Lomi Lomi Fusion - Integrating Hawaiian Massage and Bodywork Techniques
Lomi Lomi Fusion - Integrating Hawaiian Massage and Bodywork Techniques
Lomi Lomi in Practice
5 Hours CE/CPD | On-Demand Webinar Course with Josh Williams, LMT
Lomi Lomi is a traditional Hawaiian healing art characterised by flowing movement, thoughtful touch, cultural context, and a holistic approach to the client.
Lomi Lomi in Practice is based on a completed three-part webinar series and is now presented as an on-demand course with lifetime access.
Presented by Josh Williams, LMT, the course explores both the cultural foundations and practical treatment-room applications of Lomi Lomi, helping therapists begin integrating its principles into professional practice.
Course Overview
Across this 5-hour CE/CPD course, students will explore the origins, principles, healing philosophy, and practical applications of Lomi Lomi.
The recorded sessions combine foundational education, demonstrations with models, practitioner discussion, and clinical guidance on adapting Lomi Lomi principles for contemporary clients.
The course also considers how Lomi Lomi may be integrated alongside modalities such as trigger point therapy and Shiatsu while maintaining respect for its cultural foundations.
What You Will Learn
| Topic | Focus |
|---|---|
| Cultural Foundations | Understanding the origins, principles, and healing philosophy of Lomi Lomi |
| Foundational Techniques | Developing fluid movement, rhythm, contact, and practical treatment skills |
| Treatment-Room Application | Adapting Lomi Lomi principles to the needs of contemporary clients |
| Modality Integration | Combining Lomi-inspired work with trigger point therapy, Shiatsu, and other approaches |
| Client-Centred Practice | Applying a holistic, respectful, and responsive approach to treatment |
Course Content
| Session | Focus |
|---|---|
| Introduction to Lomi Lomi | Origins, principles, healing philosophy, and foundational approaches |
| Practical Applications | Demonstrations with models, fluidity, specificity, and clinical adaptation |
| Practitioner Discussion | Technique nuances, professional questions, integration, and holistic care |
Who This Course Is For
This course is suitable for massage therapists, bodyworkers, manual therapists, healthcare and wellness professionals, students, and recent graduates interested in culturally rooted massage traditions and holistic soft-tissue practice.
It is especially valuable for practitioners seeking to broaden their treatment approach and integrate flowing Lomi Lomi principles safely and respectfully.
About Josh Williams
Josh Williams, LMT, began his massage career on Maui and trained in basic and advanced Lomi Lomi with Kumu Daniel Fowler at Lomi Lomi ‘Oluea.
After completing 700 hours at Spa Luna School of Holistic Massage, Josh earned Hawai‘i state licensure in 2001. He has performed more than 5,000 Lomi-inspired sessions across private practice and leading Maui resorts.
Josh brings decades of hands-on experience to a clear and grounded teaching style. He is also a doctoral candidate in Occupational Therapy at Hawai‘i Pacific University.
Included With This Course
| Included | Details |
|---|---|
| Recorded Webinar Sessions | Three recorded sessions covering foundations, demonstrations, and practitioner discussion |
| Course Workbook | Detailed downloadable workbook supporting study and practical integration |
| Companion Course | Structured supporting material designed to reinforce the webinar learning |
| Online Exam | Assessment included for successful course completion |
| Certificate | Downloadable 5 Hours CE/CPD certificate following successful completion |
| Lifetime Access | Study on demand and revisit the recordings and materials at any time |