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Pre-Licensing Workshop

A two-phase program to become a licensed massage therapist in Hawai‘i. This state-approved course prepares you for the Hawai‘i State Massage License Exam while immersing you in Lomilomi healing traditions. Community tuition assistance may be available for Native Hawaiians and Native Americans.

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Phase One (150hrs)

$2300

The first step in a two-phase program.

August 18 - October 23, 2025

Monday: 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM

Tuesday: 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM

Thursday: 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM

You'll learn Lomilomi Techniques, Anatomy & Physiology, and Professional Skills. (Total 150 hrs)

Instructors:
Mariko Kekai Sato (MAT-11268) – Doing lomi for 25 years, UH Hilo Hawaiian Studies graduate.
Nancy Kahalewai (MAT-697) – Author, founder of two massage schools, expert in anatomy and Lomilomi.

Phase Two Apprenticeship (420 hrs)

$2700

Student clinic (70hrs clinical operation, 310 hrs hands on with record keeping )

Class (40 hrs advanced lomi techniques) : Date TBA

Length of the program is from 6-12 months. You can start on a date that your application for massage apprentice got approved by the State.

$2700 plus tax

20% due on application (non-refundable), 80% due on the first day of the class

*If you haven't completed Phase One with us, please contact us before apply.

PLEASE CONTACT US FOR MORE INFORMATION!

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Lomilomi Workshop

Our massage school is approved by the State of Hawaiʻi and listed in the AMTA School Directory. If you’re seeking CE/CEU credit and are licensed outside of Hawaiʻi, please check with your state board to confirm acceptance.

Lomilomi Basic Intensive Training (30 CE)

$1500

Learn a full-body lomilomi routine in this two-part workshop, open to LMTs and anyone drawn to traditional Hawaiian healing. This is a great option if you're short on time but want authentic, in-depth training.

Prone (face-down): Aug 28–30 2025

Supine (face-up): Dec 8–10 2025

Tuition: $800 per module / $1500 for both

You'll learn:

Full-body lomi techniques
Pule (prayer), intention, and the cultural roots of lomilomi
Safe, effective routines to use with ʻohana or integrate into professional practice

PLEASE CONTACT US FOR MORE INFORMATION!

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Cancellation Policy

Lomi Service:

We require a 24 hour notice for any changes or cancelations to appointments.

- Less than 24 hour notice will result in a charge equal to 50% of the reserved service amount.

- “NO SHOWS” will be charged 100% of the reserved service amount.
- "LATE SHOWS" will be finished at the scheduled time in order to accommodate the next scheduled service. The treatment fee will remain full price.

Workshop/Class

-Deposit is non-refundable.

-Within 7 days before the first day of the class: 50% of class fee requires.

-Within 72 hours: 75 % of class fee requires.

-Within 24 hours: 100% of class fee requires.

Mahalo for your understanding!

Covid-19 Policy
-Please make sure that you do not have any flu or Covid 19-like symptoms (including coughing, sneezing, fever) for the safety of our therapists, clients, customers and their 'ohana and friends!

-A face mask is optional for clients and therapists.

Stay safe and healthy! E ola!

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Pre-Licensing Workshop

Phase One (150hrs)

Phase Two Apprenticeship (420 hrs)

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Lomilomi Workshop

Lomilomi Basic Intensive Training (30 CE)

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