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 and great staff!!!!! Very attentive to students education and needs!! A school where…read morestaff members genuinely care about their students! We thank you! We salute you for all you do for our Keikis!!!

This is a great school with great staff. They are all caring and wonderful people. I have one…read morechild that takes some SPED programs but he has been in the Keonepoko SPED preschool program since the age of 3. Keonepoko has been great at dealing with his situations. My other child has been going to school there since kindergarten and every teacher he has had has been very involved with his education. The staff is great and have always been kind and understanding (even when I have been a little irritated). I respect each of them because they work hard for the sake of the children and care about their well being and education.

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.

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

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

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

Michael the bald guy who works at kalani is so rude…read more He told me to fuck off this morning because I pulled into the "wrong" entrance Because two women and two dogs were standing in the entrance He met me with such aggression first thing in the morning, I asked for an apology and he refused. I'm amazed that they want to treat their customers this way, I live nearby and go there every day. This is not okay, I'm not sure why he can get away with treating people this way living right in the front of the retreat center. Not Pono.

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!