Aka is a group fitness programme that utilises Whanake Rangataua and Haka moves with commands in Te Reo Māori. 

Aka Is unique to this rohe and is a form of the martial arts discipline founded by kaumātua and tohunga, Te Rangiwaea Rangitihi Tahuparae.  The beauty of Aka is that it embraces the abilities of all ages and genders, it is performed in te reo and is based on the teachings of our old people.  Like many traditional forms of physical activity it has succumbed to the more modern forms of exercise and martial arts but given the right resource is applicable even in the 21st century.  It was really strong in the 1990’s the aim of this activity is to revitalise it by training the trainers throughout the region.