Hagar Basis is the Director and Founder of Reflexology Academy, an established London-based school offering practitioner training and postgraduate courses in reflexology. A reflexologist and educator with over 36 years of professional experience, she began her training with Tony Porter and later served as Course Director for the International Institute of Reflexology (UK), where she taught the Original Ingham Method alongside Tony Porter’s Advanced Reflexology Techniques seminars.

In 2021, she established Reflexology Academy’s Practitioner Diploma in Clinical Reflexology, which she continues to deliver in London, complemented by her own advanced workshops that she teaches extensively across the UK and internationally. Hagar has evolved and adapted reflexology techniques to enhance their therapeutic effectiveness and teaches her own bi-manual integrated approach to working the reflexes. She has presented her work at major international conferences and, in 2017, was honoured by the International Council of Reflexologists for her outstanding contribution to reflexology education.

PRESENTATION TOPIC: THE THERAPEUTIC BENEFITS OF INTEGRATING BIMANUAL TECHNIQUES FOR MENTAL AND PHYSICAL WELLBEING IN REFLEXOLOGY PRACTICE

Dr. Richard Rocker is a Doctor of Integrative and Natural Medicine and Clinical Director of The Functional Naturopathic Clinic in Co. Clare, Ireland.

With decades of clinical experience, he specializes in uncovering the root causes of complex, chronic conditions through Functional, Integrative, Natural, and Quantum Medicine. His expertise spans autoimmune, metabolic, digestive, and hormonal health, supported by certifications in Functional Medicine, Functional Nutrition, Osteopathy, and Blood Chemistry Analysis.

As host of The Integrative Continuum podcast and Clinical Director of the Global Wellness Transformation initiative, Dr. Rocker brings a unique perspective that bridges science, energy medicine, and human potential, making him a passionate advocate for whole-person, root-cause approaches to healthcare. 

Spiros Dimitrakoulas is a experienced Reflexologist and the originator of Orthopedic Reflexology—an approach that explores through anatomy the deep structural and functional connections between the feet and the body’s systems. His method integrates the ancient healing principles of Hippocrates with modern scientific understanding, aiming to bridge the gap between traditional Reflexology and evidence-based medicine.

With extensive clinical experience and a passion for education, Spiros brings a distinctive perspective to the field. His work focuses on advancing Reflexology techniques that promote mobility, relieve pain, and help individuals reconnect with their body’s natural ability to heal through precise, targeted footwork.

Spiros is dedicated to elevating the role of Reflexology within integrated health care and continues to teach, inspire, and lead the next generation of Reflexologists worldwide.

Over 15 years ago, Judy Buckley decided to take up a new career as a Reflexologist, subsequently qualifying with distinction and setting out on a path, previously unforeseen by others in her new chosen sector.

Now, years on from that faithful start, Judy is delivering Reflexology Courses to others who, like her, wish to become skilled in delivering solutions to people with issues they have struggled with for far too long.

Judy Buckley runs two reflexology schools in Bundoran and Enniskillen, as well as a private practice, has earned the All-Star Business Award for her contributions to the field.

As the first reflexologist to introduce reflexology into primary and secondary schools in Northern Ireland she also runs programs supporting children with special needs.

Her tailor-made techniques have been designed to address symptoms such as stress, anxiety and insomnia associated with ADHD, down syndrome, autism spectrum disorders and anxiety disorders and she has opened up a path to new treatment areas for Reflexologists to follow.

Judy’s holistic approach has led to significant improvements for children suffering from anxiety, making a meaningful impact on their well-being.

Gwendoline Cunningham began her career almost 30 years ago. 

Qualified in multiple therapies and disciplines from all aspects of Beauty Therapy and Body Therapy, she holds an impressive number of Diplomas from International Organisations such as I.T.E.C., C.I.B.T.A.C., C.I.D.E.S.C.O. and City and Guilds Science.   She is qualified in a multitude of massage types from Sport Injury, Hot Stone, Swedish, Chinese cupping and Indian Head Massage.  Gwendoline is also a Reiki Master Healer Teacher and Reflexology Practitioner and Teacher.

Gwendoline set up the South East Academy of Classical Reflexology in 2018 and has trained a multitude of students to date.  Her academy covers the South East (Wexford/Waterford) as the name suggests and is affiliated to both the National Register of Reflexologists Ireland (N.R.R.I.) and Rien International.  Gwendoline has previously held the position of Education Officer for two terms for the N.R.R.I. and is currently Secretary.  She holds Adult Education and Train the Trainer qualifications.