Haka teambuilding workshop
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Haka Workshop English
The Haka is an ancient tribal war dance from New Zealand performed by the genuine Maori warriors as an expression of passion, power and identity. By using their full body, voice, hands, eyes and tongue they show their strength and fullness to their opponents. Nowadays we see this Maori tradition in modern rugby. The New Zealand national rugby team the All Blacks perform this ceremonial Haka dance before every match to impress their opponents. The Haka workshop is based on this ceremonial Haka dance.
About the Haka Workshop
Our Haka workshop offers participants an engaging introduction to the Haka, including its history and significance. Participants will learn the words and movements, culminating in a group performance with their colleagues. Additionally, participants will be challenged to create and perform their own tribal Haka dance, often competing in teams for an added element of fun and engagement.
Ideal for corporate events, team-building activities, or celebrating milestones, our Haka workshops provide a unique experience that encourages teamwork, self-expression, and stepping outside one’s comfort zone—all while having a great time!
Target Audience
The Haka workshop is suitable for everyone, whether for business or personal events. It’s an excellent team-building activity for corporate events or as an energizing break during a team meeting.
Location
We offer the Haka workshop at any location, including in-company venues, throughout the Netherlands and Belgium.
Pricing
The cost of a Haka workshop depends on the number of participants and the trainer’s travel expenses. Contact us for a quote, and we will provide a tailored offer to meet your needs.
Haka workshop in short
10 tot 250 partcipants
45 -60 minutes
from 25,- p/p
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HAKA KNOWLEDGES
More about the Haka
Back in the 18th century, tribes in New Zealand often lived in conflict with one another. Their main purpose was survival, leading to frequent wars over basic needs such as food, as well as land and power.
Maori culture underwent a significant change in the early 19th century when a renowned tribal leader, Te Rauparaha, narrowly escaped an assassination attempt by two hostile tribes. A friendly chieftain sheltered him in an underground cave, saving his life. Inspired by this experience, Te Rauparaha created the Haka, a dance that became a powerful expression of strength, identity, and survival for many decades.
Haka Dance
The most famous Haka dance is the ‘Ka Mate’, which is based on the survival story of the renowned warrior Te Rauparaha. ‘Ka Mate, Ka Ora’ literally means ’this death, this life’, symbolizing the victory of life over death.
The ‘Ka Mate’ combines rhythmic song and dance, with ‘singing’ interpreted broadly. It is more akin to chanting, as it involves calling out and reciting specific words. The Haka is typically performed in groups, referred to by the Maori as “kapa haka,” which literally means ‘in a row’. The ‘Ka Mate’ is primarily intended to impress and intimidate opponents.
Maori tradition
Today, the Maori tradition lives on in international rugby. The All Blacks, New Zealand’s national rugby union team, perform the ‘Ka Mate Haka’ before every game. This ritual is an expression of team spirit, passion, and strength. The Haka aims to impress not only their opponents but also the spectators in the stadium. The powerful performance adds an extra layer of excitement to every match, helping to maintain the All Blacks’ mythical status and making the Haka one of the most famous sporting rituals in the world.
The Haka is far more than just a dance. For the New Zealand rugby players, it is a significant part of their cultural heritage, performed with great honor and respect for their ancestors. This deep respect is felt by the spectators, further amplifying the power and impact of the Haka.
De Best Haka Dance
You can see how impressive the Haka can be with one of the best Haka’s performed by the New Zealand All Blacks. If you want to practice the Haka dance yourself, we also have a short instruction film for you about the Haka dance. Good luck!