The game of Ki o Rahi stems from the legend of Rahitutakahina and Tiarakurapakewai. 

It is essential that when learning the game that the puurakau (story) is also learnt.  

The story demonstrates that the sport is much more than a game.  It is a tribute to our ancestors, our language and our culture.

There are many different accounts of the story of Tiara and Rahi, it would be quite handy to try and find that story that relates best to your area of the country.

Please look through them all and enjoy their differences, if you have another version you would like to share, please let us know!

For a simple version you can click here.

For an extended version you can click here.