Pamana Sessions
CULTURAL WORKSHOPS
Immerse yourself in Filipino heritage through hands-on Pamana Sessions!
Cultural workshops that highlight traditional dance, martial arts, art, and garden-to-table practices.
“Pamana” means legacy or inheritance in Filipino, and by participating, you’ll gain knowledge and skills you can pass on to others. Learn the rhythm of tinikling, explore Filipino martial arts like eskrima, craft your own block print tote, or discover the wonders of malunggay.
Workshops are free and open to all ages—spots are limited, so sign up online or at the Cultural Workshops table in the Casamina Ballroom!
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Schedule
| Time | Workshop | Facilitator |
|---|---|---|
| 11:00 - 11:50 AM |
Tinikling with Tekniqlingz A beginner-friendly workshop on the Filipino bamboo dance, Tinikling! Participants will learn basic steps while getting in a fun cardio workout. |
Gabe Torno |
| 12:00 - 12:50 PM |
Kali-Escrima: Tobosa Casag Style Learn the fundamentals of this unique Filipino martial art, blending traditional principles with practical self-defense, rooted in the Sakada legacy. |
Tobosa School of Kali-Escrima |
| 1:00 – 1:50 PM |
Malunggay Block Print Tote Bags Create custom canvas tote bags using handmade lino block stamps inspired by the daily life and aspirations of working-class communities. |
Kami Yamamoto |
| 2:00 – 2:50 PM |
Filipino Martial Arts: Doce Pares Lineage An engaging intro to Kali, Arnis, and Eskrima with live instruction in self-defense and the cultural heritage of Filipino fighting systems. |
Hawaiʻi Defense Academy |
| 3:00 – 3:50 PM |
Malunggay: Garden-to-Table Traditions Learn the cultural and practical significance of the “miracle tree,” with tips on propagation, recipes, and a chance to take home malunggay cuttings or samples. |
Carolyn Weygan-Hildebrand |