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 WAKA AMA copy

   DURATION 36 weeks per year (3 years)

   START March 2012 (Semester A)

   FEES  No fees

Overview


This programme will teach you skills around waka ama, including paddling, coaching, team management, food preparation and whānau support. The programme encourages lifelong learning and development and is taught in a supportive and positive environment. You’ll also complete your Level 1 coaching qualification through this waka ama programme, which you can use across other sporting arenas.

 

Entry details


To be enrolled in this programme, you’ll need to:

 

• be at least 16 years old
• have either: - successfully completed a Level 3 programme in a related area - prior waka experience.

 

What you’ll study


In this programme, you’ll learn:

 

• paddling technique
• roles and responsibilities within waka ama club management
• water safety
• coaching at Level 1
• the types of waka
• the history and traditions of waka ama
• tikanga waka
• tikanga Māori
• whakapapa
• water safety skills.

 

How you’ll study


This programme involves a mix of study activities, including face-to-face, group work, tutorials, experiential and peer learning, self-directed and/or directed study.

 

You’ll need to:

 

• attend eight, monthly noho

• attend a one-day wānanga.


Further study


This programme leads to:

• Te Korowai Ākonga - Bachelor of Teaching (Primary) Levels 5, 6 & 7

• tourism

• outdoor education.

 


Career opportunities


Skills gained in this programme will prepare you for a career in:

• tourism

• sport

• leisure

• health

• teaching
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