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Zu Qigong - Foot Energy Work

Zu Qigong can be described as a simple, energy based technique that uses a specific sequence of gentle touch movements applied to the feet and lower legs, effectively delivering energy (Qi) into the energy distribution network of the body – the meridian system. Zu Qigong is the legacy work of Elspeth Fare based in Scotland, UK. Karen Philipsen Brown and Annamarie Huckin, both based in New Zealand studied with Elspeth in 2017 and were amazed by the results when introducing Zu Qigong with their clients and have continued with this technique ever since. Due to Elspeth retiring in 2023, Annamarie and Karen are now the official representatives of Zu Qigong, and the principal trainers, providing workshops on request.

Annamarie Huckin

Instructor

Annamarie qualified in Reflexology in 2010 and also practices, Zu Qigong, Reflexology, Aromatherapy and Massage in her business. Through her passion for Zu Qigong Annamarie became a Small Universe Qi Gong instructor in January 2024.

Annamarie was awarded Reflexologist of the year in New Zealand in 2018 for encouraging reflexology into the allopathic organisations with hospital staff wellness. Annamarie is also part of a team that promotes and co-ordinates wellbeing markets.

Karen Philipsen Brown

Principal Instructor

Karen a second generation reflexologist, qualified in the UK in the late 1990’s and practices Zu Qigong, Reflexology, Massage and Colour Therapy. Having taken many post graduate courses she offers an extensive toolbox to her clients in both Hamilton and Auckland clinics. Karen is passionate about her vocation and loves finding the pieces to each individuals wellness puzzle.

Karen has served on Reflexology New Zealand National Committee since 2013 and had just completed a 3 year term as President. She was awarded Reflexologist of the Year in New Zealand in 2019 for her passion of linking and networking with fellow reflexologists and organisations and coined the phrase “Lets make Reflexology a Household Name”.

Karen, as principal instructor is as passionate to share her ever growing love of Zu Qigong with carers and fellow therapists. With easy to learn short sequences in the initial 10 minute workshops, clients, family and friends can receive and give so many relaxation and de-stress benefits from Zu Qigong. She has loved initiating the Foundation training for existing therapists.

She has found personally that Zu Qigong techniques are very beneficial for clients with chronic illnesses, fatigue and interestingly has found that her own treatment sessions appear to give relief to those with Parkinson’s Disease.

Fleur Hintze

Creative Coordinator

Fleur is a qualified Reflexologist with expertise in sound healing and meditation. She is a Reiki Master Teacher in Traditional Usui, Sekhem, and Lightarian™ Reiki, and holds certifications in Access Bars® and Energetic Facelift®, bringing a deep understanding of energy to her work.

Passionate about Zu Qigong, Fleur shares its gentle movements and energy techniques to help people reconnect with their bodies, release tension, and cultivate vitality, calm, and presence.

Exploring media design and business mentoring, Fleur alongside supporting holistic practitioners to grow their vision and express their purpose with confidence and authenticity is using her skills to expand Zu Qigong to therapists not only in New Zealand but globally.

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