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Our Mission
We launched in October 2023 as our original opening date was directly impacted by the Lahaina Fire. Our mission was always to increase financial accessibility to boutique fitness and Pilates in West Maui through utilizing a sliding scale. We provided over 700 free classes to community in the year after the fire as well as provided a full scholarship to Mat & Reformer Training.
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Our mission 2 years later is to increase education around the social determinants of health while helping people from all walks of life nurture an intimate relationship across their mind, body and spirit. Through creating the space for self-awareness, empowerment, and care; we aim to aid with stress management in real time and chronic stress over time, by helping people to understand their role in communal wellness.
We set out to disrupt the industry with a simple truth;
Wellness is political.
Now, we maintain the work.
Our values
Mindfulness
Authenticity
Discourse
Respect
Equity
To the Hawaiian Kingdom and her rightful people, we owe immense respect, unwavering humility, and a commitment to being of service as we are called.
To the āina, we owe ongoing vigilance of our impact with conscious effort
towards protection, conservation, and preservation.
The land & people are not separate. May we remember how our behavior and choices directly affect others. We aim to fully embody and be in consistent service to the true spirit of aloha.
Kumu Wilmont led our blessing October 2023
Frequently Asked Questions
I've been told to "be careful" of Madre Maui; I don't understand?
Madre Maui is more than a Pilates studio. We highlight that wellness is inherently politicized, despite most everyday folks having no investment in politics. Our activism for human rights and equity bothers many folks. These statements and sentiments reflect the person speaking them more than our studio. We hope you are empowered to make your own judgments. We are biased, but we are a vibe.
I am brand new to Pilates and don't know where to start?
Firstly- CONGRATULATIONS for choosing to begin! Pilates is for every body at all levels. We suggest starting with our Introduction by Privates if it is affordable. This will help us evaluate a course that makes the most sense for you. If privates are not accessible, please try Prime, Resort, or Technique as first classes.
I do Megaformer and Lagree classes and don't feel challenged. Is Pilates easy?
Wherever you are- do 20 jump squats, 10 Push-Ups, 12 Burpees. The point is, it is not hard to create challenging workouts. It is much harder for folks to be honest with themselves about their form, their technique and the sustainability of their approaches. Pilates is designed to be lower impact and keep you moving more efficiently everyday at all ages. It typically becomes more challenging as you learn more and start to listen to your body. We love all forms of fitness and encourage people to cross-train and find something that makes them happy. In Pilates, you have to crawl before you walk, walk before you jog, and jog before you run. We offer many fusion classes for challenge once you've established good technique on the equipment.
I made a mistake on my purchase. Do you offer refunds?
Madre Maui no longer offers refunds or pack extensions unless the mistake is on our end. All unused credits may be donated or transferred. Please slow down and purchase mindfully. Refer to our Studio Policy page for more insights.
I am nervous about participating; is this normal?
Yes! It is so very normal to feel intrigued to try our classes but nervous and intimidated. We pride ourselves on making class accessible and encouraging. Choosing the right classes or private sessions is key to finding confidence in the beginning. Please email Amanda (amanda@madremaui.com) and talk story to help you find a path to joyful movement. It is our privilege and pleasure to help people fall in love with themselves!
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