The benefits of dancing—So Why Not Hula?
How It Works
Get ready to dance! Hawaiian Hula and Tahitian dancing is a whole-body workout that’s actually fun.
It’s good for your heart, it makes you stronger, and it will help with balance and coordination.
A 30-minute class can burn between 130 and 250 calories, about the same as jogging.
Sign up for a class. Our instructors will lead you through a series of choreographed steps. The focus might be on the footwork, but the series hand and arm motions will engage the entire body.
There are many types of hula and Tahitian dances, you’ll never be bored!
Intensity Level: Medium
The intensity depends on the type of hulas we do in class. They vary from fast-moving, which are more intense and slower hulas. All of them will use your whole body and will challenge your brain as you learn the choreography and form.
Areas It Targets
Core: Yes. With varying hula steps and hip movements, you will definitely engage the core muscles.
Arms: Yes. In addition to the steps, a lot of arm movements are used.
Legs: Yes. The choreography will have you doing moves that work your lower body, including your quads and hamstrings.
Back: Yes. Dance uses your core muscles, including those in your back.
Other Advantages
Flexibility: Yes. Hula and Tahitian dance include moves that improve flexibility.
Aerobic: Yes. Hula and Tahitian dance increases your heart rate. The more up-tempo the hula, the better it is for your heart.
Strength: Yes. You won’t be lifting weights, but your body weight counts, helping to build muscle strength.
Low-Impact: Yes. Hula is a low-impact workout.