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Halau Ho'omau I ka Wai Ola O Hawai'i
Alaka'i
Dance is a window to one's soul, and the study of hula, by its very meaning, allows one to lift the hearts of all those that learn and share it with others to enjoy."
















 
Joy - “Hauoli" - is in charge of assisting Kumu Manu Ikaika with the Papa Lehua and Papa Liko Lehua (women's upper-level and mid-level classes) and coordinating
programs for Halau performances. She began the study of hula in 1971 under the tutelage of Kumu Hula Lovey Apana and later was a professional performer at
Paradise Pacifica on her home island of Kauai.
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February 2007
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Uluwehi
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Napualokelani
Napualokelani was recently promoted to Alaka'i based on her knowledge, skills, and abilities. She continues to teach the basic of hula movements and emphasizes on Hawaiian language. She also assists other classes as well. Napua was born on the Wai’anae Coast of Oahu and danced informally while growing up. In 1995, she graduated from Honolulu's Kamehameha Schools, where she studied Hawaiian language. After moving to our area, Napua joined the Halau in 2005.

"Napua says she dances hula to perpetuate Hawaian culture, and hopes that others will learn that Hawaii is much more than pretty beaches and beautiful sunsets."
Juanita -“Kealoha” - assists with all classes, particularly helping students take good notes. Kealoha was born in Puunene, Maui and raised in Honolulu, where she began the study of hula at the age of 9. She continued hula during her teen years in Guam. Upon moving to Northern Virginia, Kealoha joined the Halau in 1996.

“Hula enables me to share the aloha spirit with others on the Mainland and keeps me connected to Hawaiian culture past and present."
Sabra -“Makalena” - teaches keiki (children's class) and other levels as well. She began her study of hula at the age of 4 in Honolulu. Makalena joined the Halau in 1998 after moving to the Washington DC area.

“Hula has embraced my heart and soul. I am committed to spreading Hawaiiana and the spirit of aloha."
Yvonne - “Kanani" - teaches keiki (children's class) and other levels as well. She was born in Honolulu, where at the age of three she began her hula instruction. Soon after moving to the DC area, she resumed her hula studies. In 2001, Kanani represented Hawaii as a Cherry Blossom Princess during Washington DC's annual festival.

“I enjoy learning about Hawai'i's rich and colorful history and sharing my knowledge of its traditions with others here on the East Coast."
Kathy - “Uluwehi” - teaches Papa Anoano (women's beginner class) and other levels as well including a weekly basic footdrill session for all levels. Born in Honolulu, Uluwehi began dancing at the age of 5 while living in Wake Island. She has lived in Northern Virginia since high school.

“Halau has given me structured training and a true sense of not only the meaning of hula but also of Hawaiian culture and language. I am honored to be entrusted with imparting this knowledge to students."