Meet Our Team
Mālama Pono Massage Therapists
Skilled, intuitive, and rooted in Aloha—our therapists bring personalized care to every session.
Mihai
Male 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.
Lee
Female 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.
Lindsay
Female Massage Therapist
MAT-16734
Lindsay is passionate about helping people live free of pain. She prioritizes working every part of the body equally and thoroughly, with an understanding that pain in one area of the body often stems from issues in other areas.
Drawing from a wide range of techniques—including Lomi Lomi, Swedish, Deep Tissue, Lymphatic Drainage, Myofascial Release, Cupping, and stretching—Lindsay intuitively tailors each session to meet her clients’ individual needs and goals.
Originally from a small town in Montana, Lindsay moved to the Big Island 10 years ago. She graduated with a Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Science from UH Hilo in 2019 and later graduated from Aloha Massage Academy, becoming a licensed massage therapist in 2021.
Tavish
Female Massage Therapist
MAT-18229
Tavish grew up in Sedona, Arizona and is a second generation massage therapist. Her family owned and operated massage spa became a place of inspiration to learn the details of creating a nourishing environment, acquire techniques in pain management and gain overall knowledge in anatomy.
She moved to Kona five years ago and completed her training in massage therapy at Aloha Massage Academy. Her technique is intuitive, rhythmic, and personalized to each client's needs. Tavish has received additional training in traditional Lomi Lomi, lymphatic drainage, cranial sacral, deep tissue, and fascia release. She is also a Birth doula and holds a deep focus, understanding and passion for pregnancy and postpartum massage.
Kayla Mei
Female Massage Therapist
MAT-18021
Kayla Mei s a licensed massage therapist born and raised in Kona, Hawai‘i. Her interest in health and wellness began in high school through her personal fitness journey, which ultimately guided her toward a career focused on the care and understanding of the body.
She graduated from Aloha Massage Academy , receiving comprehensive training in a variety of therapeutic modalities. Kayla’s practice is rooted in an intuitive approach that incorporates traditional Lomi Lomi techniques, along with relaxation and deep tissue therapies. She is committed to providing a professional, therapeutic, and restorative experience tailored to each client’s individual needs.