Kokolulu Farm and Cancer Retreats Inc 55-3476 Akoni Pule Highway, Hawi, HI 96719

"Kokolulu Farms and Qi Gong retreat center is a place of rejuvenation and healing for the body, mind, emotions, and spirit. Set in the tropical paradise of the big island of Hawaii, the lush and landscaped grounds are a refuge from the stresses of the daily world. It is not a manicured, artificial, five star hotel environment, but a working organic farm with an eclectic Taoist inspired temple and several buildings for guests, residents and farm interns. I stayed at the main house in a beautiful room with a very comfortable king size bed, with a view of the ocean. The directors, Lew and Karin are down to earth, caring professionals with a great deal of knowledge and experience with Qi Gong, counseling, health, and nutrition. They have studied and practiced for over 30 years, journeyed many times to China and have worked closely with Qi Gong masters. The list of people who have had successful stays at Kokolulu is substantial. Many of the people I met in the local quaint town of Hawi know and respect Lew and Karin, many of them have referred family and friends to the program. The individualized attention is one of the unique aspects of the program. I was literally the only guest there. Karin sculpted my nutrition plan specifically to address my personal nutritional needs. She was also flexible to input from me regarding my dietary requests. The two week plan included two nutrition seminars including one 'hands on' session on making your own naturally fermented sauerkraut. I learned how to harvest and open coconuts right from the property. Tasty, fresh organic fruits and veg hand picked from the farm were included in the 3 meals per day. We also sampled food from local farmers markets and fresh caught fish. In addition, we ate out at a local natural food restaurant and at an upscale beach club. All the food, transportation, Qi Gong, nutritional education were included in the pay one price plan. Lew's Qi gong sessions were personal and individual, often 2x per day. The form is easy to learn and can be done by anyone, aspects of it can be done while sitting or lying down. We also met in a small group including the farm interns, and he brought in people practicing around the world through zoom sessions. I have been included in these sessions at no charge since leaving the facility and was invited to participate at no charge prior to attending. Lew also left room for me to practice the Tai Chi and Qi Gong styles that I already knew. For those people who are open to it, there is a spiritual aspect to the program as well. We visited native Hawaiian healing sites, explored the Taoist roots of Qi Gong, visited a local Buddhist temple, and met with a Hawaiian Kahuna. They even have a working model of the Chartres labyrinth on the front lawn. We took field trips to the volcano on the Hilo side, to the beach and other environments where we did Qi Gong in settings of the different elements(fire, water, wood, earth, air). I can say is that I genuinely had fun and have learned a great deal in a short time. I can verify that my Qi is open and abundant and flowing in a manner I have not felt in years. I feel my heart and spirit have been nourished, and I am deeply and profoundly relaxed, my meditations have deepened, I feel happy and I look forward to using my rejuvenated and abundant Qi to better help my patients. At Kokolulu, after a while , you really feel like you are not only a guest, but are becoming part of the family. Aloha"

"Kokolulu Farms and Cancer retreat was just what my wife and I needed after 4+ years of dealing with a devastating stage 4 colorectal cancer diagnosis in our 30s. We have been fortunate enough to find a better place with my prognosis after a second opinion changed everything for the better, but beyond the physical damage cancer can cause, it almost always comes with mental and emotional damage as well, which can be just as bad if not worse. We've learned quite a bit along our path to healing and getting here to visit Kokolulu, and both Karin and Lew were able to show us even more tools to help us achieve more peace, less anxiety, and to think about how food can help us in our sustained healing journey. Qigong has been a wonderful practice that we plan on continuing and growing with. The areas of the island we went to were amazing and both know so much about the history of the island and the importance of the culture. We cannot say enough good things about Kokolulu and the experiences and friendships we have made with both Karin and Lew as our guides. They genuinely care and understand what people are going through and have the experience which is needed to help others further their own healing journey's, whatever that may be. Amazing human beings :) We did a 10 day option because we have young kids, but we look forward to going back someday to visit again and again to share our personal growth and further our understanding of what our personal healing journey's can do to help enrich ourselves and others going through a disease like cancer. We are forever grateful for this experience and absolutely fell in love with the place. Mahalo to you both for helping us understand the deeper meaning and spirit of Aloha and pointing us towards finding our own Kuleana in life."

"I was an intern at Kokolulu Farm & Wellness Retreats from March through August 2021. 6 months down and I could not recommend this experience more! If you are looking to heal, grow, learn and/or work your butt off, this is your place! At Kokolulu Farm, interns primarily help manage the land (7 acres) on Lew & Karin’s incredibly beautiful property in the cute & quaint hawaiian town, Hawi. Their farm works in conjunction with their retreat programs, so alongside the physical labor of maintaining land, Lew & Karin generously shared knowledge and materials of health and wellness weaved into your intern program. Knowledge sharing ranges from Natural Korean Farming techniques, Qi Gong practices, Reiki and more. I spent my days practicing Qi Gong (daily), learning about farming, maintaining the land, & soaking up the sun all in one of the most beautiful places on earth. You have so much time and space to not only learn about healthy food practices but to put them in action right there, right then. #GetYourGutRight! Being at Kokolulu has taught me countless & priceless lessons I will cherish for my entire life. I wholeheartedly recommend this experience to anyone who’s willing to take leap to change your life for the better!"

"After being diagnosed with cancer for the third time I decided to go to Kokolulu Cancer Retreat Karin and Lew are dedicated to helping people heal through proper nutrition and teaching people Qi Gong I practice just about every day and it has helped me so much Not just physically but also mentally and spiritually I will continue practicing for the rest of my life Kokolulu will always have a special place in my Heart. Thank you, Karin and lew for helping me stay here on this most beautiful planet I’d just like to add a bit more. It’s been a little over 6 years and 4 months and 8 days (but who’s counting) Since I’ve been a Cancer Thriver! I’ve stayed connected to Kokolulu the whole time. I will always hold an extremely special place in my heart for both Karin And Lew and Kokolulu. I honestly know that without the guidance I received, my life would not be near as wonderful as it is today. It put me on a totally new trajectory, life’s good If anyone if you out there wants to turn your life around. Check Kokolulu out. It won’t disappoint!!"

"My internship at Kokolulu was a life-changing experience. Lew & Karin welcomed me onto their farm and treated me like family. I met six other interns over the course of my stay, and I have never immediately clicked with people in the way that I did here. There is something magical about this place. If you have problems in your life, you'll be forced to address them here, but you'll have the right support team to help get you through it. You will learn how to communicate with your body, mind, and heart through qi gong. You will live in the present moment and watch beautiful sunrises and sunsets. Your body will grow stronger from the hard work and fresh fruit and vegetables. The lack of light pollution will give you the best sleep you've had in years, and you'll become sensitive to the moon cycle. You will heal. I recommend Kokolulu whole-heartedly to the person who is committed to building a life filled with love, health, hard work, and good nature."