Why is Waka Ama important?
Why is Waka Ama important?
Waka ama is a major vehicle of Māori cultural identity for participants and supporters. Culture is deeply embedded within the sport – not just on the water but in all that occurs at events, from the language to the protocols followed.
What is the meaning of waka ama?
outrigger canoeing
Waka ama is the New Zealand term for the sport of outrigger canoeing. The name distinguishes an outrigger canoe from other types of waka (canoes).
Where are the Waka Ama Nationals held?
Lake Karapiro
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What is Waka ama race?
Next. The New Zealand Masters Women’s waka ama crew celebrate after winning the 500-metre sprint at the 2006 world championships, held at Lake Karapiro. Races between these traditional Polynesian outrigger canoes are now popular sporting events.
How fast can a waka go?
On voyages, the waka sail 24 hours per day with the crew working 6-hour watches. The average speed for the Rapanui journey was 5 knots (9.26 km/h), but they can go as fast as 12 knots.
How many types of waka are there?
The Moriori people of the Chatham Islands used four types of Wakas: waka pūhara, waka rimu, waka pahī, and waka rā.
What is a waka Hourua?
The ancient craft that carried the first settlers to New Zealand were probably double-hulled – rather like two canoes side by side. They are called waka hourua. In the 1970s, the Polynesians began to develop double-hulled canoes to sail in the rough waters of the open Pacific.
What does waka mean in English?
Waka is pidgin language meaning walk while working.
Are V1 outrigger canoes?
1/The “Tahitian” outrigger canoe or Va’a Hoe Va’a is an outrigger canoe designed first of all to evolve in lagoons, on flat and shallow plans of water. One Va’a Hoe one place (V1) is long, more than 7 meters, its hull is tightened to go as quickly as possible on the dish and do not possess rudder.
Is it legal to speed in an emergency?
Is it legal to speed due to a medical emergency, such as a loved one in labor? This actually has a very simple answer: No. Regardless of the situation, breaking traffic laws can result in the serious injury or death.
What is the highest speed limit in NZ?
100 km/h
The maximum speed limit on the open road in New Zealand is 100 km/h (62 mph).
What were the names of the 7 waka?
The seven waka that arrived to Aotearoa were called Tainui, Te Arawa, Mātaatua, Kurahaupō, Tokomaru, Aotea and Tākitimu.
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