• Introductory to Waka Ama for whānau or individuals
• Learn basic Waka Ama Te Reo & Tikanga
• Learn basic forward paddle stroke
• Fun, safe environment with a splash of race excitement
• Connects whānau with HB Waka Ama Clubs
• Potential to increase membership for Waka Ama Clubs
• Earn MaraeFit points at every session

General Information

• Annually, normally starts at end of January
• 4 Friday sessions, 2 races per team
• Minimal cost at $10 per team or
• $2 per individual per session
• Venue – Pandora Pond & Clive River
• Final session – Marae, intergenerational races

• Learn the cultural significance/history of areas in your own rohe (region)
• Opportunity to learn and be active as a Whānau at the same time
• Current series 1.0 in the Whanganui-a-Orotu (Napier) rohe:

1. Otatara Pā,
2. Puke Iohiohio (Park Island),
3. Roro-ō-Kuri (Eskview)
4. Te Ipu a Taraia (Pondora Pond)

• Developing Series in Tamatea, Heretaunga and Wairoa region
• Free to participate
• Earn MaraeFit points at every session