Create a custom glass keepsake with hands-on guidance from local artists
1 hour
Up to 6 people
Safety gear, guidance, glass piece
Step into a working glass studio for a private, hands-on session with local glass artists. Gather, shape, and blow molten glass with personalized guidance as you create a custom piece.
No experience is necessary. Choose your colors and collaborate with your instructor and group to bring your design to life.
This booking is for the whole experience, which fits up to 6 guests.
Free cancellation up to 48 hours before your scheduled class. Cancellations within 48 hours, no-shows, and arrivals 15 or more minutes late are nonrefundable. Reschedule with at least 24 hours' notice.
Product ID: Z5Y3JZ
Wear closed-toe shoes (no Crocs, sandals, slippers, or water shoes) and tie back long or loose hair. Cotton clothing is preferred. Bring drinking water; a bottle refill station is available.
You get safety gear and safety instructions at the start. All participants must sign a safety waiver before arriving.
Glassblowing experiences are for ages 5 and up. Children ages 5–10 must participate directly with an adult.
903 Haliimaile Rd, Makawao, HI 96768
Glass blowing sounds intimidating, and plenty of people show up nervous. What's clear from the reviews is that the instructors here, Emmy, Olivia, Jess, Jake, Stephanie, and others, are genuinely skilled at easing those nerves and getting complete beginners actively involved in the process. Reviewers consistently mention how hands-on the experience feels compared to similar studios elsewhere, with participants choosing their own colors, blowing and shaping the glass themselves, and walking away with something they're proud to display at home. The vibe at Makai Glass leans warm and unhurried. Several reviewers specifically noted that instructors take their time rather than rushing groups through, and the studio itself is described as clean, organized, and professionally run. Families with kids, couples, and friend groups all seem to have a great time, and the range of creatable pieces, from whale tails and turtles to wine glasses and waves, gives people a few different options to consider. Many visitors are already fans of the gallery before ever taking a class, which says a lot about the quality of work coming out of this place.
If visiting Maui, this is a definite place to stop by. We had a class with Emmy and she was spectacular. A wealth of information and she shared so much with us to help in making our glass creations become a true experience. Please make the time and enjoy this wonderful experience.
David DeTuccio
September 8, 2026
If visiting Maui, this is a definite place to stop by. We had a class with Emmy and she was spectacular. A wealth of information and she shared so much with us to help in making our glass creations become a true experience. Please make the time and enjoy this wonderful experience.
David DeTuccio
September 8, 2026
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