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"Hula is the language of the heart and therefore the heartbeat of the Hawaiian people." -David (Kawika) La' amea Kalakaua King of Hawai'i, 1874 to 1891 Hula is a way of expressing thought through mele (poetic words), arm and hand gestures and rhythmic movement. Hula is a reflection of life. Hula is a way of retelling history. The hula tradition teaches how to respect family, appreciate natural phenomena, memorize lengthy chants, love the land, understand hierarchy, recognize life and death cycles, and acknowledge and honor the presence of life. Hula has gone through many different stages. The portrayal of the dance was often misunderstood. It went through an era where it was forbidden and only danced in secret. Today, hula is more readily accepted in society and a resurgence of its cultural significance is being taught to new generations. Hula transports us from this world into one of harmony and balance. Various Sources |
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Add live entertainment to your next tropical party!Take Hula dance lessons!Aloha Wind is a Polynesian dance group based in the greater central Iowa. Aloha Wind has a strong presence in Des Moines, Ames, and surrounding communities. We perform a variety of dances from Hawaii, Tahiti, Samoa, and New Zealand. Aloha Wind’s goals are to educate, as well as to entertain, our audiences about the beauty, power, and diversity of the dances of the South Pacific. Aloha Wind is available for parties, luaus, receptions, banquets, and anniversaries, and provides tasteful entertainment for all ages. To book Aloha Wind for a performance, contact us: For lessons, see Hula Classes For Hula grams, see Hula Grams
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