Testimonials

What previous participants have to say:

 

Feeling more connected with my body and being able to feel the warmth coming from another person.

I enjoyed the bodywork – both on myself to warm up and then on the other person. Stretching, breathing…

I know how to give a spring shiatsu massage so I can give to my friends and family.

Chloe

Papamoa

What I enjoyed most is giving and receiving… the whole nurturing package, shared honest conversations.

I feel rejuvenated. Very satisfied.

Ann-Marie

UK

Very balanced and professional, moved at the right speed for beginners, as a lot of concepts to cover.

I enjoyed most the practice and techniques shown.

Confidence in and moving my own body.

Deborah

Blenheim

I enjoyed the hand on practice with other students with guidance from Autumn.

Very grounding.

Lovely relaxed atmosphere of learning with Autumn. Delicious food.

Paula

Gisborne

What I enjoyed most is learning and expansion of ideas.

I benefited from attending this course because of self care and being with like minded people.

(I have) more body awareness, knowledge of TCM and how energy channels flow around the body.

Ardent

Cambridge

It has refreshed my previous learnings and increased my confidence… 

My overall experience of this course is Fab – great to meet more people interested in Shiatsu and to learn from each other and practice.

I really liked having a meditation and starting with warm up stretches: Makka-Ho and Oki Yoga.

Alex

Wellington

Amazing!

I enjoyed so much of it – probably the most the connection, both from receiving/giving Shiatsu and the emotional connection with everyone don’t he course.

It has been a much-needed break and I feel relaxed and refreshed.

Sahita

Katikati

Feeling much more grounded, conscious of the body toxicity and more ways of unblocking the channels on a daily basis with the exercises.

Ardent

Cambridge

Excellent. Well run. I got what I came for on the whole and was fed like a queen. Such a wholesome and supportive environment.

Dellis

Hunua

I enjoyed the tea, food, company and Autumn’s great style of teaching and interacting.

Adam

Whakamarama

Healthy food and connection with beautiful people… amazing nourishing experience for body and mind. A beautiful setting, and teachings are very beneficial and useful.

Harumi

Tauranga

Feel great! Learnt some useful skills for myself and my family.

Excellent facilitation, presentation of information & techniques. Not rushed, plenty of time for questions and to practice. Great group connection.

Tracey

Hamilton

Ambiance. Community Spirit. Built trust early. Open learning atmosphere. Safe space. The food… Thank you for bringing this to us.

Liz

Auckland

…importance of self-care and relaxing effect of shiatsu. This was a totally new experience. Keep on doing what you are doing. You exceeded my expectations…

Stan

Auckland

I love these courses from start to finish, so much information and sharing of ideas, and practical application of knowledge.

Ardent

Hamilton

Autumn was such a wonderful teacher with a beautiful energy. I loved the calm, but passionate way she delivers her course. Jenni I would come back just for the food – it was so nourishing and delicious!

It was beautiful informative and fun!

Janine

Te Aroha

A great reminder to breathe and move with the hara energy.

I feel more whole – open, body is holding less stress / tension. So healing to be in company with others in a safe nurturing space.

Ardent

Cambridge

I have gained clarity around meridian work vs muscle work.

I feel renewed and reflective

Jennifer

Napier

I felt so supported.

Tonya

Matamata

A fabulous course, especially the fact that it was done in two days!

Ocean

Pokeno

I have gained deeper understanding towards Shiatsu and also my interest to learn more. 

Overall experience: Amazing!

Mihir

Hamilton

A steep yet pleasant learning curve. I was able to watch, receive, and give shiatsu. I feel better for having participated…

Berenize

Auckland

I have a deeper grounding and remembrance of my own physical form.

The whole course has been wonderful, the company, the food, the learning.

Ardent

Hamilton

Very thorough, lots of information, really interesting, inspired to learn more!

Caroline

Tauranga

I enjoyed Autumn’s natural way to teach with humour and conversation, the analogies and relating the five element theory to everyday life and nature… reconnecting with my body and breath, and igniting my desire to learn and help others through bodywork.

Jodi

Athenree

I feel capable of giving a friend/parter a basic shiatsu massage. I have also been made more aware of energy and it’s involvement in health.

Erin

Thames

The chance to deeply relax over the two days… I feel still and calm.

Chris

Whangarei

A pleasure! From the moment I booked. The responses have been super fast… presentation wonderful, food delicious.

Katrina

Whakatane

I thoroughly enjoyed the whole course.

The combination of Autumn & Jenni is one this world needs.

Joshua

Raglan

Autumn – just beautiful

Theory – easy to follow

Food – delicious

Bonnie

Tairua

I found this course to be informative, a wealth of information, hands-on experience and feedback. Incredible catering, sufficient break time.

Professional, polished, yet relaxed.

Thank you.

Cushla

Mangawhai

My overall experience was great. I stepped out of my comfort zone and tried something I had not done before.

Angela

Tauranga

You created a very inclusive and encouraging and safe environment in which to learn and learn.

Niki

Wellington

I’ve found my calling! …and I’m very happy about this. I felt my heart open – I’m going home energised.

Sheryl

Auckland

Reminded me… get back in touch with my Ki & intuition. It was wonderful… the tea, the space, the set-up. A really good introduction to the practice of Shiatsu and the application of TCM (Traditional Chinese Medicine)

Alex

Wellington

I enjoyed the balance between theory and practical… I feel I have gained a basic understanding of the theory of Shiatsu and am excited / motivated to learn more.

Naoise

Christchurch

Food! Delicious.

Natali

Christchurch

Feeling inspired by all the new information, and new tools I could use in my day-to-day life. It was great for my well-being. Really delicious food and snacks. 

I’m feeling replenished… have a more subtle awareness on my system, how I live, and what I eat.

Amrit

Coromandel

A welcoming way of working & learning… (I have) a greater sense of self – shifting towards more exploration, greater depth of learning.

Helen

Tauranga

Thank you so so much for beautiful energy, lovely surroundings, gorgeous food & opening your space for us.  A lovely space, feeling very privileged to be here. 

Michelle

Rotorua

Autumn is an awesome teacher, practitioner. I loved the balance of theory and practical… It has allowed me to notice more…showing me where I can bring more intention ad awareness to my own space.

Miki

Queenstown

It helped me open up and feel more comfortable with myself and others. It’s a lovely atmosphere to learn not just about shiatsu but ourselves and nature too.

Such a beautiful experience.

Rosie

Tauranga

I really enjoyed the whole journey… a beautiful bodywork technique. Learning a new way to work with the body and also new ways to see the body through TCM.

It was excellent!

Ra

Traveller

I found the intro course to be incredibly informative. Has led me to want to explore Shiatsu further. Has nourished my body and mind to be part of this weekend.

I have benefitted from… taking time in my practice, slowing things down, a deeper appreciation for TCM.

Jess

Matata

The giver of the treatment is very important… It is an experience for the giver as well… I will take this with me the most.

Janneke

Auckland

Kotahitanga, Tatai Hono, Pa Ngawari

Oneness, Deep Connection, Gentle Touch

Kevin

Porirua

It felt like a safe space from the moment entering the yurt. An amazing group of students who were open and interesting. Amazing facilitator with a relaxed pace, allowing info to be easily received.

Kai

Pukehina

Wonderful. Heartfelt and informative. A great balance between practical experience and the value of a strong mind-body connection.

Chris

USA

Really loved it. Amazing food. A great Introduction to shiatsu.

I feel really happy to have a 45min treatment I can share.

Rohan

Whakatane

Loved it all… it was perfect!

Joanna

Raglan

The experience was perfect for me. I love the environment & support & materials. Perfect!

Tess

Tauranga

Beautifully held space in which each of us was encouraged to tap into our inner knowing and connect with trust, care, and love.

..awareness of the mother-child relationship with the elements; deepening into commitment…

Amanda

Whakatane

Informative, nurturing, inspiring… and the food was outstanding!

I’ve done the course before, but it was slightly different and still interesting. Well worth doing again! I feel much more relaxed and I feel I have better positioning when giving this time.

Katie

Tauranga

Most of all I have benefitted from the nurturing I received and was able to give. I also loved the space, the natural environment and the food!

Joanna

Tauranga

I feel quite a deep peace as well as an expanded perspective of how to connect through bodywork.

Emma

Waihi Beach

It was great – Autumn I loved your manner and teaching style and your generosity. And thanks Jenni for the delicious food. I had a very enjoyable weekend.

Rachel

Wellington

Awesome holistic experience! – for mind, body & soul.

Doing the intro course for the 2nd time, I feel more confident in my touch… it’s good layering the knowledge and practice, plus I learned new stuff too! I think more things resonated with me the second time around, it’s given me a deeper understanding.

Also, I appreciate and notice the different seasonal approaches – it makes me curious for the (other) courses..

Alex

Wellington

I loved that Autumn wove her naturopathy experience into the two days. It was a great balance of content and breaks and amazing food to nourish us.

Aislinn

Hamilton

I learned about the ‘art’ of shiatsu, and enjoyed being able to ask heaps of questions that were then answered with consideration.

Astrid

Hamilton

Beautiful. Nourishing. Informative. Professional. Practical. Wonderful food. Overall inspired…

I have learned more about myself by connecting, and bringing awareness into my body, eyes open to how my body works and how it is intricately connected.

I also feel like I have stepped into my personal power through learning.

Anakayla

Auckland

I’m so glad I came. I loved all of it… Brilliant teacher, so patient.

Lynn

Whangarei

I thought Autumn’s teaching was insightful, relevant and easy to understand while also challenging the mind.

Gaining new knowledge & understanding of this discipline has translated into a different perspective on human nature than western society teaches.

Sam

Auckland

Delightful! Relaxing and informative.

Amme

Nelson

Autumn is a lovely teacher, so passionate and wonderful at what she does.

A wonderful combination of learning and healing.

Eboni

Mount Maunganui

Amazing what you can learn and experience in only two days.

Sabrina

Mount Maunganui

A very thorough introductory course, delivered in a relaxed way. Loved it. Very holistic approach. And beautiful wholesome food.

Rachel

New Plymouth

Awesome. Loved the tea and food. The beautiful space and connection to other lovely women… My needs were met.

Kerstin

Tauranga

…dropping into the body; self care; relaxation & education… amazing!

Kati

Tauranga