Into the Deep

In Hana, Maui, all elements of the land, ocean, and sky are constantly changing…

…the steady pulse of waves coming in, breaking, and receding over the black sand beach,

…the heartbeat of the tide rising within a hidden lava tube cave,

…the wind waking up the sounds of the bamboo forest.

Cycles of sunrise and sunset, flow and stillness, day and night, high tide and low tide, remind us of the deep rhythms that arise within ourselves and our communities. 

On this journey, we step into those living patterns to listen, to restore our natural rhythms, and to attend to the spaces between the rhythms - where silence, renewal, and presence reside.

What to Expect

• Each day, we will have group walks, meditations, and guided attention experiments designed to help you reset your own rhythm and experience the restorative power of nature

• Class schedule is set daily dependent on the weather and the group

• There’s plenty of time off during the week of class to explore Hana on your own and rest and renew

This experience will be mostly outdoors, with short periods of sitting, walking, and standing. Sometimes there is a hike or two that’s more strenuous - these are not required and some participants choose to take a break from those if it’s too much or they just want more down time.

No special physical skills are required, just an openness to being present.

Your Guide:
Katie Raver first visited Maui with Tom and Bobbi Best in 2002. Connecting with the island and bringing NLP-like experiences into nature has long been a passion and Maui is the ultimate place to collaborate with the abundant, restorative environment that surrounds us in nature.

Overview

Expect to begin Monday, September 28, at 2pm, and wrap up by 2pm on Friday, October 2.

Flights arrive to Kahalui, Maui (airport code OGG). Plan to arrive there, pick up groceries and other supplies, then drive the Hana Highway (plan a minimum 3 hours so you can slow down and enjoy). I prefer to arrive the day before to settle in and get things organized, others land in the morning, grab groceries, and drive the Hana Highway right away. You will need to rent a car or share a rent car. Book your lodging in Hana, Maui. For those camping, camp at Wainapanapa State Park (prior reservation absolutely required) or Caroline and Tony’s Fruit stand (no reservations, cash only).

Schedule

Monday, September 28, 2026
2pm - arrive, say hello, visit. Our meeting place is in Hana, Maui.

Tuesday-Thursday, September 29 - October 1, 2026

Each day we have one or two group activities: a journey into a sea cave, a meditation on a beautiful beach, a walk and experience with a waterfall. The exact schedule depends on weather, the group, and our environment. There is plenty of time in the schedule to rest, relax, and enjoy. Our activities are centered around Hana, Maui.

Friday, October 2, 2026
Closing circle. Done by 2pm at the latest.

Tuition Options:

$675 tuition includes all meditations, walks, and class.

Register: https://buy.stripe.com/7sY14o6QpbOrgjS4bh8EM2y

Note: as dates get closer, we may cap participants numbers or introduce an early registration discount cutoff date.

Not included: some park fees, airfare, rent car, lodging. Contact Katie if you wish to coordinate with others who have asked to share a rent car or lodging.

You bring:

• Mud-friendly, closed toed shoes

• Small bottle of water that’s easy to carry/ wear

• Water friendly shoes and attire. Refreshing ocean spray and light rain are a part of daily life in Hana

• Long pants and light jacket recommended in addition to beach/ swim wear - evenings and mornings can occasionally be cool

• Hat, sunscreen

• Anything else you need to be comfortable for daily adventures outside

• No cell phones allowed (unless turned all the way off and put completely away) during class. Cell phones are fine to use for photos before/ after we get going.

  Questions?
  Text Katie Raver and assistants directly at 512.699.7322 or email us at katieraver@gmail.com