Testimonials
My son was desperate and begged me to help him get relief from his back pain. The same day I saw Akalai’s profile on Facebook. I reached out and the next day Akalai came to our house. It was such a blessing. My son, who is 19, connected with Akalai like he’s never connected with anyone. (My son had been seeing therapist his whole life for bipolar disorder. He would never talk to anyone). Akalai listens, teaches and guides my son. Upon contacting Akalai, I was hoping my son would learn Myofascial release for his back pain. (That is exactly what I requested in my email to Akalai). What happened was so much more! Akalai’s guidance in Chinese medicine, teachings of Jesus and his health coaching on holistic plant based diet has transformed my son. He taught my son about the brain-gut connection. My son made the decision, on his own, through the teachings of Akalai, to become vegan. My son’s back pain…gone because of Akalai’s mental health coaching! My son is off all his medication and is in such a better place in his life. Akalai continues to come to our house; he is such a great mentor. I am so indebted to Akalai. He is so much more than yoga!! He is a true blessing!
- Anonymous Mother
Practicing yoga with Akalai from Lemurian Yogi has been one of the best experiences. I’ve been practicing yoga for years, but the knowledge, guidance & support that Akalai brings is hands-down the best. He breaks down each posture so we know exactly what to do, and how we may be physically feeling it. To me, this is important because I want my yoga experience to be focused on the beneficial physical aspects, as well as the spiritual. I very much appreciate his cues to breathe, body position, and gentle reminders to help me stay present during the practice. Most important to me, Akalai has a deep love for Jesus that is so evident in his work. To have a yoga teacher who is aligned with Jesus, and striving to serve Him, is the cherry on top of this delicious dessert. Thank you Akalai for creating this loving & joyful container for us!
- Kahlia Pualani
I had previously subscribed to the monthly library for Lemurian Yogi and had enjoyed trying a combination of the different types of yoga offered. But there was something magical about participating in the yoga challenge. I needed the encouragement to create a routine that allowed time and space for my yoga practice every single day. And this was the perfect opportunity to do just that. Each session was like Divinely inspired to be exactly what I needed that day. The challenge fell on one of the busiest weeks of the year for me and yet, because I managed to take 20-40 mins and be present with myself, time seemed to multiply that week. I was more focused, slept better and got more accomplished that week! I appreciate the variety of practice in the online library. I also had no idea how life changing the MFR balls are. They are so simple to use yet helped my shoulders and hips tremendously. I woke up with zero hip pain after using them. The wisdom, encouragement included is priceless.
- Katie Griffin
Lemurian Yogi’s 9 day challenge was the perfect compliment to my healing work I was doing at the time. The way he combined myofascial release techniques with yoga targeted areas in my body where I was holding stress and trauma. The releases I felt helped to clear energetic blockages, leaving my body feeling more balanced throughout the day.
- Makelina Alohilani
I always feel peace washing over me when practicing with Lemurian Yogi. Very grateful for the way Akalai teaches yoga.
- Kathrin Anastasia Gabriel
I’m hooked! These sessions have changed my body. No more back pain, stiffness, and I’m more relaxed. Looking forward to trying the new Grafton venue and, as always, the Saturday morning class at Cavalier Wine Bar in Port is how I kick off my weekend.
- Terri Reissmann
I LOVED the 9 day yoga challenge so much. I hadn’t been practicing so I was a little unsure about hopping on last minute, but I am so glad I did. Doing this challenge was the first time I practiced with you and got to witness your gifts! Your energy is calming but uplifting at the same time which is perfect to take me through sequences and push myself. I also feel like your knowledge on TCM is such an added bonus because I could come to you with emotional aspects I was moving through and you instantly matched me to a practice that supported them. Loved. It. Keep sharing your magic.
- Keilani Astra
Akalai completely changed my understanding of yoga. I was always bored in yoga practices until now. His gentle reminders to bring me back to breath-work, morsels of knowledge throughout his practice, and clear explanations of what I'm doing and why was so helpful in keeping me engaged but also helping me to understand how I was nourishing myself during the poses. My sleep improved and so did listening to my body! Yin yoga awakened a deeper understanding of how there is more strength in relaxing and melting into the poses vs. it being a competition with myself.
- Mahealani Hauata
A friend suggested I join her at Akalai Hanui’s yoga class at Cavalier Wine Bar a few months ago. I had been suffering from pain from what I thought was medicine I was on or a possible cracked rib per my doctor. As Akalai shared his knowledge about meridian points and myofascial release I knew I had to try this technique. After months of severe pain it cleared and was GONE. His knowledge and techniques set me free and I had my life back. I'm so grateful to be part of this class and experience. God bless
- Renee Brandt