my studies in the Niuolahiki program since 2008, and plan to continue. If it was not for this program, I never would have been able to learn Hawaiian, as I live on the mainland. All of my kumu are dedicated teachers and have supported and encouraged me throughout the years. We would not be able to learn as we have without their aloha and continual support.” -Niuolahiki Teacher-directed Student

Niuolahiki program provides a thorough understanding and implementation of the Hawaiian language that cannot be found anywhere else. The program allows the student to move at a comfortable self-paced rate which makes for a solid understanding of the language. A wonderful experience.” -Dr. James B. (KimoB), Niuolahiki Self-directed Student

well-presented introduction to the Hawaiian language, with testing along the way to reinforce what was learned.” -Niuolahiki Self-directed Student

learn Hawaiian. I found Niuolahiki and now I'm doing it at my own pace and on my own time, this is great. Mahalo.” -Niuolahiki Self-directed Student

online language program is so helpful in developing skills and retaining important concepts. Having access to the information gives numerous opportunities to review, practice and gain competency. The handouts, audio/video recordings, and self-paced learning and testing provide a relaxed challenging context for growth and mastery.” -Niuolahiki Self-directed Student

goes into offering these courses is enormous, I am sure. I thank everyone in the Niuolahiki program, and at ʻAha Pūnana Leo. E ola ka ʻōlelo Hawaiʻi. The Hawaiian language shall live!” -Niuolahiki Teacher-directed Student

he mau mākau koʻikoʻi i hiki iaʻu ke holomua i ka ʻōlelo Hawaiʻi. Ua mākaukau wau i kēia papa me ke kumu no ka papa kamaʻilio a palena ʻole koʻu mahalo i ke kumu no nā mea aʻu i aʻo mai ai i loko o ia papa. He koa ʻōlelo Hawaiʻi au ma ka ʻāina ʻē a ʻo Niuolahiki ke kumu!” -Niuolahiki Teacher-directed Student

hui with those who want to take responsibility in perpetuating ka ʻōlelo Hawaiʻi and to come together with others trying to achieve their palapala (degree) ma ka ʻōlelo Hawaiʻi.” -Niuolahiki Self-directed Student

beautifully narrated by native speakers these lessons gave me confidence I can learn the Hawaiian language. Mahalo!” -Niuolahiki Self-directed Student

of the family is all Hawaiian and my dad's family is from England. I'm white but I am very very proud to be part-Hawaiian. My uncles and aunts can speak Hawaiian and I'm very excited to soon be able to communicate with everyone.” :) -Niuolahiki Self-directed Student