'Ia ora na, Maeva, e Mānava!
Our mission is to provide an authentic Tahitian experience to the community in Aotearoa, New Zealand, and beyond.
Ahuuranui Tahiti is a Tahitian Arts School based in Auckland, New Zealand, welcoming everyone from diverse backgrounds to immerse themselves in the Tahitian culture through traditional songs, dances, music, arts, and crafts.
Ha'amāuruurura'a
Honouring Our Whanau
We wish to honour and acknowledge all individuals who have made a lasting impact through their help and kindness. While many are featured here, some have chosen to remain anonymous, and the list is still growing. Their contributions have shaped our community, and we are grateful for their Aroha.
Let’s continue to appreciate and honor everyone who has helped us grow.
Our Values
Aroha
Love and Compassion
We encourage loving and supportive community within our school. We create camaraderie among members and opportunities for collaboration and friendship through group workshops, performances, events and more
Oraora
Health
We support not only physical, but also spiritual and mental well-being through various art forms that serve as exercise, avenues for self-expression, and methods for stress relief. We strive to cultivate an environment that highlights the significance of wellness
Ihotaata
Authenticity
Guided by a Native Director deeply rooted in the culture, we commit to ensuring that all instruction faithfully reflects traditional Tahitian practices and arts. The wisdom and teachings are derived from her ancestral heritage
Tā Mātou Ra'atira
Our Director
Born and raised in Mā’ohi Nui, French Polynesia, Ahuuranui has inherited a profound knowledge of Tahitian culture and teaching traditions from her family. This generational legacy ensures that her cultural heritage remains authentic, preserved, and thoughtfully shared.
From a young age, Ahuuranui was deeply immersed in her family’s and community’s cultural practices. Her expertise in Tahitian dance was naturally transmitted through generations, eliminating the need for formal instruction and further enhancing the authenticity of her art.
Tā Mātou Rohi Pehe
Our Drummers
The rhythm of Tahitian culture resonates through the heartbeat of our talented drummers.
Integral to our artistic team, these skilled musicians bring the sounds of traditional Tahitian drumming to life, enriching our classes and performances and immersing students in the authentic cultural experience of Tahiti.
Our Supporters
