I've been dancing with Te Aho Nui since 2018. It's a great place to learn and train in 'ori Tahiti if you live in Los Angeles. There are other 'ori Tahiti or Polynesian dance schools near LA, but...
Te Aho Nui Tahitian Dance School
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Te Aho Nui Tahitian Dance School, located in Los Angeles, CA, specializes in the art of Tahitian dance and offers both in-person and virtual classes under the guidance of Leolani Gallardo. The school emphasizes creativity through movement and fosters a positive learning environment that builds community, respect, and friendship among students.
As the only Tahitian dance school in Los Angeles, Te Aho Nui also serves as a Polynesian Entertainment Group, showcasing not only Tahitian dance but Hawaiian Hula and other cultural performances. The name "Te Aho Nui," meaning "deep breath" in Reo Tahiti, symbolizes life and growth, encapsulating the school's mission to inspire and educate its students.
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I'm so happy to have found Te Aho Nui. I started dancing with them during lockdown, and began in person when things started opening up again. Everyone is very welcoming and friendly and Leo is...
I've been dancing with Te Aho Nui for over 5 years now and I have loved the welcoming atmosphere, Leolani's positive teaching style, and performance opportunities. Leo stays rooted in the culture...
This is for Leolani's online class program during the California Shelter in Place mandate that restricted people from leaving their homes unless for essential activities (i.e. doctor, grocery...
I joined Te Aho Nui in 2017, after a hard time in my life and needing an activity to do for myself. I struggled to find the right group to join for a variety of reasons, but when I found Te Aho...





