Amal’s journey has taken him from Brunei to Vancouver and from studying geology to exploring the biomechanics of human movement. What began as a fascination with how structures form became a deeper interest in how people heal, adapt, and grow stronger.

This led him into the fitness world, where he spent almost a decade coaching strength training and corrective exercise. Over time, he found the greatest reward came from helping people move without pain, recover from setbacks, and build confidence in their bodies. That passion inspired him to study massage therapy at the Vancouver College of Massage Therapy.

In practice, Amal blends evidence-informed manual therapy with practical movement strategies to help clients reduce pain, improve mobility, and build long-term resilience. His treatments are collaborative, movement focused, and individualized to support clients recovering from injury, managing tension, or working to stay active and strong.

Outside the clinic, he enjoys lifting, travelling, playing pickleball, exploring Vancouver’s food scene, and working on photography and videography. He speaks Malay and English and occasionally slips into Malay when he is organizing his thoughts.

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Ryan has nearly 10 years of educational knowledge (UBC Kinesiology and WCCMT) related to health and exercise, and is in his 8th year of practice as an RMT.

He has suffered many sport and exercise related injuries, and understands the challenges of rehabilitation. Now having addressed most of his chronic pain through sustainable, consistent exercise and health-seeking habits, he takes a proactive approach to health and injury mitigation.

His practice incorporates a style that involves in-depth biomechanical analysis and coaching, and an approach that focuses on creating an interesting, safe, and pleasant sensory experience. Expect to spend some time on your feet if you have a treatment with Ryan!

Techniques: Trigger point/point pressure therapy, ligamentous articular strain technique (LAST), Swedish Massage, Dynamic and Sport-Specific Movement Assessment.

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Kin Ho (Hogan) is a Registered Acupuncturist and a member of the College of Complementary Health Professionals of British Columbia (CCHPBC). His interest in Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) began after seeing his mother benefit significantly from TCM treatments, which inspired him to explore its healing potential further.

He holds a Bachelor of Science in Biomedical Science from Imperial College London. Motivated by his growing passion for holistic care, he returned to Hong Kong to pursue formal training in TCM. Between 2011 and 2019, Hogan completed both a Bachelor of Chinese Medicine and Biomedical Science (Hons) and a Master of Chinese Medicine with a focus on acupuncture at Hong Kong Baptist University. After graduation, he became a Registered Chinese Medicine Practitioner in Hong Kong and developed over six years of clinical experience.

Hogan integrates a range of techniques, including acupuncture, cupping, and acupressure, to create individualized treatment plans that promote recovery, rehabilitation, and overall well-being. His practice focuses on musculoskeletal issues such as muscle and tendon injuries, as well as spine and limb conditions. He also has experience treating internal health concerns such as insomnia, headaches, tinnitus, and digestive issues, using methods like scalp and abdominal acupuncture.

Alongside his clinical work, Hogan has also explored Qigong and is keen to deepen his understanding of its role in supporting health and healing.

He offers care in English, Cantonese, and Mandarin. In his free time, Hogan enjoys cooking new recipes, hiking, and spending time at the gym.

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Emily is currently a RMT student at Langara College. Driven by her passion to help others, she is committed to listening to her client’s needs, using a wide variety of techniques and considering the patient as a whole to bring relief and help people move better. Along with exercise, she believes massage is an indispensable tool for decreasing stress/tension, encouraging better movement patterns and overall well-being.

In her spare time she likes to hike, bike and make art.

Techniques: Swedish massage

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Vince is a graduate of the 3000+ hour Registered Massage Therapy program at Langara College where he graduated with Langara’s Academic Excellence Award. He previously worked as a Practicing Kinesiologist before returning to school so that he can have the skills to expedite patients reaching their movement goals.

During treatment, Vince will incorporate a combination of Swedish massage with Myofascial Release and/or Neuromuscular Techniques to facilitate deeper relaxation. Depending on patient goals, he may also use other techniques such as Joint Mobilizations, Active Release, Pin & Stretch, or PNF Stretching. He will also coach patients on therapeutic exercise so they may be able to progress to their treatment goals faster.

Vince has experience working with ICBC patients, personal training clients, as well as working with the Aging Population. During his time at UBC BodyWorks, he designed individualized fitness programs and progressive fitness classes whilst offering modifications for those who wanted a challenge or found difficulties with certain movements. Vince believes in keeping everyone moving and helping them achieve their movement goals.

Outside the clinic, Vince likes to keep moving with cycling, weight lifting, running, and backcountry skiing.

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Christopher is a Registered Massage Therapist (RMT) with a background in competitive endurance sports, including triathlon and distance running. He combines clinical expertise with an athlete’s insight to help clients of all backgrounds reduce pain, improve mobility, and support long-term wellness.

Committed to continuous learning, Christopher tailors each session to individual needs and works to empower people to move better, recover faster, and achieve their goals—whether on the racecourse or in everyday life.

Treatment Modalities: Trigger Point, Myofascial Release, Joint Play, Stretching, Swedish Massage

Languages: English, Cantonese, Mandarin

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Alissa graduated from Vancouver College of Massage Therapy and previously worked as a Certified Personal Trainer with a certification in Fascial Stretch Therapy. Her interest in helping individuals with chronic pain and overuse injuries led her to pursue massage therapy. Alissa combines Swedish massage, deep tissue techniques, fascial work, and stretching to create a treatment approach that is both therapeutic and deeply relaxing. She tailors each treatment to the unique needs of the individual.

Outside of the clinic Alissa enjoys attending spin and yoga classes, weight lifting and running. She also enjoys volunteering at the Greyhaven Bird Sanctuary and trying out new cafes with a good book.

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Lilli successfully completed the comprehensive 3000-hour massage therapy program at Langara College. Prior to embarking on this path, she earned her Bachelor of Business Administration. However, she soon discovered that her true passion lay in the realm of massage therapy, where she finds fulfillment in assisting individuals to engage in their daily activities pain-free.

Her overarching objective is to deliver a therapeutic experience that is both calming and effective, ensuring a seamless recovery for all her patients. Lilli possesses a specific focus on addressing conditions related to women’s health, including TMJD (TMJ Dysfunction), pregnancy-related discomfort, scarring from breast surgery (augmentation, reduction, mastectomy), and migraines associated with menstruation.

Beyond her professional pursuits, Lilli allocates her free time to pursuits such as running, exploring new cafés, grocery shopping, and appreciating the beauty of sunsets.

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Zac has spent several years as a physiotherapist, perfecting the blend of rehabilitation and performance. He employs an individualised, logical & systematic approach to give you solutions to your pain. He has seen first-hand through personal and clinical experience that mobility and strength are the keys to longevity. Zac will use a combination of hands-on techniques, and will guide you into moving longer and stronger.

Zac has experience working with high performance athletes in volleyball, basketball and hockey teams. He understands the sporting individual and always works to shorten recovery times to get you back to the field, court, pavement, or hill.

If you’re an individual who struggles with pain or lacks the confidence to make the leap to the gym, you’re in safe hands. Zac has taken several patients spanning young and elderly from the treatment table to a strength routine that is sustainable. He will work with you towards your goals - whether it’s getting the groceries from the shop to the car or running your first quarter marathon.

Zac believes that physiotherapy is the perfect combination of science and art. He takes pride in building trusting therapeutic relationships that enable his clients to be intuitive towards managing injuries and conditions. Zac gently nudges his patients to set their sights on goals for longevity, maximising quality of life, and being the best, holistic versions of themselves. He combines education, hands-on therapies and an expert knowledge of strength and conditioning to meet his clients in whatever stage of rehabilitation they find themselves in. Zac lends an empathetic ear, and tailors his approach to the unique needs of his patients. He has continued education in FMS 1 & 2, SFMA 1 & 2, & Dry-Needling (IMS), and is always keeping an eye on the latest research within the physio and orthopedic world.

When Zac isn’t working, you can find him in his element, questing up a sea of rock, snow and ice or sending it down a couloir on his skis. He loves his adventures, and he’ll always encourage you to do the same, whatever the adventure entails.

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Joey is a Registered Massage Therapist who works with active individuals and athletes experiencing chronic pain, unresolved injuries, or performance-limiting movement issues.

He has a strong interest in overhead and explosive athletes, runners, and strength-training populations, using assessment-driven treatment, hands-on therapy, and targeted exercise to support recovery, resilience, and injury prevention.

When Joey is not in the clinic or playing sports, he is always on the lookout for delicious food spots. Got a favourite restaurant or hidden gem? Let him know — he’s all ears for food recommendations!

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