Thursday, September 29, 2011
Just the beginning.
The reason I’ve started this blog focused on the roots and basics of Tahitian dancing, is because it is a passion of mine. I’ve been a dancer for 6 years and I love the experience. I’ve fallen in love with Tahitian dancing the first day I stepped onto the dance floor right before 7th grade. It was the rhythm of the drum beats that simultaneously went with the flow of the guitars that sent off a natural vibe. From then on I knew I wanted to continue my journey as a dancer. From family parties to recitals, then placing in competitions was a rush. The groups are always welcoming. There’s really nothing more I can ask for.
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I know there is a very active Tahitian dance group here in Hercules. I hope you will tell us more about the group and going to the competitions. Do you travel for those or are they here in the Bay Area?
ReplyDeleteI compete in the main competitions such as: Kiki Raina in Merced, Tahiti Fete in San Jose, Heiva in Reno, & Tamaeva Arii in Vegas.
ReplyDeleteTahitian dancing has always mystified me...the form and the appearance is mind-boggling. Maybe you could give me some kind of insight on the magic.
ReplyDeleteAfter watching performances at rallies and the Cultural Festival, when it was still around, I never understood how one's body could move that fast. Like Mrs. Wojinski, I hope you can go into the local group and what the group does in addition to what draws you to Tahitian dancing.
ReplyDeleteKiani,
ReplyDeleteThere's something charming about Tahitian dancing. It has this "pacific flare" and is certainly cultural. I wonder how hard it is for a newcomer to get into Tahitian!
Hey Kiani,
ReplyDeleteI have always been intrigued by Tahitian dancing. So it is great to have a blog that will inform me on the subject.
Hi Kiani,
ReplyDeleteAre you going to teach us how to do the Tahitian dance? Are you going to discuss the clothing and the origin? I am looking forward to learn it even though I am not really a dance person. I hope to see some of your dance steps. Just a suggestion, you should videotape some of your dancing. You should also share us some of your performance experience. Did you learn any other dances? If so, you can explain why you pick Tahitian dance over other dances. I am looking forward to learn more about this dance.
Kiani,
ReplyDeleteI believe I have seen you in some of the Hercules High School rally dances. Tahitian dancing is definitely not "booty shaking" as Mrs. Williams would say. Tahitian really is a great form of dance. Please post introductory videos or previous Tahitian performances!I would like to see more of your passion in the blog!
Hello,
ReplyDeleteI have a question, how can Tahitian dancers move their hips so fast? Does it take long to be able to do that? I really never found out how they do it.
Hello,
ReplyDeleteThe rapid hip movement is out of this world! How does one do it so fast?
The way the Tahitian dancers movers move their hips that fast still mystifies until this very day. I would love to learn more about how you are able to make your bodies move that fast.
ReplyDeleteTahitian dancing seems so hard and enduring. Every tahitian dancer i see impresses me because it's NOT EASY. Keep it up!
ReplyDeleteIt's amazing how Tahitian dancers can move their hips so fast...it does not look easy. I would like to know how you prepare for competitions and your opinions on them. Looking forward to reading more!
ReplyDeleteI admire your passion for Tahitian dance. It seems very difficult! I can't wait to learn and hear more about your experience and impact it has on your life.
ReplyDeleteTahitian doesn't look easy, haha. I'm looking forward to reading more about it!
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