Poemoana Teriinohorai is an internationally recognized Tahitian dancer, choreographer, instructor, and founder of ÂRERE Tahitian Dance Group, established in 2020, and ÂRERE Tahiti Dance School in Papeete in 2023. Her work has been featured on international stages through collaborations including Small Island Big Song and National Geographic–Lindblad Expeditions, as well as theatrical and artistic productions in Tahiti. ÂRERE has earned recognition at ʻOri Tahiti Nui and Hura Tapairu, including 1st Place Professional ʻŌteʻa Tāne at ʻOri Tahiti Nui 2024. Through her school, Poemoana shares dance, percussion, language, and cultural knowledge, continuing the transmission of Tahitian culture to future generations.
Jeannie Napoleon is an accomplished Polynesian dancer, instructor, and co-founder of Hiva Kātoa Polynesian Dance Studio, established in 2017 alongside her husband, Noa Napoleon. A 7-time Overall Vahine Soloist, Jeannie has earned recognition across the U.S. and Tahiti at competitions including Tahiti Fete of San Jose, ITO, ʻOri Tahiti Las Vegas, Heiva i Honolulu, Heiva Utah, and Heiva International de Tahiti in Papeete. Through Hiva Kātoa, Jeannie and Noa have focused on storytelling through group competition pieces that introduce cultural concepts which bring students closer to Polynesian traditions and thought.
Napua Murphy-Liufau is an accomplished Polynesian dancer, instructor, and co-founder of Tavake Rereata, established in 2010 alongside her husband, Mevina Liufau. Dancing since the age of four, Napua has earned recognition at competitions including Tahiti Fete of San Jose, Kiki Raina Tahiti Fete, and Heiva i Honolulu, and has also performed professionally at Tokyo Disneyland. Through Tavake Rereata, Napua and Mevina have shared ʻOri Tahiti internationally, developing dancers while emphasizing technique, storytelling, and respect for Polynesian culture.
Kanani Asuega is an internationally recognized ʻOri Tahiti dancer, instructor, and 13-time Overall Soloist Champion. In 2024, she and her partner, ʻOfaloto Kumā, established Fale Polynesia, continuing the cultural legacy of her family’s longtime Polynesian dance group, Lokelani’s Rhythm of the Islands. Her accomplishments include Heiva i Paris Top Vahine and ʻOri Tahiti Nui World Champion, along with performing and teaching throughout Tahiti, Europe, Mexico, Japan, and the United States. Kanani continues to share Polynesian culture internationally through dance, education, and mentorship.
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