The Umana Technique

The Umana Technique: Australia's Newest Energy Activation Modality for Spiritual Growth and Expanded Consciousness

If you feel stuck at a ceiling you can't quite name, or you've done plenty of personal work and still sense there's another layer waiting, the Umana Technique might be exactly what you're looking for. It's a contemporary energy activation modality that works with the body's meridian system and a set of higher energy centres to support genuine shifts in consciousness, clarity, and spiritual growth. Unlike many healing practices, it doesn't focus on treating specific symptoms. Instead, it activates dormant pathways in your energy system, supporting a natural unfolding that continues long after the session ends.

Developed by renowned Australian spiritual teacher Kachina Ma'an and formally launched in March 2024, the Umana Technique has grown quickly from its Melbourne origins into an internationally practised modality. It's particularly popular with people who are already on a spiritual path and feel ready for the next step, but it's just as accessible to those who are curious and entirely new to energy work.

What Does "Umana" Mean?

The name Umana comes from an angelic word meaning "Evolutionary Breakthrough." That framing is intentional. The technique was channelled by Kachina Ma'an in 2023 and is described by its founder as "Spiritual Evolutionary Engineering," designed to upgrade the whole energetic system so that personal and collective evolution can accelerate. Ma'an is also the founder of the Pellowah Healing Technique, which she channelled in 2003 and which has since been taught worldwide. The Umana Technique builds on that foundation but works with a more advanced and distinct energetic framework.

Origin and History

Kachina Ma'an is a Queensland-based spiritual teacher and channel who has dedicated her life to the evolution of human consciousness. In 2003, guided by a series of visions and dreams, she channelled the Pellowah Healing Technique, which over the following two decades became a globally recognised modality. In 2023, Ma'an received a new transmission: the Umana Technique. She describes it as having arrived for this particular moment in human history, when a broader shift in collective consciousness is already underway.

The first practitioner training was held in Melbourne in March 2024. Since then, certified Umana Technique practitioners have been trained across Australia, New Zealand, the United Kingdom, the United States, Europe, Japan, and beyond. The modality is still evolving rapidly, with Kachina remaining its sole teacher at the teacher-training level, ensuring the technique is passed on with integrity and consistency.

What makes the Umana Technique historically notable, at least within the world of energetic and spiritual medicine, is how quickly it has spread. For a modality launched publicly less than two years ago, its international reach reflects genuine word-of-mouth momentum among communities already engaged with consciousness work, energy healing, and personal development.

How the Umana Technique Works

Most energy healing modalities in the Western tradition work with the seven main chakras: the energy centres that run from the base of the spine to the crown of the head, each linked to aspects of physical, emotional, and mental wellbeing. The Umana Technique extends beyond these into what are called the higher chakras, specifically the 8th through 12th, which sit above the physical body and are associated with spiritual perception, expanded awareness, and connection to higher states of consciousness.

Each higher chakra is understood to govern a different dimension of spiritual capacity. The 8th is associated with deepening spiritual wisdom and perception. The 9th with a felt sense of peace and access to dormant abilities. The 10thwith past-life mastery and the capacity to manifest. The 11th with accelerated spiritual development. The 12th with direct connection to divine source and cosmic awareness.

Alongside the chakra activation, the technique works with a system of ten dormant meridians within the body. These are distinct from the traditional meridians mapped in Traditional Chinese Medicine, which are well-established in integrative medicine and form the basis of acupuncture and related therapies. The Umana meridians are described as a newly available pathway, one that allows higher frequencies of consciousness to be integrated into the physical system.

Practitioners are attuned by Kachina Ma'an or a certified Umana teacher to activate these pathways. During a session, they apply a structured sequence of light touch on specific points of the upper body, face, and head, or work entirely without touch for remote sessions. The activation can be received from anywhere in the world with no reduction in effect.

From a conventional scientific standpoint, higher chakras and newly mapped meridians sit in the domain of energetic and spiritual medicine rather than evidence-based biology. No clinical trials of the Umana Technique have been conducted yet, which is entirely expected given it launched publicly only in 2024. The broader field of biofield healing, which includes practices like Reiki, therapeutic touch, and external Qigong, is the subject of growing academic interest. A 2015 landmark paper in Global Advances in Health and Medicine proposed biofield physiology as an emerging scientific discipline, and a 2025 scoping review mapped a rapidly expanding clinical research landscape for biofield therapies broadly. The Umana Technique operates within this wider context of energetic medicine, and more specific research will take time to develop.

What the Umana Technique Supports

Because Umana is an activation rather than a therapeutic intervention, it doesn't target specific conditions or diagnose anything. What clients and practitioners commonly report, however, is significant. People frequently describe clearer thinking and decision-making, a deeper sense of purpose and direction, emotional release and the lifting of long-held patterns, increased physical energy and vitality, and a heightened connection to intuition and inner knowing.

Some people find dormant gifts or creative capacities begin to surface. Others notice that things they'd been putting off for years suddenly feel possible, or that previously overwhelming situations feel more manageable. The technique is sometimes described as a deep reset, a sense of coming back into balance, or a "battery recharge for the soul," as one practitioner put it.

These experiences are subjective and personal. They'll vary significantly from one person to the next, and no specific outcome can be guaranteed. What practitioners do consistently observe is that the effects tend to deepen with each subsequent session, building on what was opened before.

The Umana Technique sits well alongside conventional medical care and psychological support. It's not a replacement for either. Many people integrate it naturally with whatever else they're already doing, whether that's therapy, other holistic modalities, or a regular meditation practice.

What to Expect in a Session

A Umana Technique session is straightforward and relaxed. You stay fully clothed and simply lie down or sit comfortably, whichever feels easier. The practitioner works either with light touch on specific points, or entirely without touch for remote sessions. There's nothing you need to prepare, no particular mental state to achieve, and no specific beliefs required.

Most people notice a deep calm settling in quickly. Some experience warmth, tingling, a sense of expansion, or subtle visual shifts. Others drop into something close to sleep. Spontaneous emotional releases, memories surfacing, or a sudden sense of clarity are all common. A number of clients notice very little during the session itself, finding the changes emerge gradually over the days and weeks that follow through improved sleep, greater focus, or a shift in how they're relating to people and situations around them.

Sessions run for 30 or 60 minutes. Practitioners recommend waiting at least two weeks between sessions to allow full integration before adding another layer. One distinct feature of the technique is that practitioners also receive the energy during each session, meaning both parties benefit from the exchange.

Remote sessions work with equal effectiveness and are often preferred. You simply need a quiet space at the agreed time, either lying down or seated comfortably. Some people receive remote sessions while they sleep if there's a significant time zone difference.

Who Is the Umana Technique For?

No prior experience with energy healing or spiritual practice is necessary. The technique is for anyone who feels genuinely curious or called to it, and the broad consensus among practitioners is that if you've found your way to Umana, the timing is probably right.

That said, certain groups tend to find it particularly resonant. People who've worked extensively on themselves through therapy, meditation, or other healing modalities and feel they've reached a plateau. Those navigating significant transitions, whether in career, relationships, or identity. Practitioners of other healing modalities who want to expand their energetic capacity. And people with an existing spiritual practice who feel ready for the next dimension of their development.

The minimum age for sessions and training varies slightly between practitioners, typically ranging from 16 to 21, and each practitioner will advise accordingly.

Becoming a Umana Technique Practitioner

The full practitioner certification takes just one intensive day. After the workshop, participants receive their attunement and are qualified to facilitate sessions for others in person or remotely. No prior healing qualifications are required, and most people who enrol do so primarily for their own development rather than professional practice.

The curriculum covers the purpose and principles of the technique, how to facilitate both in-person and remote sessions, and how to apply Umana to spaces and environments, not just people. Each participant receives a comprehensive training manual, a certificate of completion, and access to ongoing mentorship and community.

The teacher-training pathway, which qualifies someone to certify other practitioners, requires the practitioner course as a prerequisite and can only be completed directly with Kachina Ma'an, who visits key Australian cities several times a year and occasionally travels internationally for training events.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the Umana Technique?
The Umana Technique is an energy activation modality channelled by Australian spiritual teacher Kachina Ma'an in 2023. It works by activating ten dormant meridians in the body and opening the higher chakras (8th to 12th), supporting shifts in consciousness, clarity, and spiritual growth. The first public practitioner training was held in March 2024 in Melbourne, and the technique has since spread to practitioners across Australia and internationally.

Is it the same as Reiki or other energy healing?
They share the broader category of biofield or energetic healing, but the Umana Technique is distinct in its focus and method. Rather than working with the traditional seven chakras or established meridian systems, it activates a new meridian network and higher chakras that sit above the physical body. It's framed as an activation rather than a treatment, which means it's not directed at clearing specific symptoms but at opening new energetic capacity.

Who is it for?
Anyone curious about their own growth or spiritual development. It works well for people who feel they've plateaued in their personal development work, those navigating major life changes, existing healing practitioners wanting to expand their toolkit, and anyone drawn to consciousness-based approaches. No background in energy healing or spirituality is required.

What might I feel during or after a session?
Experiences vary widely. During a session, some people feel warmth, tingling, or a sense of expansion. Others slip into deep relaxation or a near-sleep state. Emotional releases, visual shifts, and sudden clarity are all common. Others notice very little during the session and observe changes only in the weeks that follow through clearer thinking, better sleep, increased energy, or a shift in how they're handling life's challenges.

Can I receive a session remotely?
Yes. Because the Umana Technique works through the energetic field rather than physical contact, remote sessions are standard and equally effective. You simply need a quiet space at the agreed time.

How much does a Umana Technique session cost?
In Australia, a 60-minute session typically costs between $100 and $180, with 30-minute sessions generally ranging from $70 to $110. Prices vary depending on the practitioner's experience, location, and whether the session is in-person or remote. Practitioner training workshops usually sit between $300 and $600 for the one-day certification, depending on the teacher and location.

How do I find a qualified practitioner?
Look for someone who has trained directly in the Kachina Ma'an lineage and holds a current certificate of completion. Bodhi Holistic Hub lists vetted practitioners across Australia, and it's a straightforward way to find someone whose experience and approach feel right for you and book with confidence.

How many sessions will I need?
Many people experience meaningful shifts from a single session. Others prefer to return regularly, finding each session builds on the last. There's no prescribed number. The general guidance is to leave at least two weeks between sessions to allow the energy to integrate fully before adding more.

References and Further Reading

Professional Organisations

• Umana Technique Official Site
• Pellowah Healing Technique (Kachina Ma'an)
• Complementary Medicine Association (CMA Australia)

Research and Scientific Foundation

• Rubik, B., Muehsam, D., Hammerschlag, R., & Jain, S. (2015). "Biofield Science and Healing: History, Terminology, and Concepts." Global Advances in Health and Medicine
• Hammerschlag, R., Levin, M., McCraty, R. et al. (2015). "Biofield Physiology: A Framework for an Emerging Discipline." Global Advances in Health and Medicine
• Tressoldi, P. et al. (2021). "Perspectives, Measurability and Effects of Non-Contact Biofield-Based Practices: A Narrative Review of Quantitative Research."
• Sprengel, M.L. et al. (2025). "Biofield Therapies Clinical Research Landscape: A Scoping Review and Interactive Evidence Map." Journal of Integrative and Complementary Medicine. 

Related Modalities

• Reiki is a Japanese energy healing practice where practitioners channel energy through light touch or hovering hands to promote balance and relaxation
• ThetaHealing works with theta brainwave states to access subconscious beliefs and facilitate change at a deep level, complementing Umana's focus on expanding consciousness and awakening dormant capacities within the system. 
• Intuitive Energy Healing draws on the practitioner's energetic perception to work across physical, emotional, and spiritual layers, and integrates naturally with the heightened awareness that Umana activations tend to open up. 
• Spinal Energetics works with the intelligence held within the spine and nervous system to release stored tension and facilitate energetic unwinding, offering a grounded physical complement to the higher-chakra and meridian work of the Umana Technique.

This guide was written by the Bodhi Holistic Hub team according to their editorial policy and reviewed by ___.

Last Updated : May 2026