KOIRI
Holistic massage therapy and cultural support services in Ōtepoti, Dunedin.
Nau mai, haere mai ki a Koiri
About Koiri
Koiri is a Māori, queer-run practice offering massage therapy and cultural support in Ōtepoti, Dunedin. Offerings are trauma-informed, culturally inclusive, and client-centered. Koiri celebrates people at all life stages, and across all identities.Koiri massage uses a blend of relaxation and therapeutic techniques tailored to you. Holistic treatment plans and homecare advice are developed for each client.Cultural support services are understanding of the unique circumstances for queer and Māori, and seeks to affirm you.Koiri's mahi is informed by formal massage training, holistic health models, community involvement and lived experiences.Trauma-informed care at Koiri means choice, gradual progress, and building trust. Koiri values whanaungatanga, manakitanga, and celebrating your whole-self.At Koiri, you are welcome just as you are. Every individual is met with acceptance and respect.
Offerings
Relaxation massage
Swedish massage
Deep tissue massage
Sports massage
Myofascial release
Trigger point release
Maternity massage and wellbeing support
Cultural support and advice
Queer, rainbow and takatāpui wellbeing
Hauora māori
Elderly health and care
Book your massage online
Tētahi wā whakatā. Take time for yourself.
New to Koiri
Koiri prioritises whanaungatanga and supporting you on your healing journey.Whakawhanaungatanaga hui can be booked online, with no obligation, for those who would like to meet and discuss Koiri services.
Meet Max
Koiri is run by Max Wolfgram (Ngāti Pikiao | He/Him, They/Them) and is a reflection of whakapapa and a commitment to community well-being.With a deep passion for queer, Māori, and takatāpui health, Max is dedicated to supporting their communities through with trauma-informed, culturally sensitive practice."I want to help people, especially those who are queer or Māori, reconnect with themselves and their bodies.”After spending 10 years as a chartered accountant, Max felt called to embrace their roots in massage therapy - a path inspired by their nan and grounded in the principles of rongoā and manakitanga.“When I was a child, I’d head straight to the marae after school where Nan would give massages. That early exposure instilled a respect for massage and an understanding of the body's ability to heal.”Now based in Ōtepoti with their partner and beloved staffie. Max enjoys balancing their practice with crafting, swimming, listening to classical music and learning te reo Māori.
© Koiri 2024