Lessons & Workshops

Lessons operate from January-June (May for those not performing).

Lesson Sessions:

Winter: 1/7/26 - 1/28/26

Spring: 3/4/26 - 3/25/36

hula lessons

(ages 14 and up)

BEGINNER THRU INTERMEDIATE LEVELS

***WINTER DEALS***

**NEW DANCERS - FIRST LESSON of a session is FREE!!!

***CURRENT DANCERS - $10 OFF 4 LESSON SESSION FOR A REFERRAL OF A NEW DANCER.

Hula (dance) is telling a story through the movements and gestures which typically depict the words in a mele (song) or oli (chant). Whether the words be of honoring a god/goddess or Hawaiian royalty or describing a beautiful place or object or even love/admiration for someone. Dance lessons focus on learning, practicing and building upon basic hula steps and gestures. Time is spent on warm-ups, hula step drills, learning and practicing new (and previous) dances, learning about and using hula implements (depending on hula being taught), Hawaiian/Polynesian cultures, 'olelo (language), oli (chant), mele (song), food and costuming and crafting.

Days: Wednesdays, 1/7 - 1/28/26

Time: 7:30-8:30p

Location: T-Fit - 61 West Main Street Trumansburg, NY www.tfit-fitness.com

Cost: $80 per person per 4 class session or

Drop-in $25 per class

CASH (exact amount at class), Venmo and PayPal accepted -

More payment details on Shop page.

MUST REGISTER for ALL dance lessons and workshops.

For those registering for a lesson session (4 classes) or a workshop - 50% of cost is due upon registration (though may pay total) and remaining balance is due at the first lesson or workshop. Drop-in class fee is due at the beginning of class.

No refund for missed lessons. Make up lessons may be offered (if/when the studio is available - could be on a different day and time) due to instructor emergency, illness or inclement weather.

There is a minimum number of participants required to hold lessons and workshops.

Based on the size of the studio and dance movements, classes also have a max size. Register early to reserve a spot.

To register, READ PARTICIPANT PROTOCOL below then complete a Registration Form (on this page). Any questions, please contact, hulahut2005@yahoo.com.

Hula Workshops

Hula Workshop - ages 14 thru adult

Day: Wed, 2/11/26

Time: 7:30 - 9p

(1.5 hour class)

Location: To be determined

(may be outdoors in warm weather)

Cost: $30 per person

$25 for every additional teen and/or adult in the same family.

Hula Like Lilo & Stitch Workshop - ages 7-13

Day: TBD
Time: TBD
Location: To be determined
(may be outdoors in warm weather)
Cost: $25 per keiki/child (ages 7-13)
$20 for every additional keiki/child in the same family.

**READ BEFORE REGISTERING FOR A LESSON OR WORKSHOP**

Lesson and Workshop Participant Protocol

(read before registering)

* Always practice aloha (care and kindness) to others and yourself.

* Have Fun!

* Be on time - We strive to start and end lessons and workshops on time. Unless have informed the instructor prior to class, please do not enter class more than 15 minutes after the start of a lesson or workshop. If need to leave class early, just let the instructor know. Don't need to give a reason. Thank you!

What to bring to class? Aloha and a smile and...

* A water bottle.

* Wear comfortable, breathable clothing that is easy to move in. Workout attire works well.

* Wearing a pa'u (hula skirt) or pareo (wrap, sarong) is optional.

* Silence cell phones.

* No shoes in the dance studio. Please leave near the front entrance.

* Unless requiring more foot support, please dance bare footed. Yoga style socks with grips on the bottom are an option to wear to keep feet warm. Wearing basic socks or tights are not recommended as they increase the risk of slipping and/or falling.

Dance Team Performers

(continue reading if applicable)

If have interest and instructor permission to perform, performers are expected to attend most lessons and workshops. Must be available and committed to dance at Ithaca Festival parade and performance (if applicable) and at least one other local event such as, Ithaca PorchFest and/or Trumansburg PorchFest. There are additional costs to perform. Some of these may include, a pa'u (hula skirt), dance implements (uli uli, pu'ili, ipu, poi balls, 'ili'ili, etc.), costumes and accessories, pop up dressing room and travel.

Any questions, please send a email through the Contact page or email at hulahut2005@yahoo.com.

Mahalo!Thank you!

Parent/Legal Guardian: (required for those under 18 yrs)

Electronic Signature (18 and up or parent/legal guardian) *

Videos above shared by Robbie Dean of Grand Opening of Downtown Ithaca Commons 8/2015.

Dance Lesson & Workshop

Registration Form:

Dancer's Name (one per form) *

Authorization & Liability Waiver *

I have read and understand all information under the dance lesson(s) or workshop(s) participant protocol that I am registering for. Understand that there is risk of possible injury or illness (i.e. COVID, etc.) by choosing to participate in in-person lessons, online lessons or by participating in performances or events. Payment is due before or at the time of the lesson or workshop. No refunds will be given due to missed lesson(s), workshop(s) or performance(s). If I have any questions or concerns or don't understand the above, I will reach out to the owner/instructor at hulahut2005@yahoo.com.

I hold Hula Hut, the instructors/alaka'i/teachers, dance studio/space/location, free from any and all liability and/or damages.

Established 2005

Phone number: (required for those under 18 yrs)

Mailing Address: (optional)

Registering for (select one per form): *

Hula Lesson Session 4 classes (14-adult)

Keiki (child) Hula Workshop (ages 7 to 13)

Hula Workshop (ages 14 - adult)

Drop-In Hula Lesson

New Dancer (first lesson of a session is free - 1/7 class is FULL)

Date of Signature: *

Did another dancer refer you? (name of dancer)

Email: *

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Events

Hire a professional dancer or small group for an exciting and graceful dance performance to add entertainment to any special event. We serve central New York state but willing to travel up to 2 hours (impacts price).

Paid events are danced by our professional dance team dancer(s).

We dance at a variety of types of events...

Luau style parties & events
Birthdays
Weddings
Professional/Corporate events
Holiday events
Non-profit events
Community Events

And More...

Cost of event performance varies and it is dependent on type of event, event location, performance length, availability, time of year, preparation requirements, number of dancers, etc. Please contact us to get more information. See contact page. Mahalo!

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​hula lessons

(ages 14 and up)

Days: Wednesdays, 1/7 - 1/28/26

Location: T-Fit - 61 West Main Street Trumansburg, NY www.tfit-fitness.com

Hula Workshops​​

Hula Workshop - ages 14 thru adult

Day: Wed, 2/11/26

Time: 7:30 - 9p

(1.5 hour class)

Location: To be determined

Cost: $30 per person

Hula Like Lilo & Stitch Workshop - ages 7-13

Day: TBDTime: TBDLocation: To be determined (may be outdoors in warm weather)Cost: $25 per keiki/child (ages 7-13) $20 for every additional keiki/child in the same family.

Mahalo!Thank you! ​​

Videos above shared by Robbie Dean of Grand Opening of Downtown Ithaca Commons 8/2015.

​​Dance Lesson & Workshop

Established 2005

Events

Luau style parties & events

Birthdays

Weddings

Professional/Corporate events

Holiday events

Non-profit events