Arai Roa Waka Ama

Arai Roa Waka Ama Arai Roa Waka Ama is a whānau-led club grounded in kaupapa Māori.

We provide a safe, inclusive space for families to paddle together, build connection, and strengthen tinana, hinengaro, and wairua.

September...See you soon!
17/08/2026

September...See you soon!

Nau mai, haere mai!!
16/08/2026

Nau mai, haere mai!!

"A huge thank you once again to everyone who supported todays fundraiser. Whether you helped at the sausage sizzle, don...
14/06/2026

"A huge thank you once again to everyone who supported todays fundraiser. Whether you helped at the sausage sizzle, donated baking, contributed items to the tables, or simply came along to support us, your generosity and community spirit are greatly appreciated. I'm sorry I couldn't be there, but im incredibly grateful for all your hard work and support. Nga mihi nui to everyone involved "

24/05/2026

🌺🌊 What an incredible day for Arai Roa 🌊🌺

Our amazing Calista hosted 22 University students from Florida through two waka ama sessions here on Waiheke 🙌

From learning the basics right through to steering on the moana in beautiful conditions, the group experienced not only waka ama, but the warmth, culture and manaakitanga of our community 💛

The day finished with kai, kōrero and plenty of smiles — with many of our manuhiri reluctant to leave the island after creating such special memories with us 🌊✨

A massive kia ora to Calista for leading today so admirably, and to her whānau for supporting the kaupapa and helping make the experience so special for our guests 💪🌺

Moments like these show what Arai Roa is truly about:
🌊 Whānau
🌺 Community
💛 Connection
✨ Sharing culture through waka ama

Tumeke mahi everyone 🙌
He waka eke noa 🌊

💛 Ngā mihi nui whānau 💛A huge thank you to everyone who donated their time, brought baking, helped on the stall, popped ...
24/05/2026

💛 Ngā mihi nui whānau 💛

A huge thank you to everyone who donated their time, brought baking, helped on the stall, popped by to support us, or even just sent good thoughts our way 🙌🌭🍪

It was a successful day for Arai Roa and we’re so grateful for the support from our amazing community 🌊

These fundraisers help support our club, our tamariki, equipment and getting more people out on the moana 💪🌺

And the good news… another one is coming up in a couple of weeks 😊

Keep an eye on the page for details 👀

He waka eke noa 🌊

🌭🔥 Arai Roa Fundraiser This Sunday 🔥🌭Our Arai Roa whānau will be outside Woolworths this Sunday from 10am–2pm running a ...
18/05/2026

🌭🔥 Arai Roa Fundraiser This Sunday 🔥🌭

Our Arai Roa whānau will be outside Woolworths this Sunday from 10am–2pm running a fundraising sausage sizzle 🌊💛

We’re looking for a few helping hands to:
🙌 Help man the stall
🌭 Cook & serve
🍪 Donate baked goods for us to sell

Whether it’s cakes, slices, muffins, cookies or savoury goodies — all baking donations would be hugely appreciated 🧁💛

Fundraisers like this help support our club, our tamariki, equipment, and getting more people out on the moana 🌺

If you’re able to help out for even a little while, please comment below or flick us a message 🙌

Ngā mihi nui whānau — we couldn’t do this without you 💛
He waka eke noa 🌊

Does a chest heart rate monitor exist that is waterproof to 1-2 meters in depth and is available for purchase, and could...
16/05/2026

Does a chest heart rate monitor exist that is waterproof to 1-2 meters in depth and is available for purchase, and could a clip-on metronome for it potentially be sitting idle on our motu? Pm me be gr8.

🌊 Kia ora whānau 🌊Unfortunately, our Saturday 16th 7am session has been cancelled due to low numbers.A huge thank you to...
15/05/2026

🌊 Kia ora whānau 🌊

Unfortunately, our Saturday 16th 7am session has been cancelled due to low numbers.

A huge thank you to everyone using the poll system 🙌 It really helps Noema make the best call for our time on the water and avoids unnecessary loading, setup and waiting around so we can all enjoy our spaces together 💛

Please keep responding to the poll listed in our WhatsApp chat when it’s posted — it’s super important for planning sessions and making sure we have enough paddlers and helping hands 🌺

Meanwhile… Noema will still be out there on her W1 braving the “freeze-your-butt-off” conditions 🤣🌊💪

Have an awesome weekend whānau
He waka eke noa 🌺

09/05/2026

🌊 Want to be part of our waka whānau?

Not just paddling — helping with gear, stalls, and supporting the crew 💛

Come meet us at a session:
🕓 13th & 14th – 4pm

🌊 A little reminder from Noema 💛Being out on the water is more than just paddling… it’s about relaxing, resetting, and b...
09/05/2026

🌊 A little reminder from Noema 💛

Being out on the water is more than just paddling… it’s about relaxing, resetting, and becoming one with the elements around us 🌺

Taking time to let the stress of the day go…
Being present with yourself, your whānau, and the beauty of the moana 🌊

Keeping things simple.
Laughing together.
Breathing deeply.
Enjoying the time we have with each other 💛

That’s what Arai Roa is all about 🙌

“Stunning time out there…” ✨

Kia ora to Juan, Linda, Amelia, Ruiha, whaea Gillian and koro Jack 🌺
Team efforts on and off the moana — tumeke team mahi 💪🌊

Thank you to everyone who joined us today, the wairua was beautiful 💛

Have an amazing weekend whānau 🌺
He waka eke noa

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Tahatai Road
Oneroa
1081

Opening Hours

Tuesday 4:30pm - 6:30pm
Thursday 4:30pm - 6:30pm
Saturday 7am - 8:30am
Sunday 9am - 10:30am

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