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Kona Massage Therapists
Malama Pono Massage
Meet our Kona Massage Team: April, Mihai, Breyana, Bethany, and Lee
Our highly trained massage therapists specialize in the best massage in Kona.
April
Kona Massage Therapist
MAT-17056
April brings a lifelong passion for health and fitness to the study and practice of massage therapy. Her intention is to assist you in finding your body’s homeostasis, the balance that can help you live a less stressed and more fulfilling life. She listens carefully to each client, to craft an individualized plan with maximum therapeutic effects, using a wide variety of techniques to create both deep relaxation and balance in the musculoskeletal system. With focus and intention, April believes connecting with the inner rhythm of one’s body can be the opening to harmony and wellness. April studied under the amazing Angela Leslee in Kealakekua, Hawaii, with focus on lomilomi, myofascial release, lymphatic drainage, therapeutic cupping, prenatal, sports massage, and Reiki. Her other passions include adventures with her son, weightlifting, jumping rope, and enjoying the beauty of Hawaii.
Mihai
Kona Massage Therapist
MAT-16984
Mihai studied at Aloha Massage Academy in Kealakekua, Hawaii, and has pursued advanced level training with Maka’ala Yates in traditional Hawaiian style lomilomi massage. Mihai’s approach melds movement & stillness, hot & cold, independence & communion. Duality provides the contrast as we are challenged to find balance. Mihai gives each session his care and intention and his reviews reflect this.
Breyana
Kona Massage Therapist
MAT-15994
Breyana is a dedicated professional with a passion for the healing arts of massage therapy and bodywork. Her commitment to promoting well-being is evident in her extensive training and certifications in various therapeutic modalities. With a focus on holistic healing, Breyana brings a compassionate and skillful approach to her practice, aiming to provide clients with the highest level of care for their physical, mental, and spiritual well-being.
In 2016, she obtained a 200-hour Hatha Yoga Teacher Certificate, showcasing her dedication to incorporating yoga principles into her approach. Following this, Breyana acquired a 750-hour Massage Therapy License in 2017, solidifying her expertise in massage techniques. Her pursuit of knowledge led her to The Ayurvedic Institute in 2018, where she became an Ayurvedic Holistic Health & Wellness Counselor under the guidance of the esteemed Dr. Vasant Lad. Additionally, she received certification in Marma Therapy, specializing in Ayurvedic Acupressure.
Bethany
Kona Massage Therapist
MAT-173110
A graduate of Aloha Massage Academy, Bethany found massage school to be a transformative experience that improved her own wellness and gave her a creative outlet to help people. Trained in Lomi Lomi, deep tissue and Swedish massage, she truly enjoys connecting with clients and tailoring sessions to address their specific needs. In her free time Bethany enjoys distance running and weightlifting and has found massage to be a crucial part of recovery for her fitness journey.
Lee
Owner & Lead Massage Therapist
MAT-16690
A graduate of Aloha Massage Academy in Kealakekua, Hawaii, Lee specializes in facilitating deep release and healing. She utilizes a unique combination of tools and modalities, drawing on her diverse skill set and background, including cupping, hot stone massage, myofascial release, Hawaiian lomilomi, and trigger point therapy. Raised in Samoa & Micronesia, Lee studied biochemistry and design and has worked extensively in a wide range of medical & clinical settings, research & teaching. She has traveled solo to 40 countries and loves living in Kona, Hawaii!
Lee’s own health journey has led her to explore many healing methods and to become a massage therapist. Lee loves music, dancing, Ayurveda, natural medicine, and the beauty and spirit of Hawaii. As owner and principal massage therapist at Malama Pono Massage, Lee focuses on creating a comforting, soothing and aesthetic tropical environment for deeply therapeutic and relaxing bodywork.