Hawaiian Massage and BodyworkHawaiian Massage is most popularly known as Lomi lomi based on the traditional massage of Hawaiian people. It is handed down in families for generations and each different family has their own methods and techniques. In fact it isn't so much about the techniques as it is about a lifestyle. The Hawaiian Massage history and culture are too diverse and spiritual in nature to really be understood by just the novice massage therapist. Hawaiian natives are protective of their heritage and family ways and much has been lost in translation and through time. There were several different orders of medical priests called Kahunas and one of them in particular specialized in massage- the kahuna lomi. It was traditionally used to relieve aches and pains and promote health. Many people say it was once also referred to as lomi ka'ala hoku which was supposed to help in the rite of passage for adolescents but even this is controversial. It was used to clear the spiritual and physical body of the children to support them into adulthood. In the late 1970's, Abraham Kawai'i started to bring this traditional massage into the West. From what I understand the Hawaiian people are not to happy with other trying to make their traditions into just a technique. See more on Hawaiian Massage Add Your Story, Info or Training Program Aunty Margaret (Margaret K Machado 1916-2009 ) is known for what is Lomilomi today. Gloria Coppola, a teacher and student of lomilomi, says this about Hawaiian Massage (from her article on www.massagemag.com: Lomi lomi means massage or “to shift,” which may be translated by many into a variety of styles and techniques. Hawaiian healing is a tradition that is handed down for generations to family (‘ohana) and varies among islands and families, many of which are still secret. This is what differentiates the traditional form from the contemporary styles and other styles of massage, the essence of a culture of healing vs. a technique. Draping is actually an essential part of the session to create a nurturing effect. Music such as trance inducing drumming and more etheral sounding music is often played. The therapist is doing more of a dance which is choreographed to meet each person's needs. The forearm is the main tool for the lomi lomi massage therapist. The use of indigenous oils from coconut and kukui nut trees are often used. Mana-Lomi® uses Hawaiian indigenous healing concepts which work with the body, mind and spirit. Dr. Maka’ala Yates, a Kanaka Maoli (person of Hawaiian Ancestry) who specializes in Hawaiian medicine developed this type of Hawaiian Massage. Because of the inaccuracies and discrepancies in information on Hawaiian Lomilomi massage I will leave it to the current teachers and researchers to provide articles and more information on this traditional type of massage/bodywork. Lomi Lomi: Traditional vs. Contemporary by Gloria Coppola of www.lomilomimassagece.com Hawaiian Huna Massage by Rosalie Same History of Hawaiian massage on Google Timeline LOMILOMI – written by Kolleen Kohlrus, LMP, for WA. Massage Journal, Spring, 2007 Learn Hawaiian Massage Mana Lomi - www.lomilomi-massage.org Teaching of Barbara Heard in Seattle WA www.massageproce.com - Gloria Coppola's Lomi lomi trainings Books Na Mo'olelo Lomilomi: The Traditions of Hawaiian Massage and Healing Wise Secrets of Aloha: Learn and Live the Sacred Art of Lomilomi Hawaiian Lomilomi: Big Island Massage Hawaiian Lomi Lomi Massage Levels 1&2 DVD set See more Lomi Lomi Healing Videos Have information on this type of massage?Share your information on this type of massage or some of it's uses and resources for learning or about receiving this type of massage. How has it made a difference in your life? What Other Visitors Have SaidClick below to see contributions from other visitors to this page...
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