Kōkako - Teina
$150.00
Choosing Your Taonga
Each of our koikoi is individually numbered, and no two are ever the same. We believe it is not just you who chooses the taonga.. the taonga chooses you.
About our Teina rākau
The Teina koikoi is designed for tamariki aged 5–10 years, bridging the step between our smallest Pōtiki and the larger rākau of Tuakana and Rangatira. At 110cm, it allows tamariki to grow their confidence, strength, and discipline while carrying the same mana as its larger whānau.
Features
Wood type: Tawhai
Length: 110cm x 25mm diameter
Binding: Dark blue semi-waxed cord
Feathers: Blue/Grey and Black Schlappen Strung Feathers
Finish: Beeswax natural finish
What is the Kōkako?
The kōkako is a native bird of Aotearoa, known for its rich, echoing call that travels through the ngahere. It moves with intention, often leaping from branch to branch, showing strength through patience and control.
Significance for Teina
The Teina reflects growing into confidence and identity. Like the kōkako strengthening its call across the forest, this taonga represents development, discipline, and self-belief.
What is a koikoi?
Traditionally, the koikoi was a long spear sharpened on both ends, used with a two-handed grip to strike and parry.
At Tekotiri, each taonga carries its own mauri, reminding us that every journey is unique. More than rākau, they are pathways of connection, guiding whānau back to their whakapapa and forward into their own journey.
Continue the journey
Explore our guided mau rākau tutorials with Caleb and Jackie Kutia on YouTube, and walk further with us in this kaupapa.
Ngā mihi nui,
Caleb & Jackie Kutia
Founders of Tekotiri Limited