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Level 1 Holistic Intuitive Massage Training Retreat.

Next LEVEL 1 ~ In-person Training Scheduled.
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Massage Training Videos will be available to you as part of this training to continue your practice and learning.
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V.W.A. Certified 50hr Holistic Intuitive Massage training  will offer you everything you need to  becoming an empowered, attuned and professionally skilled holistic intuitive full body massage therapist offering relaxation and deeper tissue techniques to family, friends and paying clients whom value your healing massage touch due to the benefits they feel.

This massage training experience is offered within a 6 day immersive transformational wellness retreat. 


​WHAT YOU WILL EMBODY FROM THIS EXPERIENCE :
  • Full body massage techniques that can be adapted to meet each client individually
  • Functional Anatomy Awareness and Understandings 
  • Embodied kinaesthetic experiences of massage knowledge
  • Deepening self knowledge and self trust and thus inner confidence
  • Professional massage techniques to give relaxation massage techniques and deeper tissues techniques to friends, family and clients.
  • You will be able to offer a professional massage services to paying clients straight away after you complete this training and continue to develop in your massage wellness career and business if you choose this path.
  • Daily Posture Client and mindfulness through Yoga For Massage Therapists
  • Access to a online training portal equiped with videos of the techniques your learnt 
  • Access to join the online Vibrant Wellness Academy Community. 

​NOTE: Many of our past students branched out straight away to paying clients after taking this level 1 training while others preferred to continue to build up their confidence practising on friends and family. The choice is yours ! 

Please read below to find the information on what this massage training includes along with the investment details plus how to register and pay your deposit or the full amount if preferred. Plus you will need to summit the registration form.

​You will find near the bottom of this page video reviews from our past students. These videos will give you a extra sense and flavour of our Vibrant Wellness Academy massage training and retreat experience. 

Ready to BOOK NOW. Then scroll to the bottom of this page to find all the links. 
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Testimonial Videos from our Massage Students over the years. Review the videos to get a sense of the training and retreat experience. 



LEVEL1 : 50 hr Holistic Massage Training Modules.
What do we cover in this training course ? 

In person trainings :


  • Daily Massage Techniques and Practising Sessions 
  • Relaxation Massage Techniques for the Back, Neck, Shoulders, legs, arms, hands, head and face. Optional Abdominals. 
  • Posture clinic - how to use body positioning and weight to benefit both therapist and client in a sustainable enjoyable way. 
  • Simple & Progressive functional science & understanding of Anatomy that applies to relaxation and deeper tissue massage therapy. 
  • Breath Awareness to support therapist and client becoming in-tune with the bodies natural rhythms and returning to homeostasis.
  • The key attributes & attitude of a great massage therapist. 
  • Understanding the simply science of the 'big stress factor' underlining most dis-ease & aliments in todays society and how this has an effects on the different systems in the body. 
  • Nervous system regulation of therapist and client for a trauma informed massage session. 
  • Daily Practical application sessions of new techniques for maximum integration of information while you quickly grow your confidence.   
  • Massage and Day Spa Consultation Form, Personal attitude & Connecting with your client. 
  • Daily Morning Yoga & Meditation Class 8am-9.30am to enhance your own body and breath awareness; body alignment, strength, flexibility, balance, peace, clarity and harmonious well-being. 
  • Our last morning together includes a sacred cacao ceremony, conscious free movement and closing circle. ​
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Day 6 Graduation day.
Post your in-person massage training online : 
  • Once you have successfully completed all the in-person massage training modules and become certified, you will then gain Access to the V.W.A. On-line Training portal where you will find massage videos and other resources to support your ongoing massage adventures, continued learning and developing career. 
  • You have the choice to join the private FaceBook group for Vibrant Wellness Academy students. ​
Included in the retreat stay : 
  • Level 1 Massage Training Retreat package also includes comfortable accommodation. 
  • 10 freshly prepared plant based vegan and vegetarian meals 
  • Access to on site infrared sauna and hot tub​
  • 1 pass to visit the locals Hanmer Springs Thermal Pools

​Please review Vibrant Living Retreat Training Venue HERE.
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There is the option to book yourself in a single rooms or twin share room in the 3 bedroom cottage with a shared bathroom and kitchen / lounge or the luxury ensuite twin share bedroom. 
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I loved my training at Vibrant Living, Mary jo is a fantastic teacher, with lots of knowledge to share. I have done three courses with her now and have loved them all. " Lucy Wheaton. 

Lucy post receiving her massage certifications with us has transitioned from her old work in a winery to working as a full time massage therapist at Body Restore in Blenhein, NZ. She has been constantly growing and learning and building her confidence sharing her massage skills in her new working environment helping people release tensions and feel better cared for. 

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INVESTMENT : Your MASSAGE TRAINING & SELF CARE RETREAT . 

LEVEL 1 : CERTIFIED 50 hr  Holistic Intuitive Full Body Relaxation Massage Training and Personal Wellness Retreat $2977 inclusive. Early bird discount of $300 when deposit or the full amount is paid before or no later than October 24th 2024. ( A EARLY BIRD OF $300 TO OCT 24th ) 
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  • $2977 : ( Retreat Stay ) Level 1  Offered over 6 days, 50hr CERTIFIED training with 5 nights private bedroom with a shared bathroom / kitchen / lounge cottage accommodation.
  • Includes fresh delicious organic wholesome meals cooked daily. 2 meals daily - breakfast and dinners. Lunch Optional to give you opportunity to; Relax / Visit Local Cafes for Lunch / Cook in your own kitchen or enjoy lighter snack as retreat breakfast and dinner are very substantial meals.  ​
  • This massage training and retreat is created for our students to enjoy a relaxing transformational self care retreat while also learning professional massage techniques and anatomy daily.. This supports integrating self care with caring for others. Plus you will also discover that this is the most effective way to learn. Expect to be surprised by what is possible through this way of learning as you get invited to open up your senses through breath awareness, massage techniques, body alignment, energy management, functional anatomy and a present caring heart that extends through your hands and touch. 

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Training Retreat Location at Vibrant Living Retreat in Hanmer Springs.
Please note that our Massage Training Day goes from 8am - 8pm approx and lunch is not included in the package. In the mornings we start our day with Gentle Therapeutic Yoga Posture Clinic followed by breakfast at 9.30am/10.30.

We aim for Lunch at 1.30pm - 3.30pm each day so you have time to relax in the middle of the day or go and visit the local thermal hot pools. Dinner follows our afternoon massage training modules at 6.30pm / 7pm approx. 
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For lunch you will have access to a shared self contained kitchen or you may choose to visit one of the many cafes and restaurants in Hanmer Springs village. 

BOOK YOUR MASSAGE TRAINING :

Two things are required to book your space on this massage training. Please make your deposit payment of $555 into the bank account below and complete the registration form. 

1. DEPOSIT PAYMENT TO VIBRANT LOVE LTD
BNZ Bank Account No : 02 - 0876 - 0261352-000
REF: MassageTrain - L124112024 - Novx6days


2. Please complete the registration form and summit it by Clicking HERE.  and email [email protected] to let me know you have made your deposit and completed the form.  

Any questions or payment plans needed EMAIL Mary Jo HERE 

Mary Jo Started Mountain View Massage Day Spa in Hanmer Springs in 2010. It became the No.1 rated Day Spa in Hanmer a few years later.

This Massage training will teach you the same style of massage I used in my Day Spa over the last decade +. 
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In 2025, I changed the Name from Mountain View Massage to Vibrant Wellness. 

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Alternative ways to make your deposit payment and book your connection call. 
  • Bank Transfer Name and Number : Vibrant Love Ltd A/C 02-0876-0261352-000
  • WISE A/C - Please send deposit amount to Mary JO's WISE ACCOUNT Email: [email protected]
  • WHATS APP MARY JO on +64212802447 to explore options ​

​A payment plan can be arranged to pay your training in smaller instalments amounts prior to the commencement date.  The entire amount must be paid in full 4 weeks prior to the commencement date of the training you have registered for unless another agreement has been arranged with Mary Jo.

To read about this training in my latest newsletter which mentioned payment plans and 2 sponsorship places you can apply for click this LINK
Your deposit amount of $555 NZ is refundable up to 4 weeks pre-training date commencement. After that date the deposit is non refundable, however you can use it towards the next massage in person massage training retreat or you can put it towards the online massage training course. If for any reason the training does not go ahead, then your deposit is totally refundable. 

A $200 admin fee will be taken from deposits for any cancellations and refund made. 

Join Vibrant Wellness Academy Facebook page HERE
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MORE ABOUT MARY JO YOUR MASSAGE TRAINING AND RETREAT GUIDE.

2024 OUR " Lifes in Transition ". 

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In December 2023 myself Mary Jo and husband Steve sold our Vibrant Living Retreat business in Hanmer Springs. This was our dream vision that we launched in 2015 to run a Wellness Retreat and Day Spa together. We did this for 9 years and sold it December 2023 to Adela and Jan.

In December we also departed Hanmer Springs which is where we lived for 15 years. In 2010 I started my 1st Day Spa called Mountain View Massage in Hanmer Springs which became the No.1 rated Day Spa on Trip Advisor.

Over the years I trained my own therapists at Mountain View Massage which eventually lead me to launching Vibrant Wellness Academy in 2017. I launched this Academy to offer my massage trainings and V.W.A. certification to more people interested in learning professional massage with a holistic intuitive approach.

I love ~love~ love witnessing my students move through their own welllness journey and then start getting rave reviews from their happy clients. Many getting inspired to start their own massage and wellness businesses.

I have run approximately 15 Level 1 in-person massage training retreat hosted at Vibrant Living Retreat between 2017 and 2023. 


In 2024 Steve and I have been taking some transitional time to house sitting and pet sitting around the South Island. It is proving to be a beautiful time to rest, reset, connect more with nature as we learn, evolve and grow.

DO YOU OWN YOUR OWN MASSAGE & WELLNESS BUSINESS ALREADY OR MANAGE ONE? 

As in 2024 we don't have a Vibrant Living Retreat to run, we are more mobile and open to options and opportunities to travel to different location around N.Z and elsewhere over seas.

We require a minimum of 6 people ( 5 considered ) to run this Level 1 massage trainings and a maximum of 12. 


If you currently own or manage a day spa and want to support your staff with enhanced self care and awareness to sustain their good massaging body and offering treatments with a holistic intuitive wellness approach and values, I offer shorter professional development training options over a weekend or weekday to suit your business and intentions.  Please EMAIL: [email protected] 

​I am open to collaboration. It is a dream of mine to run a Yoga TTC and Massage Training Immersive Retreat together over a immersive 4 - 5 weeks. I am happy to travel to places around NZ and over seas. 


You can Text to arrange a connections call +64212802447. You can also find me via Whats app and Facebook as Mary Jo Halligan or via the Vibrant Wellness Academy Facebook Page HERE. 

Check out a overview of Mary Jo's Massage Training followed with a few reviews from past students below. 


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Review from Vibrant Wellness Academy Massage Student. 

Training with Mary Jo has been such a magical journey. Being taught in a space that allows you to just be and provides such inspiration and connection. You are not just becoming a massage therapist you are learning so much more than that. You will be exploring the holistic/intuitive way to approach massage. It’s all about the whole body and each individual and what they need, no two same bodies are the same and that’s the beauty of it. This is the perfect way to learn massage " Abbie Lee Chapell 

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Vibrant Wellness Location:
serving Tairua & the Coromandel Peninsula

Intuitive massage, holistic wellness & Qhht sessions by appointment only with Mary Jo.
Professional Therapy Room Location: Main Rd, Tairua.
Receive the exact address details upon booking.
📱 021 280 2447 | Online Bookings via Fresha
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