Photography by Judith Martinez (Creativo Photography)

Little Keiki / Tamarii Classes with Glenda and Nai’a

Instructor: Kahealani 
Assistant / Kāpehe / Tauturu: Brittany
Class prerequisites:

• Ages 3-12
• Positive attitude
• Class Binder
• Class Pareau
• Regular attendance

Class goals:

• Introduction to multiple forms of Polynesian dance, including Hula, Tahitian, Samoan and Maori 
• Introduction to Polynesian languages 
• Introduction to Polynesian protocols and culture
• Introduction to Polynesian music and implements
• Preparation to progress to the intermediate class level

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Junior Keiki Classes with Ellen 

Photography by Judith Martinez (Creativo Photography)

​Instructor: Ellen Akiona
From: Centennial, Colorado

Class Requirements:

• Ages 12-17
• Hula and Tahitian basics
• Class pa`u
• Class pareo 
• Regular attendance 

Class Goals

• Improve posture, form, and endurance 
• Incorporate levels in both Hula and Tahitian
• Increase confidence
• Respect and support your Hula Brothers, Sisters, Aunties, and Uncles
• Have fun!

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Teen Class with Nai'a

Photography by Judith Martinez (Creativo Photography)

Instructor- Nai'a 
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Class Requirements:

• Ages 13-19 (by invite only)
• Tahitian and Hula Basics 
• Class pa'u
• Class pareo
• Regular attendance 

Class Goals:

• To create a FUN learning environment for teens in the Halau
• To improve techniques and fundamentals
• To introduce teens to other forms of dance from Samoa and New Zealand
• Increase confidence 
• To introduce teens to other possibilities within the group
• To mentor teens in ways they can improve their dance