeled and conveniently located, Villas by the Cove is just steps from two of South Maui’s most popular golden sand beaches. Experience mid-century Hawaiian style charm with a modern twist in these villas originally built as beach bungalows in the 1950’s.

Nearby restaurants, shops, and a farmer’s market are all within walking distance.  Guests can enjoy the property’s swimming pool, yoga studio and common areas. Check in is 4pm on Feb 4th and check out is 11am on Feb 9th.  Check out the videos of the units here:

Garden Hideaway: https://1drv.ms/v/s!As9vxeCGinOekkETlbwtLB-lUPCv?e=6NlEE7

Plantation House: https://1drv.ms/v/s!As9vxeCGinOekkP9GDnhOPrgQebZ

There's limited space and our retreats sell out.  Sign up right away by selecting your room package and let's have the time of our lives!! 

Kirtan, Chant and Sacred Music
Deepen your love and practice of singing, chanting mantra, and bhakti (devotion) immersed in the beauty of Maui.  We'll be focusing on learning mantras and stories of the great Vedic Goddesses such as Lakshmi, Durga, Kali and Saraswati as well as Hawaiian Goddesses! We'll gather every evening to sing and share sacred music, sometimes joined by talented local musician friends.  We'll be offering some afternoon workshops where we explore singing techniques, mantra pronunciation, deity mythology (Eastern/Vedic) and relevance in a modern context.  We will explore singing and chanting as a pathway to healing, upliftment and connection.    

What kind of yoga will we practice?

  
Sattva Yoga - Jaya Lakshmi is certified in Sattva Himalayan Kundalini Yoga with an extensive background in Kundalini Yoga, Anusara and hatha-based yoga.  Sattva Yoga is a comprehensive yoga system developed by Anand Mehrotra (Rishikesh, India) that integrates meditation, kriya, asana, movement, pranayama and timeless wisdom. It weaves the science of Hatha and Kriya Yoga from ancient lineages, incorporating purification sequencing, so each journey has a subtle cellular shift, dynamic mind-body experience, as well as a meditative experience. 

This style of yoga is similar to Kundalini Yoga as taught by KRI but with more freedom and an emphasis on cultivating intuitive flow.  It is very powerful for stabilizing emotions, reducing anxiety, decreasing fear and for cultivating positive states of joy, bliss, love, peace, stillness and a feeling of radical aliveness.  

For more info on Sattva Yoga, visit www.SattvaYogaAcademy.com

Sea Life, Beaches, Swimming and Snorkeling

We will be swimming and snorkeling daily together at local bays and beaches. You don't have to be an expert ocean swimmer but some experience is always good - we like to go out in the water in groups so everyone feels relaxed and safe as possible.  You can always sit out and enjoy the beautiful surroundings and sunshine. Be prepared to have some magical encounters with some very special ocean creatures! 

If you want to snorkle (which is highly recommended) it's helpful if you can bring your own set of gear - though if you need to rent snorkel gear in Kihei that can be arranged. Ideally, have a well-fitted mask, snorkel and fins ready so you can explore and enjoy the beautiful Hawaiian waters!

Sample day at the retreat: (some days we may have dinner after sunset) 

7:30am-9:30am: Morning yoga 

9:45am: Breakfast/Brunch

11am-2pm: Ocean time with the group

2pm-3pm: Free time

3pm-5pm: Afternoon activity (one of the following: Cacao & Prayer Ceremony, Meditation, 

Yin Yoga, Singing and Mantra Workshop) 

5pm-6pm: Dinner

6pm-6:45pm: Sunset music and chant on the beach 

7pm: Dessert/Tea

7:30pm-9pm: Evening Circle

About your host:

Jaya Lakshmi 

Jaya Lakshmi has led spiritual yoga-based adventure retreats since 2011. She is well known for her music career of 30 years, which has produced over 21 albums in the genres of mantra music, singer-songwriter and electronica. In addition to offering sacred music and ceremony at retreats, she is also a certified Sattva Yoga Teacher (Rishikesh, India) and has an extensive background of yoga training and experience.  

What's Included in the package price:

5 nights lodging at Villas by the Cove, 2 chef prepared meals a day, plus snacks

all activities and classes, basic beach supplies like umbrellas and boogie boards, etc. 

Ride shares to our ocean excursions

What's not included:

Airfare, Whale Boat Excursion (amount and date tbd)

Transportation from and to the airport

Travel and Flight Details:

You'll fly into Kahului airport on Maui.  The retreat package does not include transportation to and from airport to the retreat center.  You can either rent a car for that time (recommended) or taxi/Uber/Lyft.  Villas by the Cove is about 30 minute drive from the airport.

What to Bring:

You'll receive a welcome email about a month before the retreat date with information and recommendations about what to bring with you. 

Insurance:

We recommend our guests have some kind of some travel insurance coverage - check to see if your insurance includes your trip or purchase if needed.  We will ensure your stay is peaceful, safe, and lovingly guided, however it is wise that should you need emergency medical attention you have insurance to cover any extra expenses. 

Registration:

Please note that the deposit reserves the room and is non-refundable. In certain cases the deposit may be credited to a future retreat or refunded fully if the room is immediately reserved by another person. 

Refund and Cancellation Policy: 

$500 deposit is non-refundable. 

If you cancel more than 120 days before your retreat start date, 100% of your payment will be refunded.

If you cancel 119 – 60 days before your retreat start date, 50% of your payment will be refunded. *

If you cancel 59 days or less before the retreat start date, you can apply 25% of whatever you have paid in (minus deposit) to another retreat.*

*If you find someone to replace your spot, you can receive a full refund.

Travel Insurance is recommended to cover any unforseen circumstances regarding your trip,

including late cancellation.

You can compare plans online - here is a place to start:

https://www.insuremytrip.com/travel-insurance-plans/

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