Kelly began her studies in Physical and Health Education at the University of Toronto prior to pursuing her career as a massage therapist at Algonquin College in Ottawa. Upon her graduation in 2001, she returned to the Niagara Region where she has been practicing as a Registered Massage Therapist at various clinics and spas. Kelly has a wide variety of experience, having worked with professional and amateur athletes, workplace injuries, senior citizens and individuals with physical disabilities. In addition, Kelly has provided therapy for members of the Canadian National List of Soccer Officials and the National Hockey League referees during their respective training camps. In 2007, Kelly had the opportunity to combine her skills in massage therapy and her passion for soccer. She was selected as one of the three massage therapists for the match officials at the FIFA U20 World Cup Soccer tournament in Canada. This opportunity allowed her to work with some of the world’s elite match officials. In 2010, Kelly had a memorable experience when she joined Lady Gaga’s Monster Tour in Toronto as a massage therapist for the dancers. Most recently, she was selected as a massage therapist for the 2014 FIFA U20 Women’s World Cup in Canada. When not at work, Kelly can be found on the soccer field as a referee and assessor or on the squash court. Kelly enjoys a wide variety of recreational sports but her first love is soccer. She played for 25 years at various levels including provincial and varsity, and has been a match official for the past 11 years. Whether dealing with tension associated with stress, sports injuries, motor vehicle accidents or workplace injuries, Kelly actively strives to improve her clients’ quality of life and functional well being.

Physical and Health Education