Tāne Ora Triathlon
Tāne Ora Triathlon – Tamakinui a rua (Te Kete Hauora o Tamaki Nui A Rua)
Start date & duration:
2010-2011
What is the programme trying to achieve:
To improve physical activity behaviours amongst Maori men and their whānau.
Who are the target population for this programme or service:
Maori males 35yrs and over.
What is the geographical coverage for this programme or service:
Any Maori men residing in the Tararua district.
Who can access it:
See above.
How did the programme come about:
CVD risk reduction and education identified by men within the district.
What approach is used for the service delivery:
Engagement of whānau, especially women, a series of workshops in the targeted community, free exercise training programmes for men in the target population, group training sessions for men run in the community, engagement of the community to support the programme e.g. participants offered free pool and gym entry. the 2010 Tāne Tri that included: whakawhanaungatanga; Exercise program; Access to heart checks; Medical advice; Smoking cessation programs; Nutrition program; Swim program; One on one support from health professionals.
What are the successes to date with the delivery of the service:
Integrated whānau ora approach (tamariki and the rest of whānau completely involved in the whole process from planning to implementation). Whanau are more active.
What are the measures of success for this programme:
CVRA completed for participants. Participants went on to compete in further triathlons including Iron Maori. Desire from the community to continue the programme in the future.
Has any evaluation of the service been undertaken? If so, when and what was the outcome:
Yes, see above points ‘What approach..’ and ‘Successes’.
Who are the funders of this programme:
Te Kawei Whakaheke funded Te Kete Hauora Ki Tamaki Nui-a-Rua to develop and action this key activity. In 2011, Te Kete Hauora o Tamaki Nui A Rua (an Iwi/Māori Service Provider) then sponsored the Tane Tri from internal resources.