The Hāmākua Initiative: An 8-Day Immersion in Regenerative Living
With Ryan "Hekili" — Founder and Steward, Yasmin — Operations and Embodied Care and Andrea — Soul Guide and Physician
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The 8-Day Hāmākua Initiative is a gentle immersion at Hāmākua Sanctuary on Hawai‘i Island’s Hāmākua Coast, designed as an accessible entry into regenerative living and community life. This experience offers space to slow down, reconnect with nature, and experience shared daily rhythms without a long-term commitment. The pace is spacious and invitational, allowing each participant to arrive fully and naturally.
During the immersion, participants will:
Live in a small, welcoming group (maximum 6 guests)
Share community-prepared meals using garden and local ingredients
Spend time on the land through light, invitational participation
Practice daily grounding or meditation
Enjoy unstructured time for rest and reflection
Take part in organic group moments and simple ceremonies as they arise
Receive optional one-on-one guidance and support
Experience a reset of pace, attention, and presence
This 8-day immersion is ideal for those seeking rest, clarity, and a meaningful introduction to community-based, regenerative living.
About the Leaders
Ryan “Hekili” — Founder and Steward
Ryan “Hekili” is the Founder and Steward of Hāmākua Sanctuary, where he guides the Hāmākua Initiative through land-based practice, community living, and embodied leadership. His work focuses on restoring relationship—between people, the land, and the deeper rhythms that support clarity and belonging. Ryan’s background weaves ecological stewardship, emotional intelligence, and contemplative practice. He teaches through […]
Learn more about Ryan “Hekili” — Founder and StewardYasmin — Operations and Embodied Care
Yasmin brings a grounded, nurturing presence to Hāmākua Sanctuary through her role in operations, self-care practices, and community nourishment. With a deep sensitivity to rhythm, environment, and emotional well-being, she helps shape the daily flow of life at the Sanctuary. Her work centers on embodied care—through food preparation, space-holding, and attentive support of guests as […]
Learn more about Yasmin — Operations and Embodied CareAndrea — Soul Guide and Physician
Andrea walks a unique path at the intersection of science and spirituality. Trained as a physician anesthesiologist, she brings a calm, grounded presence shaped by years of working with the human nervous system, consciousness, and care at life’s thresholds. Rooted in Andean wisdom traditions from her Colombian heritage, Andrea serves as a gentle soul guide, […]
Learn more about Andrea — Soul Guide and Physician