What you will Learn

Native Medicine Workshop

Learn to Make Your Own Rongoā Rakau – Native Plant Medicine Workshop With Denise.

Join me for a hands-on workshop where traditional Māori plant knowledge meets modern herbal science. You’ll learn how to identify, harvest, and use some of Aotearoa’s most treasured native herbs, including kawakawa, mānuka, and kānuka, and create your own healing remedies to take home.

Perfect for beginners or plant lovers wanting to deepen their understanding of Rongoā rākau and natural medicine.

What You’ll Learn & Create - How to identify and use native medicinal plants
The healing properties of kawakawa, mānuka, and kānuka
How to make your own:
Kawakawa balm (20ml)
Mānuka liquid extract (50ml)
You’ll leave with two handmade remedies, printed notes, and the confidence to continue your Rongoā rakau journey at home.

What’s Included - Herbal infusions of native plants to enjoy during the session
All materials, tools, and printed notes
Your handmade balm and extract
Safety briefing
Optional: Delicious platters and drinks available on request

Workshop Details

Duration: 3 hours -Times: Flexible

Costs: $60 per person

Class size: 10 - 20 people

Location: Ōkere Falls Rotorua

Mobile option: We can travel to you for groups of 10 or more

Group Discounts & Private Bookings

Have a group of 10+? We can bring the workshop to you, anywhere in Aotearoa. Perfect for schools, community groups, or private events. Contact us to book or learn more.

To book or enquire:
Please fill in the form below, or email me at eastnz@yahoo.com

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