Paleaku Upcoming Events
Saturday, April 18th
The West Hawaii Woodwind Quintet
Experience Harmony in Nature
Prepare to be transported by the exquisite sounds of a woodwind quintet in one of Hawaii’s most serene settings. We are thrilled to invite you to a unique musical afternoon featuring the West Hawaii Woodwind Quintet, presented as part of the Kamuela Philharmonic’s dedicated Small Ensemble Program.
Set against the breathtaking backdrop of the Paleaku Gardens Peace Sanctuary, this performance promises an unparalleled blend of chamber music and natural beauty.
Mark Your Calendar:
Date: Saturday, April 18, 2026 – Time: 1:00 PM
The lush, vibrant greens of Paleaku Gardens will be the stage, offering a visual feast to complement the aural delights of the woodwinds. The quintet will weave intricate harmonies, perfectly mirroring the peaceful sanctuary that surrounds them. It is a rare opportunity to experience high-caliber classical and contemporary music in such an intimate and evocative environment.
A Perfect Sanctuary:
Located in the heart of South Kona, Paleaku Gardens Peace Sanctuary is a hidden gem on Painted Church Road, dedicated to peace and botanical beauty. The natural acoustics of the gardens create a unique and unforgettable concert experience.
Supporting Local Arts:
By attending, you support the Kamuela Philharmonic and its crucial Small Ensemble Program, which brings intimate classical music experiences to the community. This event is a testament to the thriving arts culture of West Hawaii.
Saturday, April 28th
Khenpo Karma Tenkyong
“Mindfulness Loving Kindness Meditation Practice for Our Daily Lives”
Join us in welcoming Khenpo on his first visit to the Hawaii Island.
Khenpo Karma Tenkyong is a senior teacher in the Karma Kagyu lineage of Tibetan Buddhism, and a representative of that lineage in the West. He is a dynamic teacher committed to protecting nature and spreading Dharma blessings to children and adults everywhere. As a bridge between ancient ways and modern needs, Khenpo Tenkyong meets students where they are, helping them build strong and lasting foundations for wisdom to arise. Skilled in meditation, yoga and cultivating reverence for our Mother Earth, Khenpo shares a steady presence and deep wisdom through all of his teachings.
April 28 Tuesday
6pm to 8pm Evening Meditation ** Donation $25 per evening **
“Wisdom of Himalayan Yoga” a gentle physical movement, suitable for seniors, sitting or standing, with pranayama breathwork. (Bring a yoga mat if you have one.)
Paleaku Gardens Peace Sanctuary is a non profit seven-acre botanical healing garden and learning center that provides facilities for educational, spiritual, and cultural programs and events. Our mission is to offer a sanctuary for the advancement of individuals and communities toward peace and harmony.
Paleaku Weekly Classes
Flow Yoga
Join us for
Flow Yoga With Hooda
Current Schedule
Tuesdays: 9:30 -11:00 AM
Thursdays: 9:30 -11:00 AM
Pre-registration is recommended
Text Hooda at 808-937-4462
• Props available, please bring a mat and props if you can. Mat rental 2$
$20 per session
Flow Yoga classes are playful and non-dogmatic, focusing on precision and alignment while moving fluidly in synchronicity with one’s breath. All experience levels are welcome and students are always encouraged to modify the practice as needed.
Hooda has been a lifelong yoga enthusiast, teaching to a range of audiences since 1998. With a background in psychology and counseling she has seen how body awareness and focusing on breath can enhance one’s perspective and sense of well-being. She is committed to helping others find the presence, strength, and joy that yoga and mindfulness can provide.
Hooda’s enthusiasm and passion for yoga are apparent in her teaching. Inspired by teachers of the Ashtanga, Iyengar and Flow systems, Hooda integrates form and fluidity in her teaching. She believes in meeting the students where they are at, enhancing mindfulness through many modalities, and adjusting to make practice accessible to everyone. Her classes are non-dogmatic and playful, providing a challenging and compassionate space in which to explore one’s potentials. E-RYT 500, H.BA Psych.
Iyengar Yoga
Join us for Iyengar Yoga
Current Schedule
Fridays: 10:30 – Noon with Reagan
Wednesdays: 2:00 – 3:30 PM with Joanne
Pre-registration is recommended
Call Reagan (808) 896-8956
Call Joanne (808) 315-2933
• Bring your own mats and props.
$20 per session
Iyengar Yoga, a traditional alignment-based practice, geared to the individual needs and capabilities of each student so that the physical, mental and spiritual benefits associated with the practice of the eight limbs of yoga become a tool to living a more fulfilling life.
Reagan Breen is a Certified Iyengar Yoga Teacher (Level 1 CIYT) with over 35 years of dedicated practice. She began her yoga journey at age 15 and became certified in 2018 after studying extensively with Certified Iyengar Yoga Teachers. Reagan is also a Certified Life Coach and professional clairvoyant, integrating these practices to support healing, transformation, and well-being. She believes yoga fosters vitality, grace, and a deep connection to self, and she is passionate about empowering others to achieve greater health and wholeness.
Joanne Murray, a native New Yorker, has called the Big Island home since 1972, drawn by her love of surfing. She began her yoga journey in 1993 with certified Iyengar instructor Darina Archer, founder of Big Island Yoga Center. Inspired by the benefits to her health and well-being, Joanne pursued teacher training with Aadil Palkhivala in 1996, completed training with Iyengar teacher Ray Madigan (Level 3), and graduated from BIYC’s 200-hour teacher training in 2010 with Jennifer Weinert. Dedicated to personal growth and yoga philosophy, Joanne shares her passion with her students. She also embraces her “earthly dharma” in agriculture, raising queen bees for global export.
Paleaku Annual Events
Seder with Mitch Roth and Community
Seder is a Hebrew Traditional Feast that Celebrates Freedom. This is a multi-sectarian event open to everyone. It is known in Christianity as the “Last Supper”.
In April 2023, we welcomed Rabbi Rachel Short.
Paleaku Past Events
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Paleaku Gardens Peace Sanctuary
83-5401 Painted Church Road
Captain Cook, Hawaii, 96704
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The Seder
Past EventsIn Jewish/Hebrew tradition, the Passover Seder celebrates the “coming out of bondage into freedom.” This will be an inclusive celebration, and all spiritual traditions are welcome!
The Ceremonies will start at 5:30 pm with traditional candle lighting by the women, followed by the Seder Feast. Our host is former Mayor Mitch Roth. Everyone will participate in the reading of the Haggadah.
The Big Bang: How Everything Began
Past EventsEmbark on a captivating journey into the origins of our Universe alongside retired NASA astronomer and COBE mission leader, Dr. Richard Isaacman. This immersive slideshow presentation features breathtaking, high-resolution imagery captured by the Hubble and James Webb telescopes, offering a rare look at the cosmic radiation from the Big Bang itself.
Philip Howard in Concert (Piano)
Past EventsEnjoy an intimate afternoon of live piano at Paleaku Peace Gardens with composer and pianist Philip Howard. Philip will perform a one-hour concert of original compositions designed to expand the heart, inspire the mind, and stir emotion in a peaceful garden setting.
Valentine’s Day Yoga: Open Your Heart to New Possibilities
Past EventsOn Saturday, February 14 at 10:30 AM, Big Island Yoga Center invites you to a special Heart Chakra–focused Iyengar Yoga class at Paleaku Peace Gardens, led by BIYC teacher Joanne Murray.
This gentle offering emphasizes supported, mindful movement using blankets and bolsters to help students safely hold poses, explore areas of tightness, and soften both body and mind. The practice will encourage release—moving out the old—and creating space for clarity, ease, and new possibilities.
Life on Other Worlds…. Maybe!
Past EventsFeatures Dr. Richard Isaacman, a retired NASA astronomer and former Maunakea Observatory staff scientist.
This astronomy lecture at Paleaku Gardens Peace Sanctuary is scheduled for Saturday, February 7, from 11:00 am to noon.
Topic: A deep dive into the history and current findings in the search for extraterrestrial life, highlighting data from the Hubble and Webb space telescopes and advanced ground-based observatories.
Hawaii Horn Ensemble In Concert
Past EventsExperience an afternoon of “Magic, Harmony, and Expression” at the beautiful Paleaku Peace Gardens. We are thrilled to host the Hawaii Horn Ensemble, a unique 10-person French Horn group, for a special live performance.
The ensemble will perform a diverse program featuring classical and pop favorites, including iconic hits from The Beatles and Queen.
Paleaku Welcomes Anam Thubten for a 2-Day Meditation Retreat
Past EventsKyabje Kalu Rinpoche is the Lineage Holder of the Shangpa Kagyu tradition of Tibetan Buddhism. Born in 1990, he was recognized by His Holiness. the 14th Dalai Lama and the 12th Chamgön Kenting Tai Situ Rinpoche as the reincarnation of Kyabje Dorje Chang Kalu Rinpoche, renowned meditation master