We Are Mysore Yoga Therapy & Wellness School, certified and authorized as clinical, therapeutic and holistic approach.
Rooted in Tradition. Guided by Experience. Personalized for Life.
Breathe Maui Wellness | Ashtanga Mysore Yoga Therapy & Wellness School
Traditional Ashtanga Mysore Practice • Therapeutic Wellness • Teacher Training • Mentorship & Apprenticeship
A welcoming community and school in Haʻikū, Maui, dedicated to personalized Ashtanga Mysore practice, holistic health, lifelong wellness, and educating the next generation of knowledgeable, compassionate teachers.
In-Person Maui & LIVE Online Worldwide
Haʻikū Marketplace | North Shore Maui, Hawaiʻi | In-Person & LIVE Online Worldwide
BREATHE. MOVE. STRENGTHEN. THRIVE.
Welcome to Breathe Maui Wellness, a community-centered Ashtanga Mysore Yoga Therapy & Wellness School dedicated to traditional practice, individualized therapeutic movement, holistic wellness education, and developing knowledgeable, compassionate yoga teachers.
Founded and directed by Christina Martini, Senior Certified & Authorized Ashtanga Yoga Teacher, Clinical Yoga Therapist, Healthcare Professional, and Health & Wellness Educator, our school combines traditional Ashtanga teachings with decades of experience in healthcare, movement, and wellness.
We are more than a place to attend yoga classes. We are a school where individuals come to learn, practice, strengthen, deepen their understanding, and grow through every stage of life.
Whether you are beginning your wellness journey, developing a consistent Mysore practice, seeking personalized therapeutic support, or pursuing professional teacher training and apprenticeship, our approach begins with understanding you as an individual.
Your body is unique. Your practice and wellness education should be too.
JOIN OUR MYSORE COMMUNITY | EXPLORE TEACHER TRAINING | BOOK PERSONALIZED WELLNESS
THE HEART OF OUR SCHOOL
Traditional Ashtanga Mysore Practice for the Community
A Personal Practice. A Supportive Community. A Foundation for Lifelong Wellness.
At the heart of Breathe Maui Wellness is our daily traditional Ashtanga Mysore practice, Breath work practices, Strength Resilient, Resistance, Balance, Movement, Stretching and Conditioning for Sports, Athlete, Performance Growth & Development. Specializing in working with conditions, injuries and therapeutic and holistic application for recovery. Mysore is an individualized approach to learning Ashtanga Yoga. Rather than following a uniform group routine, each student develops a personal practice under the observation, instruction, and guidance of an experienced teacher.
Our school preserves the traditional Ashtanga Primary and Intermediate Series while recognizing that every individual has different abilities, health considerations, goals, and life experiences. Through attentive observation, breath-centered movement, appropriate adaptations, and progressive instruction, students develop strength, mobility, flexibility, balance, coordination, concentration, and confidence.
Our Mysore community welcomes:
Beginners exploring yoga and mindful movement
Established Ashtanga practitioners primary thru entire syllabus advance
Yoga teachers seeking to deepen their self practice and for aspiring to teach and be mentored, trained and apprenticed.
Athletes developing functional strength and mobility and /or conditioning and recovery
Individuals interested in healthy aging and sustainable wellness and lifelong health
Healthcare and wellness professionals integrating how the postures and breath delivers positive outcome.
Community members seeking a consistent, supportive practice
You do not need to be flexible, physically fit, or experienced to begin.
The person comes first. The practice follows. EXPLORE DAILY MYSORE CLASSES & MEMBERSHIPS
OUR ASHTANGA YOGA THERAPY & WELLNESS PROGRAMS
1. Daily Traditional Ashtanga Mysore Yoga Therapy
Personalized Practice | Maui & LIVE Online
Develop a consistent, meaningful practice with individualized instruction in traditional and adapted Ashtanga Yoga.
Our daily Mysore program emphasizes breath, movement, functional strength, mobility, stability, balance, body awareness, and relaxation.
Each student progresses according to their abilities and goals, receiving guidance that supports a sustainable practice.
We also offer guided Ashtanga classes to develop familiarity with the traditional sequences, breath, rhythm, and movement.
Learn at your pace. Build strength for life. Practice within a supportive community.
2. Ashtanga Yoga Teacher Training & Continuing Education
200-Hour Ashtanga Therapy Foundations | Maui Immersions & LIVE Online
Our Ashtanga Yoga Therapy Teacher Training School offers comprehensive education grounded in traditional Ashtanga teachings and individualized therapeutic applications. Under the guidance of senior teacher Christina Martini, students develop a deeper understanding of the Ashtanga Primary and Intermediate Series, functional anatomy, breathwork, biomechanics, movement adaptations, teaching methodology, and the responsibilities of working with individuals of different abilities and health considerations.
Training includes:
Traditional Ashtanga Primary and Intermediate Series
Mysore teaching methodology and guided class instruction
Therapeutic modifications and individualized practice development
Functional anatomy, physiology, and biomechanics
Strength, mobility, balance, and movement education
Breathwork, relaxation, and nervous system awareness
Observation, practical teaching, and appropriate hands-on assists
Professional ethics, student assessment, and individualized care planning
Our 200-Hour Ashtanga Therapy Foundations program is organized into two 100-hour modules, with opportunities for continued Mysore practice and practical learning. Designed for aspiring yoga teachers, established instructors, healthcare and wellness professionals, movement educators, and dedicated practitioners seeking deeper personal education.
Learn beyond the postures. Develop the knowledge, observation, confidence, and compassion to guide others responsibly. EXPLORE TEACHER TRAINING
3. Traditional Ashtanga Mysore Mentorship & Teaching Apprenticeship
Learn Through Practice • Observation • Experience • Service
Our mentorship and apprenticeship pathway is designed for practitioners and teachers committed to developing the skills, understanding, and maturity required to teach traditional Ashtanga Mysore Yoga. Meaningful teaching develops through years of personal practice, observation, guided experience, and continued learning.
Apprentices progressively develop the skills to observe students, offer appropriate instruction, guide traditional sequences, develop individualized practices, and responsibly support a Mysore room.
Our long-term educational pathway includes:
Traditional Primary and Intermediate Series
Personal practice and teaching foundations
Mysore room observation and assisting
Therapeutic adaptations and individual considerations
Guided Led class instruction
Teaching confidence, communication, and professional responsibility
Continued mentorship and leadership development
This is more than a certificate or short course. It is an opportunity to grow within a traditional learning environment guided by experience, humility, dedication, and service.
Practice first. Observe carefully. Learn continuously. Teach with understanding. EXPLORE MENTORSHIP & APPRENTICESHIP
4. Private Clinical Yoga Therapy & Holistic Wellness Coaching
Individualized Care • Therapeutic Movement • Lifelong Health
Receive personalized support integrating Ashtanga Yoga Therapy, functional movement, breathwork, relaxation, health education, and practical lifestyle guidance.
Drawing upon Christina's experience in clinical yoga therapy, nursing, oncology patient advocacy, chronic care coordination, and wellness coaching, sessions are developed with consideration for each person's individual needs and goals.
Areas of focus may include:
Strength, mobility, flexibility, and balance
Healthy aging and functional movement
Stress management, relaxation, and recovery
Breathwork and mindful awareness
Sustainable exercise and wellness routines
Supportive wellness education for chronic health concerns
Cancer survivorship and supportive wellness care
Personal health and wellness coaching
Our goal is to help you develop practical skills and a sustainable wellness routine that supports your daily life. BOOK PRIVATE YOGA THERAPY & WELLNESS COACHING
5. Seven-Day Maui Ashtanga Mysore Yoga & Wellness Retreats
Immersive Practice • Personalized Learning • Rest & Renewal
Join us on Maui's beautiful North Shore for an immersive seven-day experience combining traditional Ashtanga Mysore Yoga Therapy, breathwork, movement education, personal guidance, and holistic wellness. Our retreats offer an opportunity to establish or deepen your practice, receive individual attention, learn within our Mysore community, and enjoy time for restoration and exploration. Open to beginners, experienced practitioners, yoga teachers, and wellness professionals.
Come for seven days. Take home a practice for life. EXPLORE MAUI RETREATS
MEET YOUR SENIOR TEACHER & SCHOOL DIRECTOR
Christina Martini
Senior Certified & Authorized Ashtanga Yoga Teacher | Clinical Yoga Therapist | Healthcare Professional | Wellness Educator
With more than 30 years of experience across healthcare, yoga practice, therapeutic wellness, and education, Christina brings a distinctive combination of traditional Ashtanga knowledge, clinical experience, and individualized care to her teaching. Her lifelong studies with master teachers, including Manju P. Jois, have shaped her commitment to preserving the traditional Ashtanga method while recognizing the importance of adapting instruction to the individual.
As a healthcare professional with experience in oncology nursing, patient navigation, chronic care, and wellness education, Christina understands the importance of careful observation, communication, appropriate adaptations, and respect for individual needs. Her teaching philosophy goes beyond mastering postures or completing a series. It is about learning to listen, observe, educate, guide, and help individuals develop a practice that contributes positively to their health, daily activities, and quality of life. At Breathe Maui Wellness, students are encouraged to develop independence, personal responsibility, understanding, and confidence in their practice.
Traditional wisdom. Clinical understanding. Compassionate teaching. READ CHRISTINA'S FULL BIOGRAPHY
A SCHOOL ROOTED IN COMMUNITY, EDUCATION & SERVICE
Our Mysore school welcomes individuals of all backgrounds, experience levels, abilities, and faiths. We believe meaningful practice and education extend beyond the yoga mat into how we live, move, care for ourselves, and serve others. Christina's Christian faith guides her personal values of compassion, humility, gratitude, integrity, and service. Our traditional yoga and wellness programs welcome everyone, with optional faith-centered wellness opportunities for those who desire them.
Our commitment is to provide a respectful, supportive environment where people can develop their health, deepen their knowledge, build meaningful relationships, and continue learning throughout life.
One school. A supportive community. Individualized practice. Lifelong learning.
BEGIN WHERE YOU ARE. GROW WITH US.
Whether you are looking for daily Ashtanga Mysore practice on Maui, LIVE online yoga classes, personalized yoga therapy, professional teacher training, a traditional apprenticeship, or an immersive wellness retreat, we welcome you to our school.
BREATHE. MOVE. STRENGTHEN. LEARN. THRIVE. Breathe Maui Wellness — Ashtanga Mysore Yoga Therapy & Wellness School
Haʻikū Marketplace | North Shore Maui, Hawaiʻi
In-Person & LIVE Online Worldwide
JOIN DAILY MYSORE | EXPLORE TEACHER TRAINING | BEGIN APPRENTICESHIP | BOOK PRIVATE WELLNESS
Our yoga therapy and wellness coaching services are complementary wellness practices and do not replace medical diagnosis, treatment, physical therapy, or mental health care.
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