What's Involved

Poi+ Workshop

A standard Poi+ workshop runs for 1–1.5 hours and can be tailored to suit any age group. Scroll to see what a typical session includes...

Sets the tone for the session and shares the values and purpose of Poi+.

Activation activities to create movement, connection, and open a comfortable safe space.

Poi play designed to support participation for everyone, regardless of ability, or language.

Learn about the history of poi, its cultural significance, & its types. Option of constructing your own poi too.

Participants practice poi handling, Maori movements and te reo cues.

Closes the session with reflection, intention, and new connections.

For rangatahi (young people) and adults, organisers can choose to add a poi-making activity.

Ākonga (students) learn how to make their own poi to use during the session (and keep as their own taonga (treasure).

Note: This is not recommended for tamariki (young children) due to coordination and practical requirements.

Poi+ workshop (1–1.5 hours)

This includes travel to and from the session and materials for pre-made poi.

Optional poi-making workshop (30 mins)

This includes material for each ākonga to make one poi each, that is theirs to own.