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Huraiti Virtual Holiday Party 2020

12/17/2020

 
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Mele Kalikimaka e ka'u kākou 'ohana Huraiti! Wishing our Huraiti Mana family warm holiday cheer and fun. We met virtually for an evening of baking hosted by our very own Lubong 'ohana! We hope everyone enjoyed themselves and shared some sugar goodness. To you and yours, wishing you happiest of holidays. 

Huraiti Mana at Heiva Mā'ohi O Patitifa

11/9/2020

 
Te Pū Fenua is the thousand year old Polynesian tradition of burying the placenta upon a child's birth, continuing our eternal relationship between our people and Te Mama Fenua, Mother Earth. A rite that had survived attempted erasure by colonizers. Too often women, their bodies, and the creation of their bodies, are deemed vile & sinful, biohazard and lesser than. Many mothers have fought for decades to revive the rite to carry home with them the incredible creation that had come from their own body and had protected their babies before birth - their placenta - so that it may be buried in their homeland, in the fenua, beneath a tumu, or with the moana, by whatever means to connect their children to the land that raised their tūpuna. I lift my hands to these metua vahine who have paved the way that one day I may also take part in te pū fenua, and my child may know the roots of their ancestors. Māuruuru mai tō'u mafatu te mau metua vahine!

4th place ages 25-34
As the incredible Ra'atira Tiana Liufau explains a dancer should be, have the grace of Hina and the power of 'Oro! Ua te'ote'o roa vau ia 'oe e Pūpahu! Your dedication and love and commitment is the soul of Huraiti Mana! On to the next!

Heiva Mā'ohi O Patitifa 2020 Virtual Solo Competition

11/4/2020

 
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Save our Native Hawaiians and Pacific Islanders in Washington State! So proud of our Huraiti who have worked so hard throughout quarantine, with 100% of practices unfortunately via zoom. We have had only virtual classes for the past 7 months since the loss of our studio due to COVID measures taken by building management as well as huraiti's joint efforts & conscious choice to minimize the spread of this deadly illness. Across Washington, Native Hawaiians and Pacific Islanders continue to have the highest contraction and highest death rate due to COVID - more than any other ethnic group and by extremely high margins. Though we long to be together, myself side by side with my Tamari'i, we are proud to continue our part, in what little steps or big we can take, in saving our people.

We are proud to participate in an event advocating for the same, remaining socially distant but culturally close. 
Opportunities such as these throughout 2020 has been unprecedented and invaluable in keeping our spirits high, our goals aligned, our bodies moving, and our ā'au fulfilled. Māuruuru from the bottom of our hearts. E fa'aitoito!

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Huraiti Mana x Duwamish Tribe - Indigenous People's Day 2020

10/12/2020

 
Huraiti Mana is honored to have been invited to celebrate in the annual Duwamish Tribe Celebration and Gala, lifting up our Indigenous peoples on this, the second Monday in October, Indigenous Peoples' Day. We lift up our hands most especially to our Duwamish hoa hānau who, though they have lived in these lands known now as the Pacific Northwest since time immemorial, have and still continue to steward this land, and see the city named after Duwamish leader, Chief Seattle prosper and flourish - remain unacknowledged by federal, state, and local governments as a people and nation. The 1855 Treaty signed for healthcare, fishing rights, and education has still not been honored. Duwamish succeeded in receiving federal recognition in 2001 only to have it viciously revoked by the Bush Administration immediately following.

This is a history not taught in schools.

Erasure of Indigenous Peoples is still happening the world over.

It is our kuleana to end cultural genocide and erasure. It is our kuleana to pay Real Rent Duwamish and support the peoples of this land. It is our kuleana that "ethnic studies" be adopted as "American History" for our haumāna.

Sharing oli, hula, and mahalo in the beautiful Duwamish Tribe Longhouse, we make this pledge. As indigenous peoples, we stand in solidarity, we join Real Rent, we remember who we are.

"He Hawai'i Au" by Ho'okena. I am Hawaiian. 

Hula mele by Aunty Makalapua and the late Aunty Mili of Hālau Hula 'O Mililani of Wai'anae, O'ahu.

Video by: Kitman

In Hawai'i, in 1971, the second Monday of October was changed from Columbus Day to "Discoverer's Day" said to include Polynesian discoverers, navigators and vast sea voyagers - however, in its name, it honors "all" considered discoverers. The move for Indigenous People's day, backed by Native Hawaiians against the history of Hawaiian dispossession, exploitation and enslavement at the hands of Captain Cook, never made it to the ballot for the people to vote, its last attempt in 2014.

It is our kuleana. It is time.

Ida Culver House Social Distance Hula Performance

9/10/2020

 
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Mahalo nui loa mai ko mākou mau pu'uwai e Ida Culver House 'ohana! Thank you so much from the bottom of our hearts to Ida Culver House! We sincerely enjoyed this opportunity to perform and share our hula, ourselves, my Kaikua'ana, my sister and I while keeping our communities safe. This was as much a healing experience for ourselves as it was for our elders from the tops of their balconies or through glass windows. E mālama pono - take the utmost care our kūpuna!

Annual Fa'a'ori Cancelled

9/9/2020

 
To our fēti'i, our 'ohana, our family:

Our Fa'a'ori 2020 has been cancelled as we continue to monitor closely the effects of the pandemic across our communities. Awfully so, studies have shown that COVID19 infection rates are highest among Pacific Islander and Native Hawaiian populations in Washington, Oregon, and California. While we are saddened by the cancellation of our event, we make the decision proudly and without doubt in order to best serve our people and our communities of Pacific Islanders and the greater Seattle area. 


Reminisce with us at last year's First Annual Fa'a'ori and the beautiful moments shared, the tears, the laughs, the 'ori 'ori! 

We continue, we remain resilient, we send our love. 

Huraiti Mana at 'Ori 'Ori Lympics

7/31/2020

 
Much mahalo to Hulala Living and 'Ori 'Ori Lympics for creating competition and community in a time when we thought we'd be left without both; a year full of what was at first full-stops and isolation has become a year of fulfilling change and collective connection (in many more ways than one!). We at Huraiti Mana have so gladly been a part of 'Ori 'Ori Lympic online and the very many workshops that have led us to learn and grow from the leaders in our 'Ori Community as well as reconnect with FÄ“ti'i around the world and our collective aroha for the 'Ori Tahiti. Truly, māuruuru to Hulala Living and judges Tahia Cambet of O Tahiti Nui and Hinatea Colombani of Ari'oi Cultural Center for your kindness, warmth & 'ite.
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Tumu Parau: mea here ri'i . . 'Ōte'a draft choreography First Round of @oriorilympic by @hulalaliving ! Recorded this at our now closed studio (COVID) and returned home realizing...you supposed to record portrait style! □□ . . re-recorded in the fare living room □ . . bumbye read next time! . . ua here vau ia tā'u tāne, my muse, my inspiration. . . □ @sefadrums !!! . . #herehere #oriorilympic #oritahitisolocompetition #faarapu #huraitimana #oritahiti #orilife #onlinedance #sefadrums

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Huraiti Mana at Heiva i San Francisco 2020!

7/20/2020

 
We at Huraiti Mana extend our sincerest gratitude to Nemenzo for creating the first virtual Heiva i San Francisco 2020 with esteemed judges Matatini Mou (Best Female Dancer, Heiva i Tahiti 2019), Tiana Liufau (Director of Nonosina), and Hinatea Colombani of The Ari'oi Cultural Center of Tahiti! The event was filled with love for and celebration of a beautiful legacy, culture, history, tradition, and people! Some for their first time, we entered 3 of our huraiti! And we are so warmed and humbled to receive 2nd in Premier 26-35yrs and 1st in the unique Hō'ē Tu'ura'a 'Āvae challenge! Māuruuru for providing us this opportunity of challenge & growth as well as resilience of culture in these times. So much cultural connectivity in this 'ori Tahiti community while we are physically apart. 

Above: Tumu parau: Kalei'okalani was inspired by poet and defender of culture Patrick Araia Amaru and his poem titled "Te Hiro'a e te Iho Tumu," Culture and Identity. Kalei'okalani searches for her culture and origins, calling upon the fenua, the tupuna, the atua, grasping for any 'ite, any knowledge of the past. And through this search for identity, she discovers that her lineage lives within her, her sacred ā'au. 
The above was a unique and innovative Tu'ura'a Hō'ē 'Āvae challenge as a part of Heiva i San Francisco! The Tāmau and the Fa'arapu are the two core basics of which all other tu'ura'a are extensions and variations. Tāmau means consistently or constantly and is the core of 'āfata, 'amaha, tā'iri toma (toma toma, tā'iri piti), etc. Fa'arapu, meaning to mix or stir, is your core for tūmami, tāhapeape, and other circular motions.

We chose Tāmau. Steps included: tā'iri, 'āfata, 'amaha, hue, toma toma (teki, raro), 'ōtamu, tatu'e

Tumu parau: Kalei'okalani is a survivor of sexual assault and likens her story, and the story of far too many, to that of the tumu, the tree or source. She admires the tumu for its strength and life-giving property, its growth and its beauty. And though a tree's body may be cut, maimed, and nearly destroyed, she wills the power to grow again, her far-reaching branches extended to the skies.
Heiva i San Francisco was our first virtual competition! Katie entered with an 'ōte'a dedicated to te va'a, the voyaging canoe, and the travels of Polynesians across the Pacific. Krystine's tumu parau (source/theme) was nehenehe, or Vahine Purotu, the beauty of women. 'Ua te'ote'o tātou ia 'ōrua!

Dance Against Discrimination with Huraiti Mana - māuruuru

7/14/2020

 
Māuruuru again to all who joined in our fundraising efforts for Dance Against Discrimination with Huraiti Mana that took place July 13, 2020, virtually. So appreciative and honored to have shared space and time with all of you.

Together in our combined efforts of generosity and love have raised OVER $900 for Black Women's Blueprint! And donations were also made to The Okra Project. We almost doubled our original goal of $500! Manuia! May we continue, together, in serving our underrepresented, marginalized, and targeted communities. Huraiti Mana for Black Lives Matter. 

All who have joined us are welcomed as our 'ori sisters, 'ori brothers, 'ori siblings & fēti'i. For Huraiti Mana, once we dance together, we our 'ori family, always. Huraiti Mana welcomes you, thanks you, lifts our hands up to you. E fa'aitoito!

Centering:
A reminder of why we’re here. Source for Black Women’s Blueprint honoring Black Women lost to violence

WE CONTINUE TO SAY HER NAME
  • Tarika Wilson
  • Malissa Williams
  • Mya Hall
  • Aiyana Jones
  • Korryn Gaines
  • Riah Milton
  • Kathryn Johnston
  • Sandra Bland
  • Latandra Ellington
  • Joyce Curnell
  • Kendra James
  • Natasha McKenna
  • Amber Rose Issac
  • Rekia Boyd
  • Bettie Jones
  • Tiara Thomas
  • India Kager
  • Asian Roundtree
  • Keara Crowder
  • Yvette Smith
  • Tanisha Anderson
  • Kiki Fantroy
  • Kindra Chapman
  • Johana Medina Leon
  • Aniva Parker
  • Tamla Horsford
  • Kira Dixon Johnson
  • Meagan Hockaday
  • Shelly Frey
  • Oluwatoyin Salau
  • Yvette Smith
  • Iretha Lilly
  • Michelle Cusseaux
  • Alberta Spruill
  • Eleanor Bumpers
  • Atatiana Jefferson
  • Deborah Danner
  • Ralkina Jones
  • Nuwnah Laroche
  • Tanisha Anderson
  • Layleen Polanco
  • Pamela Turner
  • Latasha Harlins
  • Tyisha Miller
  • Alexia Christian
  • Miriam Carey
  • Breonna Taylor
  • Veronica Woodard
  • Shiand Miller
  • Dominique Fells

May these women and too many more, rest in love, in peace, in eternal remembrance. May no further women ever suffer what these women have suffered. May no further young girls ever have to face the world with fear. May we end violence against Black women and girls, today, now, and forevermore. 

Open Enrollment Month!

6/28/2020

 
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Open enrollment is upon us! Join us as we add additional class offerings, all online, and open to anyone interested in hula and 'Ori Tahiti. We invite everyone of all backgrounds and levels of experience to join the Huraiti Mana community with open enrollment beginning July 1, 2020. 🎉 Register today! 🎉
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All classes are held online via the free ZOOM app. 

Mondays 6:30-7:30PM Tu'ura'a - Basics (all ages)
  • We welcome all levels of experience and background! This is a great class if you're beginning your journey with 'ori & hula, but will also be a perfect reminder and challenge for those with more experience as well.
  • You will learn and improve upon your basic forms and create a solid foundation in 'Ori Tahiti & Hula basic steps
  • You will be challenged to increase your physical strength.
  • There will be short choreographed combinations to apply our teachings with more movement

Wednesday 5:30-6:30PM Tama (5-11yrs)
  • Youth enjoy story-telling, language learning, and cultural lessons of Tahiti and Hawai'i through song, dance, games, and cultural exchange activities!
  • Youth will be challenged to learn, memorize, and embrace choreography, utilizing all of their basics, strength, stamina, knowledge, and expression  
  • Class builds on itself for completing choreographed numbers and lessons; consistent attendance is expected for the most fulfilling experience

Wednesday 6:30-7:30PM Pa'ari (12+yrs)
  • This class introduces beginner choreography in both 'ori Tahiti & hula as well as cultural story-telling, language, history and context
  • Dancers will be challenged to learn, memorize, and embrace lengthy choreography, utilizing all of their basics, strength, stamina, knowledge, and expression  
  • Class builds on itself for completing choreographed numbers and lessons; consistent attendance is expected for the most fulfilling experience

Friday 6:00 - 7:00PM Itoito - 'Ori Tahiti Solo Choreo & Freestyle (All Ages)
  • This class is open to dancers who are interested in learning how to create improvisational AND choreographed 'Ori Tahiti solos!
  • Competition is not required

Our classes are very welcoming as a place of passionate work, much laughter, and shared stories. Come every Wednesday and give yourself time to learn the basic steps, our practice routine, and the language. E ha'amana ma'atou!

Questions? Email huraitimana@gmail.com
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