E Komo Mai!
Come in!
http://hawaiianlanguage.com/hulafor.html

Hawaiians, Hapa Hawaiians, Hawaiians-at-Heart:
Nâ Keiki Hânau o ka `Âina (Hawai`i-born);
Nâ Kama`âina (old-timers) & Nâ Malihini (newcomers);
Visitors to our beautiful islands:
Whatever your level of skill or interest in hula,
if you are eager to learn more about the hula,
you have come to the right place at the right time.
A Warm Welcome to You!

The hula tradition is one that clearly demonstrates the nature of The Aloha Spirit. No other tradition so completely embodies the essence of Hawaiian commitment, dedication, and friendship. Ka po`e hula (people involved in hula) cherish each other and hold each other accountable, and The Hula Pages are a way to keep in touch, a way to remember and honor Hawaiian roots, Hawaiian heritage, Hawaiian ancestors, and each other.

Kick back and relax. This is a site on the hula, not nuclear physics. Unwind, put aside all cares, lose yourself in the world of hula.

Amble through the Table of Contents. Plunge into one of the hula word lists. Marvel at the historical insights, explore links laden with cultural treasure, immerse yourself in hula's rhythms and beauty.

Learn a bit. Learn a lot. Learn at your own pace.
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O ke kahua mamua, mahope ke kûkulu.
The site first, and then the building.
Learn all you can , then practice.
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Hula-related words with pronunciation assists have been categorized into grouped lists, making them a breeze to learn.

The Hula Pages were created for a wide audience, from the most learned to the absolute novice. Any one eager to learn is welcome:

• Nâ Kumu Hula - Hula Teachers/Masters
  [NAH' koo' moo hoo' lah]
  These hula word lists may serve as a review and a teaching aid. Feel free to print them out and disseminate them to your students. No permission is needed to do so.
• Nâ Haumâna - Hula Students
  [NAH' hau' MAH' nah]
  As the hula words become a part of your vocabulary and thinking, your hula skills are enhanced. Freely share this information with your hula sisters and brothers. You are only as strong as your weakest link.
• Nâ Mâkua a me Ka `Ohana - Parents and Family
  [pronounced NAH' MAH' koo (w)ah ah meh kah oh hah' nah]
  Familiarity with these hula words enhances communication with your hula-learning keiki (children), and you join the growing ranks of those who are hula-knowledgeable.
• Hula Appreciators
  By expanding your hula knowledge, you become a more astute and discerning hula aficionado. As you learn hula nuances, your superficial liking evolves into a deeper, more meaningful appreciation.
• Others
  Perhaps you will discover unanticipated uses as you peruse these pages. Take a leisurely stroll for an overview. Appetite whetted, you may wish to extend your learning beyond this site: take a hula class, go to hula performances and competitions, research the subject deeper.

You are urged to click on the >>, which will link you to the best hula-related information sites. Do so comfortably, as no one's out to make a buck out of this site. Links to external sites, some of which may be commercial, are intended for informational purposes only. 

By solidifying your cultural connection with hula knowledge, you support the primary goal of making the Hawaiian language live, so the Hawaiian culture may live and thrive for all future generations. There is strength in collective thought.

E Hula Mau!
Let The Hula Live On!

Aloha a hui hou.
Aloha until we meet again.

Ka A`o Loko - Inspiration