ESSENCE OF ALOHA
Melbourne, Australia
26–29 November 2027
A gathering with Kumu Nui Lawrence Kalāina Kamani Aki
and invited Kumu
exploring ʻohana, pilina, and the
relationships through which Aloha is lived.
THE RETURN
After many years, Kumu Nui Lawrence Kalāina Kamani Aki returns to Australia to share the teachings that have guided generations of practitioners, families, and communities.
This gathering brings together Kumu, practitioners, students, and community members for a weekend dedicated to exploring the deeper meaning of Aloha and its place in the modern world.
Why Essence of Aloha?
Modern life has created unprecedented connection.
Yet many people feel disconnected from family, community, belonging, and identity.
Across cultures and countries, relationships that once carried wisdom, responsibility, and continuity are weakening.
Essence of Aloha explores the role of ʻohana, pilina, and community in sustaining a way of life.
ʻOhana
Family, belonging, continuity.
Pilina
Connection and relationship.
Aloha
A way of thinking • living • being.
Pa'a
Embodied Wisdom
MEET THE KUMU
Kumu Nui Lawrence Kalāina Kamani Aki
Bio.
Photo.
Lineage.
Experience.
Individual photo blocks.
Kumu Pa'a Kawika Foster
Short bio.
Teaching topic.
Individual photo blocks.
Kumu Pa'a Kyrian Van Vliet
Short bio.
Teaching topic.
Individual photo blocks.
Kumu Pa'a Kathryn Roberts
Short bio.
Teaching topic.
Individual photo blocks.
Kumu Pa'a Jay Seal
Short bio.
Teaching topic.
Individual photo blocks.
Kumu Pa'a Julia Adams
Short bio.
Teaching topic.
Individual photo blocks.
Kumu Pa'a Christine Dietricht
Short bio.
Teaching topic.
THE WEEKEND EXPERIENCE
Friday
Welina • Opening Gathering
Saturday
Teachings • Presentations • Discussion
Sunday
Teachings • Integration • Community Conversation
Monday Evening
Lūʻau • Hula • Music • Celebration
WHAT WILL BE EXPLORED
• Essence of Aloha
• ʻOhana Then and Now
• Pilina in the Modern World
• Ancestors, Family, and Continuity
• The Transmission of Knowledge
• The Role of Community
• Hawaiian Perspectives on Belonging
• Living Aloha Today
• The Aloha of Ho'oponopono
• The Aloha of Lomilomi
FULL PROGRAM
Only after people understand the story.
Then provide:
Friday Schedule
Saturday Schedule
Sunday Schedule
Monday Lūʻau Schedule
WHO THIS GATHERING IS FOR
• Practitioners
• Previous participants
• Families
• Community leaders
• Cultural learners
• Those seeking deeper understanding of Hawaiian teachings
THE LŪʻAU
An Evening of ʻOhana
Food • Music • Hula • Story
Conversation • Celebration • A gathering.
Not a performance.
EVENT DETAILS
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Essence of Aloha
A weekend dedicated to
ʻohana, pilina, belonging, and the relationships
through which Aloha is lived.
26–29 November 2027
Melbourne, Australia
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