Titoki Education and Learning Ltd
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Workshops
Please note your place is not confirmed until we have received your course fee due to the high level of interest
Rongoa 1
This is the beginning of the journey. It introduces participants to the world of rongoa Maori, and the tikanga involved in learning rongoa. It focuses on getting to know the ngahere (the bush), how to identify the plants and trees that grow there, and the tikanga (traditional practices) that must be followed in harvesting from the ngahere for rongoa. It also puts participants in touch with resources and techniques, both traditional and current, to help them retain what they are learning, and to make use of it in a practical way. TAURANGA WORKSHOPS Dates - Option 3: Saturday 6 and Sunday 7 September, 2025
Dates - Option 4: Saturday 20 and Sunday 21 September, 2025 Time: 9.00am to 4.00pm both days Tutor: Rob McGowanVenue: Aongatete Lodge, Katikati, Bay of Plenty (accomm. avail Sat night, no charge)Fee: $260.00
Friday Accommodation - optional: $60 per person
AUCKLAND WORKSHOPS Dates - Option 1: Saturday 30 and Sunday 31 August, 2025 Dates - Option 2: Saturday 27 and Sunday 28 September, 2025Time: 9.30am to 4.00pm both days Tutor: Donna KerridgeVenue: Arataki Visitor Centre, Auckland (no accomm. available on site)Fee: $260.00
AUCKLAND WORKSHOPS Dates - Option 1: Saturday 30 and Sunday 31 August, 2025 Dates - Option 2: Saturday 27 and Sunday 28 September, 2025Time: 9.30am to 4.00pm both days Tutor: Donna KerridgeVenue: Arataki Visitor Centre, Auckland (no accomm. available on site)Fee: $260.00
Rongoa 2
This workshop follows on from Rongoa 1 as is a pre-requisite for undertaking Rongoa 4 (Medicine Manufacture). It will not only continue the development of knowledge around tikanga and plant identification, but will focus on harvesting and preparation of rongoa and their uses, and care of the ngahere (bush) to ensure rongoa continues to be available.
TAURANGA WORKSHOPSDates - Option 2: Saturday 18 and Sunday 19 October, 2025Time: 9.30am Saturday to 4.30pm SundayTutor: Rob McGowan/Donna KerridgeVenue: Waitaia Lodge, Lower Kaimai, TaurangaFee: $420 (incl full catering and Sat night accomm.)
TAURANGA WORKSHOPSDates - Option 2: Saturday 18 and Sunday 19 October, 2025Time: 9.30am Saturday to 4.30pm SundayTutor: Rob McGowan/Donna KerridgeVenue: Waitaia Lodge, Lower Kaimai, TaurangaFee: $420 (incl full catering and Sat night accomm.)
Rongoa 3
This workshop follows on from Rongoa 2 and will further develop knowledge around tikanga and plant identification, but will focus on harvesting and preparation of rongoa and their uses, and care of the ngahere (bush) to ensure rongoa continues to be available. This workshop is held on the west coast to allow participants to experience a different range of plants and eco-systems.
KAWHIA WORKSHOPSDates - Option 1: Saturday 10 and Sunday 11 May, 2025
Dates - Option 2: Saturday 1 and Sunday 2 November, 2025Time: 9.30am Saturday to 4.30pm SundayTutor: Rob McGowanVenue: Te Kauri Lodge, KawhiaFee: $420 (incl full catering and Sat night accomm.)Fri. Opt: $20pp Friday night accomm. no catering incl.
Rongoa 4 (medicine manufacture)
This workshop demonstrates the making of rongoa for use with friends and family.
The workshop will cover: a review of the principles of rongoa Maori; do’s and don’ts and why of harvesting; storage and manufacturing; ethics; using rakau for rongoa and kai; making ointments, balms, creams, infusions, and decoctions based on rongoa principles; introduction to other rongoa applications including poultices, compresses, syrups, plasters etc; reflections on our responsibilities; care of the knowledge and safety.
This is an interactive weekend that encourages student participation and sharing of knowledge and experiences. The prerequisite for enrolment is having completed at least Rongoa Maori 1. Workshop is limited to 15 participants. NORTHLAND WORKSHOPSDates - Option 1: Saturday 3 and Sunday 4 May, 2025 (CANCELLED) Dates - Option 2: Thursday 13 and Friday 14 November, 2025 Time: 9.30am to 4.00pm both daysTutor: Donna KerridgeFee: $460 (incl manufacturing materials and lunch both days)Venue: Oakura, Northland (no accommodation available at venue) Class sizes limited to 15 maximum for Rongoa 4
The workshop will cover: a review of the principles of rongoa Maori; do’s and don’ts and why of harvesting; storage and manufacturing; ethics; using rakau for rongoa and kai; making ointments, balms, creams, infusions, and decoctions based on rongoa principles; introduction to other rongoa applications including poultices, compresses, syrups, plasters etc; reflections on our responsibilities; care of the knowledge and safety.
This is an interactive weekend that encourages student participation and sharing of knowledge and experiences. The prerequisite for enrolment is having completed at least Rongoa Maori 1. Workshop is limited to 15 participants. NORTHLAND WORKSHOPSDates - Option 1: Saturday 3 and Sunday 4 May, 2025 (CANCELLED) Dates - Option 2: Thursday 13 and Friday 14 November, 2025 Time: 9.30am to 4.00pm both daysTutor: Donna KerridgeFee: $460 (incl manufacturing materials and lunch both days)Venue: Oakura, Northland (no accommodation available at venue) Class sizes limited to 15 maximum for Rongoa 4
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