About

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Yolanda Ballingall, RMT

Yolanda was born in Tacoma Washington and raised in Vancouver BC. In 2006 Yolanda moved to Calgary Alberta with her husband to start a family.  As a mother to be she quickly became aware of the importance of making her own health and wellness a priority as well as her family. 

With determination and discipline, Yolanda has lost a total of 255 lbs in her weight loss journey from 2006 to present through diet and exercise (85 lbs, 77lbs , then again 93lbs)

After some major life changes Yolanda found herself once again having to take hold of her health and discovered a passion for personal wellness that encompasses the mind and the body.

Yolanda graduated from Alberta College of Massage Therapy (ACMT), 2200 hour 2 year program and is registered with Natural Health Practitioners of Canada (NHPC).

Her massage techniques include personal assessments to create a tailored treatment plan including home care such as stretch and strengthen to aid in your long term wellness goals . Yolanda will address your body mechanics and compensation patterns and understands the value of educating her clients on ways to improve their kinetic chain . Yolanda is trained in Swedish massage, Therapeutic  massage, contract/ relax stretching, active and passive engagement, Trigger Point therapy and joint mobilization.

Outside of work, Yolanda enjoys running and fitness completing her first 5k marathon in October 2019 for Alzheimer’s disease in honor of her mother. She also enjoys photography, mixed media art, yoga, travel and baking with a passion. Her next goal is to compete in a physique competition in 2023 the year she will turn 50!

As a recent graduate Yolanda is eager to share her knowledge and expand her credentials in Sports Therapy, Fascial Stretch Therapy, Visceral Massage, Pain Management and is currently completing her Personal Trainer Certification. 

If you are  looking for an enthusiastic and committed therapist who will aid in your overall physical wellness book in with Yolanda at her studio FIKA Bodyworks.