Sharing the Spirit Distinctive Aboriginal Culture Convention and Incentive Programs The people indigenous to the Pacific Northwest come from a long tradition of creating art, dance and song that represent their beliefs and culture. This artistic heritage can create lasting memories and inspire your groups. The aboriginal people believe strongly in sharing, welcoming and offerings for the future. The internationally renowned native dance troupe, the "Le-La-La Dancers", have compelling programs for entertaining, inspiring and welcoming visitors to their territories. The art of giving and receiving as expressed through the Potlatch ceremony has been restored for the first time in unique programs tailor-made for conventions, incentives, corporate meetings and tour groups. We invite you to contact us for further information about our exciting and heart-warming programs. Send an email now for more info     Meet and Greet A unique way for your group to feel welcomed as they arrive on the West Coast.Our professional aboriginal hosts and hostesses will greet your group and sing a song of welcome accompanied by native drumming. The spectacular regalia that our hosts wear make for very colorful group photographs. Suggestions: Our leader can present each member of your group with a beautiful hand-crafted silver or bronze pendant as a keep sake   Welcome Ceremony - 15 minutes An unforgettable "Welcome" ceremony performed by the Leader of the "Le-La-La Dancers". A heart warming beginning to any gathering. This memorable ceremony will touch deep into emotions and inspires creativity and change. The native language is used for this ceremony with translations following in English. A traditional native drum accompanies a song of welcome. A blessing for a successful and safe journey if provided for your group. Suggestions: Our leader can present each member with a beautiful hand-crafted silver or bronze pendant as a keepsake.   Farewell Ceremony - 15 minutes A spectacular culmination to your gathering! This program highlights the achievements and new bonds that have been formed during your stay. The traditional farewell dance is the colorful "Peace Dance". Ancient drum rhythms and special songs capture the emotions involved with saying "good-byes". This is a special way to send off your guests in style and class. A send-off they will never forget. Suggestions: Our leader can present each member with a beautiful hand-crafted silver or bronze pendant as a keepsake.   Spirit of the Masks - 45 minutes Discover the ancient legends, songs and dances of the First Nations. Through vibrant regalia, exquisite masks and heartbeat drum rhythms the history and culture of the Kwakwaka'wakw peoples are highlighted. This is a truly memorabel experience that only a priviledged few will ever see. This program includes a Welcome song and a variety of dances featuring carved cedar animal and spirit masks, head-dresses, drums, rattles and button blankets. Each dance demonstration has its own unique legend and history, which will be explained to you by the leader of the troupe. You will gain a remarkable insight and appreciation of the traditional ways and values of the Kwakwaka'wakw culture. Performances are offered from 10 minutes to 1 hour in duration. A traditional Native Salmon BBQ feast can be arranged. Suggestions: Our leader can present each member of your group with a beautiful traditional hand-crafted silver or bonze pendant as a keepsake. Video Cassettes of the performance can be produced as keepsakes for your delegates.   About The "Le-La-La Dancers" The Le-La-La Dancers are a traditional First Nations dance troupe whose members are from the Kwakwaka'wakw (Kwak Kwak kee wak) Nation of northern Vancouver Island. Le-La-La means, "traveling form here to there" in the Kwakwaka'wakw language. The troupe has been performing all over Canada and internationally since 1987 under the direction of George Taylor (potlatch name Me'las). George began singing and dancing at potlatches when he was just a young lad. Many respected elders and Chiefs have influenced and contributed to his repertoire of songs and dances. The "Spirit of the Masks" dance presentation delivers strong messages of respect and honor for each other, as well as towards our environment and Mother Earth. Many former Le-La-La dancers have gone on to success in life strengthened by the mentoring of being a "Le-La-La Dancer". Click to read about our Distinctive Aboriginal Culture Convention and Incentive Programs Sharing the Spirit     Bookings and Performance Info Terms and Conditions: 25% is due at time of booking. This is non-refundable within 30 days of the event. 25% is due two weeks before performance and the balance is due upon completion. Island Adventure Tours will provide a contract to confirm all details. The Le-la-la dancers can travel to anywhere in the world. Programs can be delivered for example on Vancouver Island, Whistler and Vancouver by adding travel costs. Sample gifts, promotional pictures and other information can be provided upon request. Please contact info@lelaladancers.com at 250-812-7103 for more information.     Island Adventure Tours Island Adventure Tours is Vancouver Island's premiere Eco-Tour and Adventure Tour company. They have a variety of programs including rainforest hikes, sea-kayaking, wildlife watching, aboriginal culture tours and Corporate Adventure Weekends.     For bookings and more information please contact: Jeff Hunter-Smith 250-812-7103 1032 Oliphant St., Victoria, B.C, V8V 2V1 Fax: 250-383-3527 email: info@islandadventuretours.com