Sonic Weaver Sound Sanctuary
presents
A Woman’s Voice
Maui Retreat 12-17th January 2026
A Woven Frequency Field of Feminine Awakening
Join Us In Hawaii
Change Your Frequency Change Your Life
6 days in whale sanctuary
what is included
Daily sound healing journeys with crystal bowls + ancient sound tools
Create your own sound tools to take home with you
Womb & Moon Wisdom – elemental cultural practices
Private glamping on Maui one foot in bed & the other on the sand (Communal ocean lodging)
Who is this retreat for?
Women ready to find and free their voice
Seekers of sisterhood, ceremony, and creativity
Ocean lovers who feel the call of the whales
Those longing for transformation through sound and culture
Our gathering is open to all women from the circle of life
This retreat is a weaving of song, ceremony, and the ocean’s teachings. Together, we gather as women to awaken our voices, align with the crystalline frequency of sound, and commune with the whales as ancient guardians of wisdom.
Through cultural teachings, sound healing, crystal bowls, taonga pūoro, weaving, womb wisdom, and ocean journeys, you will find belonging, creativity, and the awakening power of your voice!
All The Details
Click the More Info button below for all the details including accommodation, what’s included in the retreat, and answers all your questions. If you still have questions after reading the information in the FAQs, hit the Let’s Chat button and call Whaia to discuss your queries.
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MEET YOUR GUIDES
WHAIA
Sonic Weaver of Aotearoa
Anela Gutierrez
Founder of Kiaʻi Moana Foundation
Director of the Hawaiian Outrigger Voyaging Society, Anela stands as both a leader of her people and a devoted student of her elders. A traditional navigator and reader of the stars, she carries ancestral teachings into modern voyaging, guiding women to move with the waters and rediscover their own inner navigation. As an ocean educator and facilitator, Anela teaches with humility, wisdom, and aloha, inviting all into deep stewardship of the sea and the timeless practices that sustain life.
our guest facilitators
We are thrilled to share that this retreat will also feature very special guest facilitators. While their names will be announced at a later date, know that they are already deeply excited to join us.
These women are well-known cultural leaders, singer-songwriters, and carriers of ancestral wisdom.
It will be an honour to gather in circle with them to sing, learn, and be nourished by their beauty, talent, and guidance. Trust us, you will not want to miss the intimacy of sharing space with such luminous women.
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Showing up for yourself in this way is stepping into your power sister!
Please ensure you have read the disclaimer and our FAQs before you register to attend.
STEP 1 – Complete the form below
STEP 2 – Choose your payment plan or save a few coins by paying in full.
Once complete, Whaia will be in direct contact with more of the details you will need to prepare for the gathering! Please add sonicweaver@whaiacreation.com to your email account’s safe sender’s list or check your spam folder for your payment confirmation.
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FAQs
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We understand this is a significant investment in time and funds. To discuss the retreat in more detail, call Whaia for more information
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may your inner voice always guide you home
The Accommodation
Where is the retreat located?
We are nestled within the womb of Maui, on the western shores of Hawai‘i a coastline blessed by the presence of the whales who return each year to birth and sing in these sacred waters.
Our retreat takes place in a private oceanfront sanctuary, a humble yet breathtaking glamping space where the rhythm of the ocean is your morning song. Each hale (traditional Hawaiian house) holds four women a shared sanctuary designed in simplicity and care, where every step brings you closer to the sea.
From your doorway, your feet meet the sand. A few more steps, and you’re standing in the shallows, gazing across the Whale Sanctuary of Maui where mothers and calves breach, play, and sing in the distance.
During your free time, you might walk the beach, rest beneath the palms, or paddle quietly across the turquoise waters on a kayak or stand-up board. It is a place of profound beauty and life humble in form, yet rich in mana, alive with the aloha spirit and the resonance of the whales.
This is more than a location it is a living sanctuary, inviting you to return to the song of the sea and the home of your own heart.
What is included in the retreat price?
Your retreat investment covers:
- 6 days/5 nights accommodation in our soulful glamping style gathering
- All meals: fresh, high-vibrational, locally sourced food
- Daily ceremonies, sound healings, and creative workshops
- Whale encounters by canoe, sailing, or ocean journeys
- Sacred beach/ocean/star/fire ceremonies and cultural teachings
- Retreat materials (weaving supplies, creative tools, etc.)
Flights, transfers and personal travel insurance are not included.
Do I need prior experience in singing or sound healing?
Not at all. This retreat welcomes every woman exactly as she is whether you’re a budding musician, beginning your journey with your own voice, or simply curious about sound as a tool for healing and expression.
We’ve designed the experience to meet you where you’re at. It’s a safe and nurturing space to explore your voice, build confidence, and connect deeply with your inner rhythm.
Whether you’re drawn to public speaking, wish to sing with more freedom, or feel called to experiment with crystal bowls and vibrational sound through the body, you’ll be gently guided into your own natural resonance.
Here, we grow together each woman trusting her unique tone, while flourishing as one harmonic field of sisterhood and sound.
What is the age range?
Women of all ages are welcome. Our circle celebrates intergenerational wisdom from young women stepping into their voices to elders rekindling their creative fire and vitality.
This retreat is designed as a time for deep rest, connection, and renewal. While we honour the sacred role of motherhood, we also recognise how important it is for māmā to receive undisturbed nourishment and space for themselves.
For this reason, we ask that participants come without young children, unless you are breastfeeding a very young pēpi who is mostly sleeping and can be cared for in a calm and respectful way that doesn’t disrupt the shared space.
If you’re unsure whether this retreat is suitable for your situation, please reach out to us via email or Call or Message Whaia we’ll help you find the most supportive option for your season of life.
This is a sanctuary where every woman young or elder, can breathe, listen, and remember herself fully.
How many women will be attending?
This retreat is a potent and intimate container, lovingly limited to 20 women.
We keep our circle small so that each voice, heart, and story can be deeply felt, and every participant receives personal guidance and connection.
In the spirit of reciprocity and aloha, we are also holding space for one or two local wāhine (women) from Maui (15+) who are walking their own path of cultural remembrance and renewal. This offering honours the sacredness of the ‘āina (land) and supports the intergenerational wisdom that flows through the islands.
If you know a young woman who you feel would be uplifted by this experience, you are welcome to nominate her. (See the link on the webpage next to the FAQ button – you can close this window using the x in the top right and come back once you’re ready). Together, we weave a field of global sisterhood rooted in respect, empowerment, and belonging.
Are payment plans available?
Yes. You may choose to pay in full to save or secure your space with a deposit and pay in installments (over 3 payments). Payments should be completed before the retreat commences. Once you pay your deposit, we will be in touch to arrange the payment installments with you.
Do I need to bring my own instruments?
We encourage you to bring any instruments that are part of your practice (drums, rattles, flutes, etc.).
*Crystal bowls are being offered as part of this event if you would like help to purchase one of our signature bowls please reach out and you will receive it upon arrival.
*Taonga Pūoro will be created during our event for you to take home with you.
Will there be free time?
Yes. Each day balances guided sessions with spacious time to rest, swim, journal, or simply listen to the whales.
What should I pack?
- Comfortable clothing for ceremony and workshops
- Swimwear and sarong for ocean time
- Light shawl or blanket for evening sessions
- Any personal items you need for rest and comfort
A full packing list will be sent closer to the date.
What if I have dietary needs?
Our kitchen team prepares high-vibrational meals and will accommodate vegetarian, vegan, and gluten-free needs. Let us know about your requirements on the onboarding form.
Is the retreat safe for women traveling alone?
Yes. Maui is a safe, welcoming island, and we will provide airport pickup options and clear directions to ensure your arrival feels smooth and supported.
What is your cancellation policy?
We understand that life can bring unexpected changes, and we hold compassion for the seasons each woman walks through. However, joining this retreat is a deep commitment both to yourself and to the circle we are weaving together.
All deposits and payments are non-refundable. Once you confirm your space, we begin the process of preparing your experience and securing accommodation, facilitators, and ceremonial materials.
If for any reason you are unable to attend, your space may be transferred to another woman. You are welcome to arrange this directly, and we will do our best to assist by sharing your name with anyone on our waitlist, should a space be available.
Please note that we cannot guarantee or take responsibility for filling your place. This retreat operates on mutual trust and shared accountability your booking represents a sacred agreement between you, the facilitators, and the land.
In the rare case of emergency or force majeure we will review each situation individually and, where possible, offer credit toward a future event.
We invite you to make this decision with full presence and intention as a commitment to your healing, your voice, and the collective circle that will hold you.