 As a young dancer in Hawai'i, he trained under kumu hula Robert Cazimero, a member of the musical duo The Brothers Cazimero.In 2003, Makuakāne completed intensive traditional hula training under Mae Kamāmalu Klein and earned the title of kumu hula.The dance company of about 25 women and 15 men has performed in many locations around the United States, including New York City, New Orleans, Honolulu, San Francisco, and Napa.