About Kahealani
It all began with a deep passion of Kahealani Silva Francisco. Kahealani to service and uplift the local Hawaiian community. As a cornerstone of Ka'u Southside Hawaii island, we pride ourselves on personal attention and dedication to sharing the aloha spirit. Our approach is rooted in local tradition and integrity, ensuring that everything we do reflects our commitment to excellence and community enrichment.
Notable achievements
Kahealani's achievements speak volumes about her dedication and expertise in Hawaiian and Tahitian traditions:
Originator/innovator of dancing Tahitian on toes like a ballerina 1985.
Graduated under her mother Patricia Ann Newalu Kuschel (Morton).
Former Miss Vahine Tahiti 1985 2nd place Keolalaulani Halau Competition
Miss Vahine Tahiti 1986 1st place Keolalaulani Halau Competition
Miss Vahine Tahiti 1986 2nd place Kauai Tahiti Fete.
1st in Group Ote'a, Fire-knife and Drumming!
1st in Costume Design, 3rd Drumming, 2nd Ote'a.
3rd in Ote'a and Ahuroa, 2001 Hilo
2nd in Ote'a, 3rd Drumming, 1st in Costume Design Kauai Festival 2002
1st Vahine Drum Team 2005 COX CTR UNLV
1st in Tamarii Ote'a, Music, Drumming 2008 Hilo
2nd place Ori Vahine 2009 Waimea Park
Best in Group Ote'a 'Api - 2009 Heiva in Kane'ohe, King Middle School. All female drum team.
Standing ovation at the Keiki Hula Festival Group Kaikamahine 2010. invited 1 month after Kumu hula Ray Fonseca passed. Wonderful experience for the haumanu students.
2nd place Ahuroa 2010 Heiva i Honolulu
Featured in many Japan Magazines a former model of Kintetsu Japanese Tours, Susan Page of Honolulu and Barbizon Charm School at Sears Store Ala Moana Shopping Ctr.
