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For an authentic, professional experience....
 
We would love to dance for you. We perform in both public and private events. We will make your event a memorable one. Let us bring the islands to you!
  
  • Luau
  • Birthdays
  • Weddings/Receptions
  • Showers
  • City events
  • Community events
  •  Graduations
  • Anniversary Parties
  • Corporate Functions
  • Fundraisers
  • Backyard parties
  • Family reunions
  • Nursing/retirement homes
  • Private parties
  • Bar mitzvah/Bat mitzvah
  • Or any other special occasion!
 2009

 

 
 
2010 
 
In July and August 2010, we perform at the Great Wolf Lodge Hawaiian lu'au nights on Fridays  from 7 to 9 pm. Reservations required at the Racoon Lagoon. Come join us!
 
    
Makanamaikalanimai, Noelani, and Kamehanaokala
 
 
Makanamaikalanimai, Kona, and Kali
 
 
We do things Hawaiian-style. Hula is our life and what we do as an 'ohana (family). 
 
I am great with all age groups. I am especially kind and patient with children. :] I am a mom to 5 children, I am a school volunteer, and I have also been a Girl Scout leader and volunteer for the past 11 years.
 
I am American Red Cross First Aid and CPR certified and I have had background checks with the Girl Scout Council of Colonial Coast, York County Parks and Recreation, and the City of Newport News Parks, Recreation, and Tourism. My husband is a senior design engineer and has active security clearance. Safety and security are number one with us. We have great references.
 

 

Look for our red van!
We are the one and only "Traveling Hula Show."
 
 
Package options:
These show packages are provided as a guide. We can also customize a package to fit your needs. Fees include payment for the dancers, lei greeting (if applicable), and travel expenses.
 
All performances are family-friendly. We wear modest, authentic costumes.
 
Prices subject to change.
 
 
Hibiscus Special
Peninsula locations $85
Southside locations $120
2 to 3 female dancers
30 minute show
Includes Hawaiian hula and ori Tahiti (Tahitian dancing)
Available for pictures after dancing
Recorded music on CD for performance provided
  
Plumeria Special
Peninsula locations $150
Southside locations $175
Richmond area locations $200
2 to 3 female dancers
40 minute show plus 20 minutes of audience lesson
Includes Hawaiian hula and ori Tahiti (Tahitian dancing)
Available for pictures after dancing
Recorded music on CD for performance provided
Some audience participation
 
Lilo and Stitch Special (geared for keiki (child/ren))
Peninsula locations $200
Southside locations $225
Richmond area locations $250
1 to 2 female adult dancers
1 to 2 keiki (child or teen) dancers
30 minute dance show - includes dancing to He Mele No Lilo (the Lilo and Stitch theme song) and then 30 minutes audience participation which includes Hokie Pokie Hawaiian style, hula and Tahitian dance lesson, and optional cultural demonstration with authentic Polynesian items
Guests may wear authentic costume for picture taking opportunity
CD of songs for you to keep
Recorded music for performance provided
This is a hands-on hula package where guests leave having learned one hula dance, learn about the Hawaiian culture, and use hula implements.
 
Ku'uipo (Sweetheart) Special 
Peninsula locations $200
Southside locations $225
Richmond area locations $250
(Ku'uipo means "sweetheart" in Hawaiian)
This is our special engagement, wedding, or reception performance package.
1 to 2 adult adult dancers
1 to 2 keiki (child or teen) dancers
30 minute performance - includes dances to romantic songs perfect for weddings, such as "Love and Honesty," "Sweet Anela" (which means sweet angel), and "Somewhere Over the Rainbow/What A Wonderful World"
We will be there at the confirmed time, but we do charge $50 per hour for any delay.
 
 
The Luau Special
Peninsula locations $200
Southside locations $250
Richmond area locations $275
2 to 3 female dancers
45 minute show with costume changes plus 15 minutes hula/Tahitian dance lesson
Includes Hawaiian hula and ori Tahiti (Tahitian dancing) with more colorful costumes
Recorded music for performance provided
Available for pictures after dancing
Audience participation
 
Party options (for an added fee)
* Lei Greeting: 30 to 60 minutes of lei greeting by our hula dancers in traditional costumes prior to your event. Add $50 per 30 minutes or $75 per hour/ client supplies the leis.
 
* Lu'au music on CD for 30 minutes: add $25
 
* Games Package : 30 to 60 minutes of party games, such as tropical limbo, hot coconut, musical towels, hula hoops, etc. Add $35 for 30 minutes or add $50 for 60 minutes.
 
* Hawaiian Arts and Crafts Package: 30 to 60 minutes of Hawaiian arts and crafts. Prices vary and depend on the amount of guests.
 
* Party Dance Package : 30 minutes of favorite party dances led by our hula dancers, such as the electric slide, cha cha slide, macarena, chicken dance, etc. Add $25.
 
 
We also offer Praise Dance (hula dancing to Christian music) and children's parties. I also offer a complimentary Christian prayer in the Hawaiian language for all events by request only.
  

If you wish to book a show, please note the following:

Dance Area
Dance area must level and be safe with no glass or sharp objects. There must be enough space to accommodate the number of dancers at the performance. Please have dance area designated and noted to me prior to our arrival or prior to our performance. Please make sure there is an electrical outlet or long extension cord available near dance area for the music unless you are providing stereo equipment. If dance area is near pool or other area with water, please make sure that there is a dry spot to perform.
 
Please note: Any damage caused to dancers' costumes and/ or implements will be charged to the client.
 
Changing Room
Changing room should be as close to peformance area as possible. It may be a restroom or washroom, but if it is available to the public then we must have a reserved stall.
 
Music/Audio equipment
Dancers perform to songs provided on a CD. Client may provide a CD player/boombox or professional audio equipment or we can provide our own CD player/boombox. If audience participation is planned, a microphone would be very useful.
 
Bookings
We recommend that you book your event as early as possible as dates can fill up quickly.  Once you have picked out a date, call us for availability.  If the date is available, a $50 non-refundable deposit is charged.  Upon arrival at your event, the balance is due. 
 
Please mail your deposit to 'Ohana Arts Studio, 12388 Warwick Blvd, Suite 112, Newport News, VA 23606.
 
Payment
Clients will receive a quote by phone and/or via email. You will also receive an invoice enumerating cost and a total fee. 
 
A non-refundable deposit of $50 is required to reserve your event date and time or you may pay in full. You may make payment via money order, personal check, or cashier's check made out to 'Ohana Arts Studio. The deposit must be paid 1 week in advance to allow time to clear. Receipts are given upon request.
 
An agreement of services will be mailed or emailed to you. Cancellation within 72 hours of booking will be charged 25% of the agreed fee for loss of other opportunities. However, your event may be rebooked based on availability and as long as it does not conflict with existing events.
 
Any balance is due upon arrival of the dancers at the time of the performance. Please be prepared to pay at the time of the dancers' arrival so you and our troupe will be able to get on to the important matter of making the event fabulous. Mahalo! (Thank you!)
 

Cancellation Policy

Your $50 deposit will not be refunded if you cancel your event within 10 days of scheduled performance date. Your deposit will be refunded, less the $50 administrative fee, if your event is cancelled at least 11 days prior to your event.
 
Last minute changes
 
A $25 fee will be applied to all major changed within 10 days of your event. For example, change of location, change of date, change of time (over 30 minutes), etc.

 
Each event may be customized to your needs. Please contact me for more information.
 
Mahalo! I look forward to hearing from you.
 

 

 

 

Mahalo nui loa na ho'olaule'a me la kaua!

(Thank you for celebrating with us!)