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ko wai au

Ko wai au? 

Nō Tiamana ōku tīpuna 

Ko Pukeone, Ko Tū Ao Wharepapa ngā maunga whakaruruhau

Ko Motueka te awa o te rohe 

Ko Ngāti Rārua, ko Te Ātiawa ngā iwi kāinga 

He tangata tiriti ahau 

Ko Kate tōku ingoa 

Tēnā tātau katoa

As an advocate for environmental consciousness and a devotee of te taiao, my journey has been shaped by more than 20 years of experience working with people through movement, bodywork, outdoor education, and group experiences. My work is grounded in growth, purpose, and meaningful relationships.

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Alongside my work as a massage therapist, I currently work as the manager of a small charity, the Wilderness Canoe Trust, and continue to work as an Outward Bound instructor and facilitator.

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These experiences continue to deepen my understanding of nature as a powerful kaiako and guide. Through both one-on-one sessions and facilitated group experiences, I aim to create spaces that feel inclusive, reflective, and that support authentic communication and collaboration.​​

Kate
Te taiao

Originally from Germany and now rooted in Aotearoa, my journey through travel, immersion in diverse cultures and landscapes, community work, and the privilege of volunteering on enriching inclusion projects has broadened my worldview and strengthened my commitment to collective care.

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In my exploration of Te Ao Māori, I move with respect, aware of the sacredness and responsibility that comes with learning from this rich culture. I strive to embody the values of kaitiakitanga (guardianship), recognizing that the wellbeing of Papatūānuku (the Earth) and all beings is deeply interconnected.

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I believe that true fulfillment lies in service to something greater than ourselves. I am dedicated to leading by example, empowering others on their journey towards collective betterment, and cultivating a world where we begin to see how our actions ripple out into the world.

My Commitment
Herenga

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​I am comitted to purposeful contribution and striving to create a world where we honor our relationships - with ourselves, others, and Papaptūānuku, our earth.

Tangata Te Tiriti​​

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As a tangata Tiriti, I am deeply committed to fostering cultural awareness and being a respectful, intentional Treaty partner. I continuously engage with Te Ao Māori, honouring its values and teachings, and incorporate them with reverence into my practice. I am dedicated to learning Te Reo Māori and actively engage with iwi to ensure my work aligns with Te Tiriti o Waitangi.

Together Te Tiriti

​UN Sustainable Development Goals

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​Good health and wellbeing 

My goal is to make wellbeing accessible to everyone. To support this, I offer flexible payment options, including koha or service exchanges for those experiencing financial hardship.

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I donate massages to local women’s shelters. If you are a business, charity, or NGO whose members could benefit from my services but lack the financial means, please get in touch! I'd love to offer some spaces for free services.​ 

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Responsible Consumption and Production
I am committed to minimise my environmental impact by using organic, sustainably and fair sourced products in my services, from materials used in sessions and workshops to the goods I recommend to clients.​​

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Climate Action

I actively calculate my travel emissions and offset my carbon footprint by planting native trees with Trees That Count.

SDG 3
SDGs
SDG 12
SDG 13

Education
Kuranga

Qualifications

  • NZQA Level 4 Certificate in Holistic Massage​​

Holistic Health Training LTD 

  • NZQA Level 5 Certificate in Anatomy and Physiology

Holistic Health Training LTD ​

  • ​Certificate in Deep Tissue Massage 

Deep Tissue Massage - Power Of Touch

  • Level 1 Certificate in Te Reo

Open Polytechnic

  • NZQA Level 5 Certificate in Outdoor Leadership & NZOIA Bush 1

​AdventureWorks

  • Outdoor Ecotherapy Training course 

ecoSelf, David Key

  • Certificate in Life Coaching

IAP, International Association Of Professions Career College

  • Mindful Somatic Ecotherapy Training

Restorative Relationships

  • Certified Hatha Yoga Teacher

Embodied Flow™ 200 h Yoga Alliance

  • Certified Practitioner for Traditional Thai Yoga Massage  

Institute for Traditional Thai Yoga Massage

Some of my workshops, trainings and experiences include

  • ĀTA - Adventure Therapy Aotearoa (Leadership Team)

  • ​Activating Tangata Tiriti (Anna Guenther & co)

  • First Aid - Pre-Hospital Emergency Care (PEAK Safety) 2025

  • Neurodiversity Training (Mind Over Manner)

  • Rainbow Inclusivity (insideOUT)

  • Trauma Informed Practice 

  • Motivational interviewing (Tipene Pickett)

  • MEND Conflict Mediation (Youth Diversion, Kingston, Canada)

  • Leave No Trace Certificate (Center For Outdoor Ethics)

  • Fire- and Vertical Dance Artist (read more) 

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