The Waianaia Earth Temple is an intentional community, artist collective, and organic farm dedicated to helping people to function at their highest potential through body work, meditation and Qi Gong.
The vision of Waianaia Earth Temple is to be a beacon of future possibilities where humanity is tapped into its fullest creativity and collaboration.
DomeGaia's design and mission are in alignment with the values and goals of Waianaia Earth Temple, and they are so excited to be our next host. We look forward to building with you in gorgeous Hawi!
The vision of Waianaia Earth Temple is to be a beacon of future possibilities where humanity is tapped into its fullest creativity and collaboration.
DomeGaia's design and mission are in alignment with the values and goals of Waianaia Earth Temple, and they are so excited to be our next host. We look forward to building with you in gorgeous Hawi!
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Career Opportunities
Interested in becoming a professional Aircrete builder or a workshop instructor? Our workshops are the best way to learn to build DomeGaia-style! You'll meet people from all over the world with whom you can collaborate. Our Community Forum has a growing list of folks who need help with their projects. Ready to start your career? Create a free profile to post your skills and availability in the forum. |
Location: Hawi, Hawaii
Waianaia Earth Temple is about an hour away from the Kona International Airport and two hours from the Hilo International Airport. Located in Hawi, Hawaii in the North Kohala District on the Big Island, our workshop will be a very safe 100 miles northwest of the current Kilauea volcanic eruption. To view the lava, you can charter a helicopter from the Hilo Airport or take a boat tour out of Hilo Bay.
Pololu Beach, Hawaii
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Learn how to build an AirCrete dome and SO much more!-> Work as a team to co-create a sacred space
-> Make AirCrete with DomeGaia's unique tools -> Make forms for blocks, archways and round windows -> Build a dome using a compass arm -> Build an archway & a pyramid skylight -> Build a fabric formed single-pour round window -> Build a center pivot oval-shaped wooden door -> Practice techniques to build custom furniture out of concrete DOMIE BONUS! Each participant will receive Architectural Drawings of Steve's Dome Home
(a 16-page digital download valued at $95 USD) 
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We've come a long ways since our first domes which were made of clay bricks and cinder blocks. Now we'll teach you how to build your own dome home with AirCrete - an amazing material that you can make yourself almost as easy as making pancake batter. Learn to build a low-cost dome home that is waterproof, fireproof, termite proof, rot proof, insulated, eco friendly, non toxic, and durable against the forces of earthquakes, hurricanes, tornadoes, etc.
*Please Note: During the 10-day workshop, we build a basic dome structure as depicted in the second picture above. This does not include plumbing, electrical, or finished flooring. We do our best to complete the AirCrete dome during the workshop; however, there is no guarantee of completion. Unexpected obstacles like weather conditions, for example, may prevent the dome’s completion.
Get Creative!DomeGaia's teaching style is very hands-on with free-flowing organized teams. You can learn at your own pace and choose how you want to be involved. We encourage you to explore your own unique creativity!
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Our Instructors: Rafa and Gabe
Rafa, DomeGaia Instructor
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Gabe, Workshop Coordinator & Instructor
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Read more about our enthusiastic instructors on Our Team page!
Local Attractions & Outings
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Outdoor activities near Hawi:
Hawi Town Attractions:
Hawi Farmers' Market
We strive to plan one afternoon for the group to enjoy local attractions. Lunch and dinner will still be served.
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Waipio Valley
Pololu Valley Overlook
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Accomodations
Lodging: Waianaia Earth Temple is offering several options for accommodations ranging from bring your own gear camping spaces to glamping tents to shared dorms. All those who stay on the land will have access to showers, diverse indoor and outdoor hangout areas, land-line phone and wireless internet.
Meals: Breakfast, lunch, and dinner will be shared together and served in an open-air dining area.
We highly recommend that you choose to stay on the land with us during the workshop rather than finding your own accommodations off-site. Staying together on-site allows for richer community building and experiences to be enjoyed together, including nightly campfires that always encourage story telling and musical talent sharing!
Meals: Breakfast, lunch, and dinner will be shared together and served in an open-air dining area.
We highly recommend that you choose to stay on the land with us during the workshop rather than finding your own accommodations off-site. Staying together on-site allows for richer community building and experiences to be enjoyed together, including nightly campfires that always encourage story telling and musical talent sharing!
Workshop Schedule: October 20-30, 2018
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Day 1
3-4pm: Check-In @ Waianaia Earth Temple 6:30pm: Welcome Dinner for Campers Day 2 7:00-8:15am: Breakfast 8:30-9:00: Opening Circle 9am-12:30pm: Workshop 12:30pm-1:30pm: Lunch 1:30pm-5pm: Workshop 6pm: Dinner |
Days 3-10
7:00-8:30am: Breakfast 9am-12:30pm: Workshop or Outing 12:30pm-1:30pm: Lunch 1:30pm-5pm: Workshop or Outing 6pm: Dinner Day 11 7:30-8:30am: Breakfast 9am-12pm: Workshop 12pm-1:30pm: Lunch 1:30pm: Closing Circle 4pm: Departure |
Tuition & Fees
Important note: Registration for tuition and accommodations are separate. Please secure your workshop space with a $500 deposit via the link below and then reserve your accommodations as directed. Thank you!
10-day Workshop Tuition |
10-day Accommodations & Meals |
1200 |
144-733 |
per student |
per student |
Meals and Accommodations Not Included |
Tuition Not Included |
Secure your space today with a $500 deposit at the link above! Couples paying together save $200! Be sure to select the "Double Domie Discount" product in our Store. |
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If you have any questions, please contact our workshop coordinator Gabe at workshops@domegaia.com
CANCELLATION POLICY:
- Folks cancelling more than 4 weeks prior to the first day of the workshop will receive a full tuition refund, minus any processing fees.
- Those cancelling 2 - 4 weeks prior to the first day of the workshop will receive a half tuition refund, minus fees.
- No refunds for cancellation requests made less than 2 weeks prior to the first day of the workshop.
- If the workshop has to be cancelled for some reason, you will receive an immediate full refund. We have never had to cancel a workshop, so this is highly unlikely.
We look forward to building with you in beautiful Hawi, Hawaii!