CALENDAR 2024/2025
CLICK ON THE COURSE FOR INFORMATION, FEES AND BOOKINGS
All prices include food and accommodation for the full course duration.
All prices are inclusive of GST.
Airport transfers and bedding hire is not included in the prices.
JANUARY 2025
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INTENSIVE BODYWORK - Practitioner Level
In just 6 days you will learn how to give a full body KaHuna massage and you will leave the course with an increased feeling of personal confidence.
Designed to teach the basic KaHuna bodywork so you leave confident in giving a full body massage. Beyond learning massage, you will be journeying through unique mindfulness and personal development processes, that will truly change your life. Never given a massage? No worries. No previous experience is required. We will guide you every step of the way.
Location: High Spirits Retreat, Kin Kin QLD
Arrival: Tuesday 7th January, 11 am for lunch at 12 pm. The first session is at 2 pm
Departure: Sunday 12th January, Lunch 1 pm for 2 pm departure
Your Investment: $1,898 (20% deposit secures your place)
Details:
6 Days onsite
All food and accommodation included
KaHuna 1 & 2 – Intensive Bodywork Instructional Videos included
Upon completion you are accredited for professional insurance with IICT and AON associations
One-on-one coaching and assessments to boost your confidence and skills
All equipment provided
Join our post-grad KaHuna Lomi Lomi student network for ongoing support
Bonus: Free Access to “7 Steps to a Better Life" on HUNA philosophy online course (valued at $499)
Transport
You will need to organise transport to Kin Kin – we do offer Airport transfers from Brisbane, so please let us know if you need this option.
You’ll Need:
Comfortable clothing to massage in
Bedding (you can hire this if you can’t bring it)
A desire to learn and an open heart
FEBRUARY 2025
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FULL SEATED MASSAGE SEQUENCE + KAHUNA & HEARTWORKS LOMI LOMI - MASSAGE
PRICE
Your Investment: $660
INCLUDES
All Tuition
All Accommodation
All FoodInstructional Videos and booklet on the seated massage chair sequence.
TERMS
If your circumstances change and you are unable to attend please refer to our refund policy under the FAQ's section of our website.All of the above prices include food and accommodation for the full course duration. All prices are inclusive of GST. Prices and dates are subject to change.
TRANSPORT
Airport transfers are not included in the above prices. Where possible we will connect students for "carpooling".BEDDING
Please bring your own bedding.LOCATION
High Spirits Retreat
297 Sister Tree Creek Rd,
Kin Kin QLD 4571ORGANISER
Mette's Institute of Bodywork and Personal Development.ARRIVAL TIMES
Check in from 11am Starts: 12pm on the first day
Ends: 4pm on the last day (includes a final group lunch).CONTACT
Any questions?
Email: [email protected]
Ph: 0407 651 600 -
INTENSIVE BODYWORK - Practitioner Level
In just 6 days you will learn everything you need to know to feel confident giving KaHuna massage to help transform yourself and your life.
Designed to teach the basic KaHuna bodywork so you leave confident in giving a full body massage. Beyond learning massage, you will be journeying through unique mindfulness and personal development process, that will truly change your life. Never given a massage? No worries. No previous experience is required. We will guide you every step of the way.
Location: High Spirits Retreat, Kin Kin QLD
Arrival: Tuesday 11th February, 11 am for lunch at 12 pm. The first session is at 2 pm
Departure: Sunday 16th February, Lunch 1 pm for 2 pm departure
Your Investment: $1,898 (20% deposit secures your place)
Details:
6 Days onsite
All food and accommodation included
KaHuna 1 & 2 – Intensive Bodywork Instructional Videos included
Upon completion you are accredited for professional insurance with IICT and AON associations
One-on-one coaching and assessments to boost your confidence and skills
All equipment provided
Join our post-grad KaHuna Lomi Lomi student network for ongoing support
Bonus: Free Access to “7 Steps to a Better Life" on HUNA philosophy online course (valued at $499)
Transport
You will need to organise transport to Kin Kin – we do offer Airport transfers from Brisbane, so please let us know if you need this option.
You’ll Need:
Comfortable clothing to massage in
Bedding (you can hire this if you can’t bring it)
A desire to learn and an open heart
MARCH 2025
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HEARTWORKS LOMI LOMI 1 - Practitioner Level
Heartworks Lomi Lomi uses the hands as an extension of the Heart in long flowing strokes on the Body - a deep healing style of Massage for anyone keen to pass on touch with Aloha or Love.
We believe taking time out for a retreat can be a transformative experience for all. This course is designed for people who want to take charge of their health and deepen their connection with others while learning a healing modality or massage style with a solid personal development program.
Location: High Spirits Retreat, Kin Kin QLD
Arrival: 11 am for lunch at 12 pm. The first session is at 2 pm
Departure: Lunch 1 pm for 2 pm departure
Your Investment: $1,100(20% deposit secures your place)
Details:
Includes:
Exclusive use of the retreat facilities, including access to the Sauna and Swimming Pool each day for your self-care and relaxation
Food and accommodation
Comprehensive training
Notebooks as your resource
Guided nature adventures for your personal and spiritual growth
You will leave having learned a full-body sequence of the Heartworks Lomi Lomi Massage
Accredited by the International Institute of Complimentary Therapies (IICT)
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INTENSIVE BODYWORK - Practitioner Level
In just 6 days you will learn everything you need to know to feel confident giving KaHuna massage to help transform yourself and your life.
Designed to teach the basic KaHuna bodywork so you leave confident in giving a full body massage. Beyond learning massage, you will be journeying through unique mindfulness and personal development process, that will truly change your life. Never given a massage? No worries. No previous experience is required. We will guide you every step of the way.
Location: High Spirits Retreat, Kin Kin QLD
Arrival: Tuesday 18th March, 11 am for lunch at 12 pm. The first session is at 2 pm
Departure: Sunday 23rd March, Lunch 1 pm for 2 pm departure
Your Investment: $1,898 (20% deposit secures your place)
Details:
6 Days onsite
All food and accommodation included
KaHuna 1 & 2 – Intensive Bodywork Instructional Videos included
Upon completion you are accredited for professional insurance with IICT and AON associations
One-on-one coaching and assessments to boost your confidence and skills
All equipment provided
Join our post-grad KaHuna Lomi Lomi student network for ongoing support
Bonus: Free Access to “7 Steps to a Better Life" on HUNA philosophy online course (valued at $499)
Transport
You will need to organise transport to Kin Kin – we do offer Airport transfers from Brisbane, so please let us know if you need this option.
You’ll Need:
Comfortable clothing to massage in
Bedding (you can hire this if you can’t bring it)
A desire to learn and an open heart
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ADVANCED BODYWORK - Advanced Level
This 6 day training course has been designed to strengthen and enhance the practitioner’s skills, offering a very technical process and getting the practitioner ready for clients with different issues, injuries and problem areas. Subjects which will be studied include:
Pregnancy massage; or side lying position to assist any client
Polynesian floor work;
Body draining systems and under body techniques;
Joint and bone massage;
Light and heavy pressure massage;
How to be professional with healing;
Body language and body awareness;
Ho’oponopono meditation … helps you make your personal relationships more healthy and rewarding.
Upon completion you will receive a certificate which is endorsed by the International Institute For Complementary Therapists. This will give you easy access to professional insurance.
Location: High Spirits Retreat, Kin Kin QLD
Arrival: Tuesday 25th March, 11 am for lunch at 12 pm. The first session is at 2 pm
Departure: Sunday 30th March, Lunch 1 pm for 2 pm departure
Your Investment: $1,898 (20% deposit secures your place)
Details:
6 Days onsite
All food and accommodation included
Transport:
You will need to organise transport to Kin Kin – we do offer Airport transfers from Brisbane, so please let us know if you need this option.
You’ll Need:
Comfortable clothing to massage in
Bedding (you can hire this if you can’t bring it)
A desire to learn and an open heart!
MAY 2025
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RITES OF PASSAGE
This level focuses on deepening the understanding of the connection between body, mind and spirit. It prepares you to deal professionally with clients emotional releases which may occur during massages. The course also offers an opportunity for goal setting and for gaining clarity on a personal level.
Location: High Spirits Retreat, Kin Kin QLD
Arrival: Tuesday 6th May, 11 am for lunch at 12 pm. First session is at 2 pm
Departure: Sunday 11th May, 11 am departure
Your Investment: $1,898 (20% deposit secures your place)
Details:
6 Days onsite
All food and accommodation included
Transport
You will need to organise transport to Kin Kin – we do offer Airport transfers from Brisbane, so please let us know if you need this option.
You’ll Need:
Comfortable clothing to massage in
Bedding (you can hire this if you can’t bring it)
A desire to learn and an open heart!
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INITIATION & INTEGRATION
This 5 day training course is focusing on the integration of previous levels. It offers an understanding of the relationship between our state of mind and the four elements: Earth, Water, Fire and Air.
Location: High Spirits Retreat, Kin Kin QLD
Arrival: Wednesday 14th May, 11 am for lunch at 12 pm. First session is at 2 pm
Departure: Sunday 18th May, Lunch 1 pm for 2 pm departure
Your Investment: $1,898 (20% deposit secures your place)
Details:
5 Days onsite
All food and accommodation included
Transport:
You will need to organise transport to Kin Kin – we do offer Airport transfers from Brisbane, so please let us know if you need this option.
You’ll Need:
Comfortable clothing to massage in
Bedding (you can hire this if you can’t bring it)
A desire to learn and an open heart!
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We look forward to welcoming you to an eight-day training program that will give you the foundations needed for your leadership and facilitation abilities to soar.
Through practice-based exercises and supportive theory, you will leave this training program feeling confident in designing and delivering your next workshop or retreat. After completing this course, leading and facilitating groups will become a straightforward exercise that will feel easy and completely doable!
Supercharge Your Professionalism – Over 8 days and 7 nights you will learn how to:
Become a more effective collaborator in decision-making for greater engagement and impact.
Foster a sense of safety and belonging to allow people to be their best.
Support people towards having courageous conversations, particularly when they are experiencing strong emotions.
Work well with diversity, rank and power without shaming and judgement.
Manage challenging behaviour and stand by those experiencing pain, frustration or anger.
Make group work more engaging, dynamic and generative…
and a whole lot more…
Upon completion, you will feel full of confidence, inspired and ready to step into leading and sharing. Your practice will expand with the newly acquired skills you have gained.
Location: High Spirits Retreat, Kin Kin QLD
Arrival: Friday 30th May at 12 pm
Departure: Friday 6th June at 12 pm
Your Investment: TBA (20% deposit secures your place)
Details:
8 Days onsite
All food and accommodation included
Transport:
You will need to organise transport to Kin Kin – we do offer Airport transfers from Brisbane, so please let us know if you need this option.
You’ll Need:
Bedding (you can hire this if you can’t bring it)
A desire to learn and an open heart!
JUNE 2025
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Item description
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HEARTWORKS LOMI LOMI 1 - Practitioner Level
Heartworks Lomi Lomi uses the hands as an extension of the Heart in long flowing strokes on the Body - a deep healing style of Massage for anyone keen to pass on touch with Aloha or Love.
We believe taking time out for a retreat can be a transformative experience for all. This course is designed for people who want to take charge of their health and deepen their connection with others while learning a healing modality or massage style with a solid personal development program.
Location: High Spirits Retreat, Kin Kin QLD
Arrival: 11 am for lunch at 12 pm. The first session is at 2 pm
Departure: Lunch 1 pm for 2 pm departure
Your Investment: $1,100(20% deposit secures your place)
Details:
Includes:
Exclusive use of the retreat facilities, including access to the Sauna and Swimming Pool each day for your self-care and relaxation
Food and accommodation
Comprehensive training
Notebooks as your resource
Guided nature adventures for your personal and spiritual growth
You will leave having learned a full-body sequence of the Heartworks Lomi Lomi Massage
Accredited by the International Institute of Complimentary Therapies (IICT)
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INTENSIVE BODYWORK - Practitioner Level
In just 6 days you will learn everything you need to know to feel confident giving KaHuna massage to help transform yourself and your life.
Designed to teach the basic KaHuna bodywork so you leave confident in giving a full body massage. Beyond learning massage, you will be journeying through unique mindfulness and personal development process, that will truly change your life. Never given a massage? No worries. No previous experience is required. We will guide you every step of the way.
Location: High Spirits Retreat, Kin Kin QLD
Arrival: Tuesday 24th June, 11 am for lunch at 12 pm. The first session is at 2 pm
Departure: Sunday 29th June, Lunch 1 pm for 2 pm departure
Your Investment: $1,898 (20% deposit secures your place)
Details:
6 Days onsite
All food and accommodation included
KaHuna 1 & 2 – Intensive Bodywork Instructional Videos included
Upon completion you are accredited for professional insurance with IICT and AON associations
One-on-one coaching and assessments to boost your confidence and skills
All equipment provided
Join our post-grad KaHuna Lomi Lomi student network for ongoing support
Bonus: Free Access to “7 Steps to a Better Life" on HUNA philosophy online course (valued at $499)
Transport
You will need to organise transport to Kin Kin – we do offer Airport transfers from Brisbane, so please let us know if you need this option.
You’ll Need:
Comfortable clothing to massage in
Bedding (you can hire this if you can’t bring it)
A desire to learn and an open heart
SEPTEMBER 2025
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SPIRITUAL ADVENTURE - Voice Healing, Deep Bone, Belly Massage
This course is being run at High Spirits Retreat
You will have the time to regain your energy and contact your source to heal, to love, to meditate, to work with elements, to cleanse, to release and to be with and in the Aloha Spirit.
Price: $1898
We will be:
Using toning and vibration with our voices to heal, use as a laser instrument and speak from our hearts
Massaging the skeleton and lymph areas
Doing deep belly massage (how to read the navel)
Releasing, letting go, adapting and renewing
Experiencing breath work and Mana meditations
Working with prayer
Doing deep full floor massage
Learning psychic reading and channeling
Finding new challenges, skills and knowledge to change consciously and create a “new you”
Nature adventure to beach and sacred places to gain deep healing
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Item description15 - 17 SEP | KAHUNA LEVEL 6&7
SPIRITUAL ADVENTURE -Voice Healing, Deep Bone, Belly Massage and Soul Mastery
This course combines Level 6 and Level 7 and is being hosted for 8 days at High Spirits Retreat.
You will have the time to regain your energy and contact your source to heal, to love, to meditate, to work with elements, to cleanse, to release and to be with and in the Aloha Spirit.
Price: $3796
Includes all tuition, all accommodation and all food.
We will be:
The Purpose of Prayers
KULIKE (the skill of shapeshifting)
KIMANA (the skill of increasing personal energy)
KAHOAKA (the skill of magical flight)
KAKULU KUMO UHANA (the skill of working with group energy)
Using toning and vibration with our voices to heal, use as a laser instrument and speak from our hearts
Massaging the skeleton and lymph areas
Doing deep belly massage (how to read the navel)
Releasing, letting go, adapting and renewing
Experiencing breath work and Mana meditations
Working with prayer
Doing deep full floor massage
Learning psychic reading and channelling
Finding new challenges, skills and knowledge to change consciously and create a “new you”
Nature adventure to beach and sacred places to gain deep healing
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SPIRITUAL ADVENTURE - Voice Healing, Deep Bone, Belly Massage & Sacred Soul Mastery
This course is being run at High Spirits Retreat
Are you ready to return to your spiritual home, refresh your skills, and connect with Ohana while receiving some well-deserved treatments?
Join us for this special 6-day, 5-night retreat at High Spirits Retreat, where you'll dive deep into the teachings of KaHuna Level 7 Sarcred Soul Mastery.
This immersive experience, facilitated by Mette Sorensen and her expert team, is designed to expand your toolbox with new techniques, enhance your KaHuna practice, and provide you with powerful healing tools to transform both yourself and your clients.
Price: $1898
What does your journey include:
Here is a snapshot of what we will be covering:
• Exploring toning and vibration of our voices to heal, use as a laser instrument and speak from our hearts
• Massaging the skeleton and lymph areas
• Doing deep belly massage (how to read the navel)
• Releasing, letting go, adapting, and renewing
• Experiencing breath work and Mana meditations
• Working with prayer
• Doing deep full floor massage
• Learning psychic reading and channeling
• Finding new challenges, skills, and knowledge to change consciously and create a “new you”
• Nature adventure to beach, lake, and sacred places to gain deep healing
• Self-care, deep healing, and more learning
• KULIKE (the skill of shapeshifting)
• KIMANA (the skill of increasing personal energy)
• KAHOAKA (the skill of magical flight)
• KAKULU KUMO UHANA (the skill of working with group energy)
• New Techniques to enhance your healing rituals for your own practice and increase your toolbox
• Techniques with Breath, ways to flow more in your KaHuna massage
• Towel tricks and tools for using a towel in your treatment for cleansing, comfort, and realigning the body
• Create a prayerful and sacred individual treatment for your clients
OCTOBER 2025
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INTENSIVE BODYWORK -
Practitioner Level
In just 6 days you will learn everything you need to know to feel confident giving KaHuna massage to help transform yourself and your life.
Designed to teach the basic KaHuna bodywork so you leave confident in giving a full body massage. Beyond learning massage, you will be journeying through unique mindfulness and personal development process, that will truly change your life. Never given a massage? No worries. No previous experience is required. We will guide you every step of the way.
Location: High Spirits Retreat, Kin Kin QLD
Arrival: Tuesday 28th October, 11 am for lunch at 12 pm. The first session is at 2 pm
Departure: Sunday 2nd November, Lunch 1 pm for 2 pm departure
Your Investment: $1,898 (20% deposit secures your place)
Details:
6 Days onsite
All food and accommodation included
KaHuna 1 & 2 – Intensive Bodywork Instructional Videos included
Upon completion you are accredited for professional insurance with IICT and AON associations
One-on-one coaching and assessments to boost your confidence and skills
All equipment provided
Join our post-grad KaHuna Lomi Lomi student network for ongoing support
Bonus: Free Access to “7 Steps to a Better Life" on HUNA philosophy online course (valued at $499)
Transport
You will need to organise transport to Kin Kin – we do offer Airport transfers from Brisbane, so please let us know if you need this option.
You’ll Need:
Comfortable clothing to massage in
Bedding (you can hire this if you can’t bring it)
A desire to learn and an open heart
NOVEMBER 2025
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ADVANCED BODYWORK - Advanced Level
This 6 day training course has been designed to strengthen and enhance the practitioner’s skills, offering a very technical process and getting the practitioner ready for clients with different issues, injuries and problem areas. Subjects which will be studied include:
Pregnancy massage; or side lying position to assist any client
Polynesian floor work;
Body draining systems and under body techniques;
Joint and bone massage;
Light and heavy pressure massage;
How to be professional with healing;
Body language and body awareness;
Ho’oponopono meditation … helps you make your personal relationships more healthy and rewarding.
Upon completion you will receive a certificate which is endorsed by the International Institute For Complementary Therapists. This will give you easy access to professional insurance.
Location: High Spirits Retreat, Kin Kin QLD
Arrival: Tuesday 4th November, 11 am for lunch at 12 pm. The first session is at 2 pm
Departure: Sunday 9th November, Lunch 1 pm for 2 pm departure
Your Investment: $1,898 (20% deposit secures your place)
Details:
6 Days onsite
All food and accommodation included
Transport:
You will need to organise transport to Kin Kin – we do offer Airport transfers from Brisbane, so please let us know if you need this option.
You’ll Need:
Comfortable clothing to massage in
Bedding (you can hire this if you can’t bring it)
A desire to learn and an open heart!
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RITES OF PASSAGE
This level focuses on deepening the understanding of the connection between body, mind and spirit. It prepares you to deal professionally with clients emotional releases which may occur during massages. The course also offers an opportunity for goal setting and for gaining clarity on a personal level.
Location: High Spirits Retreat, Kin Kin QLD
Arrival: Tuesday 25th November, 11 am for lunch at 12 pm. First session is at 2 pm
Departure: Saturday 30th November, 11 am departure
Your Investment: $1,698 (20% deposit secures your place)
Details:
6 Days onsite
All food and accommodation included
Transport
You will need to organise transport to Kin Kin – we do offer Airport transfers from Brisbane, so please let us know if you need this option.
You’ll Need:
Comfortable clothing to massage in
Bedding (you can hire this if you can’t bring it)
A desire to learn and an open heart!
DECEMBER 2025
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INITIATION & INTEGRATION
This 5 day training course is focusing on the integration of previous levels. It offers an understanding of the relationship between our state of mind and the four elements: Earth, Water, Fire and Air.
Location: High Spirits Retreat, Kin Kin QLD
Arrival: Wednesday 3rd December, 11 am for lunch at 12 pm. First session is at 2 pm
Departure: Sunday 7th December, Lunch 1 pm for 2 pm departure
Your Investment: $1,698 (20% deposit secures your place)
Details:
5 Days onsite
All food and accommodation included
Transport:
You will need to organise transport to Kin Kin – we do offer Airport transfers from Brisbane, so please let us know if you need this option.
You’ll Need:
Comfortable clothing to massage in
Bedding (you can hire this if you can’t bring it)
A desire to learn and an open heart!