About Solace Organic Spa

Sarah studied 5rhythms dance and the advanced level of Massage Therapy at the Esalen Institute in Big Sur, California. She has also continued her studies of healing arts through studying and combining both Upledger and Biodynamic Cranio-sacral Therapy, Reiki and Mayan Abdominal Massage. Born and raised in Quebec, Sarah learned early on how to navigate challenging experiences through expressive arts such as writing, dancing and painting.

Her curiosity and hunger for life took her to the wilderness of the West Coast, where she found a sanctuary for her soul living on Salt Spring Island. As she deepened her relationship with art and movement, she uncovered profound depth, meaning and healing in these practices, especially when combined with nature. She feels blessed and honoured to share these healing practices with you and create healing spaces for you to soften into.

Having grown up on the West Coast, Jewel has an innate connection to the rhythms of nature and the body. Her journey into holistic healing weaves together wisdom from Yoga, Reiki, CranioSacral Therapy, and Holistic Bodywork Massage. She is a graduate of the 700-hour Bodywork Therapy Training at the Vancouver School of Healing Arts, where she refined her ability to hold space and guide the body toward balance and restoration.

Through her own deep healing journey, including Somatic Counselling and embodied movement practices, Jewel has cultivated a profound respect for the body’s wisdom. She believes true healing is a dance between the physical, emotional, and energetic layers of our being. With gratitude and reverence, she is honored to share her gifts in service to the healing of all beings.

Kindred is a Salt Spring Islander and Spa Therapist with over two decades of experience working in wellness and health care. She is a skilled practitioner providing aromatherapy massage, reflexology and spa treatments in five star hotels and renowned wellness centres. Kindred is certified in Reflexology at the Pacific Institute of Reflexology and in Ayurvedic Massage at The Salt Spring Centre of Yoga. She is also trained on the Solace Spa Signature treatments.

Kristin finds deep satisfaction in the art, practice, and service of bodywork. Her goal is to provide treatments that are therapeutic for the body and nourishing for the whole system. Kristin is a graduate of the 700 hr Bodywork Therapy Program at the Vancouver School of Healing Arts. The style of massage she practices draws primarily from Swedish and Deep Tissue modalities, and blends elements of foot reflexology and joint release in an intuitive treatment that combines flowing rhythmic strokes with deeper, sustained pressure where needed, to release tension and facilitate deep relaxation.

While working to nourish the physical tissues of the body, she also holds space for the emotional and energetic body to flow into a state of harmony and coherence. She is also a Certified Holistic Doula and is certified in Prenatal Massage.

Ivy is a skilled massage and spa therapist based on Salt Spring Island, specializing in a diverse range of therapeutic techniques. Certified in Lomi Lomi and Rebalancing Bodywork—an approach that blends Deep Tissue, Shiatsu, Swedish Massage, Structural Integration, and Myofascial Release—Ivy utilizes these methods to promote personal healing, relaxation, and restoration. Her practice is rooted in the belief that nurturing the body enhances overall well-being, empowering individuals to embrace life more fully. Influenced by the island’s natural beauty and supportive community, Ivy’s approach to bodywork is deeply enriched by her surroundings. Grateful for the island’s serene environment, she is dedicated to helping clients achieve balance and rejuvenation through her holistic and compassionate touch.

Sheri is an enthusiastic wellness leader and has many years of experience as a yoga teacher. She is our spa host and receptionist and enjoys taking care of all the details as well as preparing the Spa Ritual: forest hydrotherapy circuit, especially for you. She looks forward to seeing you for your next visit to the spa.

With 30 years in the medical field, Leanne brings a caring touch to Solace Organic Spa as a Reception Host. Passionate about health and wellness, she believes in the power of treatments for mind and body. When not at the spa, you can find her enjoying the beauty of the island, hiking, paddleboarding and spending time with family.

Born and raised on the island, Ajra is passionate about creating exceptional spa experiences. With a background in product and research design, She brings creativity to Solace through graphic design, product development, storytelling, media and operations.

Julie is proud to be celebrating 20 years of serving Salt Spring Island. Julie is a certified holistic facialist, reflexologist, acupressure therapist, aesthetics and spa therapist. With a passion for creating a harmonious, nurturing experience, you’ll find her curating and providing innovative spa treatments and organic skincare to deliver “a harmony of the senses” while guiding her team to deliver exceptional care.

Julia is devoted to helping us all create positive ripple effects in the world, starting from the inside out. She grew up in the heart of Ontario countryside, and has always had a deep intrinsic connection with Nature. Her greatest joy is in helping others to find peace, healing, and nourishment from the simple beautiful things ~ especially amidst life’s more challenging moments. In addition to her work at Solace, Julia is also yoga teacher, somatic coach and practitioner of herbal medicine – this deep understanding of mind-body and nourishment is woven into her approach to welcoming guests to the spa.