Waka Toa Ora

Whai Rawatia te Oranga Open groups from He Waka Tapu

He Waka Tapu is running a series of open groups to members of the community - a new Whai Rawatia te Oranga (Pursue the wealth of health) holistic health pursuit initiative. Open groups create a space of papa kainga ahi kā, a pā (a place where you feel connected and comfortable) to strengthen your hauora.

All sessions are held at He Waka Tapu (161 Pages Road, Wainoni).

Te Reo Māori

Learn essential words, phrases, and simple sentence structures to use in everyday life while immersing yourself in the depth of Māori culture, traditions, and values. This open group will help you build your connection to Te Aō Māori and boost your confidence through fun, interactive lessons designed to make learning easy and enjoyable.

Date and Time: Mondays from 1 to 3pm.

Find out more about the Te Reo Māori open group (Humanitix).

Smokefree Drop in Support

Connect with a stop smoking coach from Te Ha Waitaha who will work with you and your whanau to find ways that can make quitting easier. Specific support is available to you if you are Māori, Pacific, pregnant or living with a pregnant woman.

Date and Time: Tuesdays from 11am to 3pm.

Find out more about the Smokefree open group (Humanitix).

Whakarereke (Wāhine Harm Reduction)

This is an exclusive program for wāhine to gain knowledge about leading a life free from harm and to recognise situations where family harm occurs. Together, we will learn in a supportive group environment, creating positive change.

Date and Time: Tuesdays from 10 to 11.30am.

Find out more about the Wāhine Harm Reduction open group (Humanitix).

Waiata (Song)

Discover the beauty and depth of Māori culture through the power of waiata. Learn traditional and contemporary Māori songs, their meanings, and the cultural values they embody. No prior singing experience needed!

Date and Time: Tuesdays from 1 to 3pm.

Find out more about the Waiata open group (Humanitix).

Te Pā Tūwatawata (Tane Harm Reduction)

This is a non-mandated self management group that focuses on violence prevention supporting the tane in the whānau environment. These sessions support tāne to strengthen their Hinengaro (mental wellbeing), Wairua (spiritual wellbeing), Tinana (physical wellbeing), and Whanau (relationship wellbeing).

Date and Time: Tuesdays from 5 to 6.30pm.

Find out more about Te Pā Tūwatawata open group (Humanitix).

Te Aukati Matahoki

This fortnightly maintenance group is where whaiora have the opportunity to engage with other whaiora in the community who have been abstinent or are trying to reduce harm associated with alochol or drug substance abuse and require additional support.

Date and Time: Fortnightly on Tuesdays from 6 to 7.30pm.

Find out more about Te Aukati Matahoki open group (Humanitix).

Honoka (Mindfulness)

Honoka provides a simple and practical way to learn to observe our thoughts, rather than be trapped by them and worrying about the past or future.

Dates and Times: Wednesdays from 10.30 to 11.30am.

Find out more about the Honoka open group (Humanitix).

Whānau Tautoko (Family Support)

This 6-week parenting initiative is designed to support and empower families - focusing on various aspects of parenting and family dynamics.

Dates and Times: Wednesdays from 11am to 1pm.

This course is also available at He Waka Tapu in Ashburton (111 Tancred Street).

Find out more about the Whānau Tautoko open group (Humanitix).

Maanaki Rōpū

Manaaki Rōpū is a space of maintenance and support, where whaiora engage with others who are navigating abstinence or harm reduction from substance use. The collective journey is honored, with an emphasis on practical strategies, cultural connection, and holistic wellbeing.

Dates and Times: Wednesdays from 2 to 4pm.

Find out more about the Maanaki Rōpū open group (Humanitix).

Waewae Express (Running Group)

This running open group unites both kaimahi and whaiora in the spirit of health, wellbeing and having fun. Come along every Thursday lunchtime to take part in a 3km run or walk around the eastside in preparation for this year's Pae Ora event.

Dates and Times: Thursdays from 11.45am to 12.30pm.

Find out more about the Waewae Express open group (Humanitix).