Quick guides to help you during Waiata Wednesday.
Arriving
Come early if you can to settle into the wharenui.
- Remember to remove your shoes and leave them at the mahau (front door / porch). Leave food and drink outside too.
- Greet those already inside, if you are new find your buddy and greet those you feel comfortable to do so with.
- Find a place on the benches or the cushions on the floor.
- Chat while others arrive. We don’t bite!
When arriving late, be respectful of anyone speaking. Come in quietly and find a spot quickly.
Waiata Puāwai; Session Flow
A simple outline of how our hui/practice time often runs. This can be adapted depending on the kaupapa for the day.
- Karakia tīmatanga — opening karakia
- Whaikōrero — speech of welcome / kōrero
- Waiata tautoko — supporting waiata for speaker
- Whakawhanaungatanga / Pepeha — new whānau connections and introductions in te reo (templates below are often on the screen)
- Pānui — notices and upcoming events
- Whakahā — breathing exercises
- Ngā waiata — songs (learning + practice)
- Karakia whakamutunga — closing karakia