Hands-on energy work
LomiLomi
‘Welcome home’, that is where you will land after a LomiLomi massage.
Indulge in the blissful embrace of Lomilomi, an ancient Hawaiian art that goes beyond a mere massage. It's a transformative journey for your body, mind, and spirit.
Beyond a Massage, a Soulful Journey: the ancient Hawaiian art that transcends the ordinary and delves into the extraordinary.
The word "lomi" simply means "massage" in the Hawaiian language, but this fails to capture the profound depth and significance that Lomi Lomi holds for the people of the Hawaiian Islands.
Lomi Lomi is a timeless tradition, passed down through generations, woven seamlessly into the fabric of everyday life for the islanders. It represents the beautiful act of human beings sharing unconditional love through the vehicle of touch—the body as a conduit for healing and connection.
In the old times …
What makes Lomi Lomi truly special and unique lies in its roots as an initiation ritual. In ancient times, Lomi Lomi Nui, or "the great massage," transformed the otherwise everyday practice into something extraordinary. During significant life events, such as marriages, coming-of-age ceremonies, or critical decisions impacting the community, sacred places or temples served as the backdrop for these transformative sessions.
Steeped in tradition, Lomi Lomi sessions often involved elders, healers, and tribal leaders coming together to prepare individuals for the next chapter in their lives or help them align with their true selves to gain clarity and vision. These sacred initiations could span up to hours or even days, with multiple-handed Lomi Lomi experience.
Today …
Lomi Lomi continues to offer more than just physical relaxation; it presents an opportunity to embark on an emotional or spiritual journey. The practitioners, carrying the wisdom of their ancestors, infuse each stroke with the essence of love and compassion. As the rhythmic movements flow across the body, recipients find themselves not just receiving a massage but connecting with their innermost selves.
Whether seeking physical relief, emotional healing, or a deeper connection to one's soul, Lomi Lomi opens a doorway to transformation. As the magic of Lomi Lomi unfolds, recipients find themselves enveloped in a sense of acceptance and belonging, carried by the gentle waves of love and grace.
To experience the essence of Lomi Lomi is to embark on a journey of self-awareness, authenticity, and renewal. So, let go of the ordinary and embrace the extraordinary—Lomi Lomi awaits, ready to touch your heart, mind, and soul.
Public Domain Video Resources to explore more
Multiple-handed session by Dan Joy, stayintouch.earth
Ancient Lomi Lomi with Jody Mountain
Multi-Handed LomiLomi
In the Hawaiian traditions LomiLomi is a ritualistic practise to celebrate important moments in life - preparing for war, marriage, death, new chief of the tribe and as such was offered in a multiple-handed fashion.
In our modern western frame of life, the multiple-handed brings us deeply and intensely in the sacred and forgotten space of connection with our true sense-of-self; that is the space of pure love.
The mind follows one thing at a time..
Our minds tend to focus on one thing at a time. However, when multiple hands skilfully glide across our body during a massage, our minds swiftly slip into a profound state of relaxation. It's unlike any other massage experience.
In this moment, our minds lose their grip on the outside world. We can't keep track of who's where or when, and we simply surrender to the present moment and the sensations, relinquishing control over our surroundings.
This multi-handed ritual creates a sacred space where we let go and trust. It's a space filled with love and compassion, where we allow ourselves to be enveloped by the healing touch and connect with love and compassion.
Indeed, this experience can be incredibly intense and profound, often leaving us with a profound sense of joy and gratitude. It's not uncommon for this deep release to be accompanied by tears or laughs, as it can help us let go of stored emotions and pain, ultimately leading to a profound sense of healing and renewal.
how it works
Pre-session Consultation: 30 minutes Zoom to know all of the client's medical conditions, medications, allergies, and injuries, past and present, to individualize a session for pressure and focus.
Session: 90 minutes, plus resting.
The client lays unclothed on a massage table with the full body initially covered by a sarong. During the session, the sarong will cover the pubic area, while the torso is ideally topless, or cover by a band on the breast.
A music background is synchronised to the movements and will create the sound vibrations container of an otherwise silent space.
Intuitive movements, long strokes, and the use of forearms, elbows, and body weight create an all-encompassing sensation akin to being cradled by ocean waves.
The strokes reach across, over, and, uniquely, under the body, evoking a continuous flow of enveloping motion that seem to bathe the recipient in a timeless dance of harmony.
A hallmark of Lomi Lomi is its diverse range of speed and pressure, making it a versatile practice suitable for various needs.
For expectant mothers, gentle and soothing pregnancy massages provide a nurturing experience, ensuring both mother and baby find serenity and relaxation.
Lomi Lomi's heritage unveils an intense and powerful side as well. In ancient times, warriors were prepared for battles with a robust version of Lomi Lomi, a testament to its efficacy in promoting strength and resilience. In the modern era, personal trainers and professional sportspeople embrace this potent form of Lomi Lomi to optimize their performance and endurance.
At Weavertouch, we prefer to offer the ‘super slow motion’ version to achieve the deepest impact on the brain waves and mind relaxation, as taught by our teacher Dan Joy.
Sophia
the practitioner
Photo by Ilaria Mare’
(London - April 2023)
