Traditionally, martial arts masters were also required to train as healers. For obvious reasons, instructors were often first on the scene of many an injury. But over the centuries, their training broadened to include therapies and treatments for all kinds of ailments.
While in the islands, Master Okazaki’s traditional Japanese systems became influenced by the powerful Hawaiian systems of Lua (combat) and Lomilomi (massage). The latter resulted in a unique Asian/Hawaiian healing modality known today as “Danzan Ryu Seifukujitsu.” The treatment employs the use of fingers, palms, forearms and elbows in an exacting kata (form) that traces many of the body’s Asiatic muscle channels. The therapy also includes the activation of several “long-life” acupressure points as well as techniques to increase circulation to skeletal joints.
“Danzan” therapists also harness the “spirit of Aloha” by practicing the fundamental principles of traditional Hawaiian Lomilomi. This centuries old healing system requires mindfulness, compassion and openness.
