Next LEVEL 1 ~ In person Training Scheduled for Nov 24th - 29th 2024

​at Vibrant Living Retreat in Hanmer Springs.
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If you can't make this in-person NOV 2024 training retreat in NZ, take note we will be launching our online Level 1 massage course later in the year. Make sure and sign up to our newsletter or email your interest. Click HERE
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Massage Training Videos will be available to you as part of this training to continue your practice and learning.
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. This happens over 6 immersive transformational retreat days. 

​With this massage training retreat package you will build up the massage knowledge, embodied kinaesthetic experiences, self trust and confidence to massage family and friends. You will also be prepared and skilled to offer your professional massage services to paying clients as you continue to develop in your wellness career and business.

​Many of our certified past students branched out straight away to paying clients after taking this level 1 training while others preferring 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 and 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 that is offered through booking onto a memorable and massage life affirmative course with us. 

Ready to BOOK NOW. Then scroll to the bottom of this page to find all the links. ​

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 :

  • 10 Massage Training Module Sessions 
  • Relaxation Massage Techniques for the Back, Neck, Shoulders, legs, arms, hands, head and face. 
  • Posture clinic - how to use body positioning and weight to benefit both therapist and client in a sustainable enjoyable way. 
  • Keeping it Simple & Progressive. Enjoy Daily functional science & understanding of Anatomy that applies to relaxation and deeper tissue massage therapy. 
  • Daily progressive Breath Awareness to support therapist and client becoming in-tune with the bodies natural rhythms and returning to homeostasis.
  • Discover how to use your own and your clients breathing rhythms to enhance muscle relaxation while resetting the nervous system by switching on the innate healing system of the body to relieve stress and tensions. 
  • Discover 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. 
  • 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. 
  • This course covers many Mindfulness techniques to cultivate personal energy and breath awareness which then can be extended to your clients easily.  
  • Our last morning together includes a sacred cacao ceremony, conscious 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. 
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 Sept 24th 2024. 
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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 massage techniques and anatomy daily.. This is to support the values of integrating self care with caring for others ( aka Your Massage Clients post this training ! ). Plus you will also discover that this is the most effective way to learn and this is especially true for those whom are naturally more kinesthetic and visual learners. Expect to be surprised by what is possible through this way of learning as you get invited to open up your senses. 
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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 and lunch is not included in the package. In the mornings we start our day with Yoga Posture Clinic and Anatomy 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. 

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 complete the google form registration questions and summit, plus  make your deposit payment of $555

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

2. To confirm your space in our small training group of 6-8 students. Please complete the registration form and summit it by Clicking HERE.  

OPTIONAL OFFER: BOOK A FREE 30min CALL AND PAY DEPOSIT: To book in a date and time for a 30min complimentary connection call with Mary Jo the massage trainer and make your deposit payment online Clicking HERE 

This optional call with Mary Jo is a wonderful opportunity to connect over a video zoom call and chat about your massage training. Question can be asked specifically about the training and / or retreat stay arrangements. You may like to discuss what options are available to you post your training and becoming certified with Vibrant Wellness Academy to support your newly evolving or expanding massage and wellness career and / or business.

If you don't have a need to have this complimentary optional call and feel confident in your choice to book this training. Please use one of the alternative options below to make your deposit or full amount payment  and then EMAIL Mary Jo HERE with what option you choose to pay via so it can be followed up and confirmed for you. 

Mary Jo Started this Mountain View Massage Day Spa in Hanmer Springs in 2010. It became the No.1 rated Day Spa in Hanmer a few years later.  
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 Email : HERE . Please note this is a different email. 
  • Book your 30min connection call HERE and Mary Jo can discuss payment options with you then and this can include discussing a payment plan option. LINK HERE 

​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 the Trainer Mary Jo via your free 30min call together. Make sure and book this into her online Calendar HERE 

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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.

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

Join Vibrant Wellness Academy Facebook page HERE​

" Life in Transition " ~ update. 

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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 M.V.M. and eventually this 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 witnessing my students getting rave reviews from their happy clients and getting inspired to start their own massage and wellness businesses. I have run 15 or 16 of these 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 chill time 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 and grow to work on launching our in-person massage trainings as a online course. We are excited to make this trainings and others that support human wellness and empowerment and make them available to more people globally. These will launch over the next few months as a 5 day immersive home massage training retreat and over 5 weekends. Then eventually as a self paced learning option. 

WHAT THIS NEW LIFE STYLE OPENS UP FOR US IN 2024 and 2025.

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 5 or 6 people to run this Level 1 massage trainings and a maximum of 14.

If you currently own or manage a day spa and want to support your staff with enhanced self care and awareness to sustain a good massaging body and encourage a massage attitude with a more holistic intuitive approach and values, I offer shorter professional development training options over a weekend or weekday to suit your business and intentions.  Please EMAIL Mary Jo directly to enquire about these options.

​I am open to collaboration. It is a dream of mine to run a Yoga TTC and Massage Training together over a immersive 4 to 5 weeks. 

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. 
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Alternatively use this online Calendar to book a call at a date and time that suits you to discuss options. USE THIS LINK HERE