Kalama Polynesian Dancers offers classes through Hālau Kalama, a Non-Profit 501(c)3 organization that strives to educate and promote Polynesian culture through the arts of music, language and dance. ​

Upcoming Workshops

Hula and Hawaiian Culture Featuring Kuana Torres and Kapulanakehau Tamure of Na Palapalai
August 4-6, 2020

Kuana Torres and Kapulanakēhau will be sharing Hula and Hawaiian Culture. Kahiko and ‘auana hula workshops, ‘Oli, Flower Lei and Ni’ihau Lei Making... even a new class that combines Kehau’s legendary hairpiece expertise with my lei making skills. Stay tuned for details. 

Past Workshops

Behind the Mele and Oli, featuring Two Time Grammy Award Winner, Kalani Pe`a
November 23, 2019
  • Hawaiian History
  • Hawaiian Music and Composition
  • "How does Hawaiian music and oli define who we are as Hawaiians?"
  • Developing a sense of place while recognizing the connections between `ike ku`una and Hawaiian identity.
  • Exploring the utilization of `Ōlelo in music and everyday conversation.
The Art of Samoan Siva, featuring Rex Tiamalu
November 2, 2019
  • History of Siva Afi​
  • Beginning Spinning
  • Introduction to Advanced Movement
  • Doubles
  • Diversification and Flow
  • Transitioning to fire
Hula and Tahitian dance and Tahitian Drumming
Featuring 2010 Miss Aloha Hula Mahealani Mika
and Nonosina's Tiana

September 9-10, 2017
  • Hula `Auana
  • Hula Kahiko
  • Tahitian `Otea
  • Tahian Drumming
Hālau Kalama Studio Etiquette 
​KULEANA
  • *ARRIVE ON TIME!* Arriving on time ensures that you, as well as your fellow students, receive the full time and instruction allotted to you.
  •  Bring all required class materials (hula book/folder, writing instrument, paper, pa’u skirt, etc.) to every class.
  •  Make sure any assigned research or task is completed prior to class.
  •  *PRACTICE, PRACTICE, PRACTICE* when you are not in class; having to constantly review the same things due to forgetting/not reviewing on your own time eats up valuable class time.

HA`AHA`A / `IKE LOA
  •  Remember that there are many different styles of hula and schools of thought.
  •  Ask questions.
  •  Empty your cup—never stop learning!
  •  Give grace to with yourself as you learn and grow.
  •  Give grace to your instructors as they are also learning and growing.

HO`OHANA / ALAKA`I
  •  Always try to give 100% effort. If for some reason you cannot, let your instructor(s) know.
  •  Stay focused: keep your eyes and ears open.
  •  Set a good example through good energy and determination.

MĀLAMA / HO`OHANOHANO
  • Respect the space we dance in by keeping it clean--no gum chewing, no open drinking containers; no clutter.
  • Remove your shoes and place them on the mats; place personal belongings in the cubbies.
  • Be sure you are doing your part whenever we are assigned to clean the studio.
  • Avoid excessive talking that could possibly distract your fellow students.
  • Leave all drama OUTSIDE of the studio. 

KĀKOU / LŌKAHI
  • If something comes up, let your instructors know ahead of time or as soon as possible, no matter what it pertains to (attendance, concerns, etc.) so that a solution can be worked on. The longer you wait, the more difficult it becomes to solve.