ʻIKE HAWAIʻI
Bridge the past and future by connecting with ancestral wisdom and traditions. In these two-hour workshops, you can explore Hawaiian culture and history to deepen your understanding, connect with the past, and embrace the rich practices and traditions passed down through generations that may be applied in the contemporary world.
Hawaiian Language
Instructor: Kumu Lokalia Mayo
A Cultural Learning Process
Instructors: Loea Paula De Morales and Kumu Kuʻualohanui Kauliʻa
Hawaiian Music
Instructors: Loea Melvin Amina
Hawaiian String Figures
Instructor: Kumu Hula Kaponoʻai Molitau
Hula Kiʻi
Hula Kiʻi, a critically endangered Hawaiian tradition, involves ritual dance performed with carved puppet figures.
Instructor: Kumu Hula Kaponoʻai Molitau
Workshops
We are honored to offer five breakout sessions, with a number of workshops to choose from in these categories:
Also, please see our Schedule.
Whether you're interested in attending one or all five sessions, don't miss the opportunity to gain knowledge from esteemed kumu and loea traveling from the islands, making themselves more accessible to those on the continent for KAHĀ 2024.
For more details on each workshop, simply click on the workshop titles below.
In addition, don't miss out on a unique opportunity to hear from our honored guest and keynote speaker, Loea Kumu Hula Dr. J. Kimo Alama Keaulana.
Keep in mind, spaces are limited, so prompt registration is recommended to secure your spot. We will strive to accommodate all requests and will establish a waiting list should any session reach full capacity.