Wahine Beginning Class: Te Hau Nui School of Hula and Tahitian Dance

Beginning & Continuing Hula & Tahitian Dance for Women

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Step into the welcoming warmth and sisterhood of Te Hau Nui School of Hula and Tahitian Dance! The Wahine Beginning Class is designed for adult women of all backgrounds, ages, and fitness levels—whether you have never danced before or are returning to Polynesian dance after years away.

Under the supportive, culturally rooted instruction of Charmaine Moniz, you will experience dance as a celebration of life, community connection, and wellness.

Why You’ll Love This Class:

  • Gentle, Welcoming Instruction: Learn the fundamental steps of Hawaiian hula (kāholo, ‘uwehe, hela, ‘ami) at a comfortable, encouraging pace.
  • Storytelling Through Movement: Discover how hand motions and facial expressions tell timeless stories of ocean breezes, rainforest flowers, love, and community.
  • Tahitian Rhythms: Experience introductory Tahitian hip articulation (tāiri tamau, fa'arapu) that energizes the body and builds healthy core and lower-body strength.
  • Holistic Wellness: Low-impact cardiovascular exercise, improved balance, joint mobility, and mindful stress relief in a supportive community space.
  • No Partner or Prior Dance Experience Needed: Come as you are, connect with fellow dancers, and enjoy the transformative spirit of aloha.

Class Details:

  • When: Tuesdays, 7:00 PM – 8:00 PM
  • Location: The 418 Project Lobby Dance Floor (155 River St S, Santa Cruz, CA)
  • Who: All adult women welcome (teens 16+ also welcome).
  • What to Wear: Comfortable clothing you can move freely in (leggings or workout pants). A pāreu (sarong) tied around the hips is recommended to help visualize hip movements. Barefoot or dance socks.

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Charmaine Moniz Kumu & Lead Instructor

Tue, Oct 13 · 7:00 – 8:00 PM

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Director of Te Hau Nui School of Hula and Tahitian Dance, carrying forward the Santa Cruz Polynesian dance lineage established in 1997.

Te Hau Nui School of Hula and Tahitian Dance Featured Polynesian Dance School

Tue, Oct 13 · 7:00 – 8:00 PM

Tue, Oct 20 · 7:00 – 8:00 PM

Tue, Oct 27 · 7:00 – 8:00 PM

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Tue, Feb 23 · 7:00 – 8:00 PM

Santa Cruz community cultural dance school dedicated to authentic Hawaiian Hula and Tahitian 'Ori Tahiti.

Schedule

Tuesday, Oct 13, 2026

  • 7:00 – 8:00 PM Charmaine Moniz
  • 7:00 – 8:00 PM Te Hau Nui School of Hula and Tahitian Dance

Tuesday, Oct 20, 2026

  • 7:00 – 8:00 PM Charmaine Moniz
  • 7:00 – 8:00 PM Te Hau Nui School of Hula and Tahitian Dance

Tuesday, Oct 27, 2026

  • 7:00 – 8:00 PM Charmaine Moniz
  • 7:00 – 8:00 PM Te Hau Nui School of Hula and Tahitian Dance

Tuesday, Nov 3, 2026

  • 7:00 – 8:00 PM Charmaine Moniz
  • 7:00 – 8:00 PM Te Hau Nui School of Hula and Tahitian Dance

Tuesday, Nov 10, 2026

  • 7:00 – 8:00 PM Charmaine Moniz
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Tuesday, Nov 17, 2026

  • 7:00 – 8:00 PM Charmaine Moniz
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Tuesday, Nov 24, 2026

  • 7:00 – 8:00 PM Charmaine Moniz
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Tuesday, Dec 1, 2026

  • 7:00 – 8:00 PM Charmaine Moniz
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Tuesday, Dec 8, 2026

  • 7:00 – 8:00 PM Charmaine Moniz
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  • 7:00 – 8:00 PM Charmaine Moniz
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Tuesday, Dec 22, 2026

  • 7:00 – 8:00 PM Charmaine Moniz
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Tuesday, Dec 29, 2026

  • 7:00 – 8:00 PM Charmaine Moniz
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Tuesday, Jan 5, 2027

  • 7:00 – 8:00 PM Charmaine Moniz
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Tuesday, Jan 12, 2027

  • 7:00 – 8:00 PM Charmaine Moniz
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Tuesday, Jan 19, 2027

  • 7:00 – 8:00 PM Charmaine Moniz
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Tuesday, Jan 26, 2027

  • 7:00 – 8:00 PM Charmaine Moniz
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Tuesday, Feb 2, 2027

  • 7:00 – 8:00 PM Charmaine Moniz
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Tuesday, Feb 9, 2027

  • 7:00 – 8:00 PM Charmaine Moniz
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Tuesday, Feb 16, 2027

  • 7:00 – 8:00 PM Charmaine Moniz
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Tuesday, Feb 23, 2027

  • 7:00 – 8:00 PM Charmaine Moniz
  • 7:00 – 8:00 PM Te Hau Nui School of Hula and Tahitian Dance

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Wahine Beginning Class: Te Hau Nui School of Hula and Tahitian Dance
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Wahine Beginning Class: Te Hau Nui School of Hula and Tahitian Dance
Wahine Beginning Class: Te Hau Nui School of Hula and Tahitian Dance
Wahine Beginning Class: Te Hau Nui School of Hula and Tahitian Dance

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