Rachel Maguire Acupuncture / Qigong

18/03/2026

Hello there 😊 - I am excited to be offering another Introductory Day Retreat where we will dive into the world of Qi and explore how to harness Qi for health, wellbeing, and healing.

Yuan Qigong practice naturally calms and clears the mind, paving the way for creativity, focus, and a relaxed inner space where you can experience more peace, joy, and vitality.

The Yuan Qigong methods systematically improve the amount, the quality and the flow of Qi throughout your body, while gently opening the heart and connecting you with your innate inner wisdom.

My intention is that you’ll finish the day feeling relaxed and inspired, energised and clear, with some simple new tools to integrate into your daily life. It is truly amazing what a difference regular practice can make and this offers a first step.

What you will learn:

The first two methods of the Yuan Qigong system:
• Tian Yuan – Gathering Qi (life force energy)
• Di Yuan – Storing Qi
You’ll also learn two key supporting practices:
• Pulling Qi
• Dantian Breathing

🌻 Investment: $130 / $110 unwaged
📅 Date: Sun 3 May 2026
🕘 Time: 10.00am – 4.30pm
📍 Location: The Birdsnest, Marahau

✅ Register here:
https://forms.gle/TsUta93auwQWBC5e8

About Rachel Maguire
Rachel started teaching Qigong in 2010. She first trained and taught Zhineng Qigong, and now shares the beautiful and powerful Yuan Qigong system — a contemporary, heart-focused Qigong practice designed to uplift life through simple, clear methods that support health, vitality, emotional balance, and inner growth. She is an experienced Yuan Qigong teacher and for the last 15 years has taught many classes, day workshops and also offered longer retreats.
Rachel is also a qualified acupuncturist since 1995, trained in the UK at the International College of Oriental Medicine, and has been in private practice in both the UK and Aotearoa New Zealand.

23/02/2026

Hello Friends,
I would like to warmly invite you to the next Full Moon Yuan Qigong gathering at the yurt in Riwaka 🌕🌕🌕
This month we’ll explore the behavioural pattern of ‘Seeking Maximal Certainty’ - and what changes when we explore this pattern and return to the heart.
How much of our energy goes into trying to feel certain?
What if uncertainty is not a problem to solve, but a space to comfortably stand within?
I look forward to sharing this session with you under the light and wonderful Qi of the full moon!
Whether you are an experienced practitioner, new to Yuan Gong, or simply curious to find out more — all are welcome.
- Sunday 1 March, 5.30-7pm
- Suggested donation of $15-20
- Bring a water bottle and wear layers you can take off.
- Cushions and mats are provided and there is some seating
Chifull Sanctuary
412 Main Road Riwaka, Port Motueka, New Zealand, 7198
Rachel 🌕 🌸 🌕 🩷 🌕 🌸 🌕

22/01/2026

Do you have any ongoing challenges with your energy, stress levels or overall health? Would you like to feel more grounded, calm and emotionally steady and centred?

I’m offering a YUAN QIGONG DAY RETREAT teaching the organ method: XIA YUAN - a deeply nourishing practice that supports the health and vitality of the internal organs to increase energy and wellbeing and calm.

📅 Date: 8 March 2026
🕘 Time: 9.30am – 4.30pm
📍 Location: The Birdsnest, Marahau
✅ Register here: https://forms.gle/Q65Tnr1UfGoJtMfb6

Xia Yuan includes organ-specific movements, healing sounds and vibrations, colour visualisation, and simple hand postures to nourish the Yin organs (Liver, Heart, Spleen/Pancreas, Lungs, Kidneys, and San Jiao) and in turn support their paired Yang organs (Gallbladder, Small Intestine, Stomach, Colon, and Bladder).

As the organs become more balanced and harmonised, many people notice they feel healthier, more emotionally centred, more open-hearted, less stressed or reactive, and more connected to a sense of wellbeing and inner strength.

Xia Yuan is safe and easy to learn, and if you are already practicing Qigong, this method will take you to a new level.

If you’d like to participate but are an absolute beginner, or if you have any questions, please contact Rachel: rachel@acupuncturemotueka.co.nz

21/01/2026

Hello there, I am delighted to be offering this introductory day where we’ll dive into the world of Qi and explore how to harness Qi for health, wellbeing, and healing.

Qigong practice naturally calms and clears the mind, paving the way for creativity, focus, and a relaxed inner space where you can experience more peace, joy, and vitality.

The Yuan Qigong Methods systematically improve the amount, the quality and the flow of Qi throughout your body, while gently opening the heart and connecting you with your innate inner wisdom.

My intention is that you’ll finish the day feeling relaxed and inspired, energised and clear, with some simple new tools to integrate into your daily life. It is truly amazing what a difference regular practice can make and this offers a first step.

What you will learn:

The first two methods of the Yuan Qigong system:
- Tian Yuan – Gathering Qi (life force energy)
- Di Yuan – Storing Qi
You’ll also learn two key supporting practices:
- Pulling Qi
- Dantian Breathing

To register https://forms.gle/fa5p9kiWscJyPUaV8
Investment: $130 / $110 unwaged

About Rachel

Rachel started teaching Qigong in 2010. She first trained and taught Zhineng Qigong , and now shares the beautiful and powerful Yuan Qigong system — a contemporary, heart-focused Qigong practice designed to uplift life through simple, clear methods that support health, vitality, emotional balance, and inner growth. She is an experienced Yuan Qigong teacher and for the last 15 years has taught many classes, day workshops and also offered longer retreats.

Rachel is also a qualified acupuncturist since 1995, trained in the UK at the International College of Oriental Medicine, and has been in private practice in both the UK and Aotearoa New Zealand.

30/08/2025

I am really happy to be offering Qigong Classes in Marahau again.

This 6 week course starts on Friday 5th September at 9.30am and will be 60- 75 minutes long so they will finish around 10.45am. No experience necessary.
Regular Qigong practice can reduce stress, increase energy, improve sleep and help heal the body from pain and illness.
My aim is that you will leave the classes feeling relaxed, energised and inspired.

There are a couple of spaces left - if you are feeling curious please get in touch and I am happy to answer any questions you may have.

Investment: $90

​With warmth and Qi - Rachel
www.acupuncturemotueka.co.nz

24/02/2025

❤️ 𝒀𝑼𝑨𝑵 𝑸𝑰𝑮𝑶𝑵𝑮 𝑫𝑨𝒀 𝑹𝑬𝑻𝑹𝑬𝑨𝑻 ❤️
8 spaces available - registration form below.
There is another Qi filled day on the horizon at the Birdsnest in Marahau. Suitable for beginners or those wanting to consolidate their understanding and practice of the first method Tian Yuan - a profound and beautiful method for gathering Qi (𝓁𝒾𝒻ℯ 𝒻ℴ𝓇𝒸ℯ ℯ𝓃ℯ𝓇ℊ𝓎). We will also be learning some simple and effective self healing techniques and exploring the 5 pure states of the Heart and how they can uplift and change our experience of the every day.

My aim is that you leave the day feeling deeply relaxed, calm and inspired and energised with some effective tools for living a healthier and more meaningful life.
Click here to register https://forms.gle/H4ZBoimJ4wudtQM96

27/11/2024

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24/10/2024

❤ 2 spaces are now available if you would like to explore Yuan Qigong ❤
You can register here https://forms.gle/6TTeQ1VesjTf5Srp6
"There is another Qi filled day on the horizon at the Birdsnest in Marahau - suitable for beginners or those wanting to consolidate their understanding and practice of the first 2 methods Tian Yuan and Di Yuan. We will also be exploring the expansive and healing qualities of the heart, the False Self and the True Self - and basic intro to changing our patterns. All in all it will be a super nourishing and uplifting day 😊❤️"

07/10/2024

✨This Retreat is now Full - if you are wanting to go on the waiting list or would like to be notified when the next Day Retreat is happening please email me at rachel@acupuncturemotueka.co.nz✨

"There is another Qi filled day on the horizon at the Birdsnest in Marahau - suitable for beginners or those wanting to consolidate their understanding and practice of the first 2 methods Tian Yuan and Di Yuan. We will also be exploring the expansive and healing qualities of the heart, the False Self and the True Self - and basic intro to changing our patterns. All in all it will be a super nourishing and uplifting day 😊❤️
You can register here https://forms.gle/i2dbnD7pvE5HD2fJ8"

13/06/2024

The below retreat is now booked - if you would like to put your name down for the next one feel free to get in touch ❤
rachel@acupuncturemotueka.co.nz
0210 245 0157

"the stars are aligning for another Qigong Day for anyone who is curious to learn more about it or consolidate what you have learnt so far"

19/04/2024

I work with people of all ages for better health, vitality and happiness with Acupuncture and Qigong

28/03/2024