La’ei
Community Trust

La’ei is dedicated to strengthening cultural identity, wellbeing, and opportunity within our Pasifika community. Rooted in our heritage, we create spaces where individuals and families can connect, grow, and thrive through dance, creative arts, life skills, and meaningful community programmes. We honour our traditions while embracing the needs of today—celebrating culture as the foundation of confidence, belonging, and resilience.
Alongside our cultural and creative pathways, La’ei provides practical support that empowers people to reach their potential. From youth development and community workshops to personalised life coaching and capability-building initiatives, we champion growth at every stage. Our commitment is to uplift, inspire, and guide our community toward stronger foundations, confident futures, and healthier lives.

OUR CULTURE. OUR STRENGTH. OUR FUTURE.

community programmes
A movement rooted in Sāmoan heritage—where dance becomes our voice, our connection, and our celebration of identity for generations to come.

Elei
Siva Sāmoa

for girls

One week Siva Sāmoa School Holiday program for young girls set up in two classes ages (5y-9y) and (10y-16y).

Mamanu
Siva Sāmoa

for boys

Free eight-week Siva Sāmoa program for young boys aged between five to twelve years old.

Elei
Siva Sāmoa

for girls

One week Siva Sāmoa School Holiday program for young girls set up in two classes ages (5y-9y) and (10y-16y).

Mamanu
Siva Sāmoa

for boys

Free eight-week Siva Sāmoa program for young boys aged between five to twelve years old.

Tua’ā
Siva Sāmoa

for elderly

Designed to support the elderly in our community providing physical activity and connection through dance to strengthen their holistic wellbeing.

Clothed with strong cultural identity and healthy wellbeing.

what’s your style?

La’ei empowers our community to move with confidence—embracing Sāmoan dance, traditions, and the cultural practices that keep our heritage alive.

LEARN & GROW

our workshops

Puletasi Sewing Workshops

for adults

For adults who want to learn how to sew a Samoan puletasi or other Samoan attire for your family and friends.

$TBC

Lavalava Workshops

for adults

Create and design your own lavalava or t-shirt using authentic carving and printmaking resources.

$TBC

Prosper Pasifika Workshops

for adults

Prosper Pasifika is about building capability and capacity for our community in order to live their best lives.

$TBC

6-8 AUG

RUMBA

for all

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$67

19-20 AUG

FLAMENCO

for all

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$53

22-24 AUG

CHA-CHA

for all

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$82

LA’EI ONLINE SHOP

our products

Discover our range of cultural products designed to inspire, empower, and connect.

KIDS

for

2 – 8 years old

$99.99

TEENS

for

8 – 18 years old

$149.99

ADULTS

for

18+

$199.99

  • Great school can’t praise the elei tutors enough. Was my daughters first year last year even with all the lockdowns we managed to get there in the end. Thank you and look forward to coming again for dawn 🙂
    Filomena Faleaupu
  • My husband and I contacted Lorna to teach us a Samoan siva for our wedding first dance. I am half Samoan but have never learnt how to siva. My husband is palagi. Straight away, at our first meeting with Lorna, we loved her! She is such a lovely person and we immediately warmed to her. We ended up having four private lessons with her. She choreographed a beautiful siva for me and choreographed an awesome aiuli for my husband to complement my siva. We had such a fun time at every lesson! The final siva at our wedding was awesome! My Samoan aiga and our other friends and family absolutely loved it. We would both highly recommend ELEI Dance to anyone wanting to learn how to siva! Thank you Lorna! We love you! xo
    Sarah Richards
  • lovely people, their passion and patience in teaching our girls over 10 weeks was amazing. And at no cost is a blessing. Highly recommended. 👍
    Holly Schwalger

THE PEOPLE BEHIND LA’EI

our team

With deep cultural knowledge and creative skill, our team brings the movement, the energy, and the guidance that shape our programmes.

Lorna Fa’alafi
Director
Millie Vai
Program Administrator
Leafa Luatua
School Holiday Program Manager

DO YOU HAVE A QUESTION?
FEEL FREE TO CONTACT

contact us

Let’s talanoa. Contact us to learn more about our programmes, services, and community initiatives.

    ADDRESS

    Auckland Region,
    New Zealand

    OFFICE HOURS

    Monday – Friday
    09:00 AM – 05:00 PM

    Saturday
    10:00 AM – 05:00 PM

    CALL US

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    +64 27 311 3592