Intro to hawaiian hula workshop
Hula is a Hawaiian movement practice and art used to tell a story and convey emotions. This workshop introduces this beautiful heart-filled practice. Hula is a wonderful way to connect with the body and heart through gentle and graceful movements of the hips and arms.
Those new to Hawaiian Hula and experienced dancers are welcome to these workshops. This is an opportunity to try hula and to experience how Amanda teaches hula.
In the 90-minute workshops, students will receive a brief history lesson of Hawaiian Hula and an introduction to two styles of hula along with an understanding of the differences seen in lineages of hula. Students will learn and drill between seven and nine beginner hula steps and will be instructed on two easy choreographies at a minimum within different hula styles. You will learn something new and get a cardio workout, but this is a low impact activity.
One style shared during the workshop, is from the era of hula (1940's-1950's) that some may call the hapa-haole or Hollywood style. The second style students will experience is hula kahiko (traditional/ancient). Each is very different, and you'll leave with a better understanding of what you might see at resorts, luaus, and on TV.
You can wear regular workout clothes and come as you are. Also bring some water.
Check the current schedule for upcoming workshops. Check back as dates are added. You can also follow on social to see upcoming workshops.
Some events require registration directly through the hosting venue whereas others may be directly here on this website with Amanda. If the events registration is handled through another venue, their registration and cancellations policies apply, and you'll need to register directly with that studio. Prices may vary between venues. Typically, venues handle the registration unless otherwise noted.
Offered throughout North and South Carolina.
