KEIKI HULA

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Jan 16 2014

The Academy of Hawaiian Arts offers hula classes for keiki (children) age 3 and up. Classes for younger keiki (ages 3-6) are geared for beginners and younger students. Activities include practice in Hawaiian language, chanting/singing, playful basics for footwork and hand motions. Hula classes for our older keiki (ages 7-12) focus on basics (footwork/hand motions), timing, integrating Hawaiian language and preparation for performances. Keiki students of all ages learn Hawaiian culture, stories, and dance floor etiquette. Email us at ihula@academyofhawaiianarts.org for more information about our keiki hula classes.

MARK KEALI’I HO’OMALU

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Jan 16 2014

Kumu Hula Mark Keali’i Ho’omalu teaches the essence of Hawaiian history and customs through choreography of hula and mele (chants in the Hawaiian language). He founded the Academy of Hawaiian Arts in 2003, and his fresh approach to hula has made the group’s name famous in the Hawaiian arts and dance community. As a designer of ipu heke, pahu drums, ‘uli’uli and lei hulu, along with his chanting, music, and choreography, Kumu Hula Mark Keali’i Ho’omalu has established himself as a visionary artist with immeasurable passion for hula and Hawaiiana. Kumu Mark is the visionary behind the theatrical production, Kingdom […]

ABOUT AHA

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Jan 16 2014

Inspired by the motto, “Ke kukui nānā i luna” (The light looked up to), AHA’s mission is inspire greatness and to sustain the vitality of the Hawaiian culture — past, present, and future. The Academy of Hawaiian Arts (AHA) is led by renowned kumu hula (hula instructor) Mark Keali’i Ho’omalu who is known for his innovative and, at times, aggressive style of hula. The Academy pays homage to the origins of Hawaiian traditions while advancing new expressions of Hawaiian dance, music, and language. AHA has garnered numerous prestigious awards including a 2014 “Izzie” Award (Isadora Duncan Dance Award) for Outstanding […]