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Master Workshops

Learn from the 'Ori Nui I Portland judges first hand, in-person, and along side with other dancers in the 'ori community.  This will be an evening of fun and sharing of our 'ori Tahiti passions as we sweat, laugh, and learn together at the pupu 'ori of Teva Oriata.

‘Aparima with Makau Foster | Thursday Oct. 10, 4:15 PM – 5:45 PM

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Intermediate to advanced dancers will learn a choreographed piece from 'ori Tahiti Master and Ra'atira/Director of Tamariki Poerani. Tatie Makau has influenced 'ori Tahiti around the world and is an esteemed judge for various competitions around the world including Heiva i Tahiti and Hura Tahiti in Papaete. 

'Ori Tahiti Basics with Agnes Ali'itasi Manuma | Thursday Oct. 10, 6:00 PM – 7:30 PM

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Beginner to advanced dancers will learn the traditional 'ori Tahiti basics from 'ori Tahiti Master and Ra'atira/Director of Ali'itasi. For decades in Hawaii Agnes maintained overall and first place titles in solo competitions and lead as director for Maohi Nui. She is renowned in Tahiti to Japan for her strong and fierce fa'arapu and elegant grace. 

Solo 'Ōte'a Free Style Technique with Hirohiti Tematahotoa-Graffe | 7:45 PM – 9:15 PM

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For all ages and levels, interested dancers will learn the basics of freestyle solo technique by 'ori Tahiti Master and Ra'atira/Director for Hantika and Nuna'a E Hau. Hirohiti is a renowned choreographer for groups around the globe and esteemed judge for various competitions around the world including Heiva i Tahiti and Heiva i Paris.

Exclusive 'Ori Nui Judges Panel/Discussion | Friday 9:00 - 10:00 AM

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Ra'atira and dancers who purchased the full workshop package will be invited to partake in a free facilitated panel discussion with 'Ori Nui judges. This is an amazing opportunity to hear from the judges themselves what they are judging on, looking for, and favor. Ra'atira can submit questions before hand or come ready with questions for the judges. Coffee and donuts provided.

'Ori Nui Apparel Pre-Order!

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Claim your shirts Sept 15. Your size and style shirts cannot be guaranteed stocked at the competition. Pre-order shirts, tanks, long sleeves, etc will be available for pick-up on Workshop and Competition days. 

'Ori Nui Workshop Apparel pre-order!

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Claim your shirts Sept 15. Your size and style shirts cannot be guaranteed stocked at the competition. Pre-order shirts, tanks, long sleeves, etc. will be available for pick-up on Workshop and Competition days. Please choose option "Ship to Angie" and not "Ship to my address". You may risk late delivery. 

WORKSHOP GUIDELINES

  • Please arrive at least 15 minutes before your workshop begins

  • Vahine: White t-shirt, red pareo.

  • Tane: white t-shirt, black shorts. 🇵🇫

  • Check-in will be outside of the studio/venue

  • Only paid registrants are allowed in the workshop; there will be no indoor waiting area available

  • Our volunteers at workshop check-in are unable to process any refunds

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