Photo taken at University of Hawaii Manoa International Night 2009
The Tekniqlingz Crew came about through the Tinikling Workshops held by the Katipunan Club of the University of Hawaii at Manoa. They are a traditional and modern Philippine folk dance group which perpetuates the Filipino American youth culture through the creative arts and entertainment. With its foundation based on modernizing traditional Philippine folk dances, the Tekniqlingz are a dance crew in the making which seeks to inspire and influence new innovations to the world of hip-hop and dance.
History Marks and Milestones.
2008
Established on Saturday, February 9. First Tek Workshop held at UH Manoa.
Official debut of the “Tekniqlingz” at UH Katipunan Spring Dramafest 2008
Won 1st in group category for Fall 2008 UH Manoa Talent Show.
2009
First collaboration with Mahalohalo Kolintang Ensemble at UH Katipunan Spring Dramafest 2009
Introduced Jericah Baxa as our official “on-call” performer as a Singer.
Won 3rd Place in both solo (Jericah) and group category at UH Manoa Talent Show 2009.
2010
Introduced Honolulu Filipino Jaycees 2010 President Angel Lewis as official crew Emcee.
Second collaboration with HPU Kababayan Filipino American Student Association performing at HPU Intercultural Day 2010. Won 1st in performance.
The Crew- Active Members
Mommy Angel, Gabe “Tha Boss”, Josh “YoungBlood”, Armand “Mondo”, Niccolo “Nico”, Candace “Kahn”, Gilbert “Gbert”, Heide “HD”, Marinette “Mnet”, Lowella “Lo”, Ronelyene “RoRo”, Louise “The Key”, Chris “Chino Dolla”
Nawawala (Missing): Chris “Bizcit”, Erika, Ariel, Nuelle “Tiny/Blackberry/Ziplock/”
Tek 1st Generation
1) Gabe “Kuya/Boss/Bea Can” 2) Maika 3) Riva 4) Karen 5) Randy 6) Zal 7) Evette 
LeeAnn 9) LeeAnn 10) Janelle 11) Margie 12) Jodel 12) Jackie 13) Dave 14) Lorie
Tek 2nd Generation
1) Josh “YoungBlood/Unggoy/etc.” 2) Heide “HD” 3) Gilbert “Gbert” 4) Louise “The Key” 5) Armand “Mondo” 6) Jericah 7) Niccolo “Nico” Candace “Kahn” 9) Marinette “Mnet” 10) Lowella “Lo” 11) Ronelyene “RoRo” 12) Chris “Chino Dolla” 13) Nuelle “Tiny/Blackberry/Ziplock/” 14) Sonya “Blade” 15) Chris “Bizcit” 16) Kristian “Manny” 17) Ariel 18) Erika
“Prior to becoming a “Tek” myself, I honestly thought that I wouldn’t commit. But now, I’ve come to the conclusion that this group was a blessing in disguise. I love coming to practices (no matter how lazy I am) not only to see friends, but also experience a sense of my culture outside of the classroom; to really be part of it. Being a military brat all my life, I never got to be as close to my roots as much as I am now. Sure, being in a Filipino class teaches me about the culture, but to experience it is a whole other story. And it’s not even about the culture. Tekniqlingz has taught me time management, networking, as well as polishing up my social skills. I will admit that there are times when it seems like the idea of quitting is the best option, but at the end of the day, no matter how tired I get, no matter how many mistakes I make, no matter how sore I feel – I’m glad I stayed. I love you guys. 
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-Victoria Louise *The Key* Estira, Former 101 student going into 102 this Fall
