Good choice talking with Ke Kai o Kahiki when discussing the more "rugged" side of hula, this are probably some of the most athletically well trained dancers at Merrie Monarch. Need look no further than their win in 2009 to prove that!

I love the respect these men hold for their culture. amazing.

When their teacher talked about how hula is shaping them to be "better fathers, sons and brothers" it got to me. This is what true maniless is. It's the strength with the gentleness, determination coupled with grace. Not the silly how-many-girls-can-I-get definition that society is freeding young men.

One of my co-workers is in a very involved halau and he's buff because he does these kinds of things. When people ask him how he looks so good, some of them are confused when he just says "hula".

hawaiian people and their connection with their culture amazes me, they take such time and dedication for their culture.

What a badass culture.

nothing but respect and admiration for these men

These are the most beautiful men I've ever seen in my life. Lord almighty.

Proof that true masculinity is beautiful. Hawaiians , and other Pacific Islanders are some of the most beautiful people on earth. Male hula dancers telling stories of warriors, hunters fishermen. Both the men and women depicting stories of Hawaii’s origins, the deities they once worshipped , live and marriage. These dances show off the beauty of masculinity! It is wonderful that the Hawaiian people are able to celebrate their beautiful culture! That they celebrate both the masculine and the feminine! One can be both powerful and graceful, can be strong as well as gentle, celebrating both the beauty and strength of men! And using the gift of hula to not only preserve and share in their culture, but to be better men and better people! Mahalo for sharing this with us ! Aloha, and A hui ho !

these men are thicc af

The amount of athleticism in this video is insane

there's something about native men/and polynesian men that is so attractive. They are just to beautiful

I was fortunate to meet these guys last week! Such polite, brave and nice group of men! Very skilled and graceful!

This is fabulous in the manliest way possible.

As a Hawaiian, this video is awesome. So accurate and it's sad to see our tradition fade before our eyes. Hula is such a significant part of my culture and I'm glad hula still lives today

I remember watching my grandmother climbing a coconut tree when I was small. She was 70

Such a great video showing the masculine side of hula. Others can now see it ain't just women in coconut bras and grass skirts and what they see advertised. I use to help my aunty instruct hula lessons and Olelo Hawaii (Hawaiian language) in Waikiki. Admission was free. She did it for the love it all and wanted to give foreigners who were interested a sneak peak at our Hawaiian culture. I can't count the many baffled faces I've seen. People don't know that Hawaii is much more than another tourist spot and our Hawaiian culture is not just big tanned guys and women with long hair. Hula especially is much more than what people see in pictures, books, or tv. If your interested in learning the dance of hula, you must learn the language and culture first. You must learn what you're singing/chanting before you learn the steps of the any song. The dances and chants you see are stories. Stories passed down by ancestors. This is how our Hawaiian and all Polynesian cultures lives on. We are not as big of a nation but our pride, dedication, and courage is what keeps our culture so pure and strong.

The masculine side of Hula definitely deserves more exposure and respect. I feel embarrassed to admit that I was ignorant of this part of Hula but I'm glad I found out about it from this video.

I love how he said that hula helps him give a reality check and how people are losing aloha because it's actually true the world is becoming more cruel and seeing them dance it looks like peace it looks like they're telling the story and I think it's amazing what they're doing and I feel like more people in their community should be doing it and not losing what their generation did before because something very traditional and it's the most beautiful thing that their community has

THIS is what being a man is. the beautiful balance between gentleness, vulnerability, grace, and determination. this so amazing to see, and as a girl who grew up with people who'd put up "macho" personas up to build walls, this makes me happy

What a beautiful video! When the men related it all back to our ancestors, that really made me proud. Would love to see more stories on Oceania!

Yes! Culture is important!

it makes me proud to see people carry on with culture like this. it makes me proud to be part of a hawaiian warrior bloodline. proud to be hawaiian

*I'm from Scotland, but I love to learn and hear about the cultures of others around the globe. It's genuinely fascinating. So thanks for uploading this video.*

this does not have enough views

look so many the rocks

The lovely, beautiful people of Hawaii and all the Polynesian Islands...much love and respect that you celebrate and continue to keep your ancient traditions alive.

I have been watching Ke Kai O Kahiki since about 2012. They deserve all the recognition they have they are an amazing halau with an energetic and powerful style of hula.

wow awesome to see...me being maori from new zealand its lovely to watch these men being who they are and strong n proud of it.

This is pretty incredible, I love how connected they are with their history and culture.

This is one of my favorite parts of modern Hawaiian culture: how someone with the right motivation can nearly revive some of the culture. This hālau is a good example, but also the Hōkūle’a, hula in general, and Hawaiian language. As long as there is a motivated Hawaiian willing to learn and a Kupuna to teach said Hawaiian, our culture is far from dying.

"When we come to train, we expect to die."

TRUE STORY of HULA. Generation to GENERATION A WAY OF ALOHA, BROTHERS.

This so beautiful!!

They say dance is a prayer said with the body, instead of the voice or the mind. You offer your moves and your steps as a present to the spirits, your ancestors, a particular god, etc... Hawaiian brothers and sisters: DON'T EVER LOSE THIS LEGACY!!! It is INSPIRING!!!! Much love from the Canary Islands, your sisters in the north-african coast, BLESS YOU!!!

As a folk dancer from Europe, I love when people stick to their routes and don't forget their culture. Culture as special as this one should never be forgotten, respect!

I have such a fascination with Hawaiian culture, I can’t stop learning and watching these videos.

A great video, especially for those less familiar with Polynesian cultures, especially Hawai'ian and the hula. It's great to see our practices and traditions still continuing, particularly after what has happened in the past. Polynesian Pride, Mahalo nui loa for sharing with video 👌

it is good to see the teacher whose goal is not only to improve his students' dancing , but to improve their spirit as well.

The ocean fell from my eyes watching this as each star glittered and shined in dance, the power and grace like the winds and the waves in unison with the heart and soul of history, Mahalo!

Mahalo nui for this great video! I love these short documentaries and to see one that respects my culture is amazing.

Such incredible dedication for both history, culture, faith, community and spirit. Aloha.

There’s something so beautiful about seeing people retain this deep love and and dedication for their culture. It always saddens me when I hear of such unique, beautiful cultures and ways of life being forgotten or lost, so getting to see these people hold on to and practice these things just makes me happy. I know it sounds weird but oh well

Thank you for showing us the respect and love for the native culture is being carried on for future generations...its a beautiful story about nuturing,loving people.

Is this where Dwayne "The Rock" johnson recruits his stunt doubles?

00:13 Uh boy, we need more of that

A very deep and spiritual story. It's nice to see men in touch with their cultural past, something we all should take a page from. Mad respect!

Their ability to scale those coconut trees is remarkable. Even if I could do it (I can't), I wouldn't do it, due to being scared of heights. They did it without a second thought and with no safety gear. Amazing.

Mad respect for you guys!! Do NOT ever surrender your culture in the name of diversity!! Stay strong and stay Hawaiian!!🌺🌴🏄🏻🐠

Omg the manliest men

You are an excellent dancing male instructor!! One of the most beautiful dances in the world! Heart and soul

so happy for the great big story hula series. As a hula dancer mahalo nui for making our story known and respecting our culture.

Love this connection to the Earth and ancient history of connecting people to the Earth and their roots. Hula is so powerfully symbolic and especially the male dancers. Thank you for posting this.

They put their whole hearts and souls into the dance, and their history as well. It's truly beautiful and powerful.

I'm a female hula dancer and I hold the utmost respect for what you do. I love that hula is so inclusive and peaceful!

RESPECT! So many are looking back at better times in our world. We are all losing the Aloha for each other. WE need to get back to love and decency. What a great school you have there.

Them climbing trees just bade me thin of Mulan "BE A MAAAAAN"

This makes me proud to be Hawaiian

Powerful! Instantly the absolute power, under fine control, bursts from this video of these warriors.

That short clip of training in their civvies at the start was the best hula I've ever seen. Amazing!

I moved to Oahu in the 60's. I am a Hauole. I surfed almost every day while delivering the Honolulu Star Bulletin after school. I loved the Hawaiian people and the Hawaiian style of life. All of my local friends were for the most part Hawaiian. One afternoon while attending Kaimuki high this hauole guy who was larger than me picked a fight with me. I got in a few licks but he pretty well beat me up. One of my Hawaiian friends whos last name was Kamaka found out what that guy did to me he found him and beat him to a bloody pulp. I considered all my Hawaiian friends as my brothers. I married a half Portuguese Hawaiian girl and have been married of 45 years. We eventually moved to the mainland. We have also vacationed in Hawaii. Todays Hawaii is not the same as it was when I was a kid and it breaks my heart nonetheless, I will forever consider Hawaii as my true home. Hawaii is No'Kaoi!

These men are special. Mentally and physically. 🔥

Amazing! There is nothing like keeping your culture alive and sharing it with the world... At least those who are wanting and willing to listen to the story and how it is told!

\THIS is an exceptionally lovely and moving film. Mahalo..watching it while staying in Kailua-Kona for a month. My parents lived in Honolulufor 5 years just after WWII. They were not Hawai'ians, but my mother was deeply touched by Hawai'ian culture, learned some of the language and, when I was growing up, taught us some hula, about Queen Liliukalani, King Kamehameha, the battle of the Pali, etc -Been sitting here watching videos from Merrie Monach, etc. Just wonderful.

Last time I came this early I got divorced.

I love Hawaiians and their culture.....such beautiful culture and people ❤

Thank you for keeping this beautiful tradition alive!

I'm just so glad people are finally recognizing these kinds of things. proud to be hawaiian 🌺

Hawaii must regain its lost Kingdom. This kingdom has so much stories to tell about.

I strongly appreciate the historical aspect of this dance.... BUT GOODNESS GRACIOUS LORD I AM STRONGLY APPRECIATING THE FRICKIN HIP ROLLS TOO 😍😍😍😍😍😍😍

You guys are awesome looking in all your hula glory. It is so inspiring to a people that some of their countrymen continue to keep valuable traditions alive for future generations

Man I just discovered this channe; yesterday and already in LOVE!!!!!

They move their hips so smooth

i like men now.

So happy to see a video highlighting an often under-appreciated part of my family's culture! Mahalo nui loa :)

It's so amazing how connected they are to their ancient culture

love & respect .

Some man candies in this one ;-)

You guys are doing a great job. I appreciate for you guys to keep this legend going. Mahalo nui loa!

Great story,thanks for shearing it

Now you can see why Islanders are great in the sport of football.

natural build and desrve the native tattoo for sure

I've been following this group for a long time - they are so amazing ❤

Such strength and grace and control in their bodies! Excellent dancers!

No one: Me:what can I say except you’re welcome 🎶

It is same for us Hindus as well, our classical dances can be done by both men and women, even after being atleast 2300 years old. We Indian Hindus still do these dances in temples, marriages, cultural programs or start of seminars for an auspicious start. You should also teach Native Hawaiians this dance and propagate your history. Aloha and Namaste from India.

I love the spiritual aspect of the Hulu as well as the beautiful movements of the male and female body. I love the fact that it's telling a beautiful story with each dance. Thank you for keeping your traditions going. It is very much appreciated by myself and others.❤❤

Salute. TY for creating this. Tell tell, please share the stories. Best to you and yours. Hui ho

At 1:23 when he said “when we come to practice we expect to die” I was like “i don’t know bout dat braddah”😳

Damn they're hot O_O

Brings tears to my eyes, especially when I hear him talk about Aloha. It used to be like that here where I live. The aloha spirit. But Baja California style. It’s disappearing because of a great influx of people coming from the North- we used to be a land locked peninsula. We were referred to as an island. I’m on the same Tropic as Maui. The Tropic of Cancer.

Wow what an amazing job. Looks great.

I gotta book an airlines ticket NOW

Hula dancing is not just swaying the hips side to side. It's an art that tells a story of Hawaiians throughout history.

This video was amazing! Everything about it was gorgeous.

I really appreciate this video. Much respect to their hard work and love for their culture. ❤

0:15 OMG that's the sexiest I've ever seen a man dancing 💗

I thought it said Warios of hula

They are so beautiful! The dedication to the culture is so beautiful too.

Thank you for showing this awesome