'Ohana (family)

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Krysten Resnick
Founder, Director

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Danielle Pasion
Assistant Director

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Satomi Uchida
Lead Dancer

An elderly man in a dark beanie with glasses on top, wearing a blue traditional-looking shirt, is smiling and gesturing with his hands. The background includes a colorful mask or artwork on the wall and other decorative items.

Kujah Sabeni
Musical Director

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Danny Fasa
Head of Siva Sāmoa

A group of performers in traditional Polynesian costumes performing a dance on stage, with some seated and others standing, under dim stage lighting.

Fiona Faumuina
Siva Instructor

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Hayley Kuʻunani
Hula & ‘Ori Instructor

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Kazue Osaki
Hula Instructor

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Ranelyn Luceña-Mina
Community Care

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Akino Suzuki
Studio Stewardship

Ruth Asbury
Community Service/Outreach

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Abi Hunter
Dancer Development

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Emily Hough
Administrative Coordinator

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Jack Berk
Business Coordination

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Alena Jarrett
Photographer/ Videographer

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Gasat Jimenez
Lead Kāne

Team GB

Team GB (Give Back) is our member-run charity arm that is dedicated to producing events and raising funds for issues related to the environment, women’s health, and community connectedness.

Social Team

The Social Team is member-run and creates fun events for LSHO members and extended ‘ohana. There’s always something exciting going on!

Show Team

The Show Team is member-run and helps with the creation and production of in-house showcases as well as exhibitions.

The 'Ohana

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Our award winning dancers have represented the UK in several international dance competitions and shows, including in Tahiti, Hawai’i, France and Austria. They are a group of strong, committed dancers who always bring a high standard of authentic Polynesian dance experiences.
Their relationships extend beyond the studio and they are more than just a dance group; they are 'ohana.

All are welcome to be a part of our community.