Mau Rakau

Art

Mau rākau("Bearing a Weapon")

Overview

Traditional Maori weapon-based martial art featuring the taiaha (long staff), mere (short club), and other traditional weapons. Includes the haka war dance. Being actively revived and taught.

Country of Origin

New Zealand

Founded

— Ancient era

Also known as

Maori WeaponryTaiaha

Combat Effectiveness

Overall Combat Rating

5/10

History & Origin

Lineage & Key Figures

Lineage

Structure & Training

Signature Techniques

Taiaha fightingHaka war danceMere club techniques

Core Technique Classes

Taiaha (staff) fightingMere (club) strikesPatu (short weapon)Haka (war dance)

Sub-Types

maori martial artweapon art

Competition

Medical & Safety

Danger Rating

high/10

Sources & References

[1] Simmons, D.H. Maori Weapons in Pre-European New Zealand. Dominion Museum Bulletin, 1973. — link

Geography & Status

Status

Competitive SportActive

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