Tama Tū, Tama Ora, Tama Noho, Tama Mate

Mau Rakau

A collaboration between Whakatū Marae and Te Whare Tū Taua o Aotearoa, to deliver and learn through the ancient arts of Māori weaponry.

Waka Ama

Whakatū Marae supports the Whakatū Marae Waka Ama Club. The Club was established to continue the Waka Ama kaupapa in a more competitive vein, supporting paddlers of all ages to learn, participate, and compete.

Ki-o-Rahi

A large team game played between 2 teams of 7 players, kioma and taniwha on a large circular field. Played for 4 quarters or 2 halves of a set time, teams alternate roles of Kīoma and Taniwha at half or quarter time.

Mau Rakau

Te Whare Tū Taua o Whakatū

E ngā pia o Te Whare Tū Taua...
Ko taku taiaha tēnei, he rākau atua, he rākau tipua, he rākau kai rangi, he rākau kai papa
he rākau kai matakaka e...
E ngā pia pono o Te Whare Tū Taua kāore he kōrero tua atu i tena.
Nā reira koutou e ako ana i ngā tini rohe i ngā takiwa o te motu, ki tāwahi rānei kia kaha ki te ako i ngā taonga i tuku iho nō tuawhakarere iho.

Normalising Māori martial arts

A collaboration between Whakatū Marae and Te Whare Tū Taua o Aotearoa, to deliver and learn through the ancient arts of Māori weaponry.

To restore identity and self-worth to the individual by empowering them with knowledge about themselves and their Māori history.
To enhance self confidence in the individual by the strong demands of the kaupapa and course of which has a rigid etiquette of personal courtesies.
To develop humility and self-restraint by the high standards of discipline and behaviour required in the use of the Taiaha as a weapon.
To promote fluency in Te Reo Māori and Tikanga.
To promote top physical fitness and good attitudes towards health.
To master all uses of the Taiaha as a weapon, ceremonial and as a fighting art.

If you are interested or would like further information, please contact Raniera on 027 258 0098 or email dan.petersen@whakatumarae.co.nz

Mondays:

6.00pm till 7.00pm beginners
6.00pm till 8.00pm for those who intend to grade

Cost:
First 8 weeks is free
Weekly sessions under 12yrs free
13yrs and over, weekly koha

Wānanga is an additional cost for all

Waka Ama

Unlike many sports waka ama is steeped in the powerful histories and traditions. Waka ama is not just a sport, but also a vehicle for identity, pride and community.

The core values are Manaakitanga (reciprocity & inclusivity), Hauora (well-being), Whanaungatanga (belonging, identity & collective strength) & Tū Tangata (accountability, respect, integrity & passion). These are reflected in the values and tikanga that underpins waka ama.

If you would like to paddle, contact Whakatū Marae Waka Ama Club – Facebook Page.

Download Membership Form

Waka ama links

Waka Ama NZ
Maitahi OCC
Te Tai o Aorere
Motueka Waka Ama

Ki-o-Rahi

What is Ki-o-Rahi

Ki-o-Rahi is based on the Purakau (legend) of Rahitutakahina and the rescue of his wife Tiarakurapakewai. The tākaro is a reflection of Tupuna story telling at its best, as well as provides an insight into the way in which they would explain and design Tākaro to reflect their unique "world view". The Papa Tākaro (field) layout of Ki o Rahi and the way the Tākaro is played is a perfect example of this.

7 players per team

A large team game played between 2 teams, kioma and taniwha on a large circular field. Played for 4 quarters or 2 halves of a set time, teams alternate roles of Kīoma and Taniwha at half or quarter time.

Whakatū Marae will be starting games again in term 4 st Victory Park