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Hula Lesson Classes

Join us at Halau Makana for hula and Tahitian dance classes in Alameda, CA. We offer a range of classes for all ages and skill levels taught by experienced and passionate instructors.

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Keiki 1 Hula

(Beginner Kids Hula)

Kids will learn the basic steps of Hula and some words of the Hawaiian language. Students will receive an introduction to protocol and history through movement and music of Hawai’i.

Keiki 2 Hula

(Int/Advanced Kids Hula)

Students have a thorough knowledge of cultural protocol and can execute specific basic hula steps and gestures. Students in the int/adv class dive deeper into cultural concepts, history, and language. Difficult choreography is to be expected at this level.

Tamari'i 'Ori Tahiti

(All levels Kids Tahitian Dance)

Kids learn the basic steps and words of ‘Ori Tahiti (Tahitian dance) and the Reo Tahiti (Tahitian language). Students will get a glimpse into the world of recreational and competitive ‘Ori Tahiti with mini projects, performances, and in-house competitions

Adult (B) Hula

(Beginners Adult Hula)

learn the basic steps and words of Hula and the Hawaiian language. Students will receive an introduction to protocol and history through movement and music of Hawai’i.

Adult (A) Hula

(Int/Advanced Adult Hula)

students have a thorough knowledge of cultural protocol and can execute 20-30 specific basic hula steps and gestures. Students in the intermediate/advanced class dive deeper into cultural concepts, history, and language. Difficult choreography is to be expected at this level.

Kupuna Hula

(All levels Gracious Ladies Hula)

our Kupuna hula class is a soft paced, low intensity dance class where men and women can exercise their bodies and enjoy beautiful melodies of Hawai’i. Every other month Kupuna hula students will receive an introduction or re-introduction to class protocol, basic steps, and language; as well as a new piece of choreography.

Adult ‘Ori Tahiti

(ages 11+)

Beginners – learn the basic steps and words of ‘Ori Tahiti (Tahitian dance) and the Reo Tahiti (Tahitian language). Students will get a glimpse into the world of recreational and competitive ‘Ori Tahiti with mini projects, performances, and in-house competitions.

Intermediate/Advanced – students have thorough knowledge of ‘Ori Tahiti basic steps, language, drum beats, and cultural history. Dive deeper into cultural concepts, more rigorous choreography, and high-intensity fast paced classes.

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Hālau Makana 2026
Keiki 2 Hula 5 - 5:45PM
Kupuna Hula 6 - 6:50PM
Adult (B) Hula 7 - 7:50PM MON
Keiki Hula 5 - 5:45PM
Adult (B) 'Ori 6 - 6:50PM WED
Tamari'i 'Ori 5 - 5:45PM
Adult (A) 'Ori 6 - 7:20PM
Adult (A) Hula 7:30 - 8:50PM THR
Polynesian Dance
Conditioning 10:40 - 11:40AM SAT
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