Dan Last, R.M.T.
Registered Massage Therapist

Dan graduated with honors from the College of Massage & Hydrotherapy in 1996.  Following that he has experience in many different work environments, including private practice, multi disciplinary clinics, and wellness spas. He has also been a contributor and teacher at the Neuromuscular Therapy Institute.

Dan’s post graduate studies have revolved around the restoration of soft tissue health, the retraining of the neurological system, the re-education of proper joint function, and the re-establishment of a balanced internal structure.  His understanding of body pain and dysfunction has also been aided by his years of personal training with Tai Chi, Qi gong, and Buddhist masters.  He enjoys exploring the boundaries of human potential, and delights in sharing his experiences with others.

Dan is very excited to bring his many years of experience to the clients of Woodgrove Pines clinic. He enjoys all types and styles of treatments, from sports, to therapeutic, to relaxation. Dan combines a strong therapeutic map with an acute perception to create an enjoyable yet effective massage experience. He looks forward to serving you in the maintenance of your health and well being.

Please join us in welcoming Dan to our team of health care professionals!

Lorraine Bruce, R.M.T.
Registered Massage Therapist

Lorraine Bruce graduated from the West Coast College of Massage therapy in Vancouver, B.C. in 1985, Vancouver's first accredited college in BC for massage therapy.

Lorraine's interest in becoming a massage therapist occurred after receiving personal treatment herself. She knew immediately she was destined to relieve pain and help others! Lorraine's specialty is deep tissue and myofascial release.

Lorraine has great compassion for people and it shows in her work. Massage therapy has given Lorraine a great deal of satisfaction in seeing her clients improve from such conditions as whiplash, work-related injuries, overuse syndromes, fibromyalgia, and a variety of other soft-tissue problems. Patients comment that Lorraine works intuitively, which she credits to her combined knowledge of on-going accreditation and her natural empathy. In short, Lorraine understands the needs of each individual.

Lorraine looks forward to meeting you, your family and your friends!

Lydia Chin, R.M.T.
Registered Massage Therapist

Lydia Chin, R.M.T., completed her training of 3000 hours as a Registered Massage Therapist in April 2010, at the West Coast College of Massage Therapy in Victoria, BC.

As a recent graduate, Lydia is eager and committed to applying her knowledge of massage therapy towards attaining and maintaining a healthy and well balanced lifestyle to all clients. She welcomes and appreciates the challenges of working with a variety of clients and tailors each treatment to meet the client's particular needs.

Lydia is extremely excited to be working as part of a diverse team of professionals that promote health and rehabilitation. She values a multi-disciplinary approach to health and believes massage is an important part of achieving overall well-being.

Lydia utilizes a number of techniques including myofascial release, trigger point therapy, muscle energy techniques, hydrotherapy, general swedish, deep tissue and relaxation techniques. She has an interest in, and wishes to further her knowledge in myofascial release and muscle energy techniques.

If not hiking or biking Vancouver Island's great outdoors, Lydia also enjoys traveling, photography, music and spending time with her beloved dog. Please join us in welcoming Lydia to our team of health care professionals!