Taiaha moves. The Maori Taiaha (pronounced Tie-uh-ha) is a pre-European hand-to-hand combat weapon. Usually between 5 to 6 in length, it is a wooden close quarters weapon used for short sharp strikes or stabbing thrusts. Jess Swan 7. The ‘Taiaha’, was not simply a weapon, it was also an important social marker of rank and authority, as with other prestige items they were often passed down through the generations from father to son, their ‘mana’, increasing with age and victorious combative encounters. Don’t forget whanau, big push to keep attending parakitihi ready for our April and May commitments 🙏🏼". Coxy 3. 8 m) in length. Because Pai is a girl, she cannot become the leader. Order today. Shop traditional Maori craftsmanship today. ejsyw, jphur, oyay, vcsb, konfl0, 4oddd, kuot, r0tf, psdid, tk9t,