Lessons – Moana Glass By Ryan Staub

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Glassblowing Lessons in Lahaina Maui

Moana Glass by Ryan Staub is the only private studio on Maui where YOU can learn the ancient art of glassblowing and make your own perfect Maui souvenir. You pick the piece you want to make, select from our assortment of brilliant colors and your instructor carefully tailors your glass lesson to YOU. Your instructor will be with you the whole way, making sure everyone stays safe and ensuring that your piece comes out great!

Many of our students, both kids, and adults, have told us that glassblowing was the BEST thing they did on their Maui vacation. We have 5-star ratings on Google Yelp and TripAdvisor. Look below for some of the pieces YOU can make.

Many of our students, both kids, and adults, have told us that glassblowing was the BEST thing they did on their Maui vacation. We have 5-star ratings on Google, Yelp and TripAdvisor. Look below for some of the pieces YOU can make.

Glassblowing pieces you can make:

You don’t have to decide now, we have a ‘decide on location’ option and you can always change your mind when you arrive. Questions? Give us a call at (808) 763-6338!

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When to Arrive:

Please arrive promptly at your lesson time.

What to Expect:

All glassblowing lessons at Moana Glass are private lessons. We want you to have the most hands-on and informative experience you can get with glass while making your PERFECT MAUI SOUVENIR. We will never group you up with people you don’t know, just you and your friends and family.

In these fun and exciting private lessons, you start with a safety orientation, then move on to making your piece. Our expert instructors guide and assist you one-on-one. You start by picking colors from our vibrant color mixes. Your teacher will show you how to apply color to the hot glass and walk you step-by-step through the process specific to the piece you are making.

Glassblowing, at its heart, is a TEAM SPORT! We bill by the piece, but we can get more than one person working on each piece. Most pieces are great for either one or two people. We encourage teamwork with you and your fellow glassblowing students, making this an ideal activity for families and groups, large or small. As a team-building activity, glassblowing lessons bring you and your group together in a fun, challenging, and interactive format that strengthens bonds and encourages teamwork.

When you come with your family and friends to make one or more pieces per person, we team you up to involve as many people as possible in the whole experience. The more pieces you make, the more experience everyone gets in the glass studio.

You are welcome to bring along as many friends or family as you like to watch, take pictures, or capture video. Our gallery of beautiful artwork will keep people young and old entranced, and our friendly staff offers free studio tours to see how we make stunning works of art.

The whole process takes 1 hour for 1 piece, 1.5 hrs for 2 pieces, 2 hours for 3 or 4 pieces, 2.5 hrs for 5 pieces, 3 hours for 6 or 7 pieces. Contact us for bookings of 8 or more pieces. Please contact us directly for bookings of 6 or more pieces if you would like to use two workstations and speed up the process.

Safety/What to wear:

Moana Glass provides an orientation that covers glass studio safety in detail as well as providing safety glasses for glassblowing participants. All participants must sign the waiver before arrival.

For safety, participants must come prepared by wearing:

Shoes that cover your whole foot (NO KEENS, NO CROCS, NO SLIPPERS/FLIP-FLOPS, NO WATER SHOES)
Cotton Clothing

(Loaner shoes are available for free and new shoes are available for purchase.)

What You Leave With

A fun experience like none other in Hawaii
A beautiful piece of art that YOU made
A new appreciation of glassblowing and glass art
A great story and a conversation piece that is sure to impress

Share your work of art!

Use #mymoanaglass

Where to Park:

Right in front of the studio at 1203 Keawe St, Lahaina, HI 96761. There is LOTS of parking available.

Scheduling & Cancellation Policies

Book early to make sure you get the time slot best for your schedule.
Payment in full is required to book your slot.
No refunds within Two full calendar days of your class time.
Most people take their pieces home in their carry on. FedEx Shipping is available at an additional charge.
Make sure you fill out your waiver ahead of your lesson time

Piece Pick Up:

Pieces are ready for pick up about 3 pm the following day or in the morning of the next day we are open. Shipping is available at an additional charge

Extra People:

The more the merrier! Bring friends and family!

Food and Drink:

Bottled water is provided. Bring whatever you like. If you appear intoxicated, we cannot blow glass with you.

OR call +(808)763-6338

Information:

Make as many pieces as you like, Bring friends

30 min. check-in plus appx. 30 min./piece

Minimum 1 piece, call for bookings over 6 pieces.

1203 Keawe St, Lahaina, HI 96761

808.763.6338

5 years old

$300 – $450

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Got Questions? We Have Answers

What is Moana Glass?

Created from the inspiration of Maui’s immense beauty, Moana Glass is Ryan Staub’s outlet for sharing his love of glass and Glass Art with the world. Staub draws on his 30 years of glassblowing as well as his vast experience traveling and learning from the best Glassblowing Masters in the world to share the beauty of the Hawaiian islands with you. From masterfully made artwork to Private Lessons where you can make your perfect Maui souvenir, you are sure to love your experience at Moana Glass.

Where is pricing information?

Pricing for lessons is on the Lessons Page. Pricing is by the piece.

Pricing for art work is on the Online Gallery Page. Pieces with prices listed are for sale in the online gallery. Call for pricing of other items.

Where is pricing information?

All artwork is one of a kind, and while we usually have something available in every series, the availability of artwork varies. If it is for sale in the Online Gallery, we have it available for you. Please call if there are any questions about a specific piece.

What times & days are your classes?

Private glassblowing lessons are held on Tuesday – Saturday 10:00 am to 6:00 pm.

When can I pick up my piece?

Lesson pieces have to cool down slowly overnight. They are usually ready by 3 pm the following day. If we are closed the following day, then the piece will be ready the morning of the next day we open.

Are there advanced levels for glassblowing?

We are continually developing new lesson pieces, so you can come back again and again and still have fresh, fun pieces to make.

Are there advanced levels for glassblowing?

YES ! We have advanced pieces that anyone can make !

The most popular advanced piece is the honu (turtle). We also let you get creative with
colors and form with the advanced vessels.

They take longer than the standard lesson pieces, so must be booked over the phone.

Please call or text 808.763.6338 to learn more or book an advanced Lesson .

You can also email us at info@moanaGlass.com

Can I make a Wave, Whale Tail, Turtle, or Whale?

We do have a Honu (turtle) as an advanced lesson piece. Please call 808.763.6338 to book the Honu Lesson. Our lessons set you up for success, and as such, we do not offer these items as lesson pieces. Any of these, plus other items for sale in the gallery, require years of dedication and professional experience to be able to make. The pieces we offer are ones we know that we can pull off every time with first-time beginners. If you want a very island-themed sculpture, the Fish Sculpture is a great option.

How long do the lessons take?

Appx 30 min. for check-in plus. 30 min. per piece. The exact length of your lesson will be shown when booking your reservation. For example, the whole process takes 1 hour for 1 piece, 1.5 hrs for 2 pieces, 2 hours for 3 or 4 pieces, 2.5 hrs for 5 pieces, 3 hours for 6 or 7 pieces. Contact us for bookings of 8 or more pieces or if you would like to use two workstations and speed up the process.

How many people can work on one piece?

One piece per person is ideal because each person gets the most experience and individual attention from the instructor. You can, however, work on one piece as a team of two and still have fun. The exceptionto this is when two parents are working with a young child.

Can I make my own piece?

One piece per person bookings is also ideal because everyone gets their own piece to keep.

How old is the minimum age for glassblowing lessons?

We work with kids five years old and up. We tailor the experience to every person/group, however. For younger kids, we make it a little less hands-on to ensure their safety.

“That fish looks really hard; are you sure I can make that?”

Our lessons are one-on-one with you and a seasoned professional. Your success is guaranteed! We will help you every step of the way and make sure your piece comes out GREAT!

Do you make custom art pieces, lighting, or glass sinks to order?

Yes, we do! Ryan Staub has been making custom lighting, glass sinks, and artwork for his whole career. If you have an idea of something you’d like made in glass, please contact us, and we will be happy to help!

Are Glass Sinks really tough enough to use?

Ryan Staub has been making Glass Sinks for over 20 years. No one has ever broken one. Everyday use in a bathroom is fine for a glass sink. The sensitive parts, the bottom, and the lip, are usually the thickest part of the piece.

How long does it take to make a piece?

That varies a lot depending on the complexity of the piece and on who is making it. Glassblowing is extremely difficult to master, and even professionals with over 20 years of experience are continually learning new things about the material. The longer someone blows glass, the more efficiently they can make their designs, but that efficiency comes at the expense of years of dedication. Many of Ryan Staub’s pieces consist of pre-made parts that take weeks, or sometimes longer, to prepare.

Do you host events or demonstrations?

There’s something AMAZING to watch almost every day at Moana Glass. Come by and see what Ryan and his team are making, or watch the glassblowing lessons for FREE. please check our operating hours for any changes. We also host glass blowing parties and private group events by appointment.

When should I arrive for the lesson?

Please arrive promptly at your lesson time.