Ka Wai Ola - Office of Hawaiian Affairs, Volume 22, Number 5, 1 May 2005 — Lua classes [ARTICLE]

Lua classes

Pā Ku'i a Lua is accepting applicants for a set of introductory classes on lua, or Hawaiian martial arts, whieh will be held on O'ahu in June. The six-day course will provide the foundation for understanding the philosophy and way of life of a lua practitioner. Students will learn the use of traditional lua weapons, battle formations, the five basic strikes and other fighting techniques. The course is open to all Native Hawaiians who are at least 21 years old and do noi already belong to a lua group. The class schedule is:

June 11 and 12, Nu'uanu Elementary June 18 and 19, Nu'uanu Elementary June 25 and 26, Hale 'Aha, Punalu'u All classes run from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. and are free, except for a $15 facilities fee. Attendance of all classes is required. For more information and registration forms, eall Noelani Māhoe at 599-8464.