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Kaihoe Whaikaha - Waka Ama Have a Go Day (Tauranga)

Family and kids
Kaupapa Māori
Waka ama
Sports and recreation
Activity
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Waka Ama Aotearoa NZ, supported by Paralympics NZ and BUPA, is excited to bring our Kaihoe Whaikaha Waka Ama Have-a-Go Day to Tauranga. This day is open to all tāngata whaikaha (people with disabilities).

This is an awesome opportunity to try waka ama. Bring your family along to join in the fun.

RSVP to natasha@wakaama.co.nz or complete this registration form by Friday 16 October 2026.

Please bring:

  • Aqua shoes, jandals, or old sneakers to protect your feet across the sand. 
  • A rash shirt and shorts/boardies/leggings you don't mind getting wet in. 
  • Change of clothes 
  • Sun hat, sunscreen, warm clothing, and your drink bottle 

Date and time

Sun 18 Oct 2026

9:30am - 12:30pm

End times are approximate.

Location

Matutu Reserve - Lake Taurikura

82 Lakes Boulevard

Tauranga 3112

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Price and booking

Free

All ages, Kids

Seating options

General admission

Further event details

Accessibility

Accessible bathrooms

Free entry for support person

Mobility parking spaces

Relaxed sensory performance

Wheelchair access

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