Te Waiora: Honouring Wai, Protecting Life In-house Workshop

Te Waiora: Honouring Wai, Protecting Life In-house Workshop

  • Ages 13+

Join us for 'Te Waiora: Honouring Wai, Protecting Life', a water safety workshop celebrating the importance of water and life!

By Central City Library

Select date and time

Saturday, June 28 · 10:30am - 12pm NZST

Location

Central City Library

44-46 Lorne Street Auckland, Auckland 1010 New Zealand

About this event

  • Paid venue parking

This unique workshop is brought to you through a collaborative effort between the Central City Hub, Drowning Prevention Auckland (DPA), and the Tepid Baths. Guided by Māori perspectives on wai (water) and Tikanga Māori, it allows participants to explore the deep cultural, spiritual, and practical connections between people and water. The workshop offers essential knowledge and skills for life in, on, and around water.

A. 90-Minute Practical Session

The 90-minute practical session will be held in the Central City Library's ground floor Tuatara Room.

  1. Explore the landscapes of Tāmaki Makaurau, key statistics, and the diversity of water.
  2. Identify hazards, in-water survival strategies, and bystander rescue.
  3. Lifejackets care and how to wear them correctly.
  4. Try on a life jacket, participate in a Q&A session, and enjoy giveaways.

This workshop is free and open to participants aged 13 and above. Guardians must be present for participants under 14. Attendance at the practical session is a prerequisite for joining the in-pool session.


The registration link for the in-pool workshop on 5 July at the Tepid Baths:

https://www.eventbrite.co.nz/e/te-waiora-honouring-wai-protecting-life-in-pool-workshop-tickets-1311077511129



Frequently asked questions

1. What are the age requirements for the workshop?

The workshop is open to individuals aged 13 and above. Children under 14 must have a guardian present to attend the workshop. Guardians must also register for the event.

Is the event free?

Session 1 and Session 2 are free of charge. However, you will need to register for both sessions if you plan to attend Session 2, even if you only plan to attend Session 1.

Are there parking facilities available at the venue?

Parking is not available at the venue. The closest options are the Civic Carpark and the Victoria Carpark.

Can I attend only Session 1?

Yes, you can choose to attend only Session 1 if that fits your schedule. However, to register for Session 2, you must first register for and attend Session 1.

Organized by

Central City Library