Ha'a Hula Foundation
Our 10-week class for beginners is offered as a pre-recorded class series you can watch at your own pace. The video recordings are from a Foundation course taught live on Zoom in 2023.
Kū ana ka hula i ka maka ulu ola...
The beautiful 'olelo no'eau above means "hula transforms the center of life's inspiration." Hula is the beautiful, powerful, and heart-centered cultural dance from Hawai’i. The movement of hula is as soothing for the soul as it is a discipline for the body.
Keep reading if...
- You’ve always wanted to try hula but didn’t know where to begin
- You tried to learn hula from YouTube, but it doesn’t feel right to not have a relationship with a teacher
- You’ve tried other exercise programs but they always feel like a chore or something you “should” do
- You’re looking for a fun and natural way to move your body that you can do at any age, anywhere
- You long to connect with a community that shares common values focused on a positive, uplifting way of living
- You want a way to experience the culture of Hawai’i or deepen your relationship to the islands
- You have a sense that learning an embodied practice is the right next step for your spiritual journey
Hula is more than dance.
Hula is not just a cultural dance style. We like to say “hula is life”, which means the teachings and practice of hula can translate into more joy and balance in your everyday life.
Imagine...
- You feel happy and more confident in your body
- You have more patience with your kids, your spouse, in stressful situations at work, or in general in everyday life
- You experience more energy, enhanced physical health, and greater well-being
- You move through life with more ease, which helps you handle whatever comes your way with less reactivity and more equanimity
- You have a way to contribute something positive to make the world a better place
- You experience a deeper relationship with nature, helping you feel a greater sense of belonging and kinship with all of life
As a result of learning Hula and Hawaiian chants online with us, you will…
- Master the basics of Hula so that you can move with more grace and ease
- Learn basic Hawaiian chants so that you can experience their healing effects
- Feel spiritually connected and guided, giving you a greater sense of belonging, support, and inner strength
- Access new tools, practices and perspectives that offer a blueprint for living with more joy
What people are saying:
I enjoy the pace of the Ha’a Hula class, as well as the ability to watch the videos again later, especially since I’m a slow learner. ~ Valerie M.
I like attending classes on Zoom and how you show us in detail how to do the dances, as well as having the ability to ask you questions for clarification. ~ Kathy S.
Hula has taught me to open my heart and to grow that love. When I come home from hula, I am a kinder, more patient and loving mom. ~ Anna S.
Hula got me back into an exercise routine, which gives me energy, puts me in a better mood, and gives me a connection to my family. ~ Mary R.
Hula has reduced my stress and feeling of aloneness. ~ Marty G.
Hula has helped me gain self-confidence. I am less judgmental about myself now, especially about my appearance and my abilities. ~ Snow M.
What we cover in the Ha'a Hula Foundation Class Series:
- Hula Classes x 10 (1 hour each) include instruction in:
- Simple Hawaiian chants for inspiration and healing
- Exercises that stretch, tone, and strengthen the body
- Instruction and practice in basic steps and hula movement vocabulary
- Choreography of a beginning hula dance that combines both kahiko (ancient) and ‘auana (modern) styles
- Introduction to Hawaiian cultural values and teachings that help you cultivate more joy, peace, and balance in your life
What you'll get:
- Supportive and encouraging hula instruction from Kumu Andrea and her alaka'i (teaching assistants)
- Access to the Ha'a Hula FOUNDATION classes resources:
- Video replays from the 10 classes
- Over 10+ additional video resources
- Oli (chant) & Mele (song) lyrics
- BONUS CONTENT: Access to the Ha'a Hula INTRO class resources:
- Hula steps tutorial videos
- Hula dance choreography videos
- Song lyrics
- Upon completion of this course, you have the option to enroll in Ha'a Hula LIFE, our online live hula class series (via Zoom) for ongoing students of all levels
Ho'omākaukau!
Join the Ha'a Hula 'Ohana - our community welcomes you with open arms!
