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Authentic LomiLomi massage training in idyllic surroundings
Urban Healing presents an unmissable opportunity for professional training in Lomi Lomi, the embracing nurturing massage from the islands of Hawai’i. Used both for its therapeutic value and for relaxation, Lomi Lomi has a broad and exotic appeal that will benefit any Spa operation as well as individual therapy practitioners..
In order to reinforce its spiritual side, the training retreat is being held in the beautiful, peaceful forest surroundings of Sai Yok National Park, Kanchanaburi, Thailand at the Mom Chailai Retreat , only 3 hours from Bangkok. This friendly and comfortable retreat center provides a serene environment to dive fully into the experience of learning and mastering the Foundation of Lomi Lomi Aloha Pono massage. |
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The retreat provides an introduction to aspects of the Hawaiian culture and its principles important for Lomi Lomi massage through storytelling, hula dance, movement, breathing exercises, nature walks, music and chanting. You will learn the required strokes, body mechanics, attitudes and procedures for the Lomi Lomi Aloha Pono massage practices to strengthen your stamina, balance and clarity. This unique style of massage, integrates Tao yoga, Alo-Ha breath and movement (Ka Lele) meditations.
One of the foundations of Lomi Lomi is the connection with “all that is” . A deeper understanding of the essence of this unique style of massage through a practical approach supports you to learn and practice the procedure of a full one hour massage of Lomi Lomi Aloha Pono with ease and grace.
What is Lomi Lomi ?
Lomi Lomi is a unique style of massage from the islands of Hawaii that, traditionally, has been handed down through Hawaiian family lineages. Always connected to the rhythms of nature it was part of daily life from birth to old age as a means to ensure vibrant health in the Hawaiian ‘ohana’ (family-system). Lomi Lomi can be done with a light touch for a relaxing wellness massage, or as deep tissue work for a therapeutic treatment. It is also utilised as a rite of passage, communicating deeply to the bones of the receiver. One of the foundations of Lomi Lomi is the knowingness that we are connected with everything, the Universe, the Divine, the Spirit and nature. In a noninvasive way, a traditional Lomi Lomi practitioner was able to focus and disperse congested areas in the body by using hands, fingers and forearms, and also prayer (pule), breath (Ha), movement or intention. |
Lomi Lomi Aloha Pono
The style of Lomi Lomi Aloha Pono, taught by Lavenda Schaff includes wavelike, rhythmical, long fluid strokes. Using hands and forearms, enhanced by movements of the body these become tools of the heart -. It uses deeply relaxing techniques combined with energy, or Mana, making possible deep remedial tissue work. Called “a prayer in motion”, Lomi Lomi supports the feeling of deep nurturance (Aloha = love, respect, kindness) and inner balance (Pono) It also has many practical, specific benefits. It breaks down calcium deposits and lactic acid, and relieves muscle spasm improving the health of muscles and associated blood vessels and nerves. Thus greatly improving our circulation it stimulates the lymphatic system to release waste products increasing the oxygenation of the whole body.
More than just technique
As a student and practitioner of Lomi Lomi Aloha Pono it is important to realise that this Hawaiian style of massage is more than just a technique, but rather a life style, assisting you to connect to the environment and your client in a heartfelt and unique way, and then expressed through the nurturing touch of Lomi Lomi massage. It requires the willingness to open one’s own heart to the deeper meaning of ALOHA as well as to accomplish more of inner balance (PONO) for oneself. Then a non-judgmental, aligned, caring atmosphere is created for the experience of relaxed wellbeing of the receiver.
In its more advanced form Lomi Lomi Aloha Pono supports your client to feel the deepest release of tension or blockages on physical, emotional and spiritual levels, creating a real experience of peace and inner balance. |
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The first Lomi Lomi Aloha Pona Training Retreat takes place from 02 - 14 Nov 2008. To ensure your place in this unique training retreat, click here to download the booking form.
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