Lomilomi massage originates from Hawaii. This massage is an adaptation of traditional Polynesian techniques, which included repetition of the massage strokes throughout the body. Lomilomi massage also originates from “huna”, a Hawaiian philosophy, which literally translates to “secret”.
Lomilomi massage has been termed in many ways:
- Hawaiian temple bodywork
- Traditional Style Lomilomi
- Temple Style Lomilomi
- “Loving Hands” massage
- Hawaiian massage