ĀKI Rongoā Māori
Facilitating access to Rongoā Māori
What is Rongoā Māori?
Rongoā Māori encompasses a diverse range of traditional Maori healing modalities, incorporating holistic aspects of mind, body and spirit.
At ĀKI, we offer Mirimiri, Romiromi, Whitiwhiti Kōrero and Te Rau Ora within the Waikato region.
Services:
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Mirimiri
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Romiromi
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Whitiwhiti Kōrero
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Te Rau Ora
Our Kaitiaki:
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Evette (Evy) Hetet
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Mihaka Hohua
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Mana Huggan
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Maureen Kumeroa
Ways to access rongoā
Do you whakapapa Māori?
If you have Māori heritage book now to access your 2 fully funded sessions.
EAP Funded Sessions
Reach out to your employer or call EAP on 0800 327 669 to see if you’re covered and request Rongoā Māori through ĀKI Rehab.
ACC Funded Sessions
Do you have an approved ACC claim?
Reach out to your ACC recovery partner and request Rongoā Māori through ĀKI Rehab.
Vendor Number G0H588
Waitako University Student Free Sessions
Māori & Pacifika tauira can access 3 free sessions
Book your session and note your iwi or tribal affiliations & student ID number.
Standard Rate $90
If money is a barrier to accessing our services, please speak with us.
Mirimiri | Romiromi
Mirimiri & Romiromi incorporate physical, emotional and spiritual aspects of a person’s wellness. Both of these modalities support in releasing and relieving tension and pain that may be stored in the body. Please let our kairongoā know which modality you would prefer when you arrive for your session.
Whitiwhiti Kōrero
Whitiwhiti Kōrero is a forum for culturally grounded, therapeutic support and advice.
Te Rau Aroha - Kawakawa Poultice
A holistic healing journey supporting the central nervous system and overall wellbeing across body, mind, spirit, and whānau. Release past trauma, emotional blockages, and limiting beliefs while connecting with your spiritual self and ancestral wisdom through kawakawa, a sacred healing rākau central to Te Rau Aroha.
CANCELLATIONS
To cancel a session please phone us on 07 949 6873 or email kiaora@aki.nz
within 24 hours of the session. Late cancellations will incur a fee of 50% of the session rate.
Rongoā Kaitiaki
Evette Hetet (Evy)
Ngāti Hikairo, Ngāti Rora, Ngāi Tahu
As a dedicated kaimirimiri, kairomiromi, coach, and personal trainer, Evy takes a holistic approach to wellness. Guided by her tūpuna and her journey as a mother of two, she integrates movement, physical restoration, and holistic support to help whānau thrive.
Mihaka Hohua
Ngāti Hikairo, Waikato, Maniapoto
Bringing over three decades of community experience, Mihaka holds a deep passion for uplifting tāne wellbeing and whānau hauora. Mihaka’s mahi centers on fostering culturally grounded support to empower tāne and wāhine through each stage of life.
Mana Huggan
Te Aitanga-ā-Māhaki, Rongowhakaata
Grounded in traditional knowledge, Mana’s practice as a kaimirimiri is guided by Moana Skipwith-Lousi, incorporating mahi-ā-wairua under the spiritual guidance of Wiremu Niania to restore balance, spirit, and strength.
Maureen Kumeroa
Tūwharetoa, Ngāti Maniapoto, Waikato, Ngāti Kahungunu
Mentored by Wikitoria Oman and bringing a decade of experience, Maureen supports individuals recovering from trauma or injury. Her practice encompasses kawakawa poulticing, whitiwhiti kōrero, mirimiri, and romiromi.