Hula - Modern and Ancient Styles
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Polynesian Classes.
Both old and Moderns styles.
Hula kahiko (old style)
is performed in traditional costume to accompanying chanting and percussion only.
is performed in traditional costume to accompanying chanting and percussion only.
Ancient Hula -is the soul of Hawaii expressed in motion. No one knows its exact origins but Hawaiians agree that the first hula was performed by a god or goddess which makes the dance a sacred ritual. Some believe the hula was only danced by men, but legend and historical sources tells us both men and women danced. Ancient hula is unique and totally different from other Polynesian dances. Although it began as a form of worship during religious ceremonies, it gradually evolved into a form of entertainment.
Hula auana (modern style)
is accompanied by songs, ukuleles, guitars, and other instruments dancers in imaginative costumes.
is accompanied by songs, ukuleles, guitars, and other instruments dancers in imaginative costumes.
Modern Hula- Every movement in hula has a specific meaning, and every expression of the dancer's
hands has great significance. The movements of a dancer's body might represent certain plants,
animals, and even war. For example, in imitating a shark or waving palm tree, the true
Hula dancer believes he or she becomes the shark or palm.
hands has great significance. The movements of a dancer's body might represent certain plants,
animals, and even war. For example, in imitating a shark or waving palm tree, the true
Hula dancer believes he or she becomes the shark or palm.
New classes start each week. Tues evenings from 5:15-6:15p, Max 5 students per class.
$55 for 5 weeks classPay online below with credit card or by cash or check at the studio.
$55 for 5 weeks classPay online below with credit card or by cash or check at the studio.
2922 E Evergreen, Vancouver WA 98661.
