Ho'omanamana | The Pathway to The Stars

A Pathway of Remembering

In the pathway of Ke Ala Hōkū, the body is viewed as a Coherent Field. The same Source of Life growing the grass and moving the oceans is awake inside you.

What is Ho'omanamana?

Ho'omanamana is a Hawaiian word meaning to cultivate, amplify, or free Life Force Energy (Mana). It is an ancient practice rooted in the teachings of Ke Ala Hōkū — The Pathway to the Stars.

Through embodied movement, breath, and deep cellular awareness, Ho'omanamana guides practitioners to touch the meeting place of Matter and Spirit in the Body, restoring connection with Life itself.

"We honor the sacred teachings of ancient Indigenous wisdom to guide individuals and communities through deep, respectful, and lasting transformation."

This work exists to provide widespread opportunities for many people to reclaim their authentic connection with Life, through the wisdom pathway of Ke Ala Hōkū.

Core Principles

The foundation of our practice rests on timeless principles of embodiment, interconnection, and sacred responsibility.

Embodiment

The body is not just a vessel, but a living, breathing, light-filled intelligence beyond the conceptual mind. Wisdom arises through inhabiting feeling, breath, cellular awareness, movement, sensation in newly embodied ways.

Indigenous Mind

Reconnecting with perceptual frameworks that predate modern Western dualistic paradigms. Honoring the intelligence of nature, ancestors, and original spiritual cosmologies.

Interconnection & Unity

Recognizing that inner and outer worlds are inter-connected. The self is part of a larger 'Ohana (family) of life: land, sky, sea, stars. What happens within reverberates without.

Sacred Responsibility

Approaching all teachings with reverence and reciprocity. Transformation is not a commodity—it's a sacred process that requires integrity, humility, and respect for ancestral origins.

Presence & Listening

Cultivating awareness of what is here: the breath, sensations, inner rhythms, subtle movements. Learning to listen from the center, stilling the conceptual mind so deeper perception emerges.

Reciprocity

Giving back to the communities and cultures from which the wisdom comes—through financial support, collaboration, and amplifying Indigenous voices. Aligning with Indigenous worldviews of mutual care.

Jody Mountain, lineage holder of Ho'omanamana

Photo credit: Clarissa Koenig

Meet Your Guide

Jody Mountain (Kealoha)

Jody Mountain is a lineage holder of Ho'omanamana, rooted in the teachings of Kahu Abraham Kawai'i. She carries the practice forward through Lineage of Light, dedicated to preserving and sharing this ancient Hawaiian wisdom.

Coming from a background in dance and a deep interest in the healing arts, Jody began her journey with Hawaiian Wisdom teachings in 1989. She relocated to Hawaiʻi soon after where she developed a close kinship with the land, and went on to train intensively with Kahuna Abraham Kawaiʻi.

"We do not guide as gurus, but as students of the ancestors. This is more than a practice. It's a path."

Credentials & Background

BFA in Theatre Performance, York University Toronto
30+ years of dance and movement expertise
Trained with Kahuna Abraham Kawai'i (1996 - 2003)
Hawaii Licensed Massage Therapist (#4606)
NCBTMB Approved Continuing Education Provider
Performed 4.5 years in "Ulalena" at Maui Theater
Author of "Ke Ala Hōkū - The Pathway to the Stars"
Core & Cellular Healing facilitator since 2010

In a private 30-day training with Kahu, Jody underwent a profound dismantling of perception and experience of her body on a cellular level. This gave birth to what she calls "The Body Consciousness"—an embodied understanding, and relationship with, the living Cellular Being.

Upcoming Gatherings

We offer transformational retreat experiences rooted in ancient Hawaiian wisdom. Each gathering is an opportunity for deep immersion and lasting transformation.

10-Day Silent Immersion

Dates: 2027

Location: Maui, Hawaii

Model: Donation-Based

Coming 2027

Strict, residential silent courses modeled after the Vipassana tradition. These donation-based retreats are supported by Dana (reciprocity) and follow the principle that no one is turned away due to financial constraints. Reserve your spot now, with payment details provided upon acceptance.

What to Expect

10 days of silent, residential practice
Ho'omanamana body movement practices
Ka'alele au (moving meditation)
Ho'oponopono (harmony work)
Breathwork and alignment practices
Hawaiian geomancy teachings
Organic, locally-sourced vegan meals
24-hour supportive energetic transmission

A residential training in the foundational energetics and techniques of Ancient Lomi Lomi bodywork. Rooted in the Ke Ala Hōkū lineage, this immersive program provides comprehensive instruction while serving as a powerful pathway for personal transformation.

Training Includes

Ancient Lomi Lomi foundational techniques and full-body protocols
Hoʻomanamana and Kaʻalele ʻau movement meditations
Energetic principles, alignment, and safety
Hoʻoponopono / Core & Cellular Healing
Organic vegetarian meals by a Master Chef
Shared residential accommodation
50 CEU Credits (NCBTMB)

Earlybird

$3,015

Before Jan 21, 2026

Standard

$3,240

+ $775 Food (paid to chef)

Explore & Register

Nestled in the foothills of the Wicklow Mountains at Mucklagh Lodge, this residential training offers the same comprehensive Ancient Lomi Lomi curriculum in a serene Irish countryside setting. No prior massage experience required — open to anyone seeking embodied transformation.

Training Includes

Ancient Lomi Lomi foundational techniques and full-body protocols
Hoʻomanamana and Kaʻalele ʻau movement meditations
Hoʻoponopono / Core & Cellular Healing
Organic vegetarian meals by a local Master Chef
Shared residential accommodation
24-hour energetic transmission environment

Earlybird

€2,770

Before April 1, 2026

Standard

€3,015

+ €675 Food (paid to chef)

Explore & Register

Held at the renowned Kientalerhof Holistic Centre in the Swiss Alps, this retreat focuses on shifting awareness from intellectual knowing toward embodied wisdom. German translation available.

Training Includes

Ancient Lomi Lomi bodywork instruction (Ke Ala Hōkū)
Hoʻomanamana and Kaʻalele ʻau movement meditations
Hoʻoponopono / Core & Cellular Healing
Organic, locally sourced meals (gluten-free, dairy-free)
Accommodation at Kientalerhof

Earlybird Tuition

CHF 1,980

Standard Tuition

CHF 2,200

+ Accommodation from CHF 858

Explore & Register

An advanced residential program for Apprentices and Accredited Practitioners. This training deepens embodiment practice, explores the origins of Hoʻomanamana, and includes guided meditation journeys and teaching practicum.

Training Includes

Deepening embodiment practice of Hoʻomanamana
Energetic principles, alignment, and geomancy of language
Guided meditation journeys
Teaching practicum onsite
Organic vegetarian meals by a Master Chef
Shared residential accommodation

All-Inclusive

CHF 3,240

Tuition, accommodation & meals

Note: This training is open to Apprentices and Accredited Practitioners only. Application required.

Explore & Register

Set on the water at the Turner Farmhouse in Isle La Motte, this residential training offers the full Ancient Lomi Lomi curriculum with live French translation available. Open to both new and returning participants — no massage background required.

Training Includes

Ancient Lomi Lomi foundational techniques and full-body protocols
Hoʻomanamana and Kaʻalele ʻau movement meditations
Hoʻoponopono / Core & Cellular Healing
Organic vegetarian meals by a Master Chef
Shared residential accommodation
50 CEU Credits (NCBTMB)
Live French translation

Earlybird

$3,330

Before July 1, 2026

Standard

$3,582

All-inclusive

Explore & Register

Practice Anywhere

Carry the practice with you. The Hoʻomanamana companion app offers a guided 10-day audio journey into embodied presence — rooted in the same lineage teachings shared in our retreats.

✶ 10 days of guided meditations with Jody Mountain
◘ Stream guided sessions anytime, anywhere
◆ Track your progress and build a daily practice
◉ Learn the core principles of embodiment and presence

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Ho'omanamana App — Journey screen showing guided meditations

Voices from the Path

Stories of transformation from those who have walked this sacred pathway.

Ho'omanamana's slow movement, deep presence and permission for exploration allowed me to notice, meet, and access parts of myself that I was completely unconscious of. Through its practice I had a number of profound realizations about myself and felt many moments of emotion and sensation moving within and through me. I've found Ho'omanamana to be an extremely beneficial body movement practice especially in my fast paced life.

Paul Anderson

Retreat Participant

Through Ho'omanamana, I get to feel and experience different layers of myself that I didn't even know existed. The slow movements and guidance by Jody bring me into a state of being where time and space collapse into the sensations of my body, bringing up different sensations, temperature changes, holdings in my body, and even long held memories that are free to be released and acknowledged. This practice has transformed my life and allowed me to feel exactly what I'm feeling without judgment.

Gabriel Gargari

Retreat Participant

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the daily schedule like? +

Each day begins with a morning Ho'omanamana practice, continuing after breakfast. After lunch, we explore Ho'omanamana applied to simple, everyday movements. The evening closes with a meditative reflection process to integrate the day's work.

Can I stay off-site? +

No. The residential format is in place to facilitate a 24-hour transmission of the supportive energetics of the training and to allow you to be in a 'neutral' setting, free from your everyday associations.

Should I read up on Hawaiian Healing techniques before attending? +

No preparation is necessary. The work is about you and not about any concepts you might find in a book. Best to come with 'beginner's mind'—open, curious, and ready to receive the teachings directly through experience.

How are dietary restrictions handled? +

We are happy to accommodate those with special dietary needs. Meals for the retreat are organic, vegan, and locally sourced where possible. Please let us know about any dietary requirements in your application.

Is transportation included? +

The retreat fee covers food, lodging, supplies, and tuition. Airport transfers are typically additional, and shuttle services may be available for an extra cost—details will be provided upon acceptance. There are no transportation needs during the retreat.

Will we be doing yoga? +

Participants learn movement meditations designed to access more subtle avenues of energy and light in your system. While some movements may resemble yoga, they are rooted in ancient Hawaiian practices and serve a different purpose.

What if I can't afford the suggested donation? +

Our donation-based retreats follow the principle that no one is turned away due to financial constraints. We offer scholarships and subsidized spaces funded by those who can afford to give more. Financial need should never prevent you from accessing these teachings.

Get in Touch

For inquiries about retreats, lineage questions, or general information, we welcome you to reach out.

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Connect With Us

We honor each inquiry with the same reverence we bring to the teachings. Whether you're drawn to attend a retreat, curious about the lineage, or seeking guidance on your path, we're here to support you.

Visit Lineage of Light

To learn more about Jody's work and the broader offerings of the Lineage of Light, visit the official website.

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Ancient Stillness.
Living Light.

A Pathway of Remembering

What is Ho'omanamana?

Core Principles

Embodiment

Indigenous Mind

Interconnection & Unity

Sacred Responsibility

Presence & Listening

Reciprocity

Meet Your Guide

Jody Mountain (Kealoha)

Credentials & Background

Upcoming Gatherings

10-Day Silent Immersion

What to Expect

Ancient Lomi Lomi Training — Maui

Training Includes

Ancient Lomi Lomi Training — Ireland

Training Includes

Ancient Lomi Lomi Retreat — Switzerland

Training Includes

Teaching Hoʻomanamana — Switzerland

Training Includes

Ancient Lomi Lomi Training — Vermont

Training Includes

Practice Anywhere

Voices from the Path

Frequently Asked Questions

Get in Touch

Send a Message

Connect With Us

Visit Lineage of Light

Ancient Stillness.Living Light.

A Pathway of Remembering

What is Ho'omanamana?

Core Principles

Embodiment

Indigenous Mind

Interconnection & Unity

Sacred Responsibility

Presence & Listening

Reciprocity

Meet Your Guide

Jody Mountain (Kealoha)

Credentials & Background

Upcoming Gatherings

10-Day Silent Immersion

What to Expect

Ancient Lomi Lomi Training — Maui

Training Includes

Ancient Lomi Lomi Training — Ireland

Training Includes

Ancient Lomi Lomi Retreat — Switzerland

Training Includes

Teaching Hoʻomanamana — Switzerland

Training Includes

Ancient Lomi Lomi Training — Vermont

Training Includes

Practice Anywhere

Voices from the Path

Frequently Asked Questions

Get in Touch

Send a Message

Connect With Us

Visit Lineage of Light

Retreat Application

Application Received

Ancient Stillness.
Living Light.