All About the Haka!

Here in NZ, we do the haka. But what is the haka? This video will teach you all about what the haka is and why we do it!

A haka is a war dance. It started in 1888. 

Sundown: The war dance scares the opponents. Nowadays the haka can be used to welcome people, ceremonies, and celebrations or to express thoughts and feelings. 

The haka is a group of people standing in rows Moving in a sequence. The haka uses your whole body, mouth, and eyes. Maori chants and songs are used while moving. The songs tell stories and legends of Maori Culture. 

The Ka Mate Haka is the most famous haka because it is performed by the All Blacks at every intentional rugby game. It was created by Te Raruparaha. The story is about his escape from death. 

I want to learn the haka.

And that’s all about the haka!