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Maori Haka Call and Response Freeze

M
PLAYERS
6+
DIFFICULTY
SETTING
Both
MATERIALS
HOW TO PLAY
1

A leader calls out a short, forceful phrase paired with a strong gesture, such as a stomp or chest slap.

2

The whole group must respond instantly with the same phrase and gesture in unison.

3

The leader increases the pace and intensity with each new call.

4

Anyone who lags behind or mismatches the gesture sits out that round.

5

The group members still matching perfectly at the fastest pace win.