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Our Membership is a monthly space for learners who want flexible support, real-world resources, and encouragement, no matter where they're learning from. Get weekly phrase drops, cultural insights, practical tools and a global community walking the journey with you.

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  • Our Membership is designed for anyone passionate about learning te reo Māori, including beginners, intermediate learners, educators, facilitators and professionals. Whether you're just starting your journey or looking to deepen your understanding, you'll find resources and community support to meet you where you are.

  • Yes, and it's a brand-new feature we're so excited about! Our members asked for audio to help with pronunciation, and we delivered. You'll now find exclusive pronunciation guides alongside our Bite-Sized and In a Minute sections inside the Membership. Each clip has been slowed down and trimmed for easy listening, so you can pause, replay, and practise at your own pace. This feature is perfect for building confidence in your reo, one phrase at a time. 

  • The Membership is just $17.99 per month, or $180.00 per year, giving you great value and flexibility. Our best-value option is the annual plan, where members save two months free. Join our Membership here.

  • New content is added multiple times each week, from phrase drops and language tips to curated links. Everything is delivered in bite-sized, easy-to-use formats to keep your learning flexible, practical and consistent.

  • None! Our Membership supports all levels, from beginners to advanced. Whether you're starting out or building confidence, you'll find resources that meet you where you are.

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