The ACT Brumbies celebrated their Polynesian players and honoured the club's links to island cultures by hosting a Pasifika Day on Sunday.

Almost 50 per cent of the Brumbies roster have islander heritage and the entire squad gathered to learn more about their teammates' culture.

Brumbies Polynesian players at the club's Pasifika Day on Sunday. Credit:Jamila Toderas

They learned different cooking techniques, enjoyed a Fijian lovo (an underground barbecue), and were taught traditional Samoan dancing.

Brumbies skipper Christian Lealiifano said it was a special day for the club and emphasised the bonds formed off the field will have an effect on it this season.