🌴 Our Why: Preserving Fa‘a Samoa

At the heart of Taupou Ma LeAloali’i Siva Academy is a mission to preserve, celebrate, and pass on the values of Fa’a Samoa - the Samoan way of life. Our dance, language, songs, and ceremonies are more than tradition - they are our living identity.

Through our academy, we share the teachings passed down by our elders:

  • Respect (Fa’aaloalo)

  • Service (Tautua)

  • Honor (Mamalu)

  • Family (Aiga)

👑 The Meaning Behind Taupou & Aloali‘i

Our academy is named after the traditional high-ranking children of the paramount chief of the village:

Taupou - Princess, symbol or grace and village pride.

Aloali’i - Prince, trained in service and leadership.

By naming our academy after these roles, we remind each student that they are a part of a legacy - with dignity, responsibility, and cultural power.

📚 Our Teaching Approach

We blend:

  • Traditional Protocol with Modern Pedagogy

  • Oral History with Hands-on Workshops

  • Samoan Language with English Support

  • Respect for Elders with leadership training for youth

Students don’t just learn to dance - they learn how to represent their family, village, and ancestors with pride.

🎓 Programs Inspired by Culture:

  • Cultural Etiquette & History

  • Samoan Language Practice

  • Workshops

  • Elder-led storytelling and introductions

🌺Why Dance Matters

Traditional Samoan siva is not only movement - it is storytelling, it is history, it is sacred.

Siva Samoa - expresses grace, humility and identity.

Fa’ataupati (Slap Dance) - represents unity, strength, and warrior discipline.

Sasa - demonstrates coordination and community rhythm.

Taualuga - is a symbol or honor, led by the Taupou or Manaia (Aloali’i)

Each movement has purpose - each performance teaches pride and presence.