Learn to sing waiata with confidence!

Whether you’re new to waiata, unsure of your pronunciation, or nervous about singing out loud, Waiata101 gives you a safe and practical place to begin.

No vocal experience needed. No pressure to be perfect.

Just clear guidance, supportive learning, and waiata you can return to again and again.

Waiata101 is for you if:

  • You’ve always wanted to sing waiata but don’t know where to start

  • You feel unsure about pronunciation and want simple, practical guidance

  • You want to build confidence singing with your whānau, class, team, kapa haka or community

  • You’re a kaiako who wants to teach waiata with more ease

  • You want a supportive space where questions are welcome and mistakes are part of learning

When you join Waiata101, you’ll get:

  • 6 months access to the full online course and waiata resources

  • 8 waiata with lyrics, pronunciation support, vocal tracks, and backing tracks

  • 7 live MasterClass sessions with HineKoia on Zoom

  • Beginner-friendly vocal training so you can understand and care for your voice

  • Practical reo Māori pronunciation tools to help you sing with more clarity

  • Fun warmups and simple exercises to build confidence without pressure

  • A supportive learning space where you can ask questions and grow at your own pace

Waiata 101 is not just about learning to sing, it’s about finding your voice, growing confidence, and connecting with waiata in a meaningful way.

Enrolments are currently closed for Waiata101!

Sign up to the waitlist for information and early enrollments

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Live Master Classes With HineKoia

The live Master Classes are a chance to ask questions, deepen your learning, and receive guidance in a supportive online space.

There is NO group singing as part of the course.

If you would like to sing solo and receive feedback, there will be opportunities to do that during the Master Classes, but it is always your choice.

2026 Waiata 101 Master class Schedule

All Master classes are recorded and made

available to watch later.

Time: 7:30pm–9:00pm
Timezone: Auckland (GMT +13)

Master Class Dates

  • Monday 24 August 2026

  • Monday 7 September 2026

  • Monday 21 September 2026

  • Monday 12 October 2026

  • Monday 2 November 2026

  • Monday 23 November 2026

  • Monday 7th December 2026

Waiata Resources Include:

  • Lyrics for each waiata

  • English translations to support understanding

  • Pronunciation videos to help you say and sing each

    word with confidence

  • Lead vocal tracks featuring melody and harmonies

  • Backing tracks for practising on your own or with others

Waiata List

  • Tōku Reo Tōku Ohooho

  • Tūtira Mai Ngā Iwi

  • Te Aroha (including the second verse)

  • Purea Nei

  • Ngā Iwi E

  • Homai Tō Poho

  • E Minaka Ana

  • The National Anthem in Te Reo Māori

Live Master Classes Content

  • How the Voice Works
    Understand the basics of your singing voice and explore healthy warm-ups and “voice gym” exercises.

  • Breathing, Posture and Te Reo Pronunciation
    Discover how aligned posture and responsive breathing help your voice flow, with practical tips for te reo Māori pronunciation.

  • Building Effective Practice Habits
    Learn how to practise with confidence and consistency, while reviewing warm-ups, breathing, posture and vocal foundations.

  • Easing Vocal Pressure
    Understand why the voice can become tired or hoarse, and learn practical ways to sing with more freedom and less strain.

  • Open Master Class
    Bring your questions and receive individual feedback in a supportive live coaching session.

  • Open Master Class
    A second opportunity for personalised guidance, troubleshooting and feedback on your singing journey.

  • Revision and Next Steps
    Consolidate what you’ve learned and create clear next steps for continuing your vocal development beyond Waiata101.

Build Your Voice, Note by Note

Waiata101 includes over 40 beginner-friendly vocal training videos to help you understand your voice, practise safely, and grow your confidence at home. These lessons are simple, practical, and supportive, with space to learn at your own pace. You’ll explore how the voice works, how to breathe for singing, how to warm up, and how to care for your voice as you build confidence with waiata.

What to expect:

  • Easy-to-follow lessons on vocal anatomy, breath, posture, and projection

  • Warmups and voice exercises including sirens, tongue trills, and scales

  • Practical tools to release tension and avoid pushing the voice

  • Reo Māori-focused sound practice, including vowel and pronunciation exercises

  • Guidance on how to practise, when to rest, and how to warm down

  • Vocal health support, including hydration, voice loss, sickness, sleep, and caring for your voice

  • A calm, encouraging approach where mistakes are part of learning

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