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AOTEAROA
THE FLAGSHIP INDIGENOUS
WELLNESS SPA RANGE OF
Miri Miri or Mākoha - meaning natural gift - is the traditional holistic healing tradition or massage technique of the Maori, the indigenous people of Aotearoa/New Zealand.
It is steeped in Māori customs and culture, encompassing whanau ora (family health), tinana ora (physical health), hinengaro ora (mental health) and wairua ora (spiritual health). Maori culture is closely associated and inspired by the natural world and its power.
Miri miri is a holistic tradition, used for healing the physical and spiritual elements of a person’s life. This is in contrast to Western massage techniques which are primarily focused on the physical.
HISTORY
A BRAND WITH
After launching at Peninsula Hot Springs in 2006, Mākoha has been accredited by both the Massage Association Australia and Maori Advisory Board.
With international recognition and collaboration with 'Air New Zealand', Mākoha has long been showcased as the signature wellness massage of Aoteraroa.
Since the first breath of indigenous Aoteraoa, Mākoha has been utilised for natural healing and holistic wellness, and was reawakened in 1973 with Pungaerere
What Is
Miri Miri?
Miri Miri massage techniques incorporate elements of heat, earth wraps, water, kohātu, and steam that activates the body's self healing mechanisms.
The therapeutic techniques aid in relaxation to support lymphatic drainage, and stimulate receptors of the vagus nerve to help destress and reduce burnout.
For the athlete, Mākoha te haka deep tissue miri miri helps to release muscle tension. Te wae wae acknowledges the vibration and frequency, as well as assisting with breath and centering.
Our Mākoha Wellness Range and Treatments include extracts and derivatives of:
Kawakawa
Karengo
Harakeke
Horopito
Kumarahou
Manauka
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