Business Details
20 Years
experience
Massage Training Programs in Kainaliu, HI
Aloha Massage Academy has been dedicated to providing high-quality, affordable massage training programs since 2006. Our curriculum combines foundational techniques with creative, alternative modalities, fostering an inclusive, empowering, and joyful learning environment. With two decades of experience in Kainaliu, Hawaii, we specialize in therapeutic massage and traditional Lomilomi, preparing students for licensure while emphasizing sustainability and community support. Our programs integrate Hawaiian healing traditions, anatomy education, and clinical practice, ensuring graduates develop both technical proficiency and compassionate client care.We prioritize proper body mechanics, energy awareness, and holistic wellness, offering continuing education units (CEUs) for licensed professionals. Our faculty, including internationally recognized instructors like Dominique Warfield and Dr. Makaala Yates, brings extensive expertise in modalities such as Thai Yoga Massage, myofascial release, and Active Release Techniques. Through student clinics and workshops, we provide accessible services to the public while nurturing a supportive network for practitioners to thrive in their careers.
Services
Massage Training Programs
Lomilomi Workshops
Thai Yoga Massage
Myofascial Release
Student Clinic Services
CEU Accredited Courses
Manual Lymphatic Drainage
Advanced Clinical Techniques
Hawaiian Healing Traditions
Bodywork Certification
Details
- Year established: 2006
Highlights and features
- We offer 20 years of experience training licensed massage therapists in Hawaii.
- Our programs include CEU-accredited workshops in traditional Hawaiian Lomilomi techniques.
- We combine therapeutic massage with alternative modalities like Thai Yoga and myofascial release.
- Our faculty includes internationally recognized instructors with decades of industry expertise.
- We prioritize sustainable practices and community-focused healing environments.
Associations and certifications
- Active Release Techniques (ART) Certified Provider
Services
Massage Training Programs
Our 570-hour program prepares students for Hawaii State Board Massage Licensing through anatomy, physiology, and clinical practice. Level I covers fundamentals while Level II offers advanced techniques. Graduates gain hands-on experience in therapeutic massage and traditional Lomilomi, qualifying for licensure exams.
Lomilomi Workshops
CEU-accredited Lomilomi workshops teach traditional Hawaiian healing techniques passed down by masters like Aunty Margaret. Participants learn full-body routines, Hooponopono conflict resolution, and Ti leaf lei making while exploring Hawaiian history and chanting traditions in a 20-hour immersive experience.
Thai Yoga Massage
Dominique Warfield's 16-hour Thai Yoga Massage workshop introduces foundational sequences and sustainable body mechanics. Students practice supine, sidelying, and prone positions while developing mindfulness and energy awareness through a moving meditation approach grounded in compassion and presence.
Myofascial Release
Angela Leslee's 16-hour myofascial release workshop teaches gentle pressure techniques to eliminate pain and restore mobility. Participants learn how emotions stored in fascia affect physical health, practicing methods to release restrictions and improve lymphatic flow for deep healing.
Student Clinic Services
Our student clinic offers therapeutic massages at $45$65 per hour, combining practical training with public service. Students apply classroom techniques under instructor supervision, developing business skills while providing personalized sessions focused on individual client needs and wellness goals.
People
Angela Leslee
Founder & Lead Instructor
Angela founded Aloha Massage Academy in 2006 after 20 years teaching massage globally. She combines therapeutic techniques with Lomilomi traditions, bringing clarity and humor to her instruction while maintaining a passion for bodywork as an art form.
Elizaveta Salnikova
Principal Massage Therapist
Eliza graduated from Aloha Massage Academy in 2018 and became owner in 2019. With ART certification and advanced Lomilomi training, she mentors students while maintaining a private practice and collaborating with local pain clinics.
Questions
What massage training programs do you offer?
We offer a 570-hour program with Level I (150 hours) covering anatomy and massage theory, and Level II (420 hours) focusing on advanced techniques and clinical practice.
Are your workshops CEU accredited?
Yes, all our workshops including Thai Yoga Massage, Lomilomi, and myofascial release are CEU accredited for licensed massage therapists.
Who are your instructors?
Our instructors include Angela Leslee (LMT with 30 years experience), Dominique Warfield (Thai Yoga specialist), and Dr. Makaala Yates (Lomi Kumu master).
Do you offer student clinic services?
Yes, our student clinic provides massages at $45–$65 per hour, supervised by experienced instructors to ensure quality and learning opportunities.
What is your cancellation policy?
We require 24-hour cancellation notice for appointments and workshops to maintain scheduling efficiency and accommodate all participants.
