PAPARA, Tahiti, July 26 (Reuters) - Tahiti welcomed the 2024 Olympic surfing event on Friday with blazing sunshine, songs and Polynesian culture honouring the sport's ancient roots, a world away from ...

The sound of Tahitian drums rings out where Marilou Ubaldo Lafon teaches dance classes. She teaches four children’s classes — hip hop and hula/Tahitian at the Pacifica Athletic Center, plus a whole ...

As rain drenches the world's Olympians in the Games' opening ceremony in Paris, the surfing tournament opens to blazing sunshine in faraway Tahiti, where waves are matched by a rare few Tahiti ...

Now known as French Polynesia, Tahiti has a long history. The islands were originally settled by Polynesian immigrants in 500 BC. Over time, the island has changed. However, it remains one of the most ...

Performers from Aloha Hula Dance Studio in Granada Hills dance during the Kiki Raina Tahiti Fete group dance competition Sunday in Merced. Tahitian dance, food, wares and more were part of the event.

KRYSTLE MARCELLUS / [email protected] Tahitian dance moves are often rigorous, targeting the legs and core, and incorporating arm movements. Select an option below to continue reading this ...

Hips will shake, drums will beat and grass skirts will sway this weekend in Merced at an annual celebration that draws crowds from out of the area. The 38th annual Kiki Raina Tahiti Fete’s doors open ...

Playing on traditional Tahitian drums are (from left) Keidon Himiona, 11, Cyprus Christie, 10, Tahuriorangi Mihaka, 11, and Leo Christie, 6, playing on traditional Tahitian drums. Photo/Stephen Parker ...

PAPARA, Tahiti (Reuters) -Tahiti welcomed the 2024 Olympic surfing event on Friday with blazing sunshine, songs and Polynesian culture honouring the sport's ancient roots, a world away from the rain ...