The hula must be danced using the entire body, not just the hips.
Hula is a Polynesian dance that is commonly used for entertainment purposes at luaus and other Hawaiian parties. The original dance was done as a spiritual ritual, but the hula is now performed in the spirit of fun and the rich culture of Hawaii. Part of dancing the hula is using the correct hand gestures. A good hula dance should include graceful, lovely hula hands that tell the story just as well as the other parts of the body.
Instructions
1. Hold your arms out at shoulder length with the palms facing down. Bend the left arm so that the fingers are positioned over your chest. The tips of your left finger tips should be pointing directly to the right.
2. Hold the position in your arms, extend your fingers, and keep your hand and finger muscles as relaxed and fluid as possible as you sway to the music.
3. Switch positions after a few sways, this time with your right arm bent in so that the right hand is over the chest pointing directly to the left. Continue to sway with the music, allowing the wave of each sway to travel through your arms and then to the fingertips.
4. Repeat, moving between the two positions every couple of sways. Focus on letting your wrists move in a controlled, solid manner, while still appearing loose.
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