Waka Ama
Waka Ama is an enriching cultural sport with deep roots in Polynesian heritage. Waka Ama involves racing or paddling outrigger canoes which necissitates teamwork, coordination and endurance. Training occurs during lunchtimes and at Okahu Bay .
Epsom Girls Grammar competes at both a Junior and Senior level with strong results at the recent Nationals, and international selection for leader Abigail Liufalani into the NZ Elite J19 Women's Team.
Key Season Dates & Information
Term 1 2025
TRAINING DETAILS:
Training will start on Monday 10th February, following the selection of teams at trials this week.
Land Based Trainings: 1-2 per week at School. Details TBC
Water Trainings: 3 per week at Okahu Bay Beach, Orakei
Mondays 4.30pm - 5.45pm
Wednesdays 4.30pm - 5.45pm
Saturdays 11.15am- 12.30pm
Taxi's will be provided from school to Okahu Bay for the weekday trainings but students will need to arrange their own transport home. Taxi's will leave from outside the Hostel on Owens Road at 4pm. Students will need to arrange their own transport to and from the Saturday trainings.
Major Tournaments
Waka Ama Senior Regatta
Saturday 1 March, 2025
Auckland
Waka Ama Secondary School Nationals
24-28 March 2025
Tikitapu
Waka Ama Junior Regatta
November, 2025
Ian Shaw Park
Fees
A season fee will be charged to cover Term 1 training and the Auckland Senior Regatta. Nationals will be charged in addition once the final team is selected.
Uniform & Equipment Required
Students are provided with an EGGS singlet to use for the season but will need to provide their own black sports shorts or tights. Students will also be supplied a life jacket and paddle by the School.
Key Contacts
Sports Coordinator
Teacher in Charge
Aleiscia Phillips: APhillips@eggs.school.nz
Student Leaders
Nia Owen: 22358@apps.eggs.school.nz