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Class Descriptions
Babies (Keiki & Keiki Hou ages 2 - 5 years old, Kaikamahine 6 - 9 years old)
Children are introduced to basic movement/coordination, rhythm through music and
dance. They learn the Hawaiian alphabet, pronunciation, how to count in Hawaiian, etc.
The families are introduced to Hālau traditions and protocol. Children perform in annual
recitals, concerts, festivals and/or community events.
Young Adults (Maile/Liko 8 - 14 years old, Kane 8 - 16 years old)
Students learn "Ike Kumu" basic hula fundamentals and technique in Kahiko (ancient
style of hula) and Auana (modern style of hula), Hālau traditions and protocol. They are
also introduced to dances that use hula instruments. As part of Hālau, these classes
perform in annual recitals, concerts, festivals, and/or community events.
Adult Classes
All students are required to take "`Ike Kumu" (Basic Knowledge) to learn the basic hula
fundamentals and technique in Kahiko (ancient style of hula) and Auana (modern style of
hula) and our Hālau traditions and protocol. In order to be formally accepted in Hālau,
each student must complete the pre-requisite class. Upon completion, the student
graduates into the Hālau and is placed in the designated class based on age and
competency which is at the discretion of the Kumu.
`Ike Kumu - Basic Knowledge to enter Halau (graduation upon completion)
Ho'opa'a - Chant Class (by invitation of Kumu only)
Ilima - Ladies Advanced Class
Kaikamahine - Beginner Children class ages 6-9
Kane - Boys ages 10 - 17
Keiki - Children class ages 4-5
Keiki Hou - Children class ages 2-3
Laua`e - Ladies Intermediate Class
Liko - Children Class ages 8-12
Maile - Advanced Children Class ages 11-14
Mokihana - Gracious Ladies Intermediate Class
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