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Waikiki Walk Story with Kumu Malia Helela

  • Begins and ends at the Gandhi statue in front of the zoo. (map)

Connect with the ‘āina for a walking tour along Waikīkī beach from Waikiki Walls to Kalia.

Offer ho’okupu and learn about healing practices of the area. Discover more about Waikīkī’s rich history as Mālia shares the story of Kawehewehe and the surrounding fishponds and healing springs that were filled in the 1920s. This thoughtful and insightful walk will challenge participants to seek traces of healing and recovery in the surrounding land and within each individual. This walk story begins and ends at the Gandhi statue in front of the zoo. Highlights: – The walk is led by kumu hula, Malia Helela, traditionally trained hula instructor, lomilomi practitioner and cultural advisor – The activity can be simultaneously translated to Japanese upon request. Additional fees apply. Please, contact info@stillandmovingcenter.com for more info. – Discover a new perspective of the area through the eyes of a traditional healer and cultural practitioner – Re-imagine Waikiki it in its original natural incarnation – Learn about aloha ‘aina – Walk approximately 2 miles with stops What to Bring – Suitable shoes for walking – Water bottle – Sunscreen What to know – All ages are welcome, but you must be able to be on your feet for two hours and walk up to two miles in potentially inclement weather. – A portion of the proceeds from your ticket price is donated to travel2change and Ho Ola Na Pua.

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