Andrea has over 18 years experience as a physiotherapist in Washington state, predominately treating patients with musculoskeletal injuries, sports injuries, concussions, vestibular conditions, and scoliosis, in pediatric, adult and geriatric patient populations. Andrea is a native of Nova Scotia and did her undergraduate degrees in Canada and first became a Certified Athletic Therapist in 2001. She then did her graduate work in the United States and graduated summa cum laude with Masters in Science in Physical Therapy from Husson College in Bangor, Maine in 2006, and a Doctorate in Physical Therapy in 2007. Andrea’s treatment approach draws heavily on her training as a Certified Orthopedic Manual Therapist, as well as her experience as on Orthopedic Certified Specialist, and former competitive athlete. She is a certified Schroth scoliosis provider, a Level II Shift Concussion Provider, and has advanced vestibular training, all of which help her to provide more effective treatment interventions to patients, for improved healing. Andrea enjoys establishing a strong rapport with clients, completing thorough, comprehensive evaluations with complex clients, and developing unique, individualized treatment programs. Andrea and her family are excited to have moved back to Canada. “We are excited to ski, mountain bike, hike, run, and build community in this awesome small town.”

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Ghee is a Manual Therapist and Registered Massage Therapist (RMT), with over 12 years of experience in rehabilitation as a strength and conditioning coach. Ghee’s unique skillset of manual therapy combined with strength training was heavily influenced by the time he spent learning under head therapists of the Miami Dolphins and Dallas Mavericks. Through comprehensive assessments, he pinpoints which muscles are underperforming and uses targeted manual therapy to activate them. He then incorporates corrective exercises and strength training to restore balance, improve mobility, and build strength. Sessions are conducted with you fully clothed and may combine movement with trigger point therapy and corrective exercises to address imbalances and improve function. By the end of your session, you’ll leave with a clear plan to reduce pain, enhance movement, and boost overall performance. Ghee is passionate about empowering his clients with the tools and knowledge they need to address the roots of their pain and get stronger; he is happy to be a resource for his client’s strength training and corrective exercise, and aims at providing his clients with real solutions— not band-aids.

He’s excited to be serving the Rossland community and looks forward to helping you feel your best.

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Genevieve completed her physiotherapy training at McGill University in 2008 and holds a Clinical Master’s degree in Science from the University of Western Ontario (2014). She has completed her Advanced Manual Therapy Diploma (FCAMPT) and is certified in dry needling.

She is passionate about treating complex musculoskeletal conditions, as well as sports injuries and spinal conditions. She has pursued extensive post-graduate training in orofacial pain, headaches, concussion management, musculoskeletal shoulder and hip conditions, and Mulligan mobilization techniques, joint manipulation, and TMJ (temporomandibular joint) therapy.

Genevieve has been involved in physiotherapy education since 2016, teaching postgraduate courses to physiotherapists in Quebec and at Laval University. She recently began teaching with the BC Orthopaedic Division in Vancouver to support the growth and education of fellow clinicians. She also provides mentorship to physiotherapists, reflecting her deep commitment to pedagogy and clinical reasoning.

Her mission is to help her patients return to their activities and sports, advocating for an approach centered around their goals. She moved to Rossland to enjoy all the outdoor adventures it has to offer—mountain biking, skiing, cross-country skiing, trail running, and backcountry exploration—with her family.

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Kirsty Exner is a fully licensed physiotherapist with 15 years experience and a member of the Canadian Physiotherapy Association. She lives in Rossland BC, is married and is a mother of two beautiful young girls.

She earned a Masters in Physical Therapy from the University of British Columbia and has done numerous post-graduate physiotherapy-related courses in the areas of acupuncture/dry needling, myofascial release, neuro-mobility, specialty musculo-skeletal assessment, and most recently, DNS (Dynamic Neuro Stability) and ELDOA.

Prior to graduating from UBC, Kirsty ran her own successful business for 10 years where she offered dozens of private and group exercise programs, including Pilates, and has hosted and coached her own Women’s Freeride Camps and Mountain bike camps. Kirsty also competed on the World Extreme-skiing Tour, earning two silver medals in the World Finals in Alaska.

With nearly 30 years of experience in health, rehab and wellness training, Kirsty believes in an active approach to rehab, and having experienced debilitating injuries herself, she continues to appreciate and enjoy a number of activities including: downhill-skiing, ski mountaineering, mountain biking, trail running, hiking and rock climbing.

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Eva Gifford is a Doctor of Chiropractic, personal trainer, and endurance athlete with over 10 years of experience helping people move, perform, and feel their best. She earned her Doctorate of Chiropractic magna cum laude from the University of Western States in 2019, following a BSc in Kinesiology from the University of Victoria.

With a background rooted in both clinical care and high-level endurance sport, Eva brings a unique understanding of movement, strength, and performance to her training. She has completed multiple 100-mile ultramarathons, including several podium and top-10 finishes, giving her firsthand experience with the demands of endurance training, injury prevention, and pushing physical limits.

Eva has additional training in Dynamic Neuromuscular Stabilization (DNS) and Functional Movement Systems (FMS), is a UESCA-certified running coach, and stays current with the latest research in sport science. She is also a leader with the Rossland Run Club, where she shares her passion for running and building a strong, supportive community.

Whether you’re looking to get stronger, improve your running, return to sport, or simply move better, Eva combines her clinical expertise, coaching experience, and personal passion for the outdoors to create purposeful, individualized training.

A self-proclaimed lover of all things “Type 2 Fun,” Eva is happiest running, biking, skiing, or exploring the mountains around Rossland.

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Julia has been a CanFitPro certified personal trainer since 2016 and has worked in the fitness industry for over a decade. From front desk at the YMCA to the front lines of fitness! Originally from Montreal, Julia’s interest in movement was sparked while studying professional theatre at Dawson College.

Julia has been lucky to work alongside several fantastic mentors over the years, working mostly in private studio settings that prioritized science-based methods. She developed a love for mobility and intuitive movement along with her philosophy that fitness should help, and not hurt the body. Her overall goal is to help people live long and comfortable active lifestyles, whether that is through one-on-one coaching and programming, or in a group fitness setting.

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Mara has 11 years of experience as a massage specialist but is NOT a Registered Massage Therapist (RMT) (so clients are unable to use their extended benefits to claim treatments). After completing her MBA in France, she quickly reunited with her passion for the human body when coming across Thai massage School in Chiang Mai which started her massage journey in 2014. Since then, she has been building her knowledge to offer a unique way to combine her skills, whether you are looking for a relaxing experience or a treatment-oriented session. After practicing in ski towns in Switzerland and Revelstoke, she is used to working on athletics people.Her approach is intuitive and loaded with a genuine love for what she does.

Mara’s pricing reflects her non-RMT status, but her treatments speak for themselves—she is highly skilled and deeply effective. More info on her here on her website: https://www.maratlc.com/

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Erin earned her Masters of Physiotherapy from the University of British Columbia in 2024. Prior to working as a Physiotherapist, Erin previously worked as a Kinesiologist and Strength & Conditioning coach in Vancouver providing rehabilitative and performance-based exercises for populations ranging from post-operative cases to varsity and professional athletes. Some of Erin’s career highlights on the coast include providing services to the youth female Whitecaps Soccer program, Douglas College Softball, Playmakers Basketball, Gastown Cycling Club and camps for BC Hockey and Vancouver Speedskating. Erin has additional training and experience with ACL rehabilitation, running mechanics, pelvic floor physiotherapy, TMJ dysfunction, and the treatment of BPPV related vertigo.

Erin takes a holistic approach to rehabilitation, integrating a biopsychosocial approach to health care while making an effort to meet her patients where they are at on the rehabilitation continuum. Erin’s patients describe her as compassionate, caring and effective at providing adequate difficulty for your rehab exercises to help you reach your goals.

Erin was called to the Kootenays in 2024 for the outdoor lifestyle and easy access to nature. When not at the clinic you can find Erin hiking, running or biking the local trails, snowboarding in the winter, or out and about with her Aussie Golden mix pup named Winston.

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Sarah Sparks is a Muscle Activation Techniques (MAT) Specialist, and Personal Trainer with over 15 years of experience helping people move better, build strength, and stay active. She holds certifications in Personal Training, Master level certification in Muscle Activation Techniques and Running Injury Prevention, with a passion for understanding how the body moves and helping clients feel stronger and more confident in their movement. Sarah’s approach combines Muscle Activation Techniques with movement and strength training to help identify and address areas of muscular weakness, improve movement quality, and support the body’s ability to perform at its best. She works with a wide range of clients, from those looking to move and feel better in everyday life to athletes wanting to improve performance, manage recurring issues, or stay active in the sports they love. An avid outdoor enthusiast herself, Sarah enjoys trail running, mountain biking, hiking, ski touring, and climbing. Her own experience with injury and recovery has given her a deep understanding and appreciation for moving freely, navigating the rehabilitation process, and helping others get back to the activities they love, without being held back by a body that isn’t performing the way it’s meant to. Sarah is excited to be part of the Blue Velvet Health team and to help the Rossland community move, perform, and adventure with confidence.

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