Sunshine From Polynesia

Sunshine From Polynesia offers hula classes, Tahitian dance classes, ukulele classes, and drumming classes. Small classes are offered in hula and Tahitian dance for students starting from age 3 to adult, and one schedule includes Saturday classes for ages 3-9 from 10:30 am-noon, intermediate ages 10-15 from noon-1:00 pm, and adults from 1:00 pm-2:00 pm.

Programs

• Hula classes — starting from age 3 to adult · Monday 6:00 pm-7:00 pm adult hula; Tuesday 5:00 pm-6:00 pm advanced hula; Tuesday 6:00 pm-7:00 pm adults and teens; Wednesday noon-1:00 pm adult hula; Wednesday 5:30 pm-6:30 pm advanced hula; Saturday 1:00 pm-2:00 pm adults
• Tahitian dance classes — starting from age 3 to adult · Monday 7:00 pm-8:00 pm Tahitian hips, beginners welcome; Wednesday 6:30 pm-7:30 pm Tahitian hips class
• Ukulele classes — starting from age 3 to adult
• Drumming classes — starting from age 3 to adult · Wednesday 4:30 pm-5:30 pm keiki dance and drums

At a glance

• Ages: 3–18 years old
• General schedule: Small classes in Hula and Tahitian dance for students starting from age 3 to adult. Also offering classes in ukulele and drumming. Performance opportunities available. Saturday classes: ages 3-9 from 10:30 am-noon, intermediate age 10-15 from noon-1:00 pm, adults from 1:00 pm-2:00 pm.

About the provider

Sunshine From Polynesia was founded in 1978. It was founded by Lita Hoke and her sister-in-law, and Coco Hoke anchors the musical group with drums, ukulele, and vocals. Stefanie Hoke Foster is a core dancer. The program is devoted to the teaching, performance, and preservation of hula. Students perform in the program’s bi-annual main event, its Luau/Recital (Ho'ike), and the program also performs at festivals, private events, and benefits.

• Polynesian entertainment

Try a class for free; just let us know you’re coming. Small classes are geared for a variety of student skill levels from beginners to those with advanced experience. Tuition is $60 monthly, one weekly class.

What families say

“We have been with this community for five years. It is a wonderful, family oriented group focused on Polynesian music, dance, and culture. My daughter has blossomed in this very supported environment and we have all made many friends.” — C. Barton

“You exceeded any and all expectations for the amazing show at our own wedding. I had no personalized referral for you, simply your website. I kept my fingers crossed that you all were "good" and "good" simply is the understatement of the century. Everyone was enthralled.” — Flo and Jay W.

“Lita, I want to thank you again for your wonderful class and your warm personality. It is always sunny at your home!” — Natalia L.

Last updated August 18, 2026.