TE WHARE TŪ TAUA O AOTEAROA THE INTER-NATIONAL SCHOOL OF MĀORI WEAPONRY
Kaupapa
- To restore identity and self worth to the individual by empowering them with knowledge about themselves and their Maori history.
- To enhance self confidence in the individual by the strong demands of the kaupapa and course of which has a rigid etiquette of personal courtesies.
- To develop humility and self-restraint by the high standards of discipline and behavior required in the use of the Taiaha as a weapon.
- To promote fluency in Te Reo Māori and Tikanga.
- To promote top physical fitness and good attitudes towards health.
- To master all uses of the Taiaha as a weapon, ceremonial and as a fighting art.
Future Aims & Goals
To formalise the present curriculum to Bachelor of Arts and Masters Degree levels.
To empower the individual with knowledge and confidence to achieve in both worlds, Te Ao Māori as well as the mainstream education and in the workforce.
To empower the individual with knowledge and confidence to achieve in both worlds, Te Ao Māori as well as the mainstream education and in the workforce.
