Born out of friendship and our shared love of hula and ‘ori tahiti, San Diego Hula Academy was created as a haven to learn, foster friendships and make lifelong memories. Whether you’re driven to learn new steps or just want to get lost in the beauty of the music, our commitment is take you on a journey, full of aloha, always. San Diego Hula Academy is blessed to be under the tutelage of world-renowed Kumu Hula Lehua Frank Kawaikapuokalani Hewett and Ula Hewett. Their support and guidance provide SDHA and our haumana (students) the privilege to be a part of these prestigious lineage traditions.

Ho’okani is a local San Diego band comprised of Justin Pōhaku Murphy and Sonny Portacio.   With over 25 years of combined experience, this musical trio is a versatile band performing all genres of music, making them a great addition for any event.  Their specialty is performing both classic and contemporary Hawaiian music, written by some of Hawaii’s favorite artists including our own loea hula, Lehua Kawaikapuokalani Hewett. Ho’okani has opened for many events and is often accompanied by hula and Tahitian dancers at events in the Southern California area.

Website: sdhula.com