Waikiki Ocean Yoga on Stand Up Paddle Boards - Coral SUP Yoga

SUP yoga, or stand up paddle yoga, is a combination of stand up paddle boarding and yoga which come together for an unforgettable and relaxing experience on the ocean. The calm and protected waters of Kahanamoku Beach in Waikiki is one of the best areas on Oahu for SUP yoga, and your expert yoga instructor will take you on a journey of balance, core strength training, and stress relief. The calming waves and warm tropical breezes come together to create the perfect environment as your instructors guide you through a series of yoga postures and poses during an hour long class.

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Why do travelers choose this tour?

Coral SUP Yoga prides themselves on creating classes that are tailored for various physical and fitness levels. Whether you are a yogi who enjoys taking yoga daily, or someone trying yoga for the first time, all of the movements and postures can be adjusted for maximum enjoyment.

All of the necessary equipment is provided so you will not have to worry about bringing a large and bulky stand up paddle board with you. All you will need to bring is a towel, sunscreen, and an eagerness to experience this wonderful and calming activity.

Classes are held at one of the calmest beaches on Oahu, and you will not have to worry about large waves. The water is also quite shallow, and should you fall into the water, you will be able to easily stand up.

Local expert tips

• What to wear: Wear clothing or a swimsuit that allow you to move easily in water. You can also wear reef shoes if you like, but they are not necessary.
• Bring a beach towel, reef-safe sunscreen, and bottled water with you.
• Since there are no storage facilities available, please do not bring any valuables with you.
• If you would like to bring your phone with you on to the paddle board, it is recommended that you put the phone in a waterproof bag or case.

How to get there?

Kahanamoku Beach is located across from the Hilton Hawaiian Village, and easily accessible from Waikiki by walking or public transportation. If you plan on driving, paid parking is available at the Hilton Hawaiian Village or at the Ala Wai Boat Harbor, but parking validation is not provided.

Instructors

Tomoko Uda Kaneta: The founder of the company, Tomoko was in an accident while in college, and began yoga and body boarding as a way to recover from her injuries. She then went on to study and become an acupuncturist, and has also been a yoga instructor since 2010.

Ayaka Suzuki Crilley: She is the first Japanese world body board champion, and started yoga as a way to enhance her body boarding skills. After years of competition and training, Ayaka is thrilled to share her knowledge of the ocean and yoga to guests from all over the world.