teaching ho’omanamana
switzerland • june 29 - July 5, 2026
An Embodied Pathway Rooted in Indigenous Hawaiian Wisdom
This 7-Day Teaching Retreat reconnects us first with our Cellular Wisdom — the Wisdom of Nature within — and gives us tools to share the embodiment practice of Ho’o manamana. Accredited Practitioners and Apprentices may apply and learn to assist others in inhabiting the Light that they are. Expand your coherence with Life, and learn the Sacred lineage-based practice of Ho’omanamana through Ke Ala Hoku — The Pathway to the Stars.
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Details
Who This Retreat is For
• Apprentices & Accredited Practitioners are welcome to apply
Important Note: Space is limited.
What you will experience during the 7 Days
• Deepening embodiment practice of Ho’omanamana
• Origins of the work
• Foundational practices to access Spirit in the Body
• Energetic principles and alignment
• The Geomancy of Language in transmission
• Contraindications and safety
• Accessing Guided Meditation Journeys
• 24-hour energetic transmission environment
• Residential accommodation and meals
• Small group setting for personalized attention
• Organic, nourishing meals
*Participants will take with them skills to begin offering Ho’omanamana
About this Training
This 7-Day Retreat is open to qualified Apprentices & Accredited Practitioners.
Ho’omanamana is the practice of gentle movement accessing many layers of tissue, emotion, memory, image and rhythm. It’s unfolding unwinds blockages in the body/mind and allows them to become contributing factors in our lives. This practice of deep listening is one of the foundations of Ancient Lomi Lomi bodywork.
Apprentices & Accredited Practitioners wishing to deepen their practice and understanding of Ho’omanamana are welcome to Apply. Finding a dedicated embodiment of the practice combined with protocol for transmission (teaching) will be the focal points of the course.
The work brings us a new freedom from old patterns & conditioning, and opens new neural pathways in our perceptions of ourselves, the body and the world around us.
Ke Ala Hōkū — The Pathway to The Stars offers an opening to the Sacred in our own cells. Ho’omanamana is a practice designed to open us to this embodied listening, creating a profound shift in perception that will bring us into deeper contact with Life and awaken a Source of Intelligence that emerges naturally from our embodied experience.
About Your Facilitator
Jody Mountain is a dancer, choreographer and teacher with over 30 years experience in various forms of movement dynamics and healing modalities. Since 1989, she has been studying, practicing and teaching the art of Ancient Lomi Lomi and it's foundations in Ancient Hawaiian Wisdom. Jody has studied with Kahu Abraham Kawa'i, Aua'ia, Maka'i'ole, Uliama and brings forward the teaching of this lineage. Jody also practices and facilitates Core & Cellular Healing — a modern form of Ancient Hawaiian Ho'oponopono. She is a licensed massage therapist and teacher in the state of Hawai'i, and has dedicated her life to sharing the depth and vibrancy of this profound work with others as a vehicle for awakened consciousness.
Retreat Details & Logistics:
Location: Gempen, Switzerland
Dates: June 29 - July 5, 2026
Duration: 7 days / residential
Language: English
Participants: Limited group size
Accommodation: Shared
What’s Included:
• 7 day / 6 night Retreat Accommodations
• Organic, Vegetarian and Vegan Food from the land prepared by a Master Chef
• Transportation during the Retreat (if applicable)
• Embodiment Practices / Foundations of Ho’omanamamana
• Teaching practicum onsite
Not included:
• Travel to and from Switzerland
• Airport transfers to and from the Retreat Facility
(can be arranged for an additional fee)
• Gratuities for our Chef (optional)
Retreat Location
Our Retreat will be held at Schartenhof, a Centre nestled in nature, near Gempen, Switzerland.
Arrival by public transport: Take the bus from Dornach or Liestal to Gempen.
At the church, follow the Schartenmattweg on foot for approx. 25'.
Arrival by car: In Gempen, turn into Schartenmattweg at the church. Follow this road for approx. 4'.
(Please note: Access from Dornach (Schlosshof) or Arlesheim (Schönmatt - Baumgartenhof) is not permitted. The official access to Schartenhof is via Gempen.)
If you are arriving from overseas, it is recommended that you arrive at least a day or two prior so that you can be rested from travel to begin. It can also be helpful to delay plane travel for at least a day or two after the Retreat for integration. However, these are just suggestions for your optimum experience.
Dates & Times
We will begin on Monday, June 29, 2026, 2p.m*.
*Please arrive at the Facility by 1p.m. to complete Registration and settle into your room.
We will finish on Sunday, July 5, 2026 at approximately 3pm.
If you have to leave on the final day, please book any outgoing flights to depart after 9p.m.
accommodations
Schartenhof offers simple, spacious accommdations, in a beautiful, natural setting. This location helps us in dropping into the attention needed to support the work of cultivating our cellular connection with Life!
Please note that shared accommodation only is available. You may choose the number sharing below.
Men and women are designated to different rooms as much as possible.
Food
We are thrilled to have Master Chef Kai Diersperger, passionate and qualified Natural Vegan Chef cater our Retreat. Meals are freshly prepared from local, seasonal, organic produce. Our Chef’s commitment is to the most nourishing and delicious food possible to support the process.
We will enjoy vegan and vegetarian fare with the exception of eggs. We are happy to adjust the food preparation to accommodate any allergies.
Registration & Next Steps:
Attendance is determined through an Application process to ensure an optimum experience for everyone.
Retreat Investment:
• CHF 3,240
• Payment due upon acceptance to the course
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Retreat Investment Total: CHF 3,240*
CHF 3,240
includes Accommodation, Food, Tuition & Supplies.
PAYMENTS
Payments may be made via: Paypal, or Wise Transfer App (See Application Page)
If you would like to discuss paying some portion in Cash, please be in touch!
Application Process
Step 1: Complete the Application Form
Step 2: Submit the Application Form
Step 3: Let’s have a conversation!
After reviewing your Application, we will be in touch for a brief conversation / interview to give you more information about the experience and give you a chance to ask any questions.
Step 4: You will receive a confirmation of acceptance via email within 5 days.
Step 5: Full payment is due upon acceptance.
For More Information:
Contact: Jody Mountain
Email: jody@LineageofLight.com
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