NGĀ KAWA A TŪ, NGĀ MAHI A TŪ, TE REO A TŪ

Te Reo ā Tū – National Mau Rākau Symposium 2025 is a powerful three-day wānanga celebrating the living art of mau rākau — the discipline, language, and wairua of Tūmatauenga.

This symposium brings together kairākau, kaihaka, rangatahi, and passionate learners from across Aotearoa to share knowledge, uphold tikanga, and strengthen national connections in Te Ao Tū Taua. Across three days of kōrero, wānanga, and physical training, participants will explore the four dimensions of mau rākau — taha tinana, hinengaro, wairua, and whānau — guided by respected tohunga and kaiako from iwi throughout the motu.

Building on the success of Te Reo o Tū – Te Arawa, this national symposium continues the movement to revitalise the teachings, reo, and artistry that underpin mau rākau and kapa haka.

Catering is provided daily, and physical sessions are optional. Spaces are limited — join us to stand, learn, and wānanga in the spirit of Tū.

KEY DETAILS

Duration: This is a three-day symposium, with the option to attend a single day

Ticket Options: Choose between a full three-day pass or a single-day pass to fit your schedule.

Powhiri: Monday 1 December - Tangatarua Marae - Ihenga - Toi Ohomai

Symposium: Tuesday 2-4 December - Energy Event Centre

Catering will be available every day of the Symposium

There will be a mass powhiri held at Ihenga on Monday 1 Decemeber to welcome all rohe to Te Arawa - followed by a jam-packed three day wānanga lead by tohunga / practitioners in the art of Mau Rākau.

Health and Safety Notice

Some sessions within Te Reo a Tū are delivered in a mau rākau physical training format, while others are wānanga-based. Participation in the physical training sessions is optional.
By choosing to take part in these sessions, attendees acknowledge they are of normal, everyday fitness and accept responsibility for their own wellbeing. Participants are expected to bring their own rākau, wear appropriate clothing and footwear, and ensure they are prepared for both indoor and outdoor activity.

Tickets to this kaupapa are limited, so get in quick!