Teen & Adult Classes

Hula Lite, All Ages, Men & Women

Designed for beginners and accomplished dancers alike, this class is for dancers who would like to practice hula without the rigors of performance or competition.

Wāhine (Competitive), Ages 13 – 30 Years Old

Competitive and performance hula group for young women. Dancers should have mastered hula basics.

Enrollment is by invitation from Kumu.

 

Gracious Ladies (Competitive), Ages 30 – 55 Years Old

Women’s competitive and performance hula group. Students should have mastered hula basics.

Enrollment is by invitation from Kumu.

 

Kūpuna, Ages 55+ Years Old

Stay active gently through the graceful art of hula dance, while learning about Hawai’i’s rich history, culture, and language! Suitable for men and women. Beginners may enroll in this class.

Dancers should have mastered basics. Please enroll in Hula Lite first.

 

Tahitian Workout for Men and Boys, Ages 6 – 55 Years Old

Vigorous, aerobic, strength-building! ʻOri Tahiti (dance) for men and boys incorporates many demanding steps like pa’oti, the iconic male movement wherein the legs are opened and closed in a scissor-like fashion. Sounds easy— but come try it! Join us for a great workout, an introduction to an extraordinary culture and wonderful camaraderie with the other class members!

Vahine (Competitive), Ages 12 – 45 Years Old

The competitive and performance Tahitian dance group for women. Dancers should have mastered the basics of female ‘ori Tahiti.

Mehura, Ages 13+, Women

Mehura is similar to the Hawaiian Hula ‘Auana in look, but the steps are all ‘Ori Tahiti. The most important distinction from ‘aparima himene is that Mehura is danced in a long formal dress, and the tempo is slower. The Mehura is a soft sweet dance.