Mau Rākau
Māori Martial Arts
Mau Rākau
Māori Martial Arts
If you’re looking to try an art form that is unique to Aotearoa, mau rākau could be the programme for you. Learn the ancestral practices, values and protocols of the warrior while improving your fitness and coordination.
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Programmes available
Ngā kaupapa whakataki
Introductory programmes (2)
Levels 1-3
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Toi Maruata | Mau Rākau
Certificate in Māori & Indigenous Art | Māori Martial Arts
Begin your journey in mau rākau, Māori martial arts. Learn the basics of weaponry, tikanga, and warrior values.
- Level 3
- Classroom
- No fees
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Toi Maruata | Mau Rākau
Certificate in Māori & Indigenous Art | Māori Martial Arts
Begin your journey in mau rākau, Māori martial arts. Learn the basics of weaponry, tikanga, and warrior values.
- Level 3
- Noho
- No fees
Ngā kaupapa takawaenga
Intermediate programmes (3)
Levels 4-6
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Kāwai Raupapa | Mau Rākau
Certificate in Māori & Indigenous Art | Māori Martial Arts
Step deeper into the art of the warrior. Learn advanced stances, strikes, and tikanga of mau rākau, Māori martial arts.
- Level 4
- Noho
- No fees
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Te Tohu Tiaki Taonga
Level 5
Explore traditional and contemporary ways of preserving and archiving taonga, from toi Māori to digital data.
- Level 5
- Classroom
- No fees
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Toi Paematua | Mau Rākau
Diploma in Māori & Indigenous Art | Māori Martial Arts
Become a practitioner of mau rākau, Māori martial arts. Hone advanced techniques and leadership skills.
- Level 5
- Noho
- No fees
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