“Ritual lomi lomi was designed to awaken and enlighten the being in the physical body and to awaken one’s true calling in life.”

Our LomiLomi sessions weave ancient practices with a heart-centered, powerful philosophy to create a complete system of hands-on bodywork that integrates the physical, emotional and energetic.

It is a truly luxurious experience that can also be incredibly practical to restore equilibrium in all areaas of one’s life.

During a session I invite the recipient to completely let go and receive. The flowing, circular runs nurture and embrace, clearing out the old patterns and awakening the divine in the physical being.

All styles of lomi lomi integrate some form of movement, chant (mele), prayers (pule) as well as the core intention of aloha.

Temple Style lomi lomi uses primarily forearm runs integrating movements that are circles and figure eights. The movements are designed to confuse the thinking mind and invite the client to surrender, letting go of anything that is no longer serving them and to receive more of their soul energy.

In ancient Hawaii, Lomi lomi was practiced as both medicinal and restorative. Some believe that Temple Style lomi lomi is was practiced in the temples of old Hawaii, where Kahuna, or Hawaiian Shaman, practiced a unique lineage that Kahu named Ke Ala Hoku, “Pathway to the Stars” or Hawaiian Temple Bodywork or Kahuna Bodywork.

The legend that was passed down describes a ritual incorporating fire, drumming, chanting, and shamanic movement. The Kahuna would call on the wisdom of their ancestry and request a vision so they would know who was next to receive this sacred rite of passage.

These offer us pillars of strength and insight as we navigate the mysterious realm of healing.

Huna = The secret wisdom hidden within each of us; we are given our huna at birth, and need to discover it in order to fulfill our life purpose.

1. IKE (ee-kay)

   The world is what you think it is.

   This principle is a reminder that you have the ability, by changing your thoughts, to change your experience of the world; that if you can change your beliefs, you can change your experience. So when a client comes to you with a strong belief system that may not be serving them, your essence, your presence and your perceptions can support them to shift their perceptions and thus their life experience.

2. KALA (kulla)

   There are no limits.

   Kala teaches that we are all interconnected, that your actions and thoughts influence the universe and the universe influences you. It is also a reminder that the universe is infinite and that you are a part of the universe and are therefore infinite. Kala teaches that when you allow yourself to expand and open your mind, you will naturally seek out new pathways, and ultimately change what is possible. Another actual meaning of Kala is forgiveness. When you hold a place of forgiveness for yourself, and all things around you, you dissolve limitations.

3. MAKIA (Mu-kee-a)

   Energy Flows Where Attention Goes

   Makia is particularly powerful for bodywork. When you focus your physical, mental and emotional attention, not only does all of your energy channel into what you are focusing on, but you will also attract energy from the world around you, which increases the effect of whatever you are focusing on. Makia teaches focus: on where you are touching as you work; on your intention; on your breath; on surrendering into each moment. Makia supports bodywork by allowing all distractions to dissolve and by bringing your full attention to what you are doing.

4. MANAWA (Ma-nah-wa)

   Now is the moment of power

   Manawa is also a very powerful principle for bodywork. All power exists in the present moment. This moment is where you plant seeds for the future; this moment is where you can harvest the crops of the past. This moment is where you can facilitate change. This moment is where you connect with, support and allow healing for yourself and your client. This moment.

5. ALOHA (A-low-ha)

   To love is to be happy with (someone or something)

   Love is fundamental to the healing process; acceptance is fundamental to the healing process. To accept; to be happy with; to embrace; to create harmony – is aloha. You don’t need to agree with your clients on a personality level, however offering acceptance for who they are and for yourself in relation to them will create harmony and allow for the natural flow of healing energy and love.

6. MANA (Ma-na)

   All power comes from within

   Mana recognises that we all come from the same place – spirit. It is spirit or life-force within that gives you your ability to exist and to navigate the world. All the power for transformation and evolution comes from within, from your mana. When you are facilitating healing for others, you’re helping them to connect more deeply with their spirit, their energy flow, their capacity to heal – their mana.

7. PONO (Po-no)

   Effectiveness is the measure of truth

   Pono refers to finding alignment or ‘right-ness’, whether it be with your own Soul, a friend or relative, your job, your home or your healing practice. The extended meaning of pono teaches that when something is ‘right’ it is right for all concerned. This principle teaches that you are most effective when you are in alignment with your truth. And since all teachings and philosophies are made up, you can choose to use what works for you. In healing and bodywork, as in all things, if what you are doing is effective, then you are pono with it. If one method or many methods work for you you, then you can use the positive aspects from those methods to effectively facilitate a space where healing can occur.

During your session, you will experience the power of soft and deep tissue massage techniques with the art of energy work. Through gentle and intuitive movements, your practitioner will establish a connection with your body's energy, allowing them to attune the flow of the massage to harmonise the various rhythms within you.

As soothing music fills the air, the practitioner creates a sacred space for you to unwind and let go. The rhythmic and flowing motions of Lomi Lomi or Kahuna Massage facilitate a deep sense of relaxation, inviting you to release tension, stress, and any emotional blockages that may be stored within your body.

One of the unique aspects of Lomi Lomi or Kahuna Bodywork is its integration of movements that stimulate both the left and right hemispheres of the brain. This holistic approach helps to quiet the thinking mind, allowing you to enter a state of surrender and dislodge any detrimental cellular memories that may be holding you back.

Beyond physical relaxation, Kahuna Massage is a practice that nurtures your entire being— body, mind, and soul.

It encourages a sense of wholeness, alignment, and connection within. By working with your body's energy and promoting a state of balance, this healing modality can support you in achieving a greater sense of well-being.

Lomi Lomi is unique in its ability to promote both physical and emotional wellness. Physically, the massage can help to increase blood circulation, remove toxins from the body, reduce the chances of stroke, and relieve muscle pain. The massage can also help to build up muscle, increase flexibility and motion, and stimulate the lymphatic drainage system. In addition to these physical benefits, Lomi Lomi is also known for its ability to promote emotional wellbeing and relaxation. For many people, the massage is a powerful tool for managing stress and anxiety. The soothing movements and calming atmosphere can help to create a sense of peace and relaxation, providing an opportunity to escape from the hustle and bustle of everyday life.