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Samoan Siva Group

``E lele le toloa, ae ma’au i le vai``—The toloa bird could travel anywhere in the world but will still be able to return home no matter what through the remembrance of their traditions.

Contact Details

Teacher(s) Involved:

Mrs Tanya Swindells

 

Email:

tanya.swindells@cloud.rangitoto.school.nz

 

Meeting times:Tuesday Lunchtimes (1:35 PM – 2:15 PM) and Thursday after school (3:30 PM – 5:00 PM)


Location: Tuesday in E10 and Thursday in the Sound Garden

 

Event scheduled dates: 

  • Pacific Whānau Hui: Term 1 and Term 3
  • Samoan Language Week: Term 2
  • Enrolments Evening: Term 3
  • Pīpīwharauroa Festival: Term 4
  • Māori and Pacifica Success Evening: Term 4

Talofa lava and Welcome to the Samoan Siva Group!

This is your chance to explore and engage with the beautiful Samoan culture through the expressive arts of traditional dance (Siva).

We are a truly inclusive group! No matter your background, ethnicity, or previous experience—if you love exploring different cultures and have an open mind, you are welcome here.

While we focus on learning and teaching Siva, we also share cultural lessons on Samoan traditions and values. By embracing this movement, we are helping to revitalise and celebrate the rich heritage of Samoa.

Ready to dance? Come share your energy and learn with us!

Rangitoto Summit Diploma

In order for your participation to be noted on your diploma you must perform at one big event along with one Pacifica Whānau Hui and you must also attend 45 dance practice sessions throughout the year.

A big event for our group includes the Māori and Pacific Success Evening, Pīpīwharauroaa festival, and the Enrolments Evening. Hence, you must perform at one of these listed events in order for recognition of participation to be included on your diploma. Our Pacifica Whānau Hui is a check-in event with our Pacifica students and their whānau where we may perform. You must attend and perform at one of these huis. There are two whānau huis in total throughout the year.

Student Profile Data

In order to have your activity added to your profile in time to be recognised at prizegiving, please ensure it is added by:

  • Year 9 and Year 10: 21 November 2025
  • Year 11: 19 November 2025
  • Year 12 and Year 13: 18 September 2025

Please check that your profile data is being updated regularly throughout the year.

Find Us

564 East Coast Road
Mairangi Bay
Auckland 0630
New Zealand