Wai Oro Oro
Māori healing · Learning · Connection

A return
to connection.

Reconnect with self, others and the land through the teachings of Wai Oro Oro with Ruatau Perez. Begin with a free introduction, or explore Te Wai Puna, a four-month journey of learning, reflection and practice.

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Ruatau Perez and Hannah standing together at their healing space
Ruatau Perez & Hannah

The living waters

The sound and movement of wai.

Wai Oro Oro speaks to the sound, vibration and movement of water. From mountain source to river and ocean, wai offers a way to reflect on our own journeys of learning, healing and connection.

Rooted in mātauranga Māori, these teachings invite us to return to the source within ourselves, and to explore our relationships with one another and the whenua.

Find your pathway.

Begin with Oko o te Waananga, our free introduction, or learn alongside others through Te Wai Puna.

Free introduction

Oko o te Waananga

Discover foundational teachings and kōrero from Wai Oro Oro. A place to begin before exploring the deeper wānanga journey.

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Four-month online wānanga

Te Wai Puna

Explore Māori spirituality and traditional healing philosophies through monthly online teachings, live wānanga and community. Revisit the course materials for 12 months.

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Private healing sessions

Mirimiri & Romiromi

Explore traditional Māori healing practices with Ruatau Perez. Learn what to expect from a private, in-person session and enquire about availability.

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Meet in person

Wānanga, retreats & events.

Come together for in-person learning and kōrero with Ruatau. Explore opportunities to connect with the teachings, with one another and with the whenua.

Upcoming dates and booking details will be shared here as they are confirmed. For current information, get in touch or join our mailing list below.

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