Private healing with Ruatau Perez

Mirimiri & Romiromi

Traditional Māori healing practices.

Mirimiri and Romiromi work with the spiritual, energetic and physical aspects of our being. These interconnected practices honour the relationship between wairua, hinengaro, tinana and whakapapa.

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Private sessions: In person
Session length: 60–90 minutes
Bangalow sessions: NSW, Australia

Two connected practices

Wairua, hinengaro and tinana.

Mirimiri is the tuakana, the senior or guiding aspect, working with the non-physical dimensions of healing. Romiromi brings this work into the physical body. Together, they recognise that our experiences of wellbeing extend beyond the physical.

Mirimiri

The energetic aspect

Mirimiri works with the energetic and spiritual aspects of our being, preparing the way for the physical work of Romiromi.

It can take many forms, including whitiwhiti kōrero, waiata, takutaku, karakia, taonga pūoro, breathwork and connection to wairua and tūpuna. Sound, light and vibration are central to this practice.

Romiromi

The physical aspect

Romiromi works directly with the physical body and may involve hands, arms, elbows, kōhatu and rākau.

The practice works with traditional pressure points, while recognising the connection between the body and the experiences we carry within it.

During your session

What to expect.

Ruatau, often known as Ru, holds the space and guides you through the session, working at a pace that honours where you are and what you are ready for.

You remain fully clothed throughout your session.
A kaupare and a spray of salt water are used for spiritual protection.
You will be guided to use your breath throughout the process.
Emotions may arise. There is space for kōrero as the session unfolds.

After your session

Space to integrate.

Allow yourself time to rest and reflect on the experience. Take things gently and give yourself space before returning to the demands of your day.

Drink water, spend some time in nature if you can, and make room for grounding and rest.

Your practitioner

Ruatau Perez

Ruatau is of Ngāi Tūhoe and Ngāpuhi descent and honours his Pasifika, Spanish and Portuguese whakapapa. He brings over 25 years of experience in mātauranga Māori, rongoā Māori and traditional healing practices.

His mahi is grounded in the mātauranga passed down to him through Papa Joe, Hohepa Delamere. Alongside private sessions, Ruatau shares the teachings through wānanga, mentoring and the Wai Oro Oro online learning community.

Private sessions

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To ask about private sessions with Ruatau in Bangalow, NSW, email us for current availability and pricing. You can also ask about his Christchurch sessions.

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