Massage Therapy

Zack is a recreational athlete in a variety of sports, with a previous background as a Kinesiologist. Hailing all the way from Newfoundland, while most recently living in Halifax, Nova Scotia, Zack brings a fresh sense of education along with him, graduating from a massage therapy diploma program at the Canadian College of Massage & Hydrotherapy.

Zack emphasizes the importance of specific strengthening exercises during the rehabilitation process and understands functional bodily movements. Using his elaborate education in human anatomy, Zack looks at the body as a whole in order to understand the correct cause behind every presented symptom. In a treatment with Zack, there will be a direct focus on targeting the correct muscles, followed by strengthening exercises to support it. 

Areas of Passion:

Ergonomics/Postural Dysfunction: Utilizing his background as a Kinesiologist Zack likes to ensure the body is capable of moving properly and efficiently. Postural dysfunctions are apart of everyone’s daily lives. Zack will aim to address any misalignment in regards to posture to ensure the body can move functionally.

Pelvis/Hip Dysfunctions: Our bodies weight and all of our movements run through the pelvis/hip area. Zack believes that in order for the body to move efficiently, the hub of all bodily movements must be addressed. Understanding the correlation between the pelvis/hip region along with other parts of the body.

Active/Movement Based and Deep Tissue Massage: Zack stresses the importance of either keeping or getting the body moving. Whether that be on the table in treatment or afterwards regarding proper, yet simple home-care exercises. Utilizing his strength, Zack takes a deeper approach to soft tissue work.

Soccer Athletes: As a long time soccer player and coach, Zack has the ability to relate to soccer injuries in the lower body. Understanding how the game is played while really enjoying the sport, Zack feels is prepared for all the soccer athletes out there.

Treatment Style:

• Active/dynamic based techniques
• Deeper massage techniques 
• Emphasizes the importance of exercise rehab

Lauren is an active individual who hails from Vancouver and has worked as a program’s coordinator and in customer service; she loves people and planning. She made the switch to study massage therapy after moving to Calgary, graduating from the MRU Massage Therapy Diploma program and finally heeding her mum’s lifelong suggestion that she would make a great massage therapist.

Lauren has a superior treatment style for athletes, fitness nuts, weekend warriors and movers of all types because she draws on personal athletic experience insight to address treatment areas. Lauren believes massage can help promote increased mobility and restore function. 

Areas of Passion:

Postural Alignment: Lauren believes in treating the body as an entire system that works together. By treating postural misalignment conditions such as upper and lower crossed syndrome this will result in enhancement of posture and promote better function of the whole system.

Sports Rehabilitation: As an avid hockey player and marathon runner, the benefits of massage therapy to assist in recuperation and aide in rehabilitation after injury are immeasurable. Lauren is passionate about treating to promote restoration and recovery of previous or current injuries, and further stimulate increased function for the moving body. 

Core and Lower Limbs: The core muscles, thighs, legs and feet are the body’s biggest components in maintaining proper posture and alignment. It is their literal job to support you! By establishing regular massage therapy treatment sessions, focusing on these structures, results are extremely beneficial and treatment outcomes include improved alignment and increased function. 

Treatment Style:

• Deep compression and traction techniques
• Active massage to restore and promote increased function

Alberta born, Ontario raised, Jocelyn has come back as a RMT to welcome all clientele from novice movers to advanced athletes; educating clients to live a healthy, balanced life is her passion.

Jocelyn focuses on providing therapeutic maintenance, prevention and rehabilitation to her clients. She has a holistic comprehension of the human body and believes massage therapy plays a large role in strengthening the relationship between the mind-body connection. 

Areas of Passion:

Stretch To Flex: Do you commonly say the words “I need to stretch more”? Jocelyn incorporates passive and active stretching techniques into her treatments. If your body craves more Jocelyn has become certified as a Performance Stretch Therapist, which is a floor-based assisted stretching program designed to increase mobility, flexibility and performance. Some clients have described this unconventional treatment as “lazy-man's yoga.”

Hip and Shoulder Complex: Jocelyn has struggled with hip and shoulder mobility in the past and understands the impact that can have on your life. Through her own trial and error she has learned a series of approaches to help provide relief and increase range of motion. Whether it is frozen shoulder, hip clicking or general dysfunction, Jocelyn is here to help! 

Upper/Lower Cross Syndrome: Are you a desk jockey? Lots of workplaces force people into a seated posture staring at a computer for extended periods of time. This can cause neck and upper back pain or hip stiffness and low back discomfort. Jocelyn uses a combination of techniques to help release and strengthen appropriate muscles to make your workday pain-free. 

Treatment Style:

• Deep compression and vibratory techniques 
• Active and passive manipulation 
• Emphasizes breathing cues for therapeutic restoration 

Patrick has always been passionate about living an active lifestyle. Born and raised in Calgary, Patrick has always been drawn to the nearby rocky mountains. His combined love for the mountains and extreme sports has led Patrick down a path of education on injury management and prevention. 

Patrick uses his knowledge of the musculoskeletal system and the nervous system to help all types of people, from athletes to desk workers. No matter what your issues are, Patrick is here to provide you with the highest standard of long-term care.  

Areas of Passion:

Proprioception: The awareness of position and movement of the body. Patrick understands the importance of the body's ability to sense where it is and where it is going in order to prevent injuries and for long term recovery.  

Muscle Imbalance: Patrick has a deep understanding of how muscle imbalances can negatively impact the body over a long period of time. Using a variety of stretching techniques along with deep tissue massage, Patrick aims to provide extended relief by restoring balance to the body.  

Sports-Related Injuries: As an avid climber and snowboarder, Patrick understands the aches and pains that come with any type of physical activity. From overuse injuries to acute strains and sprains, and everything in between, Patrick has the life experience and education needed to provide an effective treatment plan. 

Treatment Style:

• Dynamic myofascial cupping 
• Active/passive soft tissue release  
• Deep myofascial release   
• Trigger point therapy 

Sarah is an active individual who has always had a passion for sports and the science of movement. She completed her Bachelor of Health & Physical Education (BHPE) from Mount Royal University. After spending a year working as a fitness consultant and Personal Trainer, Sarah decided it was time to go back to school and complete the 2200 hour Massage Therapy program at Mount Royal University. Her Personal Training background has given her a great perspective on how to best treat clients in order to get them doing the things they love again!  

Areas of Passion: 

Neck Treatment: The neck can be a very vulnerable structure and often goes through a lot during a sports injury or motor vehicle accident. By working through range of motion exercises, stretching, and soft tissue work there is often great progress made with these types of injuries  

Headaches: Let's get to the bottom of why your headache is occurring, and what we can do to prevent more of them in the future!  

Activity For All: Whether you're a competitive downhill skier, or just want to be able to play in the park with your grandkids, Sarah wants to be able to help clients gain both the ability and confidence to do the things they love to do!  

Treatment Style:

• Myofascial release 
• Therapeutic deep tissue 
• Trigger point therapy 

Ani has been practicing massage therapy since 2019. Originally trained in Ontario, Ani has moved her practice back to her hometown of Calgary. She brings with her a wealth of knowledge of various musculoskeletal conditions, including but not limited to chronic headaches, back pain, TMJ dysfunction, sprains and strains, chronic inflammation, pregnancy, tendinitis, and fibromyalgia.   

Ani has experience working with acquired brain injuries and post-surgery care at Toronto Rehab Hospital, where she truly fell in love with the practice of massage therapy. She believes firmly in the value of massage for pain management, postural alignment, injury rehabilitation, mental health, and overall wellness. You can expect a safe, caring, and individualized treatment from Ani. She welcomes clients of all ages and demographics. 

Areas of Passion:

Chronic headaches/neck pain: Our neck muscles are so numerous, tiny, and irritable! Ani uses her palpation skills and anatomical knowledge to release headache-causing muscles of the shoulders, neck, and jaw. 

Nerve impingements: Oftentimes numbness, tingling and weakness in the digits is caused by tight muscles compressing nerves along their pathways. Ani finds and releases these muscles so the neurological signals can reach their proper destination and keep you functioning properly! 

Acute injury rehabilitation: Ani uses a combination of drainage, proprioceptive, and pain-relieving techniques to facilitate healing from acute injuries such as sprains, strains, fractures, contusions, and more. There's so much that can be done in the early stages of injury! 

Treatment Techniques:

• Deep tissue 
• Dynamic/movement based 
• Soothing & targeted

*CURRENTLY ON MATERNITY LEAVE*

Gillian has a background in emergency medicine and made the change to massage therapy to help people pursue wellness before they are in a crisis. Having undergone two reconstructive knee surgeries herself, Gillian understands the importance of having a strong team supporting recovery and would love to be part of your journey. All of Gillian’s sense of humour can be traced back to the movies she watches.

Areas of Passion:

Women’s Health: Helping women deal with the added fatigue, stress, and physical changes associated with pregnancy and postpartum is a priority for Gillian. Her techniques support physical health as the body experiences momentous changes, as well as provide relaxation and stress relief. 

Headaches: Headaches go part and parcel with living in Calgary. But did you know, your headache is likely associated with neck and shoulder tension. Gillian's thorough approach to treating these areas can help to alleviate tension headaches, and address postural concerns.

Shoulder Injuries: The shoulder has the most range of motion of any joint in the body which also means it has the least stability leading to common shoulder injuries. Gillian uses her anatomical knowledge of the shoulder complex to treat the affected structures. 

Treatment Style:

• Slow gliding and compression techniques 
• Soothing approach to a therapeutic result

*CURRENTLY ON MATERNITY LEAVE*

Vera was born and raised in Calgary. She’s been practicing as a therapist since 2003 with training from Mount Royal College and finishing her certification at Calgary College of Holistic Health. Her training was originally inspired by receiving treatments herself due to her personal injuries. Massage therapy was a big contribution to her healing progression. 

Her practice then evolved when she was inspired by how beautifully the human body was created to heal. She believes that we are created to move (and grow) in every area of our being: mind, body and spirit. If any of these areas are neglected, the body becomes stagnant to heal. 

Fitness, yoga and nutrition are an integral part of cultivating her growth. Outside of her massage practice, you will find her staying active (preferably outside). She is married to the love of her life and they have a 2.5 year old. She loves to surround herself with like minded people on a similar journey of reaching their optimal potential. 

Areas of Passion:

Women’s Health: from puberty to pre- and post- natal to menopause and beyond, as our body change and heal, Vera loves to educate her clients in the area of self care so we can be our best in whatever role we play in our world.  

Athletes, Deep Tissue and Therapeutic Massage: Vera loves to work with those who have a 'do what it takes' mindset when it comes to recovery and performing at their best. She is in her element when she can remind and encourage athletes what their 'why' is.

Pelvis and Lower Back: the base of the spine is the foundation of your structure. No matter what your condition is, she will address your hips and lower back to set your posture right. 

Treatment Style:

• Deep and broad pressure
• Myofascial cupping, which is included in most of her treatments