Helena Akashi Makana Massage

General information

Lomi Lomi massage is a very ancient form of bodywork from Hawaii. It was performed in temples by Kahuna priests thousands of years ago and is rooted in the deep and beautiful Hawaiian ancient wisdom system called Huna.
Receiving this healing was considered a great honor.

Hawaiian Lomi Lomi massage has been adapted to our contemporary lifestyle and can help alleviate the physical, emotional and spiritual symptoms associated with modern living. It is especially effective in stress management and can induce a state of deep relaxation, peace, bliss and a deeper sense of connection to self, nature and life.

The Temple Lomi Lomi approach to life and healing is a holistic one and works on all levels – physical, mental, emotional and spiritual. The body is treated as a whole and the massage is constantly flowing from head to toe following a rhythm and using movements that remind of those of the tides of the ocean.

A few benefits of the Lomi Lomi massage (amongst others):

- Reduces stress levels and brings inner peace, balance and wholeness
- Renews and deeply nourishes body, mind and spirit
- Allows deep release of tensions, blockages and negative feelings and energies
- Energises, revitalises and strengthens body, mind and spirit
- Brings harmony and balance
- Improves posture and alignment
- Increases self-esteem and confidence
- Increases sense of purpose and direction
- Helps with addictions such as eating disorders
- Brings many health benefits and restores well-being
- Improves digestion
- Strengthens connection to self, Spirit and Nature
- Cleanses and detoxifies the body
- Improves all circulatory and fluid systems of the body
- Encourages a positive outlook and awakens aliveness

The massage session:

The entire session is a ceremony made of many rituals.
It includes: Consultation, intention, preparation, energy work, massage, stillness/rest, grounding and closing

The main focus of the session is on releasing tensions, traumas, illness and negative emotions and bringing peace, deep relaxation, clarity and a deep sense of connection to self and to life. The massage creates a doorway to the subconscious mind which in turns open the communication with the Higher Self.

You will undress completely and wrap yourself in a soft sarong before laying down on your front on the massage table. A loin cloth will be placed on your lower back and bottom to protect your intimacy. Shoulder and ankle supports will be placed under your body to improve alignment and encourage good posture. Some energy work will be done prior to the massage to open the energy field and maximize the benefits of the massage. The sarong will then be removed and Hawaiian songs and chants as well as healing music will be played. You will be covered with warm quality oil from coconut, Hawaiian kukui nut, Tahitian Tiare flower monoii, and grapeseed. Additionally, a special soothing oil blend can be applied at some point during the massage to ease any muscle or joint pains or stiffness.

You will receive the Aloha touch of love and compassion throughout the session through the dance of the sea and the cycles of life that I will perform on and around your body and energy field.

The massage itself is a full body massage, made of various combinations of short and long deep flowing strokes, using hands, fingers, knuckles and forearms. It is a gentle yet deep massage. Constant attention is given to the bones in honor to our ancestors and with the intention to pull the old energy, emotions, aches and pains out.

In the middle of the session, you will be asked to turn around in order to receive the massage on the front of the body. Women can chose to have their breast area covered or uncovered (slightly different massage approach). Your belly, chest, neck, scalp and face will then receive some aloha touch. It is good to rest on the table in a relaxation state and keep still for a few minutes after the massage.

I provide a safe, warm and comfortable space in my own therapy room at my home in Totnes and work weekly in London.

I am available for retreats and events in the UK and abroad.

Please feel free to contact me for more information. I look forward to hearing from you!

akashialoha@gmail.com / 07742199262