Learn how to build your own Tenor Ukulele!  
School for Ukulele making

Class Description:

Cost: $500.00 per person
(includes ukulele supplies)

Basic Ukulele:

Limited to 6 people per session.
Sessions are 3 hours, one day a week for 10 consecutive weeks.

Or Call Us:

phone/fax:
(808) 847-1541
718 Puuhale Rd.
Honolulu, HI
96819

How Classes Work:
During the 10 session course students will learn our 8 phase method of ukulele making using jigs and tools supplied by Hana Lima 'Ia. Each student will construct his or her own complete 4-string Tenor 'ukulele. All components and materials are included.


Students will make a 4 string Tenor Ukulele with Honduran Mahogany. Engleman Spruce or Western Red Cedar Soundboards optional. Rosewood (bubinga) fretboard and bridge, Gotoh SGM Mini Tuners, and Aquila Nylgut are included, upgrades optional.

The first Available class starts:

Hana Lima 'Ia 2008 Workshop Sessions:
Last Update: 4/21/08


Spring:
January 12th thru March 15th Saturday 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.
(every Saturday for 10 weeks) class complete

March 29th thru May 31st Saturdays 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 noon
(every Saturday for 10 weeks) class in progress



Summer (Intensive Session):
This session will be held daily, Monday thru Friday for two consecutive weeks. There will be only one Accelerated session per year limited to 6 people. Cost is $500.00 all materials included, no tool requirements. Summer courses are for mainland or outer island students. Plan to buy lunches at the local Kalihi eateries.

June 9th thru June 20th Monday through Friday 9:00 a.m. to 3 p.m.
(daily for 2 weeks)



Fall:
August 2nd thru October 4th Saturdays 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.
(every Saturday for 10 weeks)



Winter:
October 18th thru December 20th Saturdays 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.
(every Tuesday for 10 weeks)




*all sessions limited to 6 students

Cost: $500.00 (Includes Materials)

Students will make a 4 string Tenor Ukulele with Honduran Mahogany. Rosewood (bubinga) fretboard and bridge, Gotoh SGM Mini Tuners, and Aquila Nylgut are included, upgrades optional. Students will learn the Spanish Style neck-to-body connection and fan bracing pattern.

To reserve a session requires a deposit of $50.00 sent to Hana Lima 'Ia at:
718 Pu'uhale Rd. Honolulu, Hawaii 96819.

Balance of session cost will be due on our first session date. Call Mike with any questions: (808) 847-1541

Students will be required to bring: Straight Edge, Mechanical Pencil and a sharp 1/2" Chisel.

All students will be provided with a full-scale tenor Ukulele Plan and a course outline.

Hana Lima 'Ia is located in Kalihi about 5 minutes from the airport, 10 minutes from downtown and 20 minutes from Waikiki. Bus service to town or Waikiki is within walking distance (2 blocks). Hana Lima 'Ia's shop is fully equipped and now class is air-conditioned!

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