Meet Akalai
Welcome to Internal Harmony Yoga, I’m Akalai Hanui.
Our Promise to You
At Internal Harmony Yoga our promise is that all of our classes will focus on deep restoration, relaxation, and regulation of the nervous system. Our goal is to help you unlock the secret to increased energy, better digestion, improved sleep, a stronger immune system, and a life free from physical pain.
Our studio is centered around teaching mind-body connection, holistic energy medicine, and helping others to regulate their nervous system and create a state of internal harmony for themselves.
Restorative Yoga
In restorative yoga we support the body in different positions (using various yoga props) with the goal being to relax rather than stretch, strengthen, or actively lengthen the tissues. As a result we begin reprogramming the nervous system and gently stimulating different organs / parts of the body. Poses are held for longer periods (5-10 min). Restorative yoga has been shown to improve immune function, digestion, sleep, increase circulation, and reduce muscle tension.
Yin Yoga
The purpose of yin yoga is to apply gentle stress on the body’s connective tissue over a longer period of time (3-5 min). This helps to increase flexibility, hydration, circulation, and connective tissue strength. Yin yoga has also been shown to slowly separate adhesions, restore joint stability, help release toxins from tissues, and regulate the nervous system.
What an amazing class! Thank you for making me feel relaxed and in a great mood all day. I’ve been traveling and my sleep patterns have been messed up by daylight savings and a 6 hour time change and a 22 hour travel day. Last night was the best sleep I've had since returning!
- Terri R.
“True Mastery is Service.” - Bruce Lee
If you’re ready to be done with the mindset of just getting through each day, this studio is for you!
If you’ve been searching for connection, searching for a safe place where you can finally take a relaxed breath… this community is for you!
Welcome to Internal Harmony Yoga, we’re simply here to serve you.
I took the yoga class this morning. A really peaceful, regenerative and nice moment. I highly recommend Akalai Hanui Yoga. I’m grateful of the positive energy that circulates this morning!
- Marie G.
Thank you for your beautiful class! I came in with neck pain and now have relief. Love how you incorporate knowledge and prayer!
- Jennifer B.
Thank you for the service you offer. You are truly a gifted instructor.
- Elizabeth R.
I’m totally enjoying Akalai’s classes. My body feels much better for days after.
- Julie L.
My Education
Akalai Hanui, RYT 500+
I specialize in oriental medicine and nervous system regulation. Currently I teach introduction to traditional Chinese medicine at Blue Sky School of Professional Massage & Therapeutic Bodywork. I hold certifications in traditional Chinese medicine (TCM) for therapeutic yoga, TCM for mental health, TCM for female health, nervous system regulation and restorative yoga, yin yoga and meditation, myofascial release, spine anatomy, shoulder anatomy, hip anatomy, lymphatics, and pranayama. I’ve completed over 500 hours of training and am currently taking online courses in pursuit of my 1000 hour therapeutic yoga specialist certification.
My son was desperate and begged me to help him get relief from his back pain. The same day I saw Akalai’s profile on Facebook. I reached out and the next day Akalai came to our house. It was such a blessing. My son, who is 19, connected with Akalai like he’s never connected with anyone. (My son had been seeing therapist his whole life for bipolar disorder. He would never talk to anyone). Akalai listens, teaches and guides my son. Upon contacting Akalai, I was hoping my son would learn Myofascial release for his back pain. (That is exactly what I requested in my email to Akalai). What happened was so much more! Akalai’s guidance in Chinese medicine, teachings of Jesus and his health coaching on holistic plant based diet has transformed my son. He taught my son about the brain-gut connection. My son made the decision, on his own, through the teachings of Akalai, to become vegan. My son’s back pain…gone because of Akalai’s mental health coaching! My son is off all his medication and is in such a better place in his life. Akalai continues to come to our house; he is such a great mentor. I am so indebted to Akalai. He is so much more than yoga!! He is a true blessing!
- Anonymous Mother