Upcoming

Upena - 4 Weeks

$ 250 usd
Register
Sat, Jun 20, 2026, 8:00 AM HST – Sat, Jul 11, 2026, 12:00 PM HST
Kamuela Farmers Market @ Pukalani Stables, 67-139 Pukalani Rd., Waimea, HI, USA Map
Upena - 4 Weeks

Come for all 4 hours for the 4 week period or drop in when you can between 8 AM & 12 PM.

Class includes all materials and a free Cotton T-Shirt to represent Upena Culture!

Class includes: 

  • Art of Throwing an Upena. Each of you will give it a throw.
  • We will talk about the concept of designing and starting a net in relation to a circle ⭕️. 
  • Use props to practice tying different knots used in net making and repair. 
  • Discuss tools used and names along with their functions.
  • Learn about net size, eye size, and the mathematical formulations involved. 
  • Learn the different parts of the upena.
  • Learn to repair skirts and lead line.

Class if for 15 years and older. Minors (under 18) must have a parent or guardian enrolled in the class with them.

If you do not want to sign up for 4 weeks, you can come as a drop in on a first come, first service basis and pay $85 on the same day thru cash or Venmo.

Cancelation Policy:

To cancel a workshop registration and receive a refund, notify us at least 30 days before the start date of your workshop. If we are given the required 30 days notice we will refund your payment, minus a $50 cancellation fee. No refunds will be issued for cancellations made within 30 days of the start of the workshop.

Register

Instructors

Apolonio Kalani Aquino Sr.

Upena Weaver/Owner

Contact us

Location

Kamuela Farmers Market @ Pukalani Stables, 67-139 Pukalani Rd., Waimea, HI, USA

Classifications

Categories
  • Specialized Workshops
Age Groups
  • Makua/Adult (16 yrs to 100)