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Experience Māori Culture
Hoani Waititi is an urban Marae which offers your school or group the opportunity to experience the Maori culture through partaking in traditional Maori story telling, cultural workshops, games, and experiences on the Marae.
The following is a list of workshops we offer:
- Korero on Wharenui
- Learn a Waiata
- Learn a Haka
- Learn how to use a Poi
- Learn how to use a Taiaha
- Learn how to play Traditional Games
- Learn how to Raranga (Weaving)
- Learn about Traditional Instruments
- Learn about the different Traditional Weapons
Hoani Waititi Marae also provides the following programmes for all
Whānau in our Communities
Marae Experience
Hoani Waititi is an urban Marae which offers your school or group the opportunity to experience the Maori culture through partaking in traditional Maori story telling, cultural workshops, games, and experiences on the Marae.
Tikanga Māori
Tikanga Maori programmes use Maori philosophy, values, knowledge and practice to help Taane or Wahine increase their understanding of their Maori identity. We teach them values and improve their self-esteem and confidence.
Te Whare Tu Taua o Aotearoa
Founding base for Te Whare Tu Taua National School for Ancient Maori Weaponry. We provides a comprehensive course in the use of Maori weapons, Maori language, Maori history, Maori traditions, Maori customs, fitness and leadership.