The first time I stepped into this building I marveled at the architecture and beautiful light that cascaded down upon the dancers. What a gorgeous space with such enchanting light that I’d never noticed before.

I passed this building at least 100 times before and never taken a second look. I grew up in Kaimuki, the east Honolulu neighborhood where this studio is located, and from the outside, this structure seems like any other old-fashioned building. Full of charm and character, but in no way striking or particularly memorable.

But once you step inside and at the right time of day when the sun is shining in, illuminating whatever is in its gaze - this structure is extraordinary. And that magical feeling is what washed over me the first day I attended class.