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Pages in category "Māori weapons" The following 9 pages are in this category, out of 9 total. This list may not reflect recent changes. H. Hoeroa; K. Kotiate; M. Mau ...
Mau rākau is the martial art that teaches the use of the taiaha and other Māori weapons in combat. As with other martial arts styles, students of the taiaha spend years mastering the skills of timing, balance and co-ordination necessary to wield the weapon effectively.
Pounamu was highly prized by Māori and the mere pounamu as the weapon of a chief or rangatira, was the most revered of all Māori weapons. These mere were passed through generations; they were given names, and were said to possess a spiritual quality or mana of their own. Particularly special mere were imbued with magical powers, or ...
Training in the use of the tewhatewha is a core aspect of mau rākau, the traditional Māori martial art. Mau rākau encompasses techniques and discipline related to various traditional weapons, including the tewhatewha. This training is essential for preserving Māori martial traditions and cultural heritage. [8]
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Wahaika, circa 1900. Rietberg Museum.. A Wahaika is a type of traditional Māori hand weapon. Wahaika are short club-like weapons usually made of wood or whalebone and are used for thrusting and striking in close-quarter, hand-to-hand fighting. [1]
Weapons used in the world's martial arts can be classified either by type of weapon or by the martial arts school using them. By weapon type. Handheld weapons
An assortment of stone patus on display, short clubbed weapons used by the Māori. War parties typically used stone or wood weapons designed for hand-to-hand combat. Warriors were often armed with a long-handled staff like a taiaha, and a shorter club like a patu.