OUR MAUI Weddings Team
traditional hawaiian weddings on maui
We specialize in traditional Hawaiian Weddings to bring you a part of these Islands that not many will be able to experience. Our Hawaiian Ohana includes our Hawaii ministers and musicians, lovely dancers and chanters, our skilled florists, photographers and videographers who are all awaiting your arrival. And so are the white sandy beaches, lush tropical garden settings, charming Hawaii churches, immaculate hotel grounds, pristine private Maui estates, world class Hawaii golf courses, breathtaking cliffs and waterfalls, majestic mountains and all the peaceful settings Maui has to offer.
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Meet Arabelle
Arabelle was born and raised in Hamburg, Germany. She studied the law and English at the University of Hamburg before visiting Maui for the very first time in 1993. Here she fell in love with the island and met her Californian husband who she married in 1995. Standing barefoot in the warm sand, listening to the crashing waves and Hawaiian music while saying her “I Do’s” made her want to share this romantic and unique experience with as many people as she could. Fast forward to today, and Ancient Hawaiian Weddings has performed thousands of intimate beach weddings for couples from all over the world. Arabelle finds each and every wedding exciting and touching, pouring her heart and energy into every couples’ dream and making it a reality.
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MEET YOUR HAWAIIAN WEDDING OHANA
Ohana means “family” in Hawaiian. Our Hawaiian ministers, musicians, Hula dancers, conch shell blowers, Hawaiian chanters and torch bearers, florists, photographers, videographers, caterers and limousine drivers that we have worked with from early on and who will make you part of their “ohana” or extended family. Our Maui wedding ohana will ensure that your Maui wedding becomes the wedding of your dreams!
Get to know our wedding minsters below…
MAUI Reverend Robert
(Kuya) Alamodin
Reverend Robert (Kuya) Alamodin was born in the Samar Province in the Philippines and immigrated into the United States at the age of five. His younger years were permeated by catholic traditions and serving his family and community. Being the oldest of six siblings, “Kuya” – still his nick name- an expression meaning “brother or elder” learned to take on responsibility at an early age. His quest for his roots and his growing spirituality brought him to Hawaii. What started as “love at first sight” has become a lifelong commitment to these islands. Kuya started working as a certified nursing assistant, before becoming an aid working with handicapped people at the Paralympics. From there he started working for Hospice and has made the transition in 2009 to become Pastor at the Universal Life Church. His spiritual, Christian, non-denominational ceremonies combine Hawaiian traditions with his Christian faith. Kuya is a loving, always smiling and deeply caring human being who will calm the nerves of the most nervous Brides with love and ease.
MAUI REVEREND Tino
Valentine “Tino” Rosete
Valentine “Tino” Rosete was born and raised on Maui. His brother Vance, now living in Alaska, introduced him to the “New Passion Ministries Church” and Tino became a member. After having served as assistant pastor for years, Tino was ordained and became a minister in 2002. He has married thousands of couples throughout the years, starting each Christian ceremony with a traditional Hawaiian chant. His meaningful ceremony allows couples to revel in his soothing voice and calm manners. Tino feels blessed and honored to be able to meet and marry so many different couples from all over the world. There is nothing more beautiful to him as to share his believes and his love with each couple. He is deeply touches by each couples feelings for each other and known to shed more than one tear which makes him one of the most endearing ministers on Maui.
Sean
Keli’i
Sean “Keli’i” Aquino
Sean “Keli‘i” Aquino was born on the island of Maui. He has always felt deeply connected to the culture and traditions of our islands. His journey into officiating began with a desire to share the Aloha spirit and the beauty of Hawaiian customs with couples who wish to incorporate them into their special day. Keli’i is honored to craft heartfelt ceremonies that weave together love, tradition and the true spirit of Hawaii‘i. His goal is to create moments that feel personal, meaningful, and filled with Aloha- a reflection of each couple’s unique journey. Keli’i came into officiating religious and non-religious weddings and vow renewals when he realized that his calling was bringing authentic Hawaiian mana- power- and Hawaiian culture to the weddings.
Beyond officiating, Keli’i also performs as a fire knife dancer sharing the vibrant energy and cultural heartbeat of Polynesia. Whether through spoken words or the rhythm of flame and motion, his passion lies in creating unforgettable experiences that celebrate connection, culture, and love. He started as a young man, when the 3x world fire knife champion who happened to reside on Maui was retiring and needed to train replacements for the Luau shows. Keli’i was one of three that was under his wing to pass the torch. He never put the knives down since, drawn by the thrilling energy and artistry of it. Although working with fire comes with its challenges, it has always been something that inspires him and allows him to bring a unique and vibrant element to celebrations.
MAUI REVEREND Richardo
Ricardo Hanakoo
Richardo Hanakoo was born in Indonesia and was raised in an orphanage led by the Dutch. He studied at the Conzegao University and at a young age participated in Charity Organizations, helping the poor and less fortunate in South America and Indonesia. His spiritual journey started at that time and he became a healer and a teacher. Through his profession he met countless people who he helped with finding their own spirituality. Richardo came to Maui in 1995 and immediately knew that this island would be his new home. He is a non-denominational Christian minister and has the ability to make everyone enjoy each moment and revel in his infectious laughter. It is very important to him that every couple feels that the magical moment of getting married in Maui will stay with each couple their whole life.
Kale Kaalekahi
Kale
Kale Kaalekahi is a Native Hawaiian ceremonialist and visionary. His life’s journey has taken him across the globe, but his heart has always been rooted in the rich cultural traditions of Hawaii. He is passionate about sharing his heritage and cultural traditions through ceremonies that honor the sacredness of life and the beauty of human connection. He loves the opportunity to bring people together and create a space where they can feel the deep connections between themselves, their loved ones, and the land. His hope is to contribute to each couple’s special day by infusing it with the spirit of Aloha and the timeless culture of Maui. His goal is always to create a sacred space where people can connect with themselves, each other, and the deeper mysteries of life. Marriage is a sanctuary where the light of each person’s soul can shine brightly, illuminating the path they walk together. In marriage, we find a mirror of our deepest self, a reflection of the divine presence that dwells within and between us.
MAUI Reverend Kaniala
Kaniala Masoe
Daniel Fono Kekauoha Masoe, short Kaniala Masoe, was born in Hilo on the Big Island’s rainforest side. He started making music at the tender age of three years old. His Mother, who played many different instruments and often played music with his Dad who was a base player, taught him to play the Ukulele. Kaniala and his many siblings were able to sing, play music and dance Hula before going to kindergarden. He has won countless Falsetto championships since 2003 and has recorded numerous albums. He was the Winner of American Idol Hawaii chapter and is married to his lovely Hula dancer wife Melody who he has five children with. He moved to Maui in 2009 to pursue his career in music and met Reverend Laki Kaahumanu at a function who persuaded him to become a minster as well. Kaniala’s goal in life is to make his children, family and visitors alike understand the meaning of Hawaii, the culture and customs. He speaks Hawaiian fluently! He has founded several Lu’aus on all islands. His ceremonies are filled with chanting and conch shell blowing. Kaniala’s sunny disposition, his warm smile, is infectious laughter and his art to make the most out of every moment make him to one of Maui’s most sought after ministers.
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