The future of a child rests upon the name selected by a Hawaiian name giver, such as Pat Bacon. She continues to practice this skill today. Kanaka Maoli Lapa'au - Traditional practices of the Hawaiians, from herbal healing to massage, are attracting new attention today. Many physicians agree that the philosophies and practices of traditional healing complement Western science and can accelerate wellness. The classes are reflective of the center's philosophy of lokomaika'i, which means good will, generosity and kindness in Hawaiian.
Traditional healers say successful treatment stems in large part from a patient's spirituality.
A Pau Loa demonstrate these traditional healing techniques. Inc. - In 1916, Samuel Kamaka founded Kamaka Ukulele and the company is still run by his sons and grandsons. Amazingly, a handful of the workers are hearing impaired, but have become adept at tuning the ukulele. The tallest, oldest, most valuable and beautiful is the koa. The Polynesians who arrived in Hawaii around 325 A.D., were expert woodcrafters and developed a full appreciation for the forests of Hawaii and the beauty of their wood.