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Aloha! E Komo Mai!
***If you are interested in performing at the 2020 Arizona Aloha Festival, you will need to register and pay for tuition no later than August 2019. You will also need to schedule a private lesson to catch you up to the rest of the group.***
***We will not be accepting new students for group classes from September through March. New Student Enrollment will begin again in April 2020, with the New Student Orientation being at the end of March (date TBD). However, you may still schedule private lessons and/or sign up for our waitlist for group classes (tentatively Tuesday evenings) to prepare you for next year with the rest of the group in April.***
***Fall Break will be from 9/29-10/13 and we will not have any classes during that time. You may attend other classes during the weeks before the break to make up for classes you will miss. Regular classes will resume 10/14.***
***Winter Break will be from 12/22-1/3. Regular classes will resume 1/4.***
When you become a new haumāna (student) with Hālau Ho'okahi I Ka Hula, handouts are given to study with. It is a requirement that you fill out the New Student Information sheet and policy agreement and give it to the instructor on the day that you arrive. Whether you are just an observer or a participant, you must hand in the completed forms. Above are the four sheets in PDF format. Lyric sheets will be given, as well as 'Ōlelo (language) sheets. Please email the instructor through the Contact tab above to give adequate notice before your arrival.
GROUP TUITION
PAYMENT OPTIONS
Cash (exact change only, please), Venmo, Zelle or Apple Pay. Checks and Credit Card payments are not accepted.
PRIVATE LESSONS
$60/hr current group students. $80/hr new students. Private lessons are given in residential Gilbert. If you need a private lesson in the Chandler studio, please inquire first. Extra flat fee if a specific song needs to be choreographed for your event. Songs 2 minutes or longer will incur additional fees.
Recording video/audio and taking photos during classes is not allowed.
ADDRESS
1929 E Ray Rd. Ste 1
Chandler, AZ 85225
Crossroads are Ray x Cooper. We are on the southwest corner, in between the storage company and the dental office. We have the beautiful, tropical blue walls and wood floors...can’t miss us when walking by! :)
Be sure to have your completed forms in hand, whether you decide to participate or not!
CLASS INFORMATION
All classes will require a minimum of 7 students to begin and continue. Classes are 50 minutes long, to allow 10 minutes for cleanup and wala’au.
CLASS SCHEDULE (Rev 7/10/19)
Monday 5:00-5:50pm Beginning ‘Ōlelo Hawai’i (Hawaiian Language)
Monday 6:00-6:50pm Ho’opa’a - all levels welcome!
Monday 7:00-7:50pm Makua/‘Ōpio Hula "Pikake Class" (by invite only)
Monday 8:00-8:50pm Makua/‘Ōpio Tahitian "Parau Class" (by invite only)
These Tuesday time slots are intentionally left open for group dress rehearsals for performances, private lessons and for future class options.
Tuesday 6:00-6:50pm
Tuesday 7:00-7:50pm Private Lesson
Tuesday 8:00-8:50pm
Wednesday Professional Group (Private)
Thursday 5:20-5:50pm Private Lesson
Thursday 6:00-6:50pm Beginning 'Ukulele
Thursday 7:00-7:50pm Keiki Hula/Tahitian - all levels welcome!
Thursday 8:00-8:50pm Tane (Men) Tahitian ages 13+
Saturday 10:20:10:50am Private Lesson
Saturday 11:00-11:50am Makua/‘Ōpio HULA (same as 1pm Class - for overflow)
Saturday 12:00-12:50pm Keiki Hula/Tahitian - all levels welcome!
Saturday 1:00-1:50pm Makua/‘Ōpio HULA "Mokihana Class" - (*Please note that this class is full/closed - you may still sign up for the 11am class)
Saturday 2:00-2:50pm Makua/‘Ōpio TAHITIAN "Tiare Class" - all levels welcome!
Saturday 3:00-3:50pm Beginning 'Ukulele
Saturday 4:00-4:50pm Beginning ‘Ōlelo Hawai’i
**Our rule is that if you plan on performing at the Aloha Festival, you are only allowed to miss (be absent) up to one class per month. Consistent attendance is crucial to you being able to properly learn what is needed in order to perform. Roll-taking will begin in January and will be strictly enforced. If you miss too many classes between August and January, you will be required to schedule a private lesson to catch up to the group. You will need to know the songs well enough to be able to solo them in order to perform. No exceptions!**
If you miss the August deadline to sign up to perform at the 2020 Aloha Festival, you’ll still have the opportunity to learn how to dance. We will have new class options available on Mondays *or* Tuesdays at that time. There, you’ll learn the basics and how to dance our “style”. Although you won’t be able to perform at the 2020 Aloha Festival, we will prepare you to perform at the next one. You’ll still have the opportunity to perform at other events with us such as the 2020 Maricopa County Fair, 2020 Gilbert Global Village Festival and more.
Fridays are reserved for ‘Ohana and Sundays are reserved for Ke Akua. Mahalo!
Recording video/audio and taking photos during classes is not allowed. We say this twice because someone always misses it!
*Please bring a bottle of water, a pen/pencil and a binder/folder to store the handouts that will be given to you. If you have a pā’ū practice skirt for hula and a pareo for tahitian, please bring that as well. . There will be no viewing of classes that are not your own.
We have a private Facebook page for current-students-only, called "Nā Haumāna of Halau Ho'okahi I Ka Hula" where we connect and talk about all things Polynesian dance, music and language related. Please request to join so we can add you once you become a student with us! It is THE BEST form of communication between the instructor and the dancers, so please make sure you stay connected.
PRIVATE Ukulele Lessons:
You may contact Rudy Dolfo directly at 808-255-5767 to schedule.
Please go to www.azluau.com if you would like more information on booking a live hula show in Arizona.
***If you are interested in performing at the 2020 Arizona Aloha Festival, you will need to register and pay for tuition no later than August 2019. You will also need to schedule a private lesson to catch you up to the rest of the group.***
***We will not be accepting new students for group classes from September through March. New Student Enrollment will begin again in April 2020, with the New Student Orientation being at the end of March (date TBD). However, you may still schedule private lessons and/or sign up for our waitlist for group classes (tentatively Tuesday evenings) to prepare you for next year with the rest of the group in April.***
***Fall Break will be from 9/29-10/13 and we will not have any classes during that time. You may attend other classes during the weeks before the break to make up for classes you will miss. Regular classes will resume 10/14.***
***Winter Break will be from 12/22-1/3. Regular classes will resume 1/4.***
When you become a new haumāna (student) with Hālau Ho'okahi I Ka Hula, handouts are given to study with. It is a requirement that you fill out the New Student Information sheet and policy agreement and give it to the instructor on the day that you arrive. Whether you are just an observer or a participant, you must hand in the completed forms. Above are the four sheets in PDF format. Lyric sheets will be given, as well as 'Ōlelo (language) sheets. Please email the instructor through the Contact tab above to give adequate notice before your arrival.
GROUP TUITION
- ALL Classes are $50/month. $10 total discount for each additional class if a single person enrolls in an additional class in the same month. Each additional class enrolled in, will discount an additional $10. (ie: $50 first class + $40 second class + $40 third class). This discount applies only to an individual student.
- Please note: ‘Ukulele class is not a part of the Multiple Class Discount program. It will remain at $50/mo.
- A one-time $5 total discount is given each month for each family member add-on. (ie: $50 first student + $45 second student).
- A $15 late fee will be assessed if tuition isn’t paid on or before the first of the new month. (ie: $50 tuition + $15 late fee = $65 will be owed if paid on the 2nd of the month or later). An additional $15 fee will be charged for each new month until your account is paid in full. You will not be allowed to return to class the following month until previous tuition and fees are paid.
- If you are interested in doing a single trial class before deciding to join, there is a one-time fee of $10. The policy agreement must be signed prior to the class.
PAYMENT OPTIONS
Cash (exact change only, please), Venmo, Zelle or Apple Pay. Checks and Credit Card payments are not accepted.
PRIVATE LESSONS
$60/hr current group students. $80/hr new students. Private lessons are given in residential Gilbert. If you need a private lesson in the Chandler studio, please inquire first. Extra flat fee if a specific song needs to be choreographed for your event. Songs 2 minutes or longer will incur additional fees.
Recording video/audio and taking photos during classes is not allowed.
ADDRESS
1929 E Ray Rd. Ste 1
Chandler, AZ 85225
Crossroads are Ray x Cooper. We are on the southwest corner, in between the storage company and the dental office. We have the beautiful, tropical blue walls and wood floors...can’t miss us when walking by! :)
Be sure to have your completed forms in hand, whether you decide to participate or not!
CLASS INFORMATION
All classes will require a minimum of 7 students to begin and continue. Classes are 50 minutes long, to allow 10 minutes for cleanup and wala’au.
- KEIKI - child age 5-12 (some 4 yr olds *may* be accepted) - Keiki kāne (boys) and kaikamahine (girls) combined
- MAKUA (adult) and 'ŌPIO (youth) age 13+ - both men (kāne) and women (wahine) combined
- HO’OPA’A - Learn to chant and pa’i ipu heke with our instructor. You will be required to bring your own ‘ipu heke. You may temporarily use an ipu heke ‘ole until you can get an ‘ipu heke.
- ‘UKULELE - Taught by professional Hawaiian musician, Rudy Dolfo. You will be required to bring your own ‘ukulele (not a toy version, please) and a portable chair, if you wish. You will also need to bring a notebook and pen/pencil.
- HULA - Learn traditional basics and customs of Hula. Hula kahiko, hula ‘auana, chanting, costuming, little bits of language and more. Royal purple pā’ū skirt required for kaikamahine (girls) and wahine (women). Kāne (men) and keiki kāne (boys) are not required to have a pā’ū but may choose to wear one.
- ORI TAHITI - Learn the basics of Tahitian dance. This class is very strenuous and is an excellent workout. Royal blue pareo required for girls and women.
- ‘ŌLELO HAWAI’I - Learn the basics of the Hawaiian language. “Ma ka hana ka ‘ike”, In working, one learns. This class will require shame to be left at home, as you will be required to say Hawaiian words out loud. The goal is to understand and have simple conversations with each other in Hawaiian. Required items to bring: binder, lined paper, notecards (200, to start), pen, pencil & markers.
CLASS SCHEDULE (Rev 7/10/19)
Monday 5:00-5:50pm Beginning ‘Ōlelo Hawai’i (Hawaiian Language)
Monday 6:00-6:50pm Ho’opa’a - all levels welcome!
Monday 7:00-7:50pm Makua/‘Ōpio Hula "Pikake Class" (by invite only)
Monday 8:00-8:50pm Makua/‘Ōpio Tahitian "Parau Class" (by invite only)
These Tuesday time slots are intentionally left open for group dress rehearsals for performances, private lessons and for future class options.
Tuesday 6:00-6:50pm
Tuesday 7:00-7:50pm Private Lesson
Tuesday 8:00-8:50pm
Wednesday Professional Group (Private)
Thursday 5:20-5:50pm Private Lesson
Thursday 6:00-6:50pm Beginning 'Ukulele
Thursday 7:00-7:50pm Keiki Hula/Tahitian - all levels welcome!
Thursday 8:00-8:50pm Tane (Men) Tahitian ages 13+
Saturday 10:20:10:50am Private Lesson
Saturday 11:00-11:50am Makua/‘Ōpio HULA (same as 1pm Class - for overflow)
Saturday 12:00-12:50pm Keiki Hula/Tahitian - all levels welcome!
Saturday 1:00-1:50pm Makua/‘Ōpio HULA "Mokihana Class" - (*Please note that this class is full/closed - you may still sign up for the 11am class)
Saturday 2:00-2:50pm Makua/‘Ōpio TAHITIAN "Tiare Class" - all levels welcome!
Saturday 3:00-3:50pm Beginning 'Ukulele
Saturday 4:00-4:50pm Beginning ‘Ōlelo Hawai’i
**Our rule is that if you plan on performing at the Aloha Festival, you are only allowed to miss (be absent) up to one class per month. Consistent attendance is crucial to you being able to properly learn what is needed in order to perform. Roll-taking will begin in January and will be strictly enforced. If you miss too many classes between August and January, you will be required to schedule a private lesson to catch up to the group. You will need to know the songs well enough to be able to solo them in order to perform. No exceptions!**
If you miss the August deadline to sign up to perform at the 2020 Aloha Festival, you’ll still have the opportunity to learn how to dance. We will have new class options available on Mondays *or* Tuesdays at that time. There, you’ll learn the basics and how to dance our “style”. Although you won’t be able to perform at the 2020 Aloha Festival, we will prepare you to perform at the next one. You’ll still have the opportunity to perform at other events with us such as the 2020 Maricopa County Fair, 2020 Gilbert Global Village Festival and more.
Fridays are reserved for ‘Ohana and Sundays are reserved for Ke Akua. Mahalo!
Recording video/audio and taking photos during classes is not allowed. We say this twice because someone always misses it!
*Please bring a bottle of water, a pen/pencil and a binder/folder to store the handouts that will be given to you. If you have a pā’ū practice skirt for hula and a pareo for tahitian, please bring that as well. . There will be no viewing of classes that are not your own.
We have a private Facebook page for current-students-only, called "Nā Haumāna of Halau Ho'okahi I Ka Hula" where we connect and talk about all things Polynesian dance, music and language related. Please request to join so we can add you once you become a student with us! It is THE BEST form of communication between the instructor and the dancers, so please make sure you stay connected.
PRIVATE Ukulele Lessons:
You may contact Rudy Dolfo directly at 808-255-5767 to schedule.
Please go to www.azluau.com if you would like more information on booking a live hula show in Arizona.
