The Hawaiian or "lomi lomi" massage is rooted in ancient ritualistic therapy traditions. Hawaiian massage rejuvenates the mind, body and spiritual energy by removing negative patterns, behaviors and emotions and instilling a sense of harmony from head to toe.

The tradition of many Hawaiian healers was for the session to last as long as the body was receptive, until the work was completed. In modern times, session length also varies - often lasting more than a couple hours - and requires a person to be able to set aside additional time post-treatment to allow themselves to fully process the physical, spiritual and emotional shift experienced.

Lomi lomi Hawaiian massage is founded on the belief that the physical, mental, emotional and spiritual are part of one "whole" self. To achieve harmony, energy blockages must be removed whether from physical muscle tension or an idea or belief. Traditionally the practice combines movement, chant and prayer to restore energy flow. Varying "styles" were passed down Hawaiian family lineages for generations, but all forms were rooted in Aloha (and the way of life it connotes), and relied on the intuition of the "healer" or practitioner to return the person to harmony and balance. The focus of the practitioner on the client is as important as the technique. Lomi lomi is also known as "loving hands" massage, which emphasizes this nurturing nature of the practice. Each session is unique.