FAQ

  • We suggest that anyone new to the styles do the Beginners Foundation Courses. If the next one isn’t starting soon, jump into either of our Basics classes— Hula or ‘Ori Tahiti to get to know our community and the instructors and to start getting a feel for the movements.


    Basics classes
    ’Ori Basics: Mondays at 7-7.50pm
    Hula Basics: Wednesdays at 7-7.50pm

    Beginners Foundation Course:
    Check HERE

  • If you’ve danced these styles before then we'd suggest you start by trying the Intro Pass, allowing access to four classes across two weeks.

  • We'd recommend starting with our Beginners Foundation Course if you're new to the styles of Hawaiian Hula and Tahitian ‘Ori. It's a great way of learning the fundamentals and meeting other dancers at the same stage as you. You could also start by trying the Intro Pass, allowing access to four classes across two weeks.

  • For us, the answer is simple. If you want to dance consistently Membership is the way to go as you receive lots of discounts and huge perks.

    Drop-in (£16 per class)
    Membership (£60 for a calendar month of classes)

    Simply sign up for a Monthly Membership (no signup or cancellation fee) and the class fee (£60) will be deducted from your account each month. You can sign up for a Monthly Membership and get dancing at any time. You may also cancel at any time.

    With the Monthly Membership, you will receive the following:

    • 15% off class prices

    • 20% off on 1-to-1 sessions

    • Access to the entire video catalog of classes so you can catch up, practice more, or take previous classes

    Drop-In is great if you cannot commit to dancing regularly or just want to get a feel for our classes before committing.

  • We've got you! Our Alaka'i (lead dancers) will be on hand to welcome you to the studio and make you feel comfortable and supported throughout class. Let us know via email or social media if it will be your first time and we'll be sure to look out for you and introduce ourselves.

  • Absolutely! We have an international ‘ohana, with dancers based across the world. All of our classes are available to join live on Zoom and members also have access to on-demand recordings.

  • Hula and ‘Ori are great for all bodies, fitness levels, ages, genders, and abilities. We pride ourselves on making our classes accessible to everyone and will endeavor to help each dancer find the pace that is right for them. We are committed to creating a beautifully diverse community of dancers.

    Please do not hesitate to join us and our instructors will always help find ways for each of our dancers to participate in ways that are both challenging and rewarding.

  • LSHO offers sliding scale rates to ensure that anyone who would like to attend classes is able to. We have many members who utilise this option. Check out Dance For All for discounted rates, or get in touch if you’re in need of a free membership. Please don’t ever let finances stop you from dancing!

  • Please check here for the latest info.

    If you have missed the sign up date, or discovered the course during a current run, join our mailing list to receive announcements for the next dates, keep an eye on our socials or website for the next enrolment info, or get in touch and we will put you on the list for the next course.

    Don’t be afraid to drop-in to our weekly All Levels class in the meantime!

  • Always bring a bottle of water and a notepad!

    If you have a pareo, great! Please bring that and we will teach you how to tie it properly in the class/course.

    If you don’t have one, you may come in anything that is comfortable to move (and sweat!) in.

    Pareos (‘Ori) and Pa’u (Hula) are available for purchase via our website in the Shop section.

  • As you enter the studio, there are storage racks for shoes, coats and bags. Please remove your shoes on the black mat before entering. There is a kitchen where you can fill up your water bottle and store drinks and snacks in the fridge, and a bathroom for changing. There is also a community garden at the front of the studio which all dancers are welcome to contribute to.

  • Yes! We perform and teach at many types of events from museums to corporate events. Please get in touch and let us know the nature of your event, date, and location, and we will let you know if we are available.

  • Let the instructors know any specific goals and they will always do their best to help you achieve them. If you would like to participate in shows, performances, or special activities, you should be consistent with your practice.

  • We post on Instagram regularly (@londonhulaori) and you can also sign up to our mailing list for our latest news.