La Serena Spa Therapists

1.Nationality:

British

2. Number of years as a therapist:

36 years as a therapist


3. Schooling -past and current:

Attended Kings Lynn Arts & Technology College Norfolk, England

4. Certifications:

• City & Guilds Diploma of Beauty Therapy
• Elemis Certified, Freeman’s Group Trainer Certification, Stonebridge College Beauty Salon Management Professional Diploma.
• Skin Companies certification: Germaine De Capuccini, Priori ,Susan Molyneux Cosmetics. Lycon Waxing.
• Aromatherapy/Reflexology Diploma
• Shankara Naturals: specialize in Ayurvedic treatments.

5. Favorite thing about La Serena:

Enjoys working in a beautiful ocean environment that brings about tranquility & healing. Using Eastern modalities and Western modalities that creates a balanced holistic experience for our guests.

6. How long they have been part of La Serena's team:

10 years 

7. What they may have brought to La Serena (ideas, skills, treatments)

Brings many years of experience in the beauty industry and is an ambassador for Elemis skincare, their journey and sustainability incentives.

1. Nationality:

Thai


2. Number of years as a therapist:

21 years


3. Schooling – past and current:

Thonburi Commercial College School 1985-1987, Sukhothai Thummathirat University 2020 to present.


4. Certifications :

• Certificate of Sport Massage 60 hrs. from Thai Traditional Medical Services Society 20 Nov 2013.
• Certificate of Aromatherapy Massage 60 hrs. from Thai Traditional Medical Services Society 10 Nov 2013.
• Certificate of Deep Tissue Massage 60 hrs. from Thai Traditional Medical Services society 30 Oct 2013.
• Certificate of Swedish Massage 60 hrs. from Thai Traditional Medical Services Society 20 Oct 2013.
• Certificate of Reiki the First Degree in the Usui System of Natural Healing from Bangkok Natural Healing CO.,LTD. 20 Nov 2007.
• Certificate of Hot herbal massage practice 60 hrs. From Nonthaburi center for Skill Development Nonthaburi 7th Feb 2007.
• Certificate of Massage Therapist practice From Malaysian society for complementary therapies expire 31st Dec 2006.
• Certificate of Massage Therapist practice From Malaysian society for complementary therapies expire 31st Dec 2005.
• Certificate of the National Skill Standard Test grade 2 level. From Songkhla Institute for Skill Development Region 12 29th Aug 2006.
• Certificate of the National Skill Standard Test grade 1 level. From Patumthani Provincial Center for Skill Development 15th June 2004.
• Certificate of Thai Traditional Massage 372 hrs. From Department for Development of Thai Traditional and Alternative Medicine 30th April 2004.
• Certificate of Thai Traditional Massage 150 hrs. From Department for Development of Thai Traditional and Alternative Medicine 4th Dec 2003.

5. favorite thing about La Serena:

Beautiful Ocean view, Elemis Skin Care products.


6. how long they have been part of La Serena’s team:

6 years

7. What they may have brought to La Serena (ideas, skills, treatments)

Indian Head Massage, Gua Sha Face and Scalp Massage

1. Nationality:

British Caribbean

2. Number of years as a therapist:

8 years+

3. Schooling – past and current

• The Central College of Health & Beauty Leeds, England
• VTCT NVQ Diploma Level 2 & 3 Beauty Therapy
• VTCT Level 2 NVQ Diploma Nail services

4. Certifications

• Advanced electrical Facials
• Elemis Facial therapy
• BIOTEC 1.0 & 2.0
• Elemis Aroma wraps, Elemis Deep tissue, aroma hot stone massage & peaceful pregnancy massage
• 11AA Environ Professional Skin care
• Nail Services

5. favorite thing about La Serena

Peaceful surroundings & magnificent views

6. How long they have been part of La Serena’s team:

5yrs

7. What they may have brought to La Serena (ideas, skills, treatments)

I am very passionate & meticulous about my work. I love I do! I have a vast amount of knowledge & experience with some of the best skin & nail care in the beauty industry Including: Dermalogica, YSL ESPA, Decleor, Environ & CND. My training work with Elemis in London Leeds, allowed me to travel the world. Working on cruise lines, which allowed me to perfect my skills, as well as being able to perform the best treatments on my clients.

1. Nationally:

Jamaican

2. Number of year as a therapist:

Over 15 years

3. Schooling:

• American fitness association 2009.
• Touching points 2003 & 2013.
• Spa Technician training center 2008 & 2021

4. Certificates:

Personal training, shock wave and laser therapy, clinical therapy, sports, deep tissue, lava shell, hot stone and bamboo massage.

5. Favorite thing about La Serena:

The relaxed ambience and my professional colleagues.

6. How long they have they been apart La Serena’s team:

3 years

7. What they may have brought to La Serena:

knowledge, experience and professionalism.

8. What else:

high-energy massage therapy with knowledge in wide range of massage method and techniques. Able to relate well with clients and colleagues alike also work well in high-end and challenging environment. Experience in 5 star and 5 diamond resorts & spa

1. Nationality:

British

2. Number of years as a therapist:

8 years

3. Schooling – past and current:

• University of newcastle upon tyne
• Cambridge school of beauty therapy
• Central ymca london
• Stott pilates
• Himalayan yoga institute
• Aquatic therapy

4. Certifications:

• Ba hons in ancient history
• itec, cibtac, cidesco & ifa qualifications in beauty & massage therapy &
• aromatherapy
• clarins, dermalogica, environ
• advanced personal trainer award level 3 & group fitness instructor
• yoga, pilates

5. Favorite thing about La Serena:

The beautiful ocean views that start the client on the perfect spa journey before they have even reached the treatment room.

6. How long they have been part of la Serena’s team:

Brand new!

7. What they may have brought to la Serena (ideas, skills, treatments)

A passion for working in hospitality & an ability to relax, motivate & inspire guests on their holistic journey through beauty & massage therapy to a healthier lifestyle.

8. What else?

• In my spare time you might find me hanging upside down like a bat practising aerial yoga or on a paddleboard practising yoga!
• I am a water baby & love anything on or in the ocean.
• Alternatively you might find me on 8 wheels on my rollerskates.

1. Nationality:

Canadian

2. Number of years as a therapist:

18 years

3. Schooling – past and current:

• Vancouver School of Bodywork and massage.
• Blanche Macdonald Centre Vancouver.
• Julie Bach Wellness for Cancer massage.
•  Merrithew Stott Pilates Traing -Matt and Reformer.

4. Certifications:

5. Favorite thing about La Serena:

The relaxation and views from La Serena are second to none in Bermuda, the relation and nail room continue the wellness journey with views of our beautiful Bermuda waters.

6. How long they have been part of la Serena’s team:

Almost 6 months

7. What they may have brought to la Serena (ideas, skills, treatments)

The clients and Treatments I've learned over my many years to the spa industry have thought me patience to work with clients and their needs to fulfill what they need at the time with knowledge and care.

8. What else?

• To guide my clients on their journey to wellness and provide healing touch and practical wellness information.
• To offer everything from helping their body to function better, to aid in healthy

1. Nationality:

Thai

2. Number of years as a therapist:

More than 15 years

3. Schooling – past and current:

The Institute Of Thai Traditional Medicine

4. Certifications:

• Thai traditional Massage (NuadThai) 800 hours.
• Thai Foot massage 60 hours.
• Deep tissue massage 60 hours.
• Sport massage course 60 hours.
• Oil Massage (Swedish) 60 hours.
• Aromatherapy 40 hours.
• The toksen massage for health 150 hours.

5. Favorite thing about La Serena:

The location. It's like a charm and magic. When I experienced it .Hell great and it was- even more amazing than thought.

6. How long they have been part of la Serena’s team:

Almost 2 months

7. What they may have brought to la Serena (ideas, skills, treatments)

Wants to present Thai massage

8. What else?

If possible wants to present Thai toksen massage. It's a new science.

1. Nationality:

South African


2. Number of years as a therapist:

16


3. Schooling – past and current

Somatology
University of Johannesburg
2007-2010

4. Certifications:

Somatology B-tech Degree
CIDESCO


5. Favorite thing about La Serena:

Feels like home, warm and welcoming energy.


6. How long they have been part of La Serena’s team:

Professionally 2yrs
Personally 9yrs


7. What they may have brought to La Serena (ideas, skills, treatments)

Experience in Elemis Skin and Body care

8. What else?

Client skin care and product education providing professional recommendations for follow up treatments and home care maintenance while building strong professional relationships with guests.
This is actually one of my passions.