Owner/operator of Muscle Elements, Marni has has been a Registered Massage Therapist for over 19 years.

After graduating from the Foothills College of Massage Therapy in Calgary, Alberta, she obtained employment with a prestigious spa located on the West Coast of Vancouver Island. After a few years of valuable experience working with talented therapists and challenged by seeing new clients daily, she headed back to Edmonton. Her passion lies in craniosacral therapy (CST), having trained with the Upledger Institute in several courses.

After the death of her mother, she was determined to create a healing sanctuary, where mind and body were able to find a path towards healing. With this intention, she opened Muscle Elements 14 years ago.

Dr. Jun Wang is a registered acupuncturist and has worked in Alberta, Ontario and The People’s Republic of China. She now has 28 years of clinical experience in Acupuncture and Traditional Chinese Medicine. She graduated from The Tianjin University of Traditional Chinese Medicine in 1994 with a major in Acupuncture and Traditional Chinese Medicine. She then worked at the Tianjin Traditional Chinese Medicine Hospital as a Registered Resident for six years. She was promoted to a Registered Attending Doctor in 2001, and spent several years supervising resident doctors and medical students at the hospital.
Dr. Wang has a passion for helping people recover from injuries and disorders that may not have responded well to other forms of treatment. She is an expert at treating several conditions including vertigo, dizziness, headaches, migraines, motor vehicle accident (MVA) injuries, tendonitis, bursitis, knee problems, shoulder pain, neck pain, back pain, heel pain, acute and chronic pain, arthritis, Bell’s Palsy, insomnia, digestive issues, and many other conditions.
She has also published research articles on the therapeutic effects of acupuncture for disorders such as insomnia and depression, as well as a book answering questions about disorders related to the dysfunction of the autonomic nervous system.

In a world that is constantly moving and with us pushing ourselves to achieve more, to do more and to be more… Ciara believes a gentler approach with ourselves and our bodies will achieve greater wellbeing.

Ciara’s life path led her to become an Acupuncturist to help facilitate a deeper level of healing in the body that works on all levels (physical, emotional and mental.) After working in the health and fitness industry as a Personal Fitness Trainer for over two decades she saw a pattern of road blocks that many clients would face. It was clear to her that her new calling was to help facilitate a deeper self healing process that would help others thrive and live more vibrant and full lives.

Having working closely with clients bodies for years it became undeniable how powerful the energy of the body is and led Ciara to become a certified Reiki Practitioner and Crystal Healer prior to her coming an Acupuncturist.

Ciara has a passion for Cosmetic Acupuncture and Facial Rejuvenation Acupuncture and completed further extensive training under leading educators in this field.

Ciara has a gentle and compassionate approach as a practitioner. Her main goal is to create an environment where all her clients feel comfortable and have an understanding of what is occurring within their body and why.

Erika has a Bachelor of Science in nursing and is a graduate from MaKami College of Massage Therapy with over 2200 hours of massage experience, as well as graduated from the Manual Osteopathic Therapy program in Edmonton. Erika specializes in deep-tissue massage therapy and relaxation massage therapy, as well as traditional manual osteopathic evaluations.

Erika finds both manual osteopathy and massage therapy to be a rewarding profession as she is able to use her knowledge about health to help people feel better through holistic methods. Erika is able to incorporate her nursing background within the foundation of her massage therapy and manual osteopathy, allowing her to have a unique perspective when treating clients. In addition, Erika is passionate about continual improvement and growth, always seeking new ways to improve her skills as a therapist.

“Massage therapy has always been a mode of healing for me. Each time I get a massage, whether it’s after an exam, work, or just to feel relaxed, I always feel the benefits of the massage mentally, physically, and spiritually. These experiences made me passionate about massage therapy and how it can help to improve our body, mind, and soul.” – Erika Quiroga

Erika enjoys reading books related to health and massage therapy. Erika also enjoys cooking, camping, and travelling.

Jennifer has been a Massage Therapist since 2002 and previously practiced as a Manual Osteopath. While she has retired from osteopathy after a decade of practice, her knowledge and expertise in these areas remain strong and continue to inform her approach to care.

Her ultimate focus is pain management and restoring mobility, ensuring her clients can live pain-free lives to their fullest potential. Jennifer is also fluent in French, allowing her to serve a broader range of clients.

Skilled and Knowledgeable

Drawing on decades of hands-on experience, Jennifer specializes in myofascial soft tissue release, offering treatments that feel like a deeply therapeutic massage. Her techniques promote proper alignment and release old tissue patterns, creating lasting relief.

Her hands are strong enough to reach deep muscle layers while maintaining a soothing and gentle touch for sensitive areas. Jennifer’s intuitive approach allows her to go beyond textbook techniques, using her deep expertise to identify and address the root causes of pain.

Outside the Practice

In her free time, Jennifer cherishes quality moments with her child. They recharge in nature, enjoying activities like hiking, camping and fishing. Church is an integral part of their lives. The mountains are their favorite retreat for peace and energy renewal.

Care That Suits You
Jennifer is dedicated to educating her clients, ensuring they understand the care provided and how to maintain their well-being at home. During sessions, she seeks client feedback to customize her techniques for maximum effectiveness. Whether you prefer a therapeutic conversation or a quiet, relaxing massage, Jennifer tailors the experience to meet your needs.

Melissa completed the massage therapy program at Makami College and is a Registered Massage Therapist. She has also completed continuing education in deep tissue massage, fire cupping, relaxation and pre-natal massage.

Melissa loves working as a massage therapist because it provides her with an opportunity to help people and make them feel better. She’s worked in a seniors assisted-living home, providing compassionate care to our aging population. She loves working at Muscle Elements because it’s a supportive atmosphere with a great team that is passionate about helping others.

She believes in staying healthy and living an active lifestyle, as there’s no greater feeling than an energized body and sharp mind. This philosophy transcends into her work, as one of her favourite moments is in helping her clients alleviate their pain. Melissa believes that life is a gift, so it is important to enjoy every day.

“Keeping healthy and fit brought about my passion for health and wellness as it makes a person feel good and sharp. I am a naturally very caring and honest person, which helps me to provide the best care for my patients.”

Lacey is a loving, intuitive soul that has a passion for helping others reach their fullest potential. She graduated from the 3000-hour Advanced Clinical Massage Therapy program at Makami College with awarded distinction in her class. Trained in a variety of healing modalities, she strives toward creating a space for clients to embody inward focus and foster mind, body, and spirit  balance. Her philosophy is that clients know themselves better than anyone, and that they are both their own, and her, best resource when it comes to successful treatment. Her areas of expertise include myofascial release, deep tissue techniques, Swedish, and Neuromuscular therapy. In her free time, Lacey enjoys hiking, camping, yoga, creating art and spending time with friends.

Yani graduated at Makami College in Edmonton, and is energetic, motivated and passionate about helping clients to achieve their wellness goals. Her focus is deep tissue massages, which she finds to be the most effective for her clients. Yani is a very friendly and compassionate person, with experience in caring for individuals and their specific needs.
She is proficient in deep tissue, cupping, sports massage, lymphatic drainage, relaxation, and hot stone massage. When she is not massaging, Yani can be found working at her other job as a Community Disability Practitioner at Robin Hood Association in Sherwood Park, or leading youth through music with her ministry at GCCM (Filipino congregation).

Dhalia is passionate about massage therapy and how it can help you improve your life, stay healthy in your body and mind, and recover from injuries. It has been an important pillar of self-care for her and her family for years. After leaving her career in Early Childhood Development, she has recently graduated from Makami College and will also complete her Manual Osteopathic Therapy training next year.
Her focus is on helping you relieve any pain you may be experiencing, and to relax and rejuvenate while on the table during your massage.
When she is not working, Dhalia can be found reading, hiking in the mountains, travelling and spending time with her family.

Shantelle is a confident, ethical, passionate and empathetic registered massage therapist who recently graduated from Vicars School of Massage Therapy.

She strives on building a unique and individual treatment for each client she treats, using either therapeutic and/or relaxation techniques suited to their needs and goals.

Shantelle is excited to continue her education, with such courses as Thai massage, cupping, and more continuing education on fascia (connective tissue). Knowledge is key!

When she isn’t massaging, you can find her somewhere outdoors, whether it be fishing, camping or just sitting around the fire. She also loves preparing meals for her family and friends.

Nik Jadhav RMT, graduated from Makami college in the Registered Massage Therapy Program in 2024 with a 2200-hour certification. Nik takes a therapeutic approach and incorporates myofascial release, trigger point therapy, muscle mobilizations, joint play and stretching in his treatments. His main areas of focus are deep tissue, relaxation, and myofascial release. Whether you’re experiencing pain, discomfort, or simply in need of some relaxation, he works with you to create a treatment plan that promotes healing and restores balance to your body.

He believes in an active healthy lifestyle, and he keeps himself busy when not engaged in massage therapy. He spends most of his time parenting his two children, listening to music, cooking and trying to maintain his own mobility through martial art-inspired movement practice, stretching and cyclin

With well over 3000 hours of formal western-style massage training and over 17 yrs of experience, Pat’s reliable expertise in a wide range of techniques bring back proper functionality and pain free movement to his clients.

‘Inspiring the body to be its best’ is the vision for wellness that Pat brings to his work as a therapeutic and Thai massage therapist and teacher.
Certified in ancient Thai massage, sports massage, deep tissue massage, myofascial massage, trigger-point therapy, relaxation massage.

As an avid sports enthusiast, he understands the importance of keeping the body finely tuned. Therapeutic massage inspires tense muscles to recover quickly and restores optimum function. In 2011, the quest to become a Yoga Instructor led Pat to southern India where he lived and studied in an ashram, benefiting mind-body-and-soul from the guidance of many spiritual teachers. This life-changing adventure strengthened his resolve to focus his compassionate healing skills in service to others. Pat’s fascination with Eastern healing practices led him to Thailand as well, where he spent several months studying ancient Nuad Bo Rarn traditional Thai massage. He earned his Registered International Practitioner and Teacher Qualifications in March 2015 with 450 hours of advanced certification in Chiang Mai.

Pat’s welcoming personal style encourages people to feel comfortable about the many ways massage can be a beneficial choice that produces direct and inspiring results on the path to greater wellbeing.

Imagine a moment where your body feels truly at ease, where tension melts away and you can move with greater freedom. I’m Jaspreet, and I’m passionate about creating that experience for you. I believe that every body tells a story, and through skilled touch and attentive listening, we can work together to unlock your potential for comfort and well-being.

I bring a deep understanding of the body’s intricate systems and a commitment to providing personalized care. Whether you’re seeking relief from everyday stresses, recovering from an injury, or looking to enhance your athletic performance, I tailor each session to your unique needs and goals. My approach integrates techniques such as soothing Swedish massage for relaxation and targeted deep tissue work for muscle tension.

I’m dedicated to creating a warm and supportive environment where you feel heard, understood, and empowered on your journey to better health. Let’s work together to help you feel your best.

Through the hardships of multiple deaths, divorce, and life transitions over the past 10 years, Theresa has moved through her journey of grief and trauma, and now lives her life in gratitude and joy. Her deep passion for helping others with their pain and suffering led her to becoming an Advanced Grief Recovery Specialist and Self-Actualized coach and mentor (ACC). Using the Grief Recovery Method, Theresa has a huge compassionate heart, holding a safe, sacred space for others to feel open to share, where they are able to move beyond their losses, to feel more peace and joy again in their lives. In addition to her grief recovery programs, she offers powerful breakthrough 1:1 coaching sessions to help her clients gain self-awareness and clarity on what is holding them back in life. They will feel free and empowered to take action to step forward into creating the life they desire!
Theresa is also an international bestselling author, speaker, and owns Embrace Cleaning (residential and commercial services). She loves most spending time with her three children, travelling, yoga, learning, and connecting with friends and family.