Below are all available classes currently offered at Hōkūle'a Academy.
Myths and Legends (Season 14)
Hoku Ula - Red Star/Mars (Mens L 1/2)
Men's level 1 & 2 students learn the basics or further their knowledge of Hula and ‘Ori Tahiti, musical instruments and their different beats, language and cultural knowledge of Hawai’i and Tahiti. They also have the opportunity to learn other dance styles of other island nations.
Men's level 1 & 2 students learn the basics or further their knowledge of Hula and ‘Ori Tahiti, musical instruments and their different beats, language and cultural knowledge of Hawai’i and Tahiti. They also have the opportunity to learn other dance styles of other island nations.
Monday
7:00 PM to 8:30 PM
7:00 PM to 8:30 PM
Dance Floor
Studio
Studio
Hoku Lele - Shooting Star (Teen/Adult L1)
In this class, students learn the basic techniques of Hula and ‘Ori Tahiti, identify the different types of dance styles, instruments used, and some basic drum beats. Students also learn basic language and cultural knowledge of Hawai’i and Tahiti.
In this class, students learn the basic techniques of Hula and ‘Ori Tahiti, identify the different types of dance styles, instruments used, and some basic drum beats. Students also learn basic language and cultural knowledge of Hawai’i and Tahiti.
Tuesday
7:00 PM to 8:30 PM
7:00 PM to 8:30 PM
Dance Floor
Studio
Studio
Hoku Lewa - Moving Star (Teen/Adult L2)
Teen/Adult level 2 students continue their training from level 1 in addition to learning how to work in a team, collaborate, and create choreography. They also have the opportunity to learn other dance styles of other island nations.
Teen/Adult level 2 students continue their training from level 1 in addition to learning how to work in a team, collaborate, and create choreography. They also have the opportunity to learn other dance styles of other island nations.
Thursday
7:00 PM to 9:00 PM
7:00 PM to 9:00 PM
Dance Floor
Studio
Studio
Hoku Pa a - North Star (Teen/Adult L3)
Teen/adult level 3 students polish their technique of hula and ‘ori Tahiti learned from level 1 & 2 to a professional level.
Teen/adult level 3 students polish their technique of hula and ‘ori Tahiti learned from level 1 & 2 to a professional level.
Thursday
7:00 PM to 9:00 PM
7:00 PM to 9:00 PM
Dance Floor
Studio
Studio
Na Kupuna
Nā Kūpuna students focus exclusively on Hula, the different styles of Hula, language and cultural knowledge of Hawai’i.
Nā Kūpuna students focus exclusively on Hula, the different styles of Hula, language and cultural knowledge of Hawai’i.
Friday
10:00 AM to 11:00 AM
10:00 AM to 11:00 AM
Dance Floor
Studio
Studio
Hoku Iki - Little Star (Kids L1)
Kids level 1 students learn the basic skills for Hula and ‘Ori Tahiti, identify the beat of the music, and basic language and cultural knowledge of Hawai’i and Tahiti through games, coloring, and physical motion.
Kids level 1 students learn the basic skills for Hula and ‘Ori Tahiti, identify the beat of the music, and basic language and cultural knowledge of Hawai’i and Tahiti through games, coloring, and physical motion.
Friday
5:30 PM to 6:30 PM
5:30 PM to 6:30 PM
Dance Floor
Studio
Studio
Hoku kai - Sea Star (Kids L2)
Kids level 2 students transfer the skills they develop from the level 1 class and continue to learn the different styles of Hula and ‘Ori Tahiti, music instruments and beats, language and cultural knowledge of Hawai’i and Tahiti.
Kids level 2 students transfer the skills they develop from the level 1 class and continue to learn the different styles of Hula and ‘Ori Tahiti, music instruments and beats, language and cultural knowledge of Hawai’i and Tahiti.
Saturday
9:00 AM to 10:00 AM
9:00 AM to 10:00 AM
Dance Floor
Studio
Studio
Hoku Ala - Rising Star (Pre-Teen)
Pre-teen students learn the basics or further their knowledge of Hula and ‘Ori Tahiti, musical instruments and their different beats, language, and cultural knowledge of Hawai’i and Tahiti. They will also learn how to work in a team, collaborate, and create choreography.
Pre-teen students learn the basics or further their knowledge of Hula and ‘Ori Tahiti, musical instruments and their different beats, language, and cultural knowledge of Hawai’i and Tahiti. They will also learn how to work in a team, collaborate, and create choreography.
Saturday
10:30 AM to 11:30 AM
10:30 AM to 11:30 AM
Dance Floor
Studio
Studio
Hoku Ao - Morning Star (Ladies 50+)
Hōkū ao students focus exclusively on Hula, the different styles of hula, language and cultural knowledge of Hawai’i.
Hōkū ao students focus exclusively on Hula, the different styles of hula, language and cultural knowledge of Hawai’i.
Saturday
11:30 AM to 12:30 AM
11:30 AM to 12:30 AM
Dance Floor
Studio
Studio
Add-on Classes 2024
Ukelele (Beginner)
'Ukulele beginner students learn the parts of the ukulele, basic chords, strumming patterns and songs to play.
'Ukulele beginner students learn the parts of the ukulele, basic chords, strumming patterns and songs to play.
Thursday
5:45 PM to 6:30 PM
5:45 PM to 6:30 PM
Lobby
Studio
Studio