Ananda Island Hub Current Programs
Past Progamms and Events.
Explore Our Programs and Events
At Ananda Island Hub, the island is our classroom—a place where children grow through wonder, creativity, and connection to the Earth. Discover our current and past programs that inspire mindful learning, nature exploration, and community connection. From beach discovery weeks and creative arts workshops to family wellness gatherings, each experience nurtures curiosity, joy, and a deep bond with the natural world.
Our current weekly program is ongoing, and we welcome you to contact Ananda Island Hub for bookings, inquiries, or more information. Discover how our island-based learning experiences nurture creativity, curiosity, and connection. Visit our About page to learn more about our team and our philosophy.
Much love and island vibes from all at Ananda Island Hub.
Beach Discovery Week – Open for Bookings This November!
Join us on Panglao Island, Philippines, for Beach Discovery Week — a nature-based learning adventure where children explore, create, and connect with the sea. Running weekday mornings from 9:00 a.m. to 12:30 p.m., this immersive program blends yoga, storytelling, ecology, and creative arts in a joyful, hands-on experience by the beach.
Each day brings a new theme — from tide pool explorations and ocean-inspired art to eco-discovery walks and rhythms of the sea — designed to spark curiosity and nurture mindfulness in young learners.
Now open for bookings throughout November!
For inquiries or reservations, contact us at anandaislandhub@gmail.com or through our contact bookings page.
Location: Panglao Island, Philippines
Time: 9:00 a.m.–12:30 p.m. daily
Daily Routine Overview
9:00–9:30: Yoga & Mindfulness (gentle beach yoga, grounding, breathing)
9:30–9:45: Story or Nature Connection Circle (a story, poem, or reflection connected to the day’s theme)
9:45–12:00: Main Themed Exploration or Creative Activity 12:00–12:30: Reflection Circle / Journaling / Song
Monday – “Tide Pool Explorers”
Focus: Observation, wonder, and ecosystems
Story Suggestion: The Snail and the Whale by Julia Donaldson or a local ocean folklore tale
Main Activity:
Explore shallow water pools along the shore.
Observe what thrives there (tiny crabs, snails, algae, anemones).
Collect safe natural materials (driftwood, coral bits, shells).
Create mini tide pools in small basins or sand hollows, adding water and natural finds to recreate a living micro-ecosystem.
Reflection:
“What did you notice living between land and sea?”
Sketch or describe your tide pool.
Tuesday – “Artists of the Ocean”
Focus: Creativity through natural materials, beauty in nature
Story Suggestion: Somebody Swallowed Stanley by Sarah Roberts (ties art to ocean care)
Main Activity:
Create large-scale sand art mosaics using shells, coral fragments, pebbles, and seaweed. Work in small groups to design “messages from the sea” — patterns, animals, or mandalas.
Extension: Discuss patterns in nature (symmetry, spirals, repetition).
Reflection:
Photograph artworks before the tide reclaims them. Circle reflection on impermanence and cycles in nature.
Wednesday – “Beachcomber’s Treasures”
Focus: Exploration, classification, and eco-awareness
Story Suggestion: Flotsam by David Wiesner (wordless picture book great for imagination)
Main Activity:
Guided beach combing walk — look for natural objects and human-made items.
Sort finds into “natural” and “human-made.”
Discuss how long things take to decompose.
Create a “Beach Museum” or “Eco Display” with labeled items (can be photographed instead of taken).
Reflection:
“What belongs to the sea and what doesn’t?”
Group brainstorm: how can we help protect beaches?
Thursday – “Gardens by the Sea”
Focus: Ecology, connection between land and ocean, sustainability
Story Suggestion: The Curious Garden by Peter Brown
Main Activity:
Learn about coastal plants and how they protect the shoreline.
Create mini permaculture gardens using beach sand, soil, and found organic materials. Plant seedlings in upcycled containers or coconuts.
Discuss water cycles and how nutrients flow from land to sea.
Reflection:
“How do plants help keep the beach and ocean healthy?” Gentle gratitude circle for the earth.
Friday – “Ocean Rhythms and Night Sky Magic”
Focus: Music, movement, rhythm of nature, and celebration
Story Suggestion: A short ocean myth or a local Visayan sea legend
Main Activity:
Explore rhythm and sound inspired by the sea — body percussion, found-object instruments (shell shakers, driftwood drums).
Create a group “Ocean Orchestra” or Ukulele Jam with ocean-inspired sounds.
Simple choreography or movement piece: “The Tide Dance.”
Closing Circle:
Reflect on the week: “What did the ocean teach us?”
Gratitude song or mindful sharing.
Our Past Programs and Events
At Ananda Island Hub, every program is a journey of discovery, creativity, and connection to nature. Our past programs have included Beach Discovery Weeks, creative arts workshops, family wellness gatherings, and eco-education experiences that inspire mindful learning and community connection. Each event reflects our philosophy — that the island is our classroom, where children and families grow through wonder, imagination, and a deep bond with the Earth.
