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MEET THE TEAM
Our team is made up of independent Registered Massage Therapists, each with their own style and specialties. Sharing one calm space, they offer personalized care tailored to you.
Explore their profiles and book directly with the therapist who fits your needs.

Registered Massage Therapist
Owner/Operator
Erin Smith (Hoffman)
Currently on Maternity Leave Starting August 1, 2026.
Erin graduated from the Western College of Remedial Massage Therapies in June 2018.
Drawing from her athletic background and team sport experience, she understands the value of therapy for rehabilitation and improving soft tissue function.
As the owner of Essential Hideaway, Erin leads with a commitment to quality care and a passion for helping clients move and feel better
Erin offers Therapeutic, Deep Tissue, Relaxation, Myofascial Cupping & TMJD intra-oral.

Registered Massage Therapist
Payge Reese
Payge graduated from the Professional Institute of Massage Therapy in December 2024, completing an additional 100 clinical hours to further advance her hands-on skills.
She is registered with the Natural Health Practitioners of Canada and takes a holistic, client-centered approach to care.
Payge offers relaxation, therapeutic, and deep tissue massage, as well as craniosacral therapy, advanced therapeutic facial massage, and TMJ intra-oral treatment.
Each session is tailored to support your individual needs and overall well-being.

Registered Massage Therapist
Emma-Lee Hoffert
Emma graduated from WCRMT in spring 2024 and is registered with NHPC. She offers therapeutic massage with a direct, no-nonsense approach — focusing on effective, results-driven techniques like deep tissue, relaxation, and myofascial cupping.
Emma’s sessions move at a brisk pace, aiming to quickly relieve muscle tension and reduce stress. If you want a straightforward, efficient treatment that gets to the point, Emma is here to help you feel better and get back to your day.

Registered Massage Therapist
Gabe Kryzanowski
Gabe completed his Massage Therapy diploma at Mount Royal University in December 2025 and is registered with NHPC. He also holds a degree in Human Kinetics from the University of British Columbia and has a strong background in both competitive and recreational sports.
Gabe’s approach is movement-based, integrating active techniques, joint mobilization, and exercise education to support lasting results. His treatments are tailored to your goals—whether for relaxation, improved mobility, or injury recovery.
He is committed to creating a comfortable, supportive environment built on open communication and collaborative care.

Registered Massage Therapist
Courtney Otterson
Courtney is registered with NHPC. She graduated from the Professional Institute of Massage Therapy, and has a Kinesiology degree from the University of Saskatchewan.
She offers deep tissue, therapeutic, prenatal and relaxation massage. Her treatments include movement-based techniques, including assisted stretching and mobility. This allows her treatments to be effective and specific to her clients' needs.
Courtney is dedicated to creating lasting results by providing home care for the clients to do after leaving the treatment space.

Registered Massage Therapist
Kaitlyn Bradley
Kaitlyn graduated from Axiom Career College in June 2026, and is a member of MTAS.
Her treatments combine therapeutic massage, deep tissue techniques, and cupping therapy with an intuitive, adaptable approach to care. Rather than following the same routine every session, Kaitlyn focuses on what the client’s body may need that day, with an emphasis on longer-term relief rather than temporary results.
Her main areas of interest include chronic tension, headaches and migraines, TMJ dysfunction, injury recovery, and stress-related tension patterns.
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