Athena Markusson -RMT

Registered Massage Therapist

Athena obtained a two year, 2,200 hour, diploma in Remedial Massage Therapy, in Saskatoon, Sask. Her certificates, experience, and special interests include: Therapeutic Massage, Deep Tissue, Myofascial Release, Manual Lymph Drainage, Neuromuscular Therapy, Trigger Point Therapy, Joint Play, Intermediate Shiatsu, Hot Stones, Cupping, Range of Motion Dysfunction, Postural Dysfunction, Headaches, Muscle Tension, and Pain Management. Treatment plans are made and home care exercises are given as part of the session. Her depth of touch and massage is always dependent upon client care and pain tolerance. Her goal is to give her clients the very best care possible so that they may obtain their life, sports and wellness goals. Athena is a professional scuba diver and avid traveller. She has hiked many mountains, volcanos and deserts, and dived deep into many seas and oceans. Her other interest include free diving, paddle boarding, yoga, meditation and music. She has lived in Banff since 1990 having left for a couple years at a time for various business ventures and education.