REGISTERED MASSAGE THERAPISTS
Becky Uptgrove RMT, Reiki Master
Becky Uptgrove (Owner/Operator) has been a massage therapist for 17 years, graduating from Canadian Therapeutic College in Burlington ON in 2005. Offering deep, therapeutic massage, Becky has worked both for herself and in chiropractic and spa settings. She started her career in Guelph ON, where she worked at Norfolk Healing Arts Centre for 10 years. This is where she was first introduced to and fell in love with reiki. She has taken Level 1, 2, 3 and master, becoming a Reiki Master in 2011. Becky fell in love with energy work and now offers treatments, such as Reiki/Massage combo and facilitating a yoga/reiki class. Both help bring clients to a deeper level of relaxation and peace for their self care and wellness needs. More recently, Becky has worked in Brantford and area as a Massage Therapist and Reiki Master for 7 years at various locations. She and her sister and business partner, Trish Leblanc, have always talked about opening a Wellness Centre for their local community, that would combine both their professional modalities of Massage Therapy and Yoga. They feel that by offering yoga classes as well as therapeutic treatments to the Brantford community, Sacred Spaces will be a safe and positive center for ANYBODY looking to nourish their mind, body and soul. We are so blessed to be able to open 'our dream' and bring the community together.
Laryn Hussey, RMT
I grew up in a small town and that meant when you were old enough, everyone worked in Agriculture. I have picked everything from corn to strawberries to rocks. I spent my high school years working in tobacco; many valuable lessons were learned during those cold fall mornings. I attended Guelph University and studied Psychology and then decided to join the automotive world. I worked at Toyota Motor Manufacturing in Cambridge and Woodstock building doors for ten years with the last five years spent as a Team Member Relations Specialist.
When I had my daughter, I thought it was time to leave the corporate world and do something that fulfilled my passion of helping people. I went back to school to become a Registered Massage Therapist. I enjoy working with people of all ages, but especially children as well as pre and post natal.
My hobbies include traveling, reading and spending time with my dog and daughter outside in the sunshine.
Shannon O Connell, RMT
Shannon completed her Massage Therapy studies at Westervelt College in Kitchener, Ontario where she graduated with honours. She is registered with the College of Massage Therapists of Ontario (CMTO).
As a Massage Therapist, she aims to provide a therapeutic treatment while allowing the nervous system to gain the benefits of relaxation. Shannon's treatment style includes using various techniques such as General Swedish Massage, trigger point therapy, stretching, GTO and fascial techniques.
Before becoming an RMT, Shannon worked as a Child and Youth worker for several years. Through continuing education, Shannon is trained in Infant and Children Massage.
Shannon is also an experienced distance runner and is familiar with related injuries. She enjoys using yoga for recovery and mainteance.
Melissa Hens RMT
Melissa is a warm and compassionate RMT who loves to help people feel their best through a blend of techniques such as Swedish massage, Hydrotherapy, Myofascial techniques, Trigger point therapy and joint mobilizations. She collaborates with clients to create a safe and effective treatment plan to meet their lifestyle and specific needs. Melissa graduated with honours from Anderson College of Health, Business and Technology in Brantford, ON, and is Registered with the College of Massage Therapists of Ontario (CMT))>
Leila Hewitt RMT
Leila is a Registered Massage Therapist in Ontario serving the Braantford, Hamilton and Burlington areas. She graduated with honours from the Massage Therapy program and also has a business diploma from Mohawk College.
After working in the leasing industry for many years, the opportunity for change was presented. I took that opportunity to become a Massage Therapist. It was the best decision and I now love what I do. If you are feeling the effects of stress, anxiety or depression, I can help you find some relief.
SACRED SPACES YOGA INSTRUCTORS
Trish LeBlanc, Certified Yoga & Meditation Instructor
Trish LeBlanc (Owner/Operator) is a Certified Yoga and Meditation Instructor bringing 8 years experience as a Yoga Instructor and over 15 years experience in management.
Trish's passion for making Yoga accessible for ANY BODY has always made her aware that we are more than our body. Each of us has limitations, but we are not defined by these limitations. She believes everyone, no matter their ability, should have the opportunity to move with assistance, compassion and kindness. Trish prides herself in offering a safe studio space that welcomes ALL-Levels, ALL-Abilities and encourages healing, self care, growth, connection and community.
Trish looks forward to holding space for everyone at Sacred Spaces!
Monday: Private 1:1 Class Available 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Tuesday: Strike a Pose 9:30 - 10:30 AM
Yin & Tonic (Yoga and Massage) 7:00 - 8:00 PM
Wednesday : Peace-Poses-Presence
Sheryl Puckering
Sheryl Puckering, is the founder and owner of Bhava Tree. Sheryl's passion for empowering children spans decades. She holds an Honours Bachelor of Applied Science in Child Studies and a Bachelor of Education. Sheryl has taught grades K-6, special education and currently spends time in our local schools facilitating Bhava Tree's Yoga and Mindful Movement curriculum to students from Preschool - Highschool with the goal of helping to ensure children's success in school and life.
Sheryl is a graduate of the Deva Tree School of Yoga with certifications in Heart Rise Yoga for Children and Mama Nurture training programs and holds certification with Mindfulness in our Schools. Sheryl strive to provide tools and programs to help children live happy, healthy, balanced and joy-filled lives.
Sheryl teaches Kids Yoga Program from Bhava Tree Yoga, Mondays 4:30-5:30 PM
Rose Huysentruyt-Closs
Rose teaches YOGALATES on Thursday evenings 7:00-8:00PM
Yoga is Rose's passion. She has been teaching fitness and yoga for almost 20 years. She likes learning about the body and looking for new ways to move it. The mind/body connection is important in all her classes.
Join Rose Thursday's at 7PM at Sacred Spaces!
Kim Lysenko
Yoga Instructor, Mother, outgoing optimist, friend, amateur aspiring chef, bookworm. " Yoga takes us to the present moment, the only place where life exists." As a yoga instructor, I strive to help beginner yogis feel comfortable in their practice, learn essential postures and ensure a safe practice for everyone.
PERSONAL MISSION STATEMENT: To create, inspire and manifest peace and relaxation through breath, movement and mindfulness. To awaken, strengthen and find joy in our bodies and to appreciate what our bodies can do. Yoga to me means energy, lightness, intention and fun!
Andrea Graham
Andrea teaches CLASSICAL SIVANANDA FLOW Friday mornings 9:30-10:30 AM
Andrea 'Parvati' Graham is a graduate of the Sivananda Ashram TTC Bahamas. She has been practicing and studying yoga for over 20 years and is very passionate about the Science of Yoga and sharing all of it's incredible benefits with others. She adores teaching and is well versed in various styles and branches of yoga. Andrea will accommodate all levels by providing various options in all of her classes so that everyone is always welcome and comfortable.
Andrea's main objectives are for everyone to be able to attain a Healthy Body, Mind, and Soul. To feel good and be happy.
Felicia Deonarain
Felicia is a recent graduate of a 200 hour Yoga Teacher Training program. While she has done yoga on and off all her life, she has been most consistently training over the past year. She enjoys hatha, yin, restorative and flow yoga classes and plans to deepen her practice by furthering her yoga studies in the near future.
Prior to her yoga journey, Felicia worked in the ESL/ELL industry for 13 years predominantly as an English instructor. She hold a Master of Education for Change in Social Justice. She is passionate about lifelong learning, mental health issues and overall well-being. She is empathetic, encouraging and seeks meaningful connection with others. Her main goal is to foster a sense of community, inclusion, inspiration and purpose wherever she goes.
Michelle Jamieson
Michelle has been planning and facilitating recreational and educational classes that promote physical, emotional and mental health for alomst ten years. With a background in health and aging, Michelle uses her creativity and leadership skills to create inclusive classes and event that honour and celebrate the ageless spirit.
Michelle believes yoga is any action that involves awareness of the connection between mind, body and soul.
Mia Rose - The Tarot Mom
Mia, also known as The Tarot Mom, is highly gifted tarot reader, psychic medium and intuitive energy healer. With over a decade of experience in Tarot Reading and a lifetime of connection with Spirit World, she has honed her expertise in fertility support, Spirit baby mediumship and inner child healing.
Mia is a proud Mama to three beautiful girls and is deeply committed to supporting others on their personal healing journeys.