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Kīpuka Kona

Māihi ʻili is your journey of healing through the art of Tōʻere drum-making and rhythms. This program offers a culturally grounded approach to mental, emotional, and spiritual well-being, helping you manage stress, build resilience, and strengthen self-awareness.

You’ll create your own Tōʻere drum and learn traditional rhythms, with each stage of drum-making symbolizing a step in your healing process:

-Laʻa (Vulnerable Stage): Raw wood represents openness and hurt.
-Maʻa (Healing Stage): Shaping and refining the wood reflects growth and inner strength.
-Paʻa (Resilient Stage): A completed drum symbolizes confidence and clarity.

Along the way, you’ll gain practical skills in woodworking, creative expression, and cultural practice while developing coping strategies, self-esteem, and healthy social connections.

Māihi ʻili is more than a class, it’s a space to discover new passions, deepen cultural identity, and embrace healing as a lifelong rhythm. Come ready to create, connect, and grow.

*All are welcome to apply with preference given to Native Hawaiian kamalei.

Ages: 13 - 17

Schedule: Tuesdays
Time: 4:00 pm - 6:00 pm
Start Date: 3/31/26
End Date: 9/29/26