Introduction to Ki o Rahi

Traditional Māori Sport Physical Education - Year 10 Exploring Culture Through Movement

What Do You Know?

Have you heard of Ki o Rahi before? What traditional sports do you know from other cultures? How might traditional games reflect cultural values?

What is Ki o Rahi?

Traditional Māori ball sport Combines elements of rugby, netball, and touch Played on a circular field called 'Te Roto' Two teams: Kioma and Taniwha Fast-paced, non-contact sport

Ki o Rahi Field Layout

The Legend Behind Ki o Rahi

Based on Māori creation stories Represents the battle between Rahi and Taniwha Rahi protected the people and land Taniwha represented chaos and destruction Game recreates this eternal struggle

The Two Teams

{"left":"Kioma (Protectors)\nRepresent Rahi and his guardians\nDefend Te Roto (inner circle)\nScore by hitting the Pou","right":"Taniwha (Challengers)\nRepresent forces of chaos\nAttack from the outer zones\nScore by getting ball to Te Roto"}

Key Equipment

Ki (ball) - similar to a rugby ball Pou - central wooden post with targets Tupu - markers for field boundaries Bibs to distinguish teams Cones or markers for zones

Basic Rules - Kioma Team

Defend Te Roto (inner circle) Pass the Ki to teammates Score by hitting targets on the Pou Cannot be tackled in Te Roto Must pass within 3 seconds of catching

Basic Rules - Taniwha Team

Start in Pawero (outer zone) Intercept passes and gain possession Score by placing Ki in Te Roto Can tackle in outer zones only Must work as a team to break through

Practice Activity: Passing Circle

Form circles of 8-10 students Practice quick, accurate passing Call receiver's name before passing Focus on soft hands and quick release Rotate direction every 30 seconds

Key Skills Development

Passing - quick, accurate ball movement Catching - soft hands, secure grip Communication - calling and signaling Spatial awareness - reading the field Teamwork - supporting teammates

Strategy Question

If you were coaching the Taniwha team, what strategies would you use? How might the Kioma team counter these strategies? What role does communication play in both teams?