I’m a lomilomi practitioner and designer. I love traveling and learning Hoʻomana. I dance hula. I reside in New York City.

What sparked your interest in the KALAMA Foundation?
I was looking for a spiritual practice. When I first heard Aupuni say his pule at the intro I got chills. I knew I’d found my teacher.

How has your life changed as a result of taking Ho’omana classes?
I'd say the biggest change is how confident and comfortable I feel. The classes taught me to listen and trust my instinct. The result is my life is completely different than when I began the classes. Trusting my instinct lead me to know what I really want.

How would you describe an Iwi’ula Style Lomilomi?
It’s extremely gentle, deeply relaxing and potently healing. It’s the only kind of body work I’ll receive at this point.

What are the unique things you’ve learned or experiences you’ve had as a result of Kumu Aupuni and his teachings?
Aupuni is a master teacher. How he presents his knowledge has evolved over the years but the substance, depth, and traditional Hawaiian perspective have remained the same. Traveling to Hawai'i with Aupuni was a life-changing experience. He shows you his Hawai'i. He has a reverence and understanding for Hawai'i and it responds back to him in kind. It’s a magical and extraordinary experience.

How would you describe a Ho’omana Way of Life?
Knowing and experiencing sacredness, intimacy, respect, deep comfort and happiness on a daily basis. It’s a life of great beneficence and joyful delight.

What is your favorite Aupuni saying?
“Live in the Flow”

I am originally from Bellevue, Washington and now I live in New York in the heart of Harlem. I have interests in the world, photography, religion and technology.

What sparked your interest in the KALAMA Foundation?
My interest in KALAMA sparked when I received a lomi kahea near the water on Camano Island, WA. I was so impressed and shocked from the huge shift in my perception of reality as a result of lying down on a lawn chair, a pule and movements several feet above my body. I felt incredibly clean, energized and in perfect health. I intensely wanted to know more. I was unable explain this process in western terms nor could I come close to understanding this process, so I pursued the classes. Since then, I have been one of the students to receive the most lomis.

How has your life changed as a result of taking Ho’omana classes?
My life has changed incredibly as a result of the KALAMA classes. They exposed me to a different, indigenous way of life devoid in the suburban lifestyle where I grew up. I pay attention to the flow and think in a different way. I use spiritual processes in everyday life, and I thoroughly enjoy living a magical life of comfort and often times, bliss.

How would you describe an Iwi’ula Style Lomilomi?
An Iwi'ula lomi (kino) is like a massage in that it is incredibly relaxing and feels fantastic. It is more than a massage in that it goes so much deeper than something that only focuses on the body. You literally feel the gunk being pulled off your body and spirit. If you can imagine your soul getting a massage; you will experience it with an Iwi'ula lomi.

What are the unique things you’ve learned or experiences you’ve had as a result of Kumu Aupuni and his teachings?
One thing about Kumu Aupuni is that he does not judge people in the classes. He pushes people to not act morally, resulting in the Kalama members becoming the most ethical people I know. I've learned to push and ask for a life of deep comfort. He teaches you to focus your intent and make it so.

How would you describe a Ho’omana Way of Life?
In a Ho'omana way of life one experiences magic, guardians, comfort and an affinity towards Hawai'i every day. There are specific processes that protect, cleanse and heal people in a spiritual rooted sense which shows in other ways such as the physical. Many people believe their soul is the only part that might live on after their body dies; they hope it will go someplace good, but they really have no control or education on that process. Ho'omana is a way of living which keeps that aspect in mind and enjoys taking that perspective to ones benefit. Once this perspective is taken with a body and an ‘ike, the veil of the world lifts and an incredibly blissful, fun and magical world awaits.

What is your favorite Aupuni saying?
My favorite Aupuni sayings are "Are you sure you want to ask that question?" when someone's perception of reality is about to completely change; "I'll get the double salad" when he hopes to get more food with his dinner for free and my top favorite is when he says "got it" when you ask him to manifest something that seems impossible or at least highly unlikely and you absolutely know that it will happen. That phrase is a trigger where you get to watch magic happen in interesting and entertaining ways.

I was born and raised in Poland, but I've lived in the US for the last 11 years. I am a systems administrator by vocation, but my true passion is practicing and receiving lomilomi.

What sparked your interest in the KALAMA Foundation?
I was looking for a true, indigenous form of bodywork that would offer a lasting change. After my first Iwi'ula Style lomi kino session I knew that my search was over.

How has your life changed as a result of taking Ho’omana classes?
I now have the trust in myself to realize what I want and the confidence to pursue it. I've also managed to let go of people and situations that weren't good for me.

How would you describe an Iwi’ula Style Lomilomi?
It allows me to look at my life from my essence point of view. It takes me to a very comfortable and blissful place every time. I got 'positively' addicted to the lomi because I wanted to remain in this state of comfort and knowing for as long as I could. It got me in touch with the part of myself that is very wise, simple and playful.

What are the unique things you’ve learned or experiences you’ve had as a result of Kumu Aupuni and his teachings?
How putting myself first changed my life for the better.

How would you describe a Ho’omana Way of Life?
For me, it is asking myself what I want and using the tools I've been given to create, accept and live it. A life that's very 'me' centric makes everything so much easier and flowing.

What is your favorite Aupuni saying?
“Your mind is your only limitation.”

I am a Native Hawaiian (Kanaka Maoli) a descendent of native Hawaiian ancestry whose roots stem back to Kahakuloa and Makena on Maui for hundreds of years. It is important that the Hawaiian Culture & its Arts are preserved and passed on in its purest form, not influenced by western thinking.

What sparked your interest in the KALAMA Foundation?
I was excited to hear that a Native Hawaiian was willing to share his knowledge passed down through his lineage and curious to know about him.

How has your life changed as a result of taking Ho’omana classes?
As a Haumana, the Ho’omana classes has helped me to understand the power to create and manifest through Hawaiian protocol; utilizing thought, processes and pule . As a result I am able to look at life’s challenges in a more relaxed way, have less fear and have the belief that nothing in life is impossible.

How would you describe an Iwi’ula Style Lomilomi?
The Iwi’ula Style of Lomilomi is a sacred form of Hawaiian healing art known only to those who accept the kuleana (responsibility) that comes with this knowledge. It does not contain the western influence or thinking. It is pure Hawaiian. It is a loving, sweet, gentle yet powerful beyond words. It can only be activated through a “Hawaiian mindset” which is accomplished by the healer through years of proper training.

What are the unique things you’ve learned or experiences you’ve had as a result of Kumu Aupuni and his teachings?
Never have I met another Kumu or Hawaiian who has the knowledge of such high Hawaiian protocol. For some he may be “out of the box” or radical which is actually a reflection of our “western style” of thinking & expectations. This is what makes Aupuni so unique, he knows and can identify the difference.

How would you describe a Ho’omana Way of Life?
The Ho’omana way of life is being aware of the rhythm in our daily life. It is also a life that balances, manifests and creates the flow we live with and how we interact with each other.

What is your favorite Aupuni saying?
“Lomi Kino is the power of word & thinking & moving away from doubt”

I am a lifelong resident of Seattle living on Capitol hill with my partner of 15 years. From a very early age I was drawn to Nature and my love of the Plant world continues with my Landscape work and my flower design.

What sparked your interest in the KALAMA Foundation?
In the beginning a friend recommended taking the classes to broaden my vision of healing work as I was a Licensed Massage Practitioner at the time.

How has your life changed as a result of taking Ho’omana classes?
I have grown from the inside out and now know what my Passion is in this lifetime. I never knew what Passion meant until I completed the classes of Ho‘omana. That Passion is now my life.

How would you describe an Iwi’ula Style Lomilomi?
An Iwi'ula style Lomilomi for me is a cleansing and healing to the soul.

What are the unique things you’ve learned or experiences you’ve had as a result of Kumu Aupuni and his teachings?
The Ho'onana trips to Hawai'i include being in sacred places with Kumu Aupuni and a sense that time and space are irrelevant, just sensing the magic of the senses.

How would you describe a Ho’omana Way of Life?
Learning through the classes and the journeys to Hawai'i how to release oneself from all the negative programming of our western culture and begin to grow new magical roots of freedom, and sense the Magic all around us, and begin to realize that Comfort, Bliss, and JOY are meant for us to enjoy NOW in this lifetime.

What is your favorite Aupuni saying?
"What is the recognizable truth of the life you are denying?"

I love the outdoors and the many activities it affords, traveling especially to Hawai'i, fine arts, crafts, family, especially my son, Bryce. I have been married 25 years to my wonderful husband, Michael. I am a lomi practitioner and a weaver of lauhala.

What sparked your interest in the KALAMA Foundation?
I love Hawaiian culture and wanted to learn more. My quest led me to the KALAMA Foundation and its classes.

How has your life changed as a result of taking Ho’omana classes?
My life has changed favorably in major ways in the areas of family, personal relationships, finances, health, and most of all I have a deeper spiritual connection. The changes have been so numerous it's difficult to describe.

How would you describe an Iwi’ula Style Lomilomi?
The ancient tradition of an Iwi'ula Style Lomilomi is deeply spiritual and embodies extraordinary respect of the ancestors who were the healers in Hawaiian life. The lomi can be done hands on or off and either way releases toxins both in the physical and spiritual body as well as in this lifetime, other lifetimes, and other dimensions. In a word, it's powerful. I have studied other types of healing modalities and have abandoned them because this style of lomilomi is so much more effective.

What are the unique things you’ve learned or experiences you’ve had as a result of Kumu Aupuni and his teachings?
I've learned that if you have faith, nothing is impossible. I've learned respect for myself, for unless you have that you have no respect for others and for the teachings. I've learned that unless you are true to yourself you cannot live the truth. I've learned that I am never alone because we all have spiritual guardians who are always with us and love us unconditionally. I've learned that I am worthy and deserving of all the wonderful things life has to offer. I experience joy every day. I have learned to create my own reality of my own choosing.

How would you describe a Ho’omana Way of Life?
A Ho'omana way of life is one of humility, truth and respect, and miracles. Life's trials and tribulations get handled with a minimum of effort. And one is left with peace and joy.

I am the mother of two and a Psychotherapist. I have been a therapist for the past 30 years and in private practice for the past 20 years.

What sparked your interest in the KALAMA Foundation?
I was drawn to the Halau, and the study of Hawaiian Spirituality by the changes I witnessed a friend was making. She had been in the Halau for 1 year and I wanted what I saw she was achieving.

How has your life changed as a result of taking Ho’omana classes?
When I first started with the Halau, I could not see or feel how I was changing. However, people in my world consistently commented on the changes they saw in me. The questions ran the gambit from "Are you in Love?" to "Did you win the Lottery?". Many commented on the "Change in my Light" or how I seemed to handle my life better. As I progressed in the Halau, I found that I could maintain my boundaries and remain out of the struggle/trauma/drama of life. I found a new peace and security within myself that afforded me space to be proactive in my life versus reactive. Also, prior to entering the Halau I had been in a terrible car accident and had lived in a state of constant pain for 3 years. All of my doctors wanted me to take narcotics for the pain. I was determined to have a life not exist in a drug haze. I had heard about the Iwi'ula Style of Lomilomi and was hopeful that I could heal the injuries to my body by receiving a Lomilomi. After receiving my first Lomilomi, i have been pain free. I remain to this day pain free without any relapses of any kind.

How would you describe an Iwi’ula Style Lomilomi?
I would describe an Iwi'ula Style Lomilomi, whether giving or receiving, as entering a sacred state of bliss.

What are the unique things you’ve learned or experiences you’ve had as a result of Kumu Aupuni and his teachings?
While on the Ho'onana trip, when Kumu Aupuni introduced us to Pele on the edge of the active volcano.

How would you describe a Ho’omana Way of Life?
A Ho'omana Way of Life, is a life lived with Magic on a daily basis. Magic in all areas of life.

What is your favorite Aupuni saying?
"Magic = understanding flows + time and timing + opportunity = rhythm of life."