Telling Warrior Stories with Hula
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- čas přidán 27. 03. 2017
- A common misconception about hula is that it's a dance tradition strictly for women. Nope. In ancient Hawai'i, men were the first to dance hula, and the best dancers were even chosen to become warriors. Today, Ke Kai O Kahiki-one of Hawai'i's most famous male hula schools-is carrying on this tradition by telling warrior stories with dance. To do so, dancers train in the same way as their ancient forbearers, using the land itself as a harsh and unforgiving gym. To dance like a warrior, you need to train like one.
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Good choice talking with Ke Kai o Kahiki when discussing the more "rugged" side of hula, this are probably some of the most athletically well trained dancers at Merrie Monarch. Need look no further than their win in 2009 to prove that!
Beautiful 🌺
That is a perfect word "rugged". Most people associate hula with women but forget the male archetype of the dance. I am of African heritage so I can relate to the dance style. ***Disclaimer: I am NOT saying Pacific Islanders are of African descent, yada yada like some people boast about *** I just want to make that clear before I cause a firestorm of racial/ethnic tension in the comment section. I would love to see more videos like this. 💞🔥💞🔥
Lilia Vagai p
@@MsObsidianReloaded My Ancestors were mostly of European decent but I 100% get what you mean. Male Hula pulls me in with it's energy. I have been fortunate enough to dance with our island cousins at a graduation party recently and it felt really good.
I understand why, but it feels bad that you need a disclaimer. We all could benefit from more Aloha in our lives.
When their teacher talked about how hula is shaping them to be "better fathers, sons and brothers" it got to me.
This is what true maniless is. It's the strength with the gentleness, determination coupled with grace. Not the silly how-many-girls-can-I-get definition that society is freeding young men.
Ashlee McIntosh we Stan resolute, gentle, and loving men
Cant relate
I heard that majority of how-many-girls-can-I-get guys can be found in the gym.
@@bewildered6866 i don't know how to answer that.
@@bewildered6866 oh. right. i remember you. i think i had a conversation with you already somewhere in CZcams. talking about random stuff about the video LOL
I love the respect these men hold for their culture. amazing.
miss mex true, it would be great if people would speak hawaiian again.
jr do native hawiians not speak the language any more? I'm only asking as I'm interested and I'm from the UK and have no idea but would love to know more about this beautiful culture.
miss mex only a few can speak. But now, they enforcing in every Hawaiian schools to learn, it's a requirement now. the young generation now can speak but they had to learn it in school.
At some schools it is not a requirement to learn Hawaiian as a language, we do learn some Hawaiian when we have May Day though
FormEEh Ohyeah that is a shame. it's a massive part of your culture and identity. obviously it should be a choice if anyone wants to learn the language but I thought the language would be spoken within the homes of Hawiians. I'm from Pakistani descent and I grew up in a household speaking urdu and English. I admit however my urdu leaves alot to be desired lol
One of my co-workers is in a very involved halau and he's buff because he does these kinds of things. When people ask him how he looks so good, some of them are confused when he just says "hula".
100th like lol
Hula sounds the same as the Tagalog word "hula" meaning "you guess". ^_^
@ron b kababayan
Hula is not for the faint-hearted
@@ronb7062 manghuhula sa quiapo
hawaiian people and their connection with their culture amazes me, they take such time and dedication for their culture.
The majority of us don't actually because of our annexation to the US. Only during the 60s and 70s were we really able to appreciate Ancient Hawaiian culture because speaking Hawaiian and other polynesian languages, along with hula were banned before that
All across Polynesia especially in Hawai'i and NZ the native Polynesians are beginning to pick up their cultures again. A large number don't, especially due to our languages and cultures being banned fairly recently. It's nice to see them beginning to be revitalised, #PolyPride
It's really beautiful and I love being Polynesian but the sad thing is that only a small percent of Hawaiians actually know and dance hula. The language and culture is disappearing. It's because of colonization and being annexed by America. That's why a lot of Hawaiians don't like white people and America in general (this applies to other Polynesians too)
The whole of the South Pacific/ Polynesians are well connected with their culture
Every culture can be beautiful if they take the time and effort into it....
nothing but respect and admiration for these men
Eyyyy!
What a badass culture.
Joel yup
Tip ... if one stares at you without smiling its time to go home. ... trust me. :)
@@bewildered6866 correct. safety first before flirting. you never know what will happen.
@@ronb7062 Ha, Ha ... i saw what you did there, you Rascal you. :)
that's gangsta
These are the most beautiful men I've ever seen in my life. Lord almighty.
Ori's Stories Of course they are: they're hand picked....show biz. Ever seen the women hula dancers ...... :)
Polynesian men and women have amazing genes
Stuckrevolver false not hand picked for show biz haha. Most of us Hawaiians look like this.
@@KingKnight16 Yes you're correct ... evolution. The slow sprinters and the less muscular ended up ... well ... "Gone". :)
You should see Afro-Cubans then
I’m not gay btw, if a bro looks nice I’ll complement him
Proof that true masculinity is beautiful. Hawaiians , and other Pacific Islanders are some of the most beautiful people on earth. Male hula dancers telling stories of warriors, hunters fishermen. Both the men and women depicting stories of Hawaii’s origins, the deities they once worshipped , live and marriage. These dances show off the beauty of masculinity! It is wonderful that the Hawaiian people are able to celebrate their beautiful culture! That they celebrate both the masculine and the feminine! One can be both powerful and graceful, can be strong as well as gentle, celebrating both the beauty and strength of men! And using the gift of hula to not only preserve and share in their culture, but to be better men and better people! Mahalo for sharing this with us ! Aloha, and A hui ho !
Yeah...💕
Well I see this as more feminine and not masculine at all. The trick is people don't know there is power in femenity because the world is so obsessed with masculinity
Nothing wrong with men who aren't masculine however dancing in genderal is not masculine at all, especially Hula. Dancing is a mostly a feminine artform.
@@Lil_Angry_Bitch stfu
@@EpperEcheloN so sad you think like this, others always sexually our culture teasing men about this stuff to the point they don’t want to do it I see nothing but a clown in people that think like this it is culture and it is talking about our men warriors
these men are thicc af
They got the classic Polynesian body 😂
You sound Gay AF!
runeplate123 what’s wrong with that!?!
Hawaiian blood line cousin lol
More like swole
there's something about native men/and polynesian men that is so attractive. They are just to beautiful
Native men are always beautiful ❤❤❤❤
Agree!
Totally agree!!
I consider most cultures to have their own unique beauty. Hawaii is no different. Beautiful people culture and history
❤️ agree😍
The amount of athleticism in this video is insane
I was fortunate to meet these guys last week! Such polite, brave and nice group of men! Very skilled and graceful!
that's nice. i wish i could meet them too someday
"brave" ...... they saved your life then? :)
Stuckrevolver Oml just let her compliment them gosh
@@magtism5738 It was light-hearted and not meant to be mean ... Omj just let me comment golly. :)
Stuckrevolver sorry it sounded like you were being smart because you said "they saved your life then". I just thought you were saying that she had no reason to call them brave
This is fabulous in the manliest way possible.
Such a great video showing the masculine side of hula. Others can now see it ain't just women in coconut bras and grass skirts and what they see advertised. I use to help my aunty instruct hula lessons and Olelo Hawaii (Hawaiian language) in Waikiki. Admission was free. She did it for the love it all and wanted to give foreigners who were interested a sneak peak at our Hawaiian culture. I can't count the many baffled faces I've seen. People don't know that Hawaii is much more than another tourist spot and our Hawaiian culture is not just big tanned guys and women with long hair. Hula especially is much more than what people see in pictures, books, or tv. If your interested in learning the dance of hula, you must learn the language and culture first. You must learn what you're singing/chanting before you learn the steps of the any song. The dances and chants you see are stories. Stories passed down by ancestors. This is how our Hawaiian and all Polynesian cultures lives on. We are not as big of a nation but our pride, dedication, and courage is what keeps our culture so pure and strong.
Tpikake21 those gorgeous women have a beautiful skill and have danced gracefully for years in those coconut bras and grass skirts! I’m really offended right now....men aren’t the sole inventors of dance!
Just to let u know... Male hula Polynesian dancers were the first to do it!
Wow! Does your aunty still teach that for free in Waikiki?
I remember watching my grandmother climbing a coconut tree when I was small. She was 70
damn she baddddd!!!!!! (wish I could do that)
As a Hawaiian, this video is awesome. So accurate and it's sad to see our tradition fade before our eyes. Hula is such a significant part of my culture and I'm glad hula still lives today
I agree as a fellow Polynesian (with Hawai'ian in that mix too). After the annexation for Hawai'i and also across the Pacific with out languages and cultures banned and oppressed, it's really heartwarming to see the hula being picked back up again :')
relax ... to-days mass-media and the Hula's attractive style will ensure Both the Traditional and the jazzy show-biz style Never fades. :)
I pray it never does 🥺 yall look beautiful
The masculine side of Hula definitely deserves more exposure and respect. I feel embarrassed to admit that I was ignorant of this part of Hula but I'm glad I found out about it from this video.
Yes! Culture is important!
culture and history shapes us! i agree with you
@pinta- mapache no ... "culture" is divisive and has to be cast to the history books; cant you see the inclusive global community dawning all around you?
this is basically larping
I love how he said that hula helps him give a reality check and how people are losing aloha because it's actually true the world is becoming more cruel and seeing them dance it looks like peace it looks like they're telling the story and I think it's amazing what they're doing and I feel like more people in their community should be doing it and not losing what their generation did before because something very traditional and it's the most beautiful thing that their community has
"Peaceful" ... nah. The Story says, " come one step closer to our Village and you're Toast! " ( literally ).
this does not have enough views
Katie Siverling but soon it will
Katie Siverling it only came out 2 days ago calm down
What a beautiful video! When the men related it all back to our ancestors, that really made me proud.
Would love to see more stories on Oceania!
The lovely, beautiful people of Hawaii and all the Polynesian Islands...much love and respect that you celebrate and continue to keep your ancient traditions alive.
They say dance is a prayer said with the body, instead of the voice or the mind. You offer your moves and your steps as a present to the spirits, your ancestors, a particular god, etc...
Hawaiian brothers and sisters: DON'T EVER LOSE THIS LEGACY!!!
It is INSPIRING!!!!
Much love from the Canary Islands, your sisters in the north-african coast, BLESS YOU!!!
look so many the rocks
Flech Hut yays!! 1!!!!!!!!!! 1!!!!!!
hawaii is a quarry. so many Rocks
Dwayne is Samoan, and yeah, Samoan and Hawaiians are both Polynesians so although they have their distinctive culture they do have a lot of similarities.
And Samoans came from where? South East Asia (SEA), namely the Philippines. Plus, DNA doesn't lie of where Samoans came from...they came from the SEA
You can tell by the way were built eh?
"When we come to train, we expect to die."
Their ability to scale those coconut trees is remarkable. Even if I could do it (I can't), I wouldn't do it, due to being scared of heights. They did it without a second thought and with no safety gear. Amazing.
This is one of my favorite parts of modern Hawaiian culture: how someone with the right motivation can nearly revive some of the culture. This hālau is a good example, but also the Hōkūle’a, hula in general, and Hawaiian language. As long as there is a motivated Hawaiian willing to learn and a Kupuna to teach said Hawaiian, our culture is far from dying.
wow awesome to see...me being maori from new zealand its lovely to watch these men being who they are and strong n proud of it.
Your haka is awesome.
*I'm from Scotland, but I love to learn and hear about the cultures of others around the globe. It's genuinely fascinating. So thanks for uploading this video.*
They pure cannae Toss the Caber like youse in your rain soaked kilts. :)
it makes me proud to see people carry on with culture like this. it makes me proud to be part of a hawaiian warrior bloodline. proud to be hawaiian
I have been watching Ke Kai O Kahiki since about 2012. They deserve all the recognition they have they are an amazing halau with an energetic and powerful style of hula.
This is pretty incredible, I love how connected they are with their history and culture.
Is this where Dwayne "The Rock" johnson recruits his stunt doubles?
not to mention, he's polynesian. yeah, might be :)
I belive so, yes.
*yeppers*
David H Muller his cousin @samoanstuntsman is his stunt double, they practically look alike.
Nope. Dwayne's American. Gets his doubles from his family who are Canadian and American Samoan. The guys depicted here are Hawaiian Americans. Not of the same stature. By that I mean height. Shuka
THIS is what being a man is. the beautiful balance between gentleness, vulnerability, grace, and determination. this so amazing to see, and as a girl who grew up with people who'd put up "macho" personas up to build walls, this makes me happy
The ocean fell from my eyes watching this as each star glittered and shined in dance, the power and grace like the winds and the waves in unison with the heart and soul of history, Mahalo!
TRUE STORY of HULA.
Generation to GENERATION A WAY OF ALOHA, BROTHERS.
I have such a fascination with Hawaiian culture, I can’t stop learning and watching these videos.
so happy for the great big story hula series. As a hula dancer mahalo nui for making our story known and respecting our culture.
You are an excellent dancing male instructor!! One of the most beautiful dances in the world! Heart and soul
A great video, especially for those less familiar with Polynesian cultures, especially Hawai'ian and the hula. It's great to see our practices and traditions still continuing, particularly after what has happened in the past. Polynesian Pride, Mahalo nui loa for sharing with video 👌
This makes me proud to be Hawaiian
Katrina Grigg same
Katrina Grigg wow ,i love u
i always thought i was Hawaiian last life
Fr I agree with you being Hawaiian is an opportunity
Katrina Grigg if that's you in your profile picture you're pretty
A very deep and spiritual story. It's nice to see men in touch with their cultural past, something we all should take a page from. Mad respect!
\THIS is an exceptionally lovely and moving film. Mahalo..watching it while staying in Kailua-Kona for a month. My parents lived in Honolulufor 5 years just after WWII. They were not Hawai'ians, but my mother was deeply touched by Hawai'ian culture, learned some of the language and, when I was growing up, taught us some hula, about Queen Liliukalani, King Kamehameha, the battle of the Pali, etc -Been sitting here watching videos from Merrie Monach, etc. Just wonderful.
00:13 Uh boy, we need more of that
Yes
Such incredible dedication for both history, culture, faith, community and spirit. Aloha.
Thank you for showing us the respect and love for the native culture is being carried on for future generations...its a beautiful story about nuturing,loving people.
Amazing! There is nothing like keeping your culture alive and sharing it with the world... At least those who are wanting and willing to listen to the story and how it is told!
Omg the manliest men
Apacolypse what is your definition of manly then?
totally agree. it is really inspiring to hear these kind of stories. i also make inspiring stories. it helps me grow as a person
Apacolypse of course you wouldn't consider this manly since you're not a man lmao
You're beautiful
You haven’t seen Kap from da pcc (Polynesian Cultural Center)
Mahalo nui for this great video! I love these short documentaries and to see one that respects my culture is amazing.
okolei42, lol. Your name 👍.
RESPECT! So many are looking back at better times in our world. We are all losing the Aloha for each other. WE need to get back to love and decency. What a great school you have there.
Mad respect for you guys!! Do NOT ever surrender your culture in the name of diversity!! Stay strong and stay Hawaiian!!🌺🌴🏄🏻🐠
This so beautiful!!
I moved to Oahu in the 60's. I am a Hauole. I surfed almost every day while delivering the Honolulu Star Bulletin after school. I loved the Hawaiian people and the Hawaiian style of life. All of my local friends were for the most part Hawaiian. One afternoon while attending Kaimuki high this hauole guy who was larger than me picked a fight with me. I got in a few licks but he pretty well beat me up. One of my Hawaiian friends whos last name was Kamaka found out what that guy did to me he found him and beat him to a bloody pulp. I considered all my Hawaiian friends as my brothers. I married a half Portuguese Hawaiian girl and have been married of 45 years. We eventually moved to the mainland. We have also vacationed in Hawaii. Todays Hawaii is not the same as it was when I was a kid and it breaks my heart nonetheless, I will forever consider Hawaii as my true home. Hawaii is No'Kaoi!
heffoandjuff why don’t you move back and change things in Hawaii instead of complaining stand up and holla!
Fiona O'Keefe 🙌🏾🙌🏾🙌🏾
Haole*
Powerful! Instantly the absolute power, under fine control, bursts from this video of these warriors.
There’s something so beautiful about seeing people retain this deep love and and dedication for their culture. It always saddens me when I hear of such unique, beautiful cultures and ways of life being forgotten or lost, so getting to see these people hold on to and practice these things just makes me happy. I know it sounds weird but oh well
Love this connection to the Earth and ancient history of connecting people to the Earth and their roots. Hula is so powerfully symbolic and especially the male dancers. Thank you for posting this.
Them climbing trees just bade me thin of Mulan "BE A MAAAAAN"
As a folk dancer from Europe, I love when people stick to their routes and don't forget their culture. Culture as special as this one should never be forgotten, respect!
I'm a female hula dancer and I hold the utmost respect for what you do. I love that hula is so inclusive and peaceful!
They put their whole hearts and souls into the dance, and their history as well. It's truly beautiful and powerful.
Last time I came this early I got divorced.
Do I give a fuck if you're early ?! (name)
Dunkirx omg 😂😂😂😂
Dunkirx a lot of second wedding happens here
That short clip of training in their civvies at the start was the best hula I've ever seen.
Amazing!
Man I just discovered this channe; yesterday and already in LOVE!!!!!
i like men now.
ThePigCast are you male?
si papi
ThePigCast 😂😂😂😂
Ahi! Ahi! Ahiiiiiiiii! Love Jordan and Peele.
You should
These men are special. Mentally and physically. 🔥
Thank you for keeping this beautiful tradition alive!
Such strength and grace and control in their bodies! Excellent dancers!
I strongly appreciate the historical aspect of this dance....
BUT GOODNESS GRACIOUS LORD I AM STRONGLY APPRECIATING THE FRICKIN HIP ROLLS TOO 😍😍😍😍😍😍😍
😆
I love Hawaiians and their culture.....such beautiful culture and people ❤
it is good to see the teacher whose goal is not only to improve his students' dancing , but to improve their spirit as well.
You guys are awesome looking in all your hula glory. It is so inspiring to a people that some of their countrymen continue to keep valuable traditions alive for future generations
Hawaii must regain its lost Kingdom. This kingdom has so much stories to tell about.
love & respect .
So happy to see a video highlighting an often under-appreciated part of my family's culture! Mahalo nui loa :)
I love the spiritual aspect of the Hulu as well as the beautiful movements of the male and female body. I love the fact that it's telling a beautiful story with each dance. Thank you for keeping your traditions going. It is very much appreciated by myself and others.❤❤
Now you can see why Islanders are great in the sport of football.
natural build and desrve the native tattoo for sure
There's something incredibly special about being able to see a glimpse into another culture. I'm glad they didn't let this practice be lost. Thank you for sharing💖
BOTH the men and women's Traditions are important. The ladies are breathtaking with their skills.SO GRACEFUL 😎 But ...well im a lady so lol the men are very Fun to see them do there thing😁 They have amazing skills too. LOOK AT THE STRENGTH THEY DISPLAY!
Very Rich History.💞 thank you for sharing!
You guys are doing a great job. I appreciate for you guys to keep this legend going. Mahalo nui loa!
They move their hips so smooth
It is same for us Hindus as well, our classical dances can be done by both men and women, even after being atleast 2300 years old. We Indian Hindus still do these dances in temples, marriages, cultural programs or start of seminars for an auspicious start.
You should also teach Native Hawaiians this dance and propagate your history. Aloha and Namaste from India.
Hula was banned for women many years
Whoahh.... I'm just... speechless.. what a discipline these men have! Beautiful culture and nature.. I hope I will go there some day in my life ♡
I've been following this group for a long time - they are so amazing ❤
Damn they're hot O_O
Lauren Ricard. And you not.
VERA JOSEPH mean girl!
@@kanniemwasom1888 Ha, Ha Ha ...... jealous much? :)
They're thick and curvy
Notre Aira
I mean hey they are good looking to be honest you can’t deny it. Don’t even say that I’m white because I’m not. ;)
Some man candies in this one ;-)
I'm just so glad people are finally recognizing these kinds of things. proud to be hawaiian 🌺
Having studied martial arts, I can see the strikes and blocks...wonderful...
At least in some cultures men are allowed to be themselves without fear of being labeled toxic masculinity
Yes that is a very big issue now... toxic masculinity is ruining our men... women don’t want girly men... at least I don’t
@@kathernandez5165 women have been into androgynous, or as you say 'girly', men
@@maximusmenor4224 - hmmm, don’t know about that.
@@brunomars204 ye p
At 1:23 when he said “when we come to practice we expect to die” I was like “i don’t know bout dat braddah”😳
I used to work at the Coast Guard Base in Galveston, TX... and out my window I watched Marines training for many hours at a time, non-stop... they were gloriousl to watch! Like these dancers! Men, physically pushing themselves to the limit in such a basic, simple, beautiful, "one-with-the-Earth way!" People are so involved with technology today that they are ignoring the gift of Life itself we were given in our amazing bodies. Use it or lose it! Thank you for this outstanding video of true humans being all that they can be!!!
It's true, we are seduced into our sedentary ways. Perhaps this video can inspire us to stand up, turn off the screen, and go outside for some fitness. Give thanks for the beauty of our Earth and the abilities of our bodies! Thanks for this reminder, friend 👍
It is so good to see this kept in place wish more would keep these traditions alive.
No one:
Me:what can I say except you’re welcome 🎶
No offense to anyone 🖐🏻
Men are beautiful...
They are so beautiful! The dedication to the culture is so beautiful too.
Wow! Beautiful and powerful, thank you for this video!!!
🎶 The dancers are practicing, they dance to an ancient song. Who needs a new song? This old one's all we need... Consider the coconut, the trunks and the leeeeaves. The island gives us what we need 🎶
I gotta book an airlines ticket NOW
0:15 OMG that's the sexiest I've ever seen a man dancing 💗
Mahalo nui loa. What a beautiful inspiring wee message. Much needed today everywhere. ⭐️
Thur dance we can say and express so much, dance is so amazing and beautiful... nothing else can be as great!!! Thanks for sharing!!