Lomilomi massage

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Lomi lomi is Hawaiian for masseur or massage and it is the name of a holistic therapy which aims to treat the whole person. The massage is deep and thorough and dates back hundreds of years. It was practiced by individuals across the islands and varied from family to family. This means that there are many different schools and approaches.

The fundamental principle behind Lomi Lomi is Huna. This is a belief that all things seek harmony and love; indeed another name for Lomi Lomi is "Loving Hands" massage.

Most sessions last around an hour. Your therapist will inquire about you before starting therapy in order to build up a picture of you and your needs. You will be invited to disrobe and unlike many other therapies lie directly on the couch with only a small area covered by a towel to preserve your modesty. This is to enable the flow of movements and the massage to be unhampered. A key element of Lomi Lomi is stillness and silence. Before beginning the massage the therapist and client will connect in silence while the practitioner says a meditation or affirmation. Alternatively they may invite their client to set out their intention for the treatment.

They will use their hands, palms, fingers, knuckles, forearms, elbows, knees, and feet during the treatment. Some therapists may even use props such as sticks or stones to assist them. They will use long, flowing, continuous strokes working deeply into the muscles. Much of the work takes place at the level of intuition and so there is no set procedure which is followed. Each massage will be unique. The therapist may work on two different parts of the body simultaneously such as a left leg and right hip and will use the forearm as well as the hands to do so. This brings about a deep sense of balance and allows you to drift off because it is almost impossible to focus attention on two different parts of the body at the same time.

Other parts of the massage include gentle stretches of parts of the body and working and rotation of the joints. The emphasis is always on harmony and balance. The masseur works to release blockages of energy and may hum in order to help the process. They may also dance around the table using a hula motion. This is aimed at keeping energy levels high both for the therapist and for the client.

In some instances of Lomilomi two practitioners give the massage. This is commonly agreed to bring about an increased sense of relaxation and even to bring about a deeply meditative state of mind.

Lomilomi brings about relaxation and an enhanced sense of wellbeing. It is intended to help mind, body, and spirit and may bring about profound emotional release in addition to physical relief. It can also help alleviate chronic pain but its primary aim is that of relaxation and connection with the deeper aspects of life. It is practiced in a loving, nurturing, and tender way making it a very moving therapy to experience.

Schools that offer Massage Therapy Courses

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Diploma.
Massage Therapy.
Florida.

Arizona School of Massage Therapy

Diploma.
Professional Massage Therapy, Professional Massage Therapy Program.
Arizona.

Baltimore School of Massage

The Professional Massage Therapy Program encompasses 637 hours covering the theory and practice of therapeutic massage and related modalities. Human Anatomy & Physiology are emphasized. The program curriculum prepares students for success at entry-level employment as a massage therapist in a variety of environments including spas, salons, medical offices, fitness/ wellness centers and private practices.

Diploma.
Massage Therapy and Spa Techniques, Massage Therapy and Fitness Program, Professional Massage Therapy Program.
Pennsylvania, Maryland.

Steiners School of Esthetics at VASOM

In the Professional Massage Therapy Program at the Virginia School Of Message, Students will be totaling 637 hours in the theory and practice of therapeutic message and related modalities. Intensive focus is given to Human Anatomy & Physiology. This program provides pupils with the class-work necessary to be successful as an entry-level massage therapist in a variety of settings including spas, salons, medical environments, fitness environments, wellness centers and private practice.

Diploma.
Professional Massage Training Program.
Virginia.

YTI Career Institute

While being trained on indications and contraindications for massage, Massage Therapy Practitioner students will also be training on assessment and postural analysis, formulating and implementing treatment plants, and a strong emphasis on Swedish relaxation and deep tissue along with various applications of message techniques. An internship at a professional clinic run by the student is also a part of the program.

Diploma.
Massage Therapy Practitioner.
Pennsylvania.