Aloha my name is Kapono Kapaekukuiokahilinai. I’m 32 years old and I’m currently living in Hilo with my ohana. I have been studying Hawaiian arts and weapon making for about 8 years. I started out with making papa kuʻi ʻai and pōhaku kuʻi ʻai under the direction of my first Kumu Alika Sing (ewa beach). I had always taken in interest in Lua (Hawaiian Martial arts) ever since I was young. I was invited to join a pā lua under the direction of Olohe Umi kai. Since joining the Pā I have been crafting Hawaiian tools, implements, and weapons. In my class I will teach you the basics of Mea Kaua (War instrument)