This class is focused on play, movement and traditional Māori games (Ngā taonga tākaro). If you enjoy movement, play, games and learning more about Māori culture, this is the class for you!
We aim to teach students:
Playing and engaging in Ngā Taonga Tākaro
Pūrākau and whakapapa of a large variety of Ngā Taonga Tākaro
Reflecting on how engaging in Taonga Tākaro impacts our well-being/ hauora
Looking at Interpersonal skills, improving interpersonal skills and reflecting on how these impact us every day
Exploring ngā uara within Te Ao Māori and how these connect to Ngā Taonga Tākaro and everyday life (tatū, kaitiakitanga, whanaungatanga, manaakitanga, whakaute, rangatiratanga, tūrangawaewae, kotahitanga, mohiotanga, tuakana/ teina)
Improving our motor skill and movement ability in Ngā Taonga Tākaro
With a good understanding of te reo Māori and Tikanga around Ngā Taonga Tākaro, you can enter any workforce you want but some of the following are also options
Ngā Taonga Tākaro Teacher/ Delivery
Teaching/ Education
Healthcare
Tourism