KANANI LOKELANI
'Aparima Choreography Course
4 Classes - 1hr each
May 4- 7, 2026
Learn an entire 'Aparima Choreography, receive lyrics/translations, and recorded classes to retake at your own Convenience.
DATE AND TIME:
All classes are performed Live in California (Pacific Standard Time)
CLASS 1: Monday May 4 at 5pm
CLASS 2: Tuesday may 5 at 4:30pm
CLASS 3: Wednesday May 6 at 5pm
CLASS 4: Wednesday May 7 at 4:30pm
USE OF CHOREOGRAPHY:
Registered dancers are welcome to perform or reteach to their pupu 'ori
the choreography taught in this 4 day workshop with credit to Kanani Asuega. Please note than any plagiarism is prohibited. If you intend to use this choreography in a group performance with formations, entrances and exits, we ask that you keep the original choreography with limited adjustments to protect the original artistic vision.
Benefits:
In our community, we often have 1 day- 2hr workshops with highly respected artists. It is common to come home feeling overwhelmed with the information provided considering how short the class is. We take these classes because they can be a one in a lifetime chance to learn from our favorite dancer, and we encourage you to continue to do so. Although, I also crave the chance to learn a bit longer on a set of Choreography.
In my 8 week - 16 class courses, we focus mostly on technique over choreography. This is because I value the work leading up to choreography and find that most dancers need more time discovering their bodies. It is rare I take this chance to focus solely on choreography but I think it is time.
Our goal is for you to feel comfortable in performing an entire dance with understanding of words, steps, and how to elevate the execution. Join us now and experience the impact of 'Aparima.
Important Things To Know
Once you sign up, you will be emailed an invoice + an additional email detailing your class and Zoom information. This email is important in order to get into class as well as receive your Google Doc which will hold your class recordings. In your follow up email, there will be a Google Form linked. Make sure to fill out this form or you may miss out on class updates. If for any reason, you do not receive this email, please check your spam folders. If you still do not see it, please reach out to kananilokelani@gmail.com requesting your document. Double check you have entered the correct email when signing up to avoid any mishaps.
Please keep in mind, you will not be sent an email for every class recording. After every live class, the recording will be uploaded to your Google Doc within 24hr. You may check back to your document to find your recording.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who can join
this class?
The short answer is, everyone!! Polynesian dance is a space open to both those native to and lover's of Polynesia. It is important to understand that 'Ori Tahiti is a cultural dance and not just a fitness class. We touch on the basic cultural concepts of Tahitian dance, music, and language.
What do I wear to class?
You will want to wear a lightweight athletic top paired with a rayon or cotton Pareu (sarong tied around the hips). Once signed up, I will provide links to online stores where you can purchase a pareu but you can always go to your nearest fabric store as well.
What can I expect with a Zoom Class?
Being that the classes are live, the video will be in a lower quality. We may also encounter wi-fi and connections issues but I make a point to always make- up for whatever may happen. Please make sure the connection on your end is also strong in order to receive the best live class. For the students live with their camera on, please note you will be seen in the class recordings. If you do not want to be recorded, you may turn your camera off.
Do I have to be live on Zoom in order to purchase the course?
No! The best part of online classes is that you can take class at your own convenience. You may catch up with live classes via the recording, This works perfect for those with conflicting schedules or time zones. Class recordings are posted with 24hr of the live class.
Do I need to have my camera on if I join class live on Zoom?
No, you do not. If you join us live, your camera is not required to be on BUT it is such a huge help to me, as your teacher, if you do. I am able to give advice to the students live and help make corrections. If you only take class via the recordings or with your camera off and desire feedback, you can always reach out to me via email or Facebook Messenger and I can help you out!
What do I wear for class?
You will want to wear a lightweight athletic top paired with a rayon or cotton Pareu (sarong tied around the hips). Once signed up, I will provide links to online stores where you can purchase a pareu but you can always go to your nearest fabric store for the material.