PLD in the Snow: Explore Mātauranga Māori & Movement in Stunning Tekapo

Listed by: Physical Education New Zealand

Professional development (PD) Canterbury

Posted: 20 May 2025

Notice reference #: 1HAnYn

What if your PLD looked like this:
✔️ Deep kōrero about identity, movement, and Māori knowledge
✔️ Stunning mountain views and fresh alpine air
✔️ Snow activities that reconnect you to te taiao
✔️ A tight-knit group of kaiako just like you

This is PLD that moves you - literally and figuratively.

Join us for the Atua Matua Wānanga in Tekapo, led by Dr. Ihirangi Heke, and experience how mātauranga Māori can transform the way you approach PE, health, and hauora in your school.

You’ll walk away with more than just strategies - you’ll leave reconnected, inspired, and ready to teach with new energy.

Perfect for primary, intermediate, and secondary teachers who want to:

✅ Discover real-world ways to embed te ao Māori and environmental knowledge in their practice.

✅ Implement innovative approaches to health and well-being within your teaching or organisation.

✅ To strengthen connections between their team and the environment, promoting holistic well-being.

✅ Lead with cultural competence, respecting and valuing indigenous knowledge systems.

🔹 Small group (10 people max)
🔹 Epic location
🔹 Big impact

27 - 30 July 2025 | Tekapo | Limited spaces

Book your space now 👉 https://www.penz.org.nz/event/atua-matua-wnanga-tekapo

#PENZ #LeadGrowConnect

Events summary

Canterbury

27 July 2025 – 30 July 2025

Further information

Contact: Jo Jones

(027) 328 8586

[email protected]

www.penz.org.nz/event/atua-matua-wnanga-tekapo

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