The Haka Team Building

By now, you’ve probably seen the haka – the famous pre-match ritual of the world-champion New Zealand All Blacks rugby team. It’s a powerful way to build passion, commitment and alignment. And what team couldn’t use that?

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Why this event?

This haka team bonding activity has been the catalyst for energizing events and inspiring teams at some of the world’s leading companies. It’s fantastic for connecting people to organizational values in a uniquely exciting way. To call this experience memorable would be an understatement.

For starters, our facilitators are actual Maori, so Haka is literally in their blood. Dressed in traditional costume, they storm the stage with conch shells, chants and of course their famous dance. They also share the real meaning of haka – it’s all about absolute team commitment to emerge victorious over any and all competition.

As your team learns haka, the energy in the room rises, confidence builds and the commitment to the chant borders on ferocious. We can also add a competitive element to your event by breaking out into smaller teams. Of course, we finish off with your full group performing a unified team haka en-masse.

Team building participants performing a traditional Haka dance, led by Maori facilitators in traditional attire.

Large group of participants standing together in unison, performing synchronized Haka dance moves during a team building event.

Four Maori performers dressed in traditional attire pose proudly before leading a Haka team building event.

Maori performers in traditional dress energetically lead a Haka team building session, inspiring participants with chants and powerful movements.

Maori performers in traditional attire lead a large audience in an energetic Haka team building session on a grand stage, inspiring unity and passion.

Group photo of Maori performers in traditional attire alongside two suited participants during a Haka team building event in a scenic outdoor setting.

Large audience in a conference hall actively participating in a Haka team building event led by Maori performers on stage.

Maori performers in traditional attire leading a Haka team building session for a large group of participants.

Team building participants perform the Haka in black uniforms on a grassy field near an ancient stone castle.

Two Maori instructors lead a team building Haka session on a stadium track, with participants enthusiastically following their movements.

Maori performers in traditional attire deliver an energetic Haka team building experience indoors, showcasing dance, chant, and cultural instruments.

Team size

25 - 1000

Time needed

12 - 120 Minutes

Space requirement

Ideal for

Energizing an event
Bonding through shared team energy
Exploring passion and commitment
Connecting to company values and vision
Stepping outside comfort zones

Tailoring

Our 30-minute Haka Energizer is ideal for raising the energy and adding a memorable element to a conference or meeting. The Haka Team-Builder is an immersive 90-minute session exploring the fascinating history and traditions of the Haka. Would you like specific elements of company branding, culture and/or mission statement woven into your program? Just let us know what you have in mind.

Options

Haka Energizer (15 – 30 mins)
Haka Team-Builder (45 – 90 mins)
Create Your Own Haka – embody your specific vision and values (120+ mins)
The All Blacks, the Haka and the Culture of Winning – keynote presentation (45 – 60 mins)
Empowering Women Through Haka (45 – 90 mins)

Chosen By:

"It was such a powerful experience, one that really lifted the vibration of energy in the room. It was magical and helped form a strong bond between the team."

Bupa Global

"Southwest University absolutely loved the HAKA Program, and look forward to working with you all in the future again. They had an amazing time as it was their first time experiencing the HAKA. We thank you all to making this possible and giving us the full training to becoming HAKA warriors."

Southwest University

"We partnered with TeamBonding to have the HAKA experience at our annual company meeting. The presentation exceeded our expectations. Our employees are still talking about it a week later. TeamBonding was professional and responsive."

Synovia Solutions

"The Haka was fantastic and the guys were great! Our team is still talking about the Haka today and seeing if everyone can remember the words and movements. Overall we thought it was a perfect team building. Thanks so much to your team and the guys performing!"

Activision Blizzard

"Our leaders enjoyed the Haka team-builder very much. Waka was just wonderful and has a great energy! It definitely was the talk of dinner that evening. I appreciate your responsiveness and helping to get this arranged for our group!"

Brown & Brown Insurance

" The performance was simply great, really big thank you to your team, especially Ed – he smashed it, his energy, his flexibility and speaking skills was overwhelming! Looking forward to our future cooperation."

Hexagon

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