44 HAWAII PARENT September/October 2025 BALLET HAWAII Ballet Hawaii has been enriching Hawaii’s cultural environment by teaching, promoting, presenting, and producing dance since 1976. Their non-profit organization provides opportunities to all ages for self-development, self-esteem, creativity and improved well-being for students, patrons, and audiences. Classes are focused on building self-confidence through accomplishment and opportunities to perform in presentations, including the annual Nutcracker (December 12-14, 2025 at the Blaisdell Concert Hall). With two locations in Honolulu and Waipahu, Ballet Hawaii offers dance classes starting at age three up to adult classes, in addition to weekly open classes and frequent master classes with worldrenowned teachers from all corners of the globe. DESTINATION DANCE HAWAII Destination Dance Hawaii is a vibrant, all-ages performing arts studio in Aiea offering classes in ballet, hip-hop, jazz, GLOBAL LANGUAGES HAWAII Global Languages Hawaii is a dynamic language academy offering immersive instruction in Hawaiian, Spanish, English, ESOL, Portuguese, German, and Arabic. All classes are taught by native-speaking instructors with advanced qualifications in language acquisition and literature. The school blends traditional classroom teaching with arts, music, cultural activities, and play-based learning to create a rich, engaging environment across all ages. Beyond group classes, they provide private lessons, proficiency testing, and consulting services. Programs are available yearround—including summer online/in-pertap, contemporary, musical theatre, hula, and more. With a focus on both recreational and competitive training, the studio provides a supportive environment for keiki, teens, and adults to grow as dancers and performers. Unique programs like K-pop, Glee Harmony, and Adult Ballet ensure there’s something for everyone—whether you’re a first-time dancer or a seasoned performer. With drop-in options, trial classes, and private lessons available, Destination Dance is the perfect place to find your rhythm and join a passionate dance ohana. son sessions and all-ages Saturday enrichment classes at local schools like Le Jardin Academy and YWCA Kane‘ohe Bay.
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