It is my life’s passion to preserve our Hawaiian cultural traditions and heritage as passed down by my
elders. I established Hālau Hula Nā Meakanu O Laka O Hawai‘i in Torrance California in 1985. Now
located in Los Alamitos California the Hālau provides formal training in the study of hula, including
traditional Hawaiian dance, chants music, language, history, values and customs, arts and crafts.
For those who wish to join us, we offer `Ike Kumu. `Ike Kumu is a formal process where students learn
to apply basic Hawaiian vocabulary, fundamental skills and basic techniques specific to hula and our
hālau. Two styles of hula are taught: kahiko (ancient form) and `auana (modern style). Students
become familiar with our hālau heritage, traditions, values and protocol. Successful completion of `Ike
Kumu is recognized through formal graduation into the hālau. Upon graduation, students are invited
to continue their learning experience through specific classes that are categorized by age group and
ability.
The mission of the school is:
- Provide a positive environment that promotes cultural awareness amongst students and in the
community, as well as the personal growth and development of each student.
- Encourage the preservation of the ancient art forms of Hawai‘i.
- Demonstrate our oral traditions, teachings and ways of transmitting knowledge through the
Kumu Rolanda Mohala Valentin Reese
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