Alisha Hoover, Certified Spa Practitioner

Alisha is a Certified Spa Practitioner, and is also certified in Shiatsu and Thai Massage. She moved to Vancouver to pursue a career in wellness. She is passionate about helping people achieve wellness through massage in their daily lives.

A graduate from the Spa Therapy program at Vancouver School of Bodywork and Massage, Alisha has a strong foundation in anatomy and is trained a wide range of modalities including Deep Flow Massage, Deep Tissue, Hot Stone, Aromatherapy, Hydrotherapy and Reflexology. Her training has enabled her to create unique Deep Flow treatments to help restore your sense of energy and well-being. Whether you want to relax, feel relief or feel re-balanced, Alisha can help you meet your individual wellness goals on a physical, emotional or energetic level.

Having lived in Asia for 4 years, Alisha developed a passion and interest in international modalities. While in Thailand, she became certified in Thai massage. Thai Massage, originally called Nuad Bo-Rarn is an energizing form of bodywork in which yoga based stretches are used to manipulate your muscles, increasing flexibility and circulation as well as releasing muscle tension. Thai massage is often referred to as “yoga for lazy people”.

Alisha is also a Certified Shiatsu Practitioner. Shiatsu is an acupressure massage technique that was developed in Japan. Energy paths or meridians are stimulated with finger, palm, elbow, knee and foot pressure, reducing stress and bringing rebalance to your body and mind. Shiatsu is great for relaxation, relieving back, neck and shoulder tension, improving muscle and joint function and for general wellbeing. Both Shiatsu and Thai massage are performed on the floor with clothes on, so come dressed in comfortable clothing for best results!

Alisha understands that each persons needs are individual and unique, being proficient in a wide range of modalities, she can find the treatment that is just right for you. She is thrilled to become a part of the team at Elements Wellness Centre and looks forward to helping you achieve your wellness goals!