Ki-O-Rahi

We have been learning a new game (thanks to Peuti, our Sport Auckland coordinator) called Ki-o-rahi. So far we've had two sessions (with four more to come over the next few weeks). Ki-o-rahi is a traditional Maori game based on the legend of Rahitutakahina and the rescue of his wife Tiarakurapakewai. It was played as a way to settle arguments...whoever won the game, won the argument.

Here are a few photos of Waitemata enjoying the game...

Setting up the equipment

Learning the different areas and what they represent from the story

Gathering to practise 

Making a circle

Taking aim at the target

Sorting the teams

Ready to begin

We are looking forward to playing on the field in the next few weeks and learning more strategies to help improve our game.