Lomi Lomi Massage Training Level 1

You are invited to an introduction to “Traditional Old Style Hawaiian Lomi Lomi Massage” through our entry level 1 training. It is a lineage based authentic Hawaiian style massage that has been passed down ritually through lineage form to Dawn Charlton after completing a 4-year one-on-one apprenticeship both in Hawaii and Australia. Dawn is teaching this massage, just as it was taught hundreds of years ago in its purest form and is the only person worldwide able to teach this modality and style. It will be of interest to you, if you are sincerely interested in learning this tradition in its most basic, and “unpolluted” way.

Currently offering our ‘Day Stay’ option at Kumu Dawn’s Studio on the beautiful shores of Bogangar, NSW (Cabarita Headland). Full tuition and morning meditations included. Accommodation and meals are not included for this workshop. If you require accommodation we recommend seeking this nearby through the usual accommodation booking channels.

What you will learn

You will be shown how this tradition was developed and passed on in its protected way for hundreds of years. Dawn became the first non-Hawaiian and woman to be passed this honour from her Kahu and mentor, Sherman Dudoit (now known as Raman Das), who dedicated nearly thirty years of his life to carrying this “way” all over the world, and how the “passing on” has come to Australia, which is the cradle of the ancient ways.

Level 1 training is a complete therapy that covers all main regions of the body, including the back; neck; chest; stomach; arms; hands; legs; feet and face. This form of Lomi Lomi is a restorative Hawaiian massage that works gently, yet deeply into the muscles with continuous, flowing strokes. This allows the recipient to completely relax due to the hypnotic effect, bringing the mind to a place of absolute stillness. Touch, rhythm and ancient wisdom come together, allowing healing to occur.

The basic concepts of energy work is covered, such as connecting with the receiver, setting up your intent and taking care not to draw on your cellular energy. You will be taught to empower yourself to go within to find the answers, to allow the natural healing energies to flow by focusing on pure intent. Also basic concepts of how to drape the body with a sarong so that the client feels safe and comfortable; oiling up the body so that it feels like part of the treatment are all covered.

The long, continuous strokes are designed to help the body let go of its old patterns and behaviours, which can cause as many stresses and strains as muscle tension. Through its rhythm and patterns, it activates meridians, energy points, releases energetic blocks and allows the body’s own healing processes to take over.

BENEFITS OF LOMI LOMI MASSAGE
• A complete full body massage from head to toes
• Improves circulation
• Lymphatic drainage & cleansing
• Releases soft & deep tissue
• Rejuvenates vital organs
• Detoxifies the body
• Pain relief
• Relaxation
• Stress & tension release
• Emotional healing
• Instils a sense of peace, harmony & well being

This treatment when performed continuously will last approximately 1 hour to 90 minutes. There are no formal notes given however you are welcome to bring a notebook if written notes will aid in your style of learning.

Morning meditations are usual to help calm the mind and relax the body, move through any blocked emotions and help facilitate the learning process.

Our teaching style emphasises compassion, kindness and a relaxed environment with laughter, fun and support to make this learning an easy joyful experience.

Many massage therapists have studied and become qualified to be able to give this massage treatment, which compliments their skills and other modalities. This therapy is recognised by IICT, ANTA and Massage & Myotherapy Australia, and also covered by the IICT membership and can be added to your list of skills covered by insurance. You will receive a certificate on completion and as recognition of your training to be used in your registration with IICT.

WHAT IS INCLUDED

• 3 full days learning the knowledge to give (& receive) a 90 minute Traditional Old Style Lomi Lomi massage treatment
• Proper use of massage oils, massage tables & equipment
• Sarong draping techniques
• Morning meditations
• Eye gazing ancient practice
• Certificate (upon completion)

PLEASE BRING ALONG

• Sarongs x3
• Towels for massage course x2
• Daily lunch and snacks
• Pens, paper for note taking

COSTS / PAYMENTS

All prices are per person in AUD.

Non-refundable deposit of AUD $350 is required at the time of booking to secure your place outside of 3 months before departure. To pay your deposit only, at checkout select ‘Bank Transfer’ as payment method and only transfer your non-refundable deposit of AUD $350 clearly marking your name in the reference. We will email you an invoice shortly after for the outstanding amount.

We require your second and final instalment of AUD $745 two weeks (14 days) before the start of the course.

Total cost DAY STAY Training is AUD $1,095 per person.