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 (Dec. 14-15, 2024). With two locations in Honolulu and Waikele, 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. For more information, please visit www.ballethawaii.org. GUNSTOCK RANCH Looking for a unique outdoor adventure? Look no further than Gunstock Ranch! With activities for children as young as two, the whole family can enjoy the experience of horseback riding. Kids can enjoy pony rides, complete with petting and brushing the horse after a 25-minute walk around the ranch. Older children (7+) and adults are welcome to choose from many options, including a scenic horseback ride, sunset ride, picnic ride, and more! If you're interested in learning the fundamentals of horseback riding, their horsemanship experience is perfect for you. You'll work with a Gunstock wrangler to learn about horses and get hands-on experience. They even offer group horsemanship CAMP MOKULEIA Located on the beautiful North Shore of Oahu, Camp Mokuleia has provided children and youth with enriching camp experiences since 1947! Their “Ohana Stay Cays” (Oct. 25-27 and Dec. 6-8) provide the perfect weekend getaway the entire family can enjoy. A flat rate per person is charged for the whole weekend and includes lodging, meals, and various optional activities built in over the weekend (movie night, paddle boards and kayaks, zip line, and much more). Camp Mokuleia is a ministry of the Episcopal Diocese of Hawaii, however, campers of all or no faith backgrounds are welcome! Visit www.campmokuleia.org to learn more. 42 HAWAII PARENT September/October 2024 experiences for those who want to learn with family and friends. For more information, visit www.gunstockranch.com.
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