Kapiʻolani Community College’s new strategic plan has three alahele (directions) to guide the college for the next six years. Each direction strengthens the mission and vision of the college to support its students, community, and Hawaiʻi.

Identifying the alahele, and creating a thriving environment for Kapiʻolani Community College employees and students emerged as priorities. This alahele highlights the importance of healthy work and school environments to ensure a thriving, vibrant, and sustainable community.

The Thriving and Sustainable Campus Culture alahele generated planning by a Community Engagement Work Group and birthing the new Kū Pūnāwai Series to prioritize your health and wellness. The Kū Pūnāwai classes will be offered through Continuing Education, and are designed to align your body, mind and spirit. Tuition will be waived for select classes, while others will be subsidized.

Every session is a big Zumba party! Zumba is a fitness class that incorporates Latin and international music and dance moves, creating an exciting, exhilarating program. Zumba integrates the basic principles of aerobic, interval, and resistance training to ensure you have a productive, fun workout. The dance movements are easy to follow (you don’t need any dance experience!) and will tone all of your major muscles, from head to toe, including the most important muscle of all – your heart.

Everyone is encouraged to go at their own pace. Registration is required. Come join the party and dance your way to a healthier you!

Required: Wear sneakers and bring a bottle of water for hydration.

Optional: Hand towel

Tuesdays and Thursdays, October 22 – November 14, 2024, 4:45 – 5:30pm

Location: Kapi’olani Community College, Maile Room 101 (Dance Studio)

Instructor: Frances Hokama

Course Fee: $40.00*

*Special tuition rate for current Kapiʻolani Community College employees. Contact Alissa Kashiwada, Registration Manager, Continuing Education Registration Office, at alissak@hawaii.edu or (808) 734-9889.