Hui O Hula to practice joyful ‘Haole Hula’

HuiOHula,theLWHawaiiandanceclub,offers free lessons on Tuesdays and Thursdays starting at 1 p.m. The class is currently learning the “Haole Hula.” This song about the beauty of Hawai’i from the point of view of composer Andy Cummings.

Dancers use their hands and expressions— even with a mask on—to convey the “lovely blue of sky, many shades of green, brightest hues of the rainbow.” Their movements say, “I love to dance and sing of the charms of Hawai’i, and from a joyful heart, (I) sing aloha to you.”

Anyone who is interested in dancing “Haole Hula” is welcome to join.

Traditional hula should be danced barefoot, but the ground or floor can be cold during the winter, so dancers are advised to wear soft shoes or booties.

Everyone is required to wear masks and maintain social distancing, and classes are held outdoors most of the time.

Call (562) 431-2242 for locations and additional information.