The Te Wānanga o Aotearoa Certificate in Waka Level 4 programme is delivered within the Hoe Tonga region in Masterton under the leadership of our very own Paddy Rimene.
Join in the “Waka, a way of life” and commence your journey today!
You will learn about:
Māori nautical history
traditional and contemporary waka
waka construction
weather interpretation
Coastguard Boating Education Day Skipper qualification
tikanga, karakia and waiata
water survival competency
event management
health and nutrition
And much more
All guided by the expertise of an Elite Waka Ama Paddler.
To secure your seat in the Waka for March 2021, contact Paddy today on 0800-355553 or email Patrick.rimene@twoa.ac.nz.
There are no refunds for entries after the entry cut-off date where paddlers choose not to race or show up on race day (even if invoices have not yet been received, or schools have not yet settled relevant entry fees).
Entries are to be done via each school (for secondary schools through the school sports coordinators; for intermediate schools directly with Hoe Tonga)
Hoe Tonga is the organisation representing Waka Ama (Outrigger Canoeing) interests in the lower North Island. Hoe Tonga’s vision is for more people to participate in, enjoy and achieve in Waka Ama, and its mission is to lead, inspire and promote Waka Ama our region.
We are looking for a well organised and motivated person with great relationship skills to fill our role of Regional Waka Ama Development Officer, following the resignation of Matai. This is an exciting opportunity to work alongside the Hoe Tonga Board and the waka ama community to grow the sport in the lower North Island. This role will take the lead on achieving the following objectives:
maximising Hoe Tonga’s engagement with our clubs,
facilitating the increase in the number of volunteers and competent coaches,
increasing the number of schools and students participating in waka ama,
facilitating the establishment of clubs in areas not currently served by waka ama clubs.
To register your interest, please apply in writing, along with your CV and forward your application, to joern.scherzer@gmail.com, by no later than 6 February 2021. If you have any questions, please contact Joern on 021-1250997.
Please see the link below for the W1 500m ranking in each division. The highlighted names have sealed a confirmed quota spot at the National Sprints. The next two fastest in each division will be added to the waitlist so keep training just in case if you just missed out.
The Regional Sprints for 2020 has come to an end and what an amazing two weekends we had. Thank you to all our volunteers, supporters and kaihoe for making this event possible. It was quieter this year compared to other years however you couldn’t tell once racing started.
For the full results of the first and second weekend follow the link below. Congratulations to all those who achieved a placing.
Special congratulations goes to two clubs who won the club trophies.
First trophy is the club excellence trophy. This is awarded to the club who accumulates the most points for their club based on the champ finals across all divisions. The winner of this award for 2020 is Porirua Canoe and Kayak Club.
The second trophy is the James Hapeta Trophy for club spirit. This is awarded to the club who demonstrates the best club spirit throughout the entire event. This is judged by the officials. In is based on a club’s sportsmanship, help towards running of the event, listening to instruction and best uniform. This year we have a new winner who is Ratana Pā Kaihoe Trust.
Congratulations to all those who raced yesterday especially to those who have secured a quota spot for the upcoming National Sprints 2021. Below are the results for all the W1 races.
Next weekend is day 2 and 3 which will feature all the W6/W12 races. The straight races will be on Saturday and turns on Sunday. Schedule and lane draw will be out later this week. Please also remember to add your paddlers to the roster. If not you will risk having your team withdrawn due to the new sanctioning conditions and Covid 19.
A new event sponsorship for lower North Island waka ama events scheduled for the next two weekends will help contribute to growing the number of people involved in the sport.
The sponsorship by Te Wānanga o Aotearoa will provide support for the Hoe Tonga Pacifica Waka Ama Association (Hoe Tonga), which is hosting its W1 Regional Sprints competition at Henley Lake Park in Masterton this weekend, with the W6 competition at the same venue next weekend.
Hoe Tonga is the organisation representing waka ama in the lower North Island and has a vision to see more people participating, enjoying and achieving in waka ama.
Te Wānanga o Aotearoa kairuruku hauora Brendon Morgan says Te Wānanga o Aotearoa is excited to be supporting the regional sprints competition with Hoe Tonga.
“Te Wānanga o Aotearoa is a big supporter of waka ama and our participation at the regionals is aimed at growing awareness and participation in the kaupapa, especially here in the lower North Island,” he says.
Te Wānanga o Aotearoa provides the Level 4 Certificate in Waka programme in Masterton. The programme develops students’ confidence and skills in tikanga waka, along with teaching, water safety, waka types, history and traditions, tikanga Māori and whakapapa. Students also complete the Coastguard Boating Education Day Skipper qualification.
“Together with Hoe Tonga, we hold the steering hoe (paddle) together in this event and we are proud to support the whānau this weekend and the ongoing growth of Waka Ama in the region.”
Anyone that is wanting to fundraise (e.g sausage sizzles, hangi) please email hoetonga@gmail.com. This is so we can inform the local council of any food that may be sold at the event and to ensure we have a variety of options available on the day.
First in first serve bases on what you are wanting to offer. Please advise who will be the main contact of the stall. Please send your request through by Nov 13 (This Friday)
With the Hoe Tonga Regional Sprints coming up in a few weeks we require the support of as many people as possible.
If you are attending the regionals this year as a supporter/parent or a paddler competing on only one or two races we would love your help. Therefore we are asking for anyone who will be happy to volunteer to be one of our officials at the event.
Roles include,
Registration/admin
Marshalling
Start line official
Finish line/timekeeper
Flag boat starter
Loading bay.
Any one that is able to assist please contact Matai either via email hoetonga@gmail.com or by mobile 0221037755.
Please indicate what day you are available (Nov 21st, Nov 28th or Nov 29th) and if you are happy to help in the morning, afternoon or full day.
Once again contact Matai hoetonga@gmail.com or 0221037755
After the disruption of Covid 19 and having to cancel race three of the series we finally managed to complete another year of the Hoe Tonga Paddler Series. Congratulations to all those teams that competed in the series especially those who managed to keep training throughout lockdown and turned up to our final race in Foxton.
It was the first time we went to Foxton and it turned out to be a great venue. We would like to thank the Manawatu Boat Club for hosting us and the local council and community for their support.
Special congratulations to our winning teams for 2020
Junior Short Course Champions 2020: Arikipuia, Porirua Canoe and Kayak club
Open Short Course Champions 2020: Makirikiri, Otaki Waka Hoe
Open Long Course Champions 2020: Mana Men, Mana Pasifika Outrigger Canoe Club
The “He Taonga Kotahitanga” trophy is awarded to the club within the Hoe Tonga region that accumulates the most points based on each clubs three best team. The winners for this award for 2020 is Porirua Canoe and Kayak Club.
For an overview of the results visit the links below.
