Registered
Massage Therapy

Expert Care in Vancouver

Massage therapists are health care practitioners who go through 2 years of post secondary education and have advanced training when dealing with soft tissue conditions.

Massage Therapy is a regulated healthcare profession that focuses on assessing, treating, and preventing soft tissue and joint dysfunction, pain, and injury. Registered Massage Therapists (RMTs) use hands-on techniques such as manipulation and mobilization to enhance physical function, relieve pain, and support overall well-being.

From conditions arising from motor vehicle accidents and poor posture to sports injuries and post operative conditions, a massage therapist can help restore motion and function to your muscles.

Registered Massage
Therapy TEAM

Shayla
(Faezeh) Shabkhiz

BKin, RMT

Shayla holds a dual license of Registered Massage Therapy... Read More

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Shayla

Shayla holds a dual license of Registered Massage Therapy (RMT) and Registered Kinesiology. She earned her Bachelor of Science in Kinesiology from Simon Fraser University and completed her massage therapy training at Vancouver College of Massage Therapy (VCMT).

She specializes in active physical rehabilitation and ergonomics. Her past roles include Fitness Coordinator at Vancouver General Hospital and SFU, along with leading activity programs for older adults with limited mobility and chronic health conditions.

Shayla’s lifelong passion for exercise, combined with personal athletic experience, has shaped her approach to rehab — one that blends soft tissue release, strengthening, and mobility work.

She believes in a collaborative, patient-centered approach that keeps clients involved in their recovery process. As a clinic instructor at VCMT, she also enjoys mentoring future RMTs and promoting continued learning in the field.

Outside of work, you’ll find her training, running, or playing basketball.

Karen (Victoria) Alfaro Lopez

RMT

Karen Victoria Alfaro Lopez specializes in a diverse range... Read More

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Karen Victoria Alfaro Lopez

Victoria specializes in a diverse range of therapeutic techniques, including Trigger Point Release, Myofascial Release, Sports Massage, and Prenatal & Postpartum Massage. With a focus on creating a deeply calming, therapeutic, and effective healing experience, she customizes each treatment to meet the unique needs of every client—helping them move, feel, and live better.

Bilingual in English & Spanish, she offers a warm, attentive approach tailored to each client’s preferences and needs.

Victoria is a graduate of the West Coast College of Massage Therapy (WCCMT) and is registered with the College of Massage Therapy of British Columbia (CMTBC).

She’s excited to welcome you to Kinematics Sports Medicine & Rehab and support your wellness journey.

Zachary
Poole

RMT

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Zachary Poole

Zach is a dedicated professional in the field of wellness, holding multiple titles including Registered Massage Therapist (RMT), Functional Range Release (FR) practitioner, and FRC Mobility Specialist.

His primary goal is to empower his clients to optimize their performance through effective techniques and educational guidance.

With over 7 years of experience working alongside athletes and his background as a junior-provincial weightlifter, Zach offers valuable insights into recovery and performance care.

He emphasizes the importance of daily movement and recovery practices as cornerstones of a healthy life.

Zach uses an individualized approach, tailoring his methods to meet each client’s unique needs — both immediate and long-term. His techniques incorporate relaxation, breathwork, sports massage, and active rehabilitation, all driven by a passion for continuous learning and improvement.

Hyungmin
"Kim" Kim

RMT

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Kim

Kim is a dedicated healthcare professional with expertise as a Registered Massage Therapist (RMT) and a solid foundation in Kinesiology, acquired from the esteemed Langara College.

With a deep-rooted passion for athleticism and sports, Kim possesses a keen understanding of the biomechanics of the human body. He excels in trigger point release, stretches, Swedish massage, and myofascial techniques, aiming to alleviate pain, enhance flexibility, and restore mobility.

Passionate about promoting wellness and optimizing physical performance, Kim is dedicated to empowering clients to achieve their optimal health and fitness levels. With a comprehensive understanding of the interplay between movement, rehabilitation, and therapeutic massage, he offers a multidisciplinary approach to healthcare that is both effective and compassionate.

Fluent in both English and Korean, Kim is committed to providing personalized care to a diverse range of patients and clients.

Experience the difference of specialized care with Kim, where expertise meets passion in the pursuit of optimal health and wellness.

Joshua
Speiss

RMT

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Josh

Josh employs an active treatment style using a variety of techniques, primarily Neurokinetic Therapy and Dynamic Neuromuscular Stabilization to help achieve your goals. During his sessions, he focuses on increasing body awareness and stability while alleviating discomfort by treating dysfunctional compensation patterns.

Josh believes in the power of corrective movement to resolve pain, basing his practice around it. Throughout treatment, he will assess and reassess specific movements across the body to help identify and treat the root cause of your pain, rather than just addressing symptoms.

If you are coming in for a more active treatment, Josh recommends bringing athletic-style clothing that allows for unrestricted body movement (shorts, shirts, sports bras, etc.).

Some specific conditions Josh is experienced in treating:

Referral pain (sciatica, headaches, numbness/tingling sensations, etc.)
Scars/fascial restrictions
Mobility restrictions
Muscle awareness/weakness/dysfunction
Abdominal control/breathing/strengthening
Concussion symptoms/eye pain/vertigo
Acute injuries, sprains/strains
TMJ dysfunction

Registered Massage Therapy

Registered Massage Therapy

Expert Care in Vancouver

Registered Massage Therapy TEAM

Shayla

Karen Victoria Alfaro Lopez

Zachary Poole

Kim

Josh

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Registered
Massage Therapy

Registered
Massage Therapy

Registered Massage
Therapy TEAM