JOHNNY CHILDS
AT KITE CLINIC
"Johnny Childs is one of the best acupuncturists. After a few sessions, you may find you sleep better. Or argue less. You're a little calmer. You see a bit clearer. It's an eye opener." - Tatler magazine
JOHNNY CHILDS
Johnny Childs is a licensed Five-Element Acupuncturist (Lic.Ac) with a deep commitment to holistic healing. He was the first to apprenticed under the guidance of the world-renowned Five-Element acupuncture Master, Gerad Kite, Johnny brings a wealth of knowledge and expertise to his practice. He has also earned a degree-level licentiate qualification from The Acupuncture Academy, further solidifying his credentials in the field.
With years of experience in Five-Element acupuncture, Johnny has successfully helped countless individuals find balance and achieve lasting wellness. His approach focuses on addressing the root causes of health concerns, rather than just symptoms, offering relief from a wide range of physical and emotional challenges.
Through personalised care and a deep understanding of the body’s energy systems, Johnny has guided many on their journey toward better health and a more harmonious life.
Acupuncture for Wellness & Fertility
For over a decade, Johnny has been an integral part of the Kite Clinic on Wimpole Street, London, working closely with Gerad Kite to deliver top-tier Five-Element acupuncture treatments. While Johnny treats a broad spectrum of conditions, he is particularly passionate about helping patients with fertility issues. Whether you’re struggling with infertility, women’s health issues, or seeking holistic support throughout IVF treatment, Johnny’s tailored approach to fertility acupuncture can help restore balance and optimise reproductive health.
In addition to his clinical work, Gerad Kite had Johnny join the esteemed London Institute of Five Element Acupuncture (LIFEA)(now known as Yellow Path Training) in 2015, where he serves as both a teacher and the clinical team lead. Under his guidance, he continues to uphold the highest standards of Five-Element acupuncture education while mentoring the next generation of practitioners.
From Practitioner to Mentor: Johnny Childs’ Impact on education at Yellow Path Training
From Stuntman to Acupuncturist
Before becoming an expert in Five-Element acupuncture, Johnny had a successful career as a stuntman and movement artist. His background in martial arts and gymnastics, including competing at the European Championship level in Karate, has given him a profound understanding of the body’s physical and energetic balance. This hands-on experience enables him to approach acupuncture with a deep awareness of how the body’s movements and energy align, helping individuals find their natural equilibrium and restore a sense of harmony, both physically and emotionally
What we do at KITE CLINIC
is different
What we do at KITE CLINIC is different, and it is this difference that has helped us become the most talked-about acupuncture practice in the UK.
At Kite Clinic, Johnny Childs brings his expertise in Five-Element Acupuncture to guide patients on their journey toward optimal health. As a leading practitioner and key member of the team, Johnny integrates his deep understanding of this transformative approach with Kite Clinic’s ethos of personalised, results-driven care.
Five-Element Acupuncture stands apart from all other styles. It recognises that every human being has an innate ability to self-heal and return to full health. A core responsibility of practitioners like Johnny is to help patients awaken this natural response.
What sets Five-Element Acupuncture apart is its perspective on symptoms. Rather than viewing them as isolated issues to suppress, they are seen as vital alarm bells signaling deeper imbalances. At Kite Clinic, we don’t treat symptoms — we treat people. With a personalised and holistic approach, we address the root causes, knowing that true healing happens when we see each patient as a unique individual. This commitment to understanding and care fuels the potency of our treatments and drives the exceptional outcomes we are known for.
Five-Element acupuncture
-bringing in the light
Five-Element acupuncture
Five-Element Acupuncture originated in China well over 2000 years ago, and has been passed down from Master to Student both through the study of texts and oral teaching. An unbroken lineage has maintained the transmission of an astounding body of knowledge of health, illness and the human condition.
Diagnosis & Treatment
Diagnosis involves looking at a patient’s constitutional and emotional make-up; their strengths and weaknesses.
The actual treatment plan will then be based around each individual’s needs. The treatment journey takes the patient from pathology to good health and through to accessing their full potential.
Fertility & Acupuncture
If you’re looking for help and support with fertility issues, you’ve come to the right place! Johnny Childs apprenciated for several years under Fertility expert & Master Acupuncturist Gerad Kite. Johnny to this day works extremely closely with Gerad - and Kite Clinic is firmly established as London’s acupuncture clinic with a reputation for supporting people hoping to improve their fertility.
