Classes available for ages 5+
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'ORI TAHITI & HULA DANCE CLASSES | in Seattle's Rainier BeachHuraiti Mana. In the Tahitian language, Huraiti means a beloved, spiritual closeness and bond to dance. Mana is a significant word, value, and practice across Polynesian languages in the Pacific. Mana refers to the spiritual power that we all have within us, and which we all give to one another. Together, we will work proudly, learn immensely, and laugh daily in our dance classes! All experience levels are welcome. Find out more details below or register now!
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Interested in 'Ori Tahiti and Hula?
We invite everyone of all backgrounds and levels of experience to join the Huraiti Mana fēti'i, our 'ohana. Our dance classes are very welcoming as a place of passionate work, much laughter, and shared stories.
Dance Experience:
We've welcomed those with decades of dance and those without any prior experience, and they have truly enjoyed building this community and succeeding in their individual goals, together. Our classes have routine practices fit for challenging dancers at all skills levels. For those who have experience with 'ori and hula, you will find a way to improve techniques, heighten creativity, strengthen your body, and increase engagements with cultural and ancestral mana'o (knowledge).
Technique & dance forms:
All of our classes offer 'ori Tahiti and hula in the 'ura 'Ōtāne (masculine principle) and 'ura 'Ōvāhine (feminine principle) traditional forms, each with its tu'ura'a (basic steps), positioning, and isolations. All gender identities are a part of our 'ohana.
Environment:
Please let us know of any access or accommodation needs for you and/or the youth you are representing (child) that we should be aware of. You may email us at [email protected] or enter this information into your registration form. We have live drumming and chanting as well as recorded music amplified by two speakers at the front of the room. Always are happy to do a sound level check at the beginning of class. We have snacks provided once a month for the tamari'i (youth) classes.
Enrollment:
We have open enrollment year-round; however, joining at the start of a semester session gives you the best set-up for success! Especially for those particularly new to dance, please consider enrolling at the starting month of each semester (but note our no-class dates due to holidays, group travel, farther below etc.):
Dance Experience:
We've welcomed those with decades of dance and those without any prior experience, and they have truly enjoyed building this community and succeeding in their individual goals, together. Our classes have routine practices fit for challenging dancers at all skills levels. For those who have experience with 'ori and hula, you will find a way to improve techniques, heighten creativity, strengthen your body, and increase engagements with cultural and ancestral mana'o (knowledge).
Technique & dance forms:
All of our classes offer 'ori Tahiti and hula in the 'ura 'Ōtāne (masculine principle) and 'ura 'Ōvāhine (feminine principle) traditional forms, each with its tu'ura'a (basic steps), positioning, and isolations. All gender identities are a part of our 'ohana.
Environment:
Please let us know of any access or accommodation needs for you and/or the youth you are representing (child) that we should be aware of. You may email us at [email protected] or enter this information into your registration form. We have live drumming and chanting as well as recorded music amplified by two speakers at the front of the room. Always are happy to do a sound level check at the beginning of class. We have snacks provided once a month for the tamari'i (youth) classes.
Enrollment:
We have open enrollment year-round; however, joining at the start of a semester session gives you the best set-up for success! Especially for those particularly new to dance, please consider enrolling at the starting month of each semester (but note our no-class dates due to holidays, group travel, farther below etc.):
- Semester 1: January - June
- Semester 2: July - December
- special enrollment mid-semester: November 2024 after our Showcase Presentation
NEXT OPEN ENROLLMENT
for beginners
Nov 2024
We accept new students year-round, however, we do suggest that beginners consider joining during open enrollment! If you have questions, please feel free to reach out to us at [email protected].
We accept new students year-round, however, we do suggest that beginners consider joining during open enrollment! If you have questions, please feel free to reach out to us at [email protected].
LOCATION & SCHEDULE**
Location: Rainier Beach Community Club 6038 S Pilgrim St, Seattle, WA 98118
Weekly Classes
Every Monday:
**Schedule Changes: cancelled classes will be listed here
NO CLASS:
Weekly Classes
Every Monday:
- 5:00-6:00PM Tama (Children 5-11 years old)
- In-person only
- All experience levels
- 6:00-8:00PM Pa'ari (Adult/Young Adult 12+)
- In-person & live-streamed combined on Band App
- All experience levels
- 6-7PM 'Ori Tahiti Tu'ura'a (basics Intermediate/advanced all ages)
- 7-8PM Tata'ura - solo freestyle competition training all ages
- Aug 3, 10, 17, 31
- Sept 14
- 2-5PM
- 'Ori Tahiti Solo Freestyle & Choreography Competition Training
**Schedule Changes: cancelled classes will be listed here
NO CLASS:
- Monday, September 23, 2024
- Monday, September 30, 2024
CLASS TYPE & DESCRIPTIONS
Mondays 5:00 - 6:00PM Tama (5-11yrs)
Mondays 6:00 - 8:00PM Pa'ari (adults & young adults 12+)
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!
- 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
Mondays 6:00 - 8:00PM Pa'ari (adults & young adults 12+)
- 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
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!
SIGN-UP & PAYMENT
Please fill out a required online registration form, even for drop-ins. Mahalo!
Monthly tuition:
Payment types:
Monthly tuition:
- Children $45
- Save $10 per sibling for youth under 12yrs
- Adults $55 - $80
- First class for new huraiti, free!
- No pro-rated options
- Scholarships are available! Cost should never be a barrier to participation
Payment types:
- Venmo & PayPal accepted
"Culture is about encouragement and empowerment and that is what we hope to share with you at Huraiti Mana."
