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Learn the Hula/Polynesian Dance (Hawaiian, Tahitian, Maori, Tongan, Samoan, Fijian) - Peoria, AZ - Tropical Polynesian Productions. HOW TO HULA
A dance set to poetry. Learn the difference between Hula Kahiko (Ancient Hula) and Hula Auana (Modern Hula). Storytelling in dance form. Learn the various types of Hawaiian dance: Hula Kahiko and Hula Auana and the costumes used for each. Then learn the basic foot and hand motions, and complete choreographies. Hula Kahiko (Ancient Hula) is performed with a chanter, who plays the Ipu Heke (double gourd drum) and the dancer(s) who dance to the beat of the drum. Chanting is a form of Hawaiian mele (song) to honor a person, place, or event.
Dress: Women - Pa'u or skirt (or leotards and tights). Wear comfortable clothing. All ages, men are welcome also.
ORI: THE DANCE OF TAHITI
The most energetic of all the Polynesian dances and widely known for very fast hip movements (Remember the dancer during the Hawaii 5-0 theme song and credits.) Emphasis is on hip isolation. Instruction includes strength and stamina training. Learn the difference between Otea and Aparima. This class is appropriate for beginners as well as experienced dancers. For men and women.
Dress: A pareo or scarf for the hips (or leotards and tights). Wear comfortable clothing. All ages, men are welcome also.
NEW ZEALAND MAORI POI DANCE
Learn the art of twirling Poi balls (soft white balls at the end of bright, braided yarn which Maori women twirl in their dancing). The Poi dance was originally used by the Maori women for keeping their hands flexible for weaving and by the men for strength and coordination required during battle. For men and women.
Dress: (leotards and tights). Wear comfortable clothing. All ages, men are welcome also.
The following seminars that are available:
Hula Boot Camp: an intensive weekend of Hula Kahiko (Ancient Hula) and Hula Auana (Modern Hula).
Tahitian Boot Camp: an intensive weekend of Aparima (Slow Tahitian Hula) and Otea (fast hip isolation movement).
Maori New Zealand Boot Camp: an intensive weekend of learning Poi dances and twirling Poi balls.
Advanced Poi Lessons: Learning to twirl lighted Poi balls and fire Poi.
South Pacific Dance Boot Camp: All of the above (except the Advance Poi Lessons) and Samoan, Fijian, and Tongan.
Visit: www.tropicalpolynesianproductions.com - Zip Codes: 85345, 85380, 85381, 85382, 85383, 85385
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