CULTURAL LESSONS
CULTURAL LESSONS
HULA LESSONS
Hula is a type of dance that is used to pass down traditions and practices that pre-date the introduction of written language. Furthermore, by watching or dancing hula, a person can learn things like the creation of the world, legends of different gods and goddesses, and stories of the elements that surround us.
Lessons are available for the traveling beginner to an experienced dancer. Join us for a lesson and learn the ancient dance of hula.
UKULELE LESSONS
An 'ukulele is an instrument that originated in Europe, but was later introduced to Hawaii in 1879. It arrived in Hawai'i after a Portuguese immigrant named Joao Fernandez brought it with him. Immediately following his arrival, he jumped off the boat and started strumming and singing. Regardless of its origin, the 'ukulele became a vital piece of Hawaiian culture.
The 'ukulele is now vastly used to accompany Hawaiian music and enhance the songs we hear today.
Come and learn the art of playing the 'ukulele.
LEI MAKING LESSONS
Today, leis are given for every life event for instance at births, birthdays, graduations, weddings, funerals, friendship, and of course, love. The most common flowers used in modern lei making are plumeria, orchids and tuberose.
Traditionally, it is not customary to throw away a lei. The reason being, they represent love. So, if a lei is thrown away, you are throwing away the love.