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At Moana Glass by Ryan Staub, every piece is a collaboration between your imagination and molten glass. During this private lesson, you’ll work side-by-side with a professional glassblower to create your own original sculpture—choosing from options like starfish, bowls, ornaments, sea floats, or vases. The studio is known for its refined technique and artistic flair, and no experience is required. Expect a hands-on, mesmerizing encounter with fire and form.
GUEST REQUIREMENTS
For ages 5+
ACTIVITY LEVEL
Easy, in studio
WHAT TO BRING
Closed-toe shoes
CANCELLATION POLICY
Changes or cancellations must be made 2 days prior.
WHAT GUESTS ARE SAYING
5.0★ from 160+ reviews on TripAdvisor
Guests rave about how unforgettable it feels to work with glowing, molten glass — something most people only watch from afar. Many mention how Ryan and his team are patient, funny, and excellent teachers, helping even nervous beginners create a piece they’re proud to pack home. Families, couples, and solo visitors say it’s one of the most unique experiences on Maui, blending art, craft, and a hint of adrenaline in a way that sticks with you long after you leave.
Step into the glow of the furnace and discover what it feels like to shape molten glass with your own hands at Moana Glass by Ryan Staub, Maui’s premier hot glass studio. This private lesson isn’t just a demo — you’ll be at the bench with a professional glassblower by your side, choosing your colors, turning the blowpipe, and watching your piece take shape in real time.
Your instructor guides you through every step: gathering the liquid glass, adding color, blowing and shaping, and using specialized tools to bring your design to life. The studio provides everything — from safety gear to loaner shoes if you need them — so you can focus on the craft, the heat, and the quiet thrill of working with a material that’s alive for only a few moments at a time.
Make a starfish, a sea float, an ornament, or even a one-of-a-kind heart — each piece is yours to keep as a memory of Maui that didn’t just come off a shelf. Whether you’re an art lover, a curious traveler, or a couple looking for something different, this lesson leaves you with more than a souvenir — it’s a glimpse inside an ancient art form, taught by some of Hawaii’s best.Moana Glass by Ryan Staub is Maui’s premier glassblowing studio, founded by master glass artist Ryan Staub. Known for fine glass art pieces collected around the world, Ryan and his team open the studio’s doors daily to share the ancient craft of hot glass. In these private lessons, guests step behind the furnace to shape molten glass into a starfish, ornament, or custom sculpture — guided every step by pros who make the heat, teamwork, and gentle danger of glassblowing feel inspiring and safe.
180 Dickenson Street, Suite 103, Lahaina, Maui, HI 96761. Arrive on time for your lesson, sign a quick waiver, and gear up with provided safety equipment. Street parking available nearby.
Customers will receive a full refund or credit in case of operator cancellation due to weather or other unforeseen circumstances. For a full refund, cancellation requests must be made more than 2 calendar days prior to your lesson date and can only be made via phone or email. For example, you must request your cancellation on Wednesday if you want to cancel your Saturday lesson. We need enough time to fill the spot that cancellation leaves open in our calendar. No-shows will be charged the full price.
Cancellation requests via Facebook or other messaging services cannot be honored. Voicemail or text message to 808.763.6338 and email only.
FOLIO TRAVELOGUE
Fire & Form: Creating Glass on Maui
From the moment you step into the studio, the energy is undeniable—glory holes roaring, artists turning rods, glass glowing like lava. Moana Glass is more than a workspace; it’s a theatre of heat and transformation.
You’ll start by selecting the piece you’d like to make—maybe a rippling floppy bowl, a delicate ornament, or a bold heart sculpture. Next, you’ll pick your colors from a spectrum of glowing pigments. Under careful guidance, you’ll gather molten glass, shape it through breath and motion, and watch as your sculpture takes form.
“Molten glass is alive—you guide it, shape it, and somehow it remembers your touch.”
This isn’t just a souvenir—it’s a moment forged in fire. And while the finished piece will be annealed overnight and shipped later, the memory of that dance with flame stays with you.
Whether you’re celebrating something personal or simply drawn to working with your hands, this experience lands at the perfect intersection of art and presence. Moana Glass makes it feel intimate, grounded, and just a little bit magical.
