A graduate of the Algonquin College Massage Therapy Intensive program, Devin brings more than 25 years of experience in the field of health and wellness to the table. He is a certified yoga teacher and level 2 MovNat natural movement fitness instructor, being fascinated by all things relating to movement and self-development. Most recently he has been leading movement classes online for seniors while completing his qualifications in Neuro-anatomical acupuncture. As well as therapeutic table massage, Devin has extensive training in Thai Massage having apprenticed as a teacher under the late Kam Thye Chow, a recognized expert in the art.
Devin believes in delivering the best treatment to every person in away that is accessible and inclusive. He believes that everyone can and should take charge of their own healing process and his sessions include education and corrective exercise to put you in control of that process. He believes in the connection of mind and body as significant in managing injury and pain, and will always receive you with openness and a sense of humor.
Credentials: Registered Massage Therapist (RMT) Honours
Learning Institutions: Lotus Palm School, Algonquin College
Experienced Provider of: Massage Therapy, Therapeutic Thai Massage
Experiences: In 1995, Devin dove into meditation and Asian martial arts as a complement to his schoolwork in Theatre. In 2002, he studied traditional Thai massage methods and later opened the Ottawa School of Thai Massage. In 2012, he became a yoga teacher with special certification in Yin yoga through the Nosara Institute.
Interests: Martial arts, strength training and parkour are just some of his regular activities and he can often be found out in local parks and green spaces facilitating outdoor movement sessions, vaulting, jumping and climbing trees.
Additional Certifications: Registered Yoga Instructor (RYT), Level 2 MovNat