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2025
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August Workshop 2025
KAPOLEI MASSAGE INSTITUTE
Tuition: $8,750 + tax
Payment Options are available through Lumion.
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ONLINE CURRICULUM CLASSES & IN-PERSON PRACTICAL TRAINING AVAILABLE:!
There's never been a better time than now to start a new career. Established in 2013, we have coached and guided our students to successfully prepare for the State Licensing Exam. In the State of Hawaii, 570-hours of classroom instruction and practical hours are required. Workshop course descriptions & Program Objectives are detailed down below.
MASSAGE WORKSHOP COURSE DESCRIPTION
Anatomy/Physiology and Structural Kinesiology (50 hours)
This dynamic workshop provides an in-depth review of Anatomy, Physiology, and Kinesiology (AP & Kinesiology) tailored for students and professionals preparing for massage therapy licensure in the State of Hawaii. Through engaging lecture, hands-on movement analysis, and palpation practice, participants will explore the structure and function of the human body with a focus on musculoskeletal anatomy and how it applies to therapeutic massage. Special attention is given to the Hawaii Board of Massage Therapy's requirements, helping students reinforce their knowledge of body systems, muscle groups, origins and insertions, joint actions, and integrated movement. This course bridges the gap between theory and practice, empowering therapists to assess and apply appropriate techniques safely and effectively. Course text: The Human Body in Health & Disease Gary A. Thibodoeau & Kevin T. Patton & Trail Guide To The Body (6th edition) by Andrew Biel.
Learning Objectives: Upon completion of this course, participants will be able to:
1) Identify major muscles, bones, and joints relevant to massage therapy.
2) Describe the physiological functions of key body systems.
3) Analyze muscle movements and joint actions through kinesiology principles.
4) Apply anatomical knowledge to enhance massage techniques and body mechanics.
5) Prepare for Hawaii state licensing exams through targeted content review.
MASSAGE WORKSHOP COURSE DESCRIPTION
MASSAGE THEORY & DEMONSTRATION
This 100-hour course provides foundational instruction in the theory and practical demonstration of massage therapy techniques as required by the Hawaii Board of Massage Therapy. Guided by the Massage Mastery: From Student to Professional digital textbook, students will explore the history, ethics, benefits, contraindications, and applications of massage within a professional therapeutic context.
Students will receive in-depth training in proper draping, client communication, hygiene, body mechanics, and standard massage techniques, including effleurage, petrissage, friction, tapotement, and vibration. Emphasis is placed on developing safe, client-centered routines through supervised hands-on practice. The course integrates Hawaiian cultural sensitivity and state-specific laws, preparing students to work confidently and ethically in local healthcare, spa, or clinical environments.
Learning Objectives:
By the end of this course, students will be able to
1) Describe the core principles, scope of practice, and ethical responsibilities of a Hawaii massage therapist. 2) Demonstrate proficiency in foundational massage strokes and full-body sequences.
3) Practice professional draping, client intake, hygiene, and communication skills.
4) Apply proper body mechanics to prevent injury and enhance treatment effectiveness.
5) Recognize indications and contraindications for massage therapy.
6) Understand the history and evolution of massage, including local cultural perspectives.
7) Prepare for licensure through integration of digital learning, videos, and in-person feedback.
We reserve the right to make changes to the schedule, registration fee, and/or education fees on an annual basis without notice.
This disclosure is to avoid confusion that may include misleading information such as, name of workshop that could imply approval by the Department of Education (“DOE”). The separate pathways are identified below:
Workshop training is a pathway toward partial qualification for licensure and is limited only to the academic course of study and not the practical training.
Institutional education from a DOE licensed school is another pathway. DOE school license requirements include general financial stability, adequacy of facility and equipment, preparation of school brochures and catalogs, surety bond requirements, fitness of school principal to operate a school, and may include a school inspection among other things.
How do I register for the next class?
Application Process
Applicants are encouraged to register at least a month prior to their desired class start date. This will allow adequate time to complete and submit all required documentation. Class sizes are limited and positions are reserved only when all required documents and financial obligations are met.
HOW TO APPLY:
1. Complete and submit an online KMI Student Application ( located down below)
2. Each Application must include:
a. Valid Driver's License or Government Issued Picture ID
b. TB Clearance (due by Phase II: Practical Training)
Once your KMI Student Application is received, a Meet & Greet will be scheduled with the Principal Massage Therapist. This is required to assess that each applicant is physically, mentally and emotionally ready, willing and able to adhere to the requirements and policies set forth by Kapolei Massage Institute, LLC.
Hana Lima Scholarship Program (HLSP) Brochure
The Hana Lima Scholarship award is a $1,500 award to be used toward tuition, fees, books and other required tools or uniforms for a vocational program. Scholarship checks are mailed directly to the school or program.
Complete and submit an application for consideration. For assistance, please contact [email protected] or call 808-535-6700.
Hana Lima Scholarship Program (HLSP) Application - FALL 2025
The purpose of this Hana Lima Scholarship Program is to give financial assistance to students participating in a vocational or technical education program for occupations that can provide a "living wage." This need-based scholarship is available to students in vocational programs that lead to a specific segment of employment. Applications for Fall 2025 will open during the fall semester. Please check Alu Like's website in August for the most up-to-date information.