M E I T A K I · M A N D U R A H
Soulful Island
Dance
Cook Islands ura & Polynesian dance — a judgement-free space to move, learn and feel at home in our culture.
A B O U T U S
The founders
We are a mother–daughter duo, Anau & Ku'ulei — founders of Soulful Island Dance. This group was founded back in 2016 — you may have seen us perform as Family Fun Mixed Hula at Mandurah Waitangi and other community events.
We are both Māori Cook Islanders from Mangaia and Rarotonga. We love sharing our culture with all people, and embracing other cultures whose dance is similar to ours.
Background does not matter — anyone who is willing, CAN.
Anau & Ku'ulei
Founders · Mangaia & Rarotonga
P U R P O S E
Let's make an impact together
There aren't many classes in Perth that teach the basics of this type of dance — mainly ura from the Cook Islands and a mix of other Polynesian styles.
We aim to create a positive environment for people who want to learn a little bit about their culture through Ura — and a welcoming environment for those who aren't of our culture but really want to learn.
Soulful Island Dance is also about connecting with soul and heart. Telling stories with our hands, hips and facial expressions. With beautiful songs from the pacific islands, most specifically from the Cook Islands.
W H A T ' S E X P E C T E D
In class
What we do
Basic steps, hip fitness drills and isolations, dancing to slow songs with meaningful cultural lyrics.
What to bring
Your own sarong/pareu you feel confident moving in, a towel and water bottle. You will sweat.
How we show up
Respectful of others learning, good vibes only. This is a judgement-free zone for men & women alike.
Stay in the loop
Check our Instagram stories every Thursday & Friday — we run a poll to confirm numbers for the night.
G U I D E L I N E S & C O N S E N T
Respect the space
By attending class, you acknowledge that photos and videos may be taken for promotional and social media purposes. If you prefer not to be recorded or posted, please let us know before class begins and avoid joining group photos 🤍
For our little ones: Children under 5 must have an adult present. Dedicated under-5 classes will be announced soon. Babies and young children who aren't dancing must be seated and not running onto the dance floor.
Men's classes are not currently running — they will be announced separately when they return.
Thank you for respecting the space, the culture, and each other ✨
Au vai'ne maneā
Inside our classes
A little glimpse of the love, laughter and sisterhood we share each week.
P R I C E L I S T
Class pricing
CASUAL CLASSES
- Under 5 — adult presentFree
- Kids (5–9)$5.40
- Teens (10–15)$10.50
- Adults (16+)$15.60
FAMILY PASS — PER CLASS
- 1 adult + up to 2 kids$30.85
- 2 adults + up to 2 kids$40.95
- 3 teens & under (parent paying)$30.85 + $5.40/kid
4 WEEK PASS
- 1 adult + kids$112.20
- 2 adults + kids$152.90
No refunds — credit for future classes only.
F R I D A Y C L A S S
Book your Friday(s)
Fridays · 5:00 – 6:00 pm · 17/8 Magenta Tce, Mandurah WA 6210. Pay for this Friday, or pick a few in advance.
E V E N T N O T I C E B O A R D
What's coming up
U P C O M I N G
Soulful Island Event
November 2026 — date TBC
Gary Holland Community Centre, Rockingham WA
Our headline event — beginner women, intermediate women, potiki and a men's group on the floor together. Register your spot below.
RegisterU P C O M I N G
More events coming soon
TBA
Mandurah & Perth
Watch this space — workshops, community performances and guest classes are in planning.
S O U L F U L I S L A N D E V E N T
Register your spot
Happening November 2026 — date TBC at Gary Holland Community Centre, Rockingham. Limited spots in each group — just pop your name down to lock it in.
R E G I S T R A T I O N R E Q U I R E M E N T S
- You must attend as many practices as you can.
- You must be willing to help make costumes.
- Registrations close 20th June 2026.
- Practices start first Friday of July 2026.
- Each group will perform a Kapā Rima (action song) and Ura pa'u (drum dance).
- Potiki will perform their Kapā Rima straight into their Ura Pa'u all at once.
Beginner Women
10 spots for women new to ura. No experience needed — just heart.
0 of 10 spots taken
Intermediate Women
10 spots. Must be able to go down to the floor and dance on the floor.
0 of 10 spots taken
Potiki (2–6 yrs)
10 spots for our littlest dancers. Adult present required.
0 of 10 spots taken
Men's — Who's Interested?
Numbers TBC. Register your interest and we'll be in touch.