Mau Rākau - Māori Martial Arts : Kāwai Raupapa - Certificate in Māori and Indigenous Art (Level 4)
Course details
About the course
Mau Rākau is a traditional Māori martial art and this unique programme gives you the opportunity to learn the ancestral practices, values and protocols of the warrior.
You'll learn about Māori culture and traditions, gain new skills and get fit. Have fun in an inclusive learning environment while you develop a specialised skill set, and help to preserve the rich culture and art of the warrior.
When you pass this programme, you'll have this qualification:
- New Zealand Certificate in Ngā Toi Level 4 (Mau Rākau)
You'll learn about:
- mau rākau and tū taua
- sport, games and training exercises of the toa
- whakapapa and pepeha
- karakia
- knowledge, tikanga and values of the toa
- stances, positions, strokes, body movements, facial expressions, blocks, counters, engagement.
Entry requirements
To enrol in this programme, a potential student must be:
- be at least 16 years of age
- be a New Zealand citizen (or citizen of Australia, Tokelau, Niue, Cook Islands) or permanent resident
- submit a portfolio of creative practice
- attend an interview and selection process to demonstrate suitability to the programme.
*This course is not available to international students.
About the provider
Established in 1984, Te Wānanga o Aotearoa will provide holistic education opportunities of the highest quality for Māori, peoples of Aotearoa and the world.
Te Wānanga o Aotearoa is one of New Zealand's largest tertiary education providers. We offer a comprehensive range of certificate to degree level qualifications to New Zealanders of all ages and walks of life.
Operating from over 80 locations throughout the country, we provide a unique learning environment. We aim to overcome barriers to learning, and to meet the needs of all within the communities we serve.
Guided by Māori principles and values, we take great pride in this nurturing and inclusive learning environment, as well as the depth and diversity of our courses in small business, computing, social work, teaching, Māori performing arts and te reo Māori.