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Hawaiian Lomi Lomi Nui is an ancient Polynesian massage which was practiced by the Ka Hunas (Hawaiian shamans) to transform & completely balance all aspects of self to create harmony & flow in a person’s being,
leaving a sense of a person’s true, unique self and effectiveness in the community. In Hawaiian tradition this ancient wisdom was used during rites of passage
such as puberty, loss of a loved one, or major personal transition
to ease the individual gracefully through these times of change.
Being deeply connected to Nature, Hawaiian kahunas would use dance,
chanting and ritual with lomi lomi massage to inspire deep healing
and restore health, thereby promoting a happy and balanced community
with Aloha. It is otherwise known as Ka huna massage, Aloha massage,
the massage of loving touch, “lomilomi massage”,
Hawaiian shaman massage, “the dance of life and breath from the heart”. More than a massage, the ancient wisdom and Spirit of Aloha will guide,
heal and inspire you towards your true potential. It is an experience
that overwhelms the mind with sensation as the lomilomi therapist
uses intuitive movement, breathing, rhythm and focussed intention in long,
flowing strokes up, down, under and over the body.
This sacred Hawaiian healing can produce powerful spiritual experiences
and heightened states of awareness. Lomi Lomi Nui massage begins and ends with prayer,
setting an intention for the individual’s healing and health in alignment
with their highest good. The kahuna massage therapist
then uses various massage oils, hands, elbows and forearms in dynamic,
deep movements that mimic the ebb and flow of the ocean. In certain traditions, warmed stones are also used to enhance the healing
massage in Hawaiian lomi lomi style flowing movements.
More than a way to relax, this is a complete spiritual and physical ritual
that continues with internal and external cleansing. The lomi lomi therapist focuses on blockages within the physical or energetic body, using breath, movement and intention to release and free you from anything
blocking the flow of your physical, emotional, spiritual or mental health. WHAT IS HUNA? Huna can be translated as “that which is hidden” or “the secret knowledge”.
Not that this wisdom was intended to be kept secret, but rather refers
to reality which is not easily seen. Huna is the Hawaiian philosophy
that can give profound insight into ourselves, life and the universe. It is certainly one of the most profound and comprehensive systems of truths
and psychology existing on our planet today. Huna offers a view of life centred in love, aloha, interconnectedness,
harmony, peace and abundance. One can spend a lifetime exploring the Hawaiian language which gives multifaceted meanings to many Hawaiian huna ideas and philosophies. A basic outline of the 7 Ka Huna Principles are: IKE the world is what you think it is (BE AWARE)
KALA there are no limits (BE FREE)
MAKIA energy flows where attention goes (BE FOCUSSED)
MANAWA now is the moment of power (BE PRESENT)
ALOHA to love is to be happy with (BE HAPPY)
MANA all power comes from within (BE POWERFUL)
PONO effectiveness is the measure of truth (BE CONFIDENT) Exploring the wisdom of the ancient Hawaiian healers,
the Kahunas (“keeper of the secret”), leads to a greater understanding
and experience of oneness & deep connection with your self,
Nature, people and everything around us. Working with the “temple of the soul”, breath, awareness & loving intention
creates a space for deep release and healing from anything holding you back
from expressing the truest essence of who you are. Hawaiian lomi lomi training workshops create the time & space
for bridging your intellect with your passion. Hawaiian style, you will dance to the rhythm of nature, feeling intensely alive
and in community with others. Through your body you can create transformation & harmony within yourself,
your relationships and indeed, the World.
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