Te Pōkaitahi Tikanga (Waka Ama) (Kaupae 4) | NZ Certificate in Tikanga (Waka Ama) (Level 4)
Sport & Recreation
A course by
EIT
Develop your understanding of tikanga with a focus on waka ama (outrigger canoeing). Gain the skills to participate in and support waka ama activities in your community.
In-person study
Face-to-face learning in a physical classroom setting
Available in 2 locations
It will take a total of 41 weeks
Core skills this course teaches
Apply advanced waka ama skills
Develop and demonstrate advanced paddling and racing techniques in the indigenous sport of waka ama.
Understand tikanga and te reo Māori
Describe and engage with cultural practices and local histories relevant to waka ama.
Promote health and wellbeing
Support and participate in health, safety, and wellbeing initiatives for individuals, whānau, and communities.
What You're Signing Up For
This NZ Certificate in Tikanga (Waka Ama) (Level 4) is designed for those who want to develop knowledge and practical skills in waka ama, with a foundation in te ao Māori. The programme includes advanced paddling and racing techniques, local history, health and safety, team building, lifestyle and wellbeing, and practical learning both on and off the water. This qualification supports graduates to participate in, coach, and promote waka ama within their communities.
Course Content
- Advanced paddling and racing technique in waka ama
- Te reo Māori and tikanga; local history (kōrero)
- Fitness and wellbeing principles for individuals and communities
- Health and safety procedures for water sports
- Historical and contemporary perspectives of waka ama
- Practical paddling skills, safety, and performance improvement
- Healthy lifestyle promotion, including fitness and nutrition
- Teamwork and leadership
- Environmental stewardship relating to water and waka ama
- Coaching fundamentals
- Constructing a hoe (paddle)
What you need to know first
Completion of Te Pōkaitahi Tikanga (Waka Ama) (Kaupae 3) | NZ Certificate in Tikanga (Waka Ama) (Level 3) or equivalent
What sort of industry will this job lead to
Sport and Recreation
Health and Wellbeing
Community Services
Future employment opportunities might be
Community waka ama coach (voluntary)
Waka ama team member/participant