The workshops are open for everyone, regardless of their previous experience with any massage or bodywork. For those who on the other hand are already familiar with Hawaiian massage, the retreat would be the opportunity for strengthening their practice and exploring new insights.
You will accomplish the 5-day Kino Mana Level I or II course in accordance with Aloha International standards. The diploma entitles you to give the massage professionally and to continue the studies up to the Teachers Level – Kino Mana Level V (with a Hawaiian master).

Workshops are run in small groups of 2-4 people. Prepare yourself for both wonderful and intensive time. To connect with nature and the elements, as the indigenous people of Hawaii did, we will spend much time outside at the high energy places of Gozo. The vegetarian, light meals include fresh products of an outstanding taste and flavor, the Mediterranean islands are famous from.

LOMI LOMI NUI

Also known as the “temple-style” Lomi, this graceful, in-depth bodywork incorporates hula movements to produce a profound healing effect for the recipient, at the same time energizing the practitioner. In ancient times in Hawaii, it was performed by Kahuna Lapa’au (master Lomi practitioners) in the Heiau (temples) for deep physical and spiritual healing.

Health (ola) existed when the body’s cells vibrated at a fast pace or in other words, the body’s energy was free-flowing. Illness (ma’i) occurs when that flow was blocked or restricted for an extended period. In this style of Lomi-Lomi (massage), the practitioner is the dancer and the recipient is the choreographer. So the dance is always different. The foundation strokes are taught as a framework, then the principles of attentiveness, love, and respect are emphasized so that the practitioner develops the confidence to trust information coming from the recipient.

Also emphasized is listening to one’s own body as a map for understanding how bodies release blocks. Hence, much of our training time together includes exercises that encourage our own bodies’ energy to flow freely. So get ready to help yourself as we increase our skills to help others!