LEVIA WELLNESS - Key Persons
Job Titles:
- Certified Spa Therapist / Certified Reiki Master & Certified Natural Nail Technician
She is a Certified Shiatsu Practitioner, Spa Therapist and a Level 1 Reiki Practitioner. Jen has further trained to include Reflexology, Aromatherapy, Swedish Massage, Hot Stone Massage and Hydrotherapy. Recently Jen has completed new certificates in Skin Care Therapy, and is also now a Certified Natural Nail Technician.
She is passionate about bodywork and feels it is important to focus on mind, body and spirit. Her goal is to always work towards bringing the elements into harmony.
As a local to the Similkameen, Jen likes spending her free time enjoying the beauty of the valley.
She loves to travel and explore new places near and far, from the Similkameen Valley, to the Kootneys, north of BC and the west coast.
Whether she's camping in the mountains, or spending a sunny day on the Similkameen River, Jen loves taking time to be in natures beauty.
Job Titles:
- Certified Spa Therapist & Certified Natural Nail Technician
Jennifer grew up splitting her time between Osoyoos and Rock Creek and now resides in Rock Creek with her beautiful family of six. Jennifer now splits her work time between her full time position as a High School Youth Care Worker and part time with us at Levia. Jennifer started with a opening at the spa as a receptionist and spa therapist, having. a love for continued education Jennifer then completed her certificate as a Natural Nail Technician. Jennifer is dedicated to her work and is always planning how to improve her knowledge. When she is not at work you can find her Can-Can dancing with Les Folles Jambettes, volunteering in her community or reading a mystery book with either a coffee or glass of wine in hand. Jennifers favourite quote is "Nothing is impossible, The word itself says I'm Possible!" - Audrey Hepburn
Job Titles:
- Certified Reflexologist / Certified Skin Care Specialist / Owner
Nicole grew up in her teenage years in Osoyoos, BC. After graduating from Osoyoos Secondary School, Nicole moved to Vancouver BC where she attended John Casablancas Institute of Applied Arts and received her diploma in Makeup Artistry.
Nicole has always enjoyed art and being a "girly-girl" and making people feel good, which led her to the world of Makeup Artisty. Her career has evolved from being a cosmetician at Shoppers Drug Mart as well as Beyond Wrapture Day Spa, to a team leader at The Body Shop. 19 yrs experience in the freelance makeup world, working with bridal parties to photo shoots and everyone in between.
Nicole moved back to Osoyoos with her family of 4 which includes her loving husband and 2 children. She is now taking some time off from Makeup Artistry. Nicole's future goal is to learn as much as possible about the beauty industry.
Renata grew up in the lower mainland of BC where she spent much of her childhood experiencing the beautiful BC outdoors. She would spend time with family and friends hiking local trails, skiing local mountains, enjoying local beaches, camping and travelling BC, Canada, and abroad.
Aside from her outdoor interests; Renata knew from a young age that she had a passion for beauty and creating wellness and she decided to follow her mother's footsteps to pursue her affinity for all things hair.
She studied the art of Cosmetology at the Hair Arts Academy in White Rock, BC, where she graduated in 1999.
Renata spent the next 20 years mastering her craft through continued training; keeping herself current in the latest beauty trends, products, styling, cutting, and coloring techniques.
During this time she built an extensive-loyal client base using her natural gifts, vibrant personality, and ability to connect with people; always seeking to make them feel at their best.
Renata developed a love of the Okanagan; Osoyoos specifically, during many summer vacations over the course of her life and dreamed of one day calling it home. Now an Osoyoos resident with her loving husband and son, she is living her Okanagan dream while drawing inspiration from its natural beauty and outdoor life style.
In this new chapter, she is excited to share her experience and passion for hair with the locals of Osoyoos and surrounding Okanagan area. She is committed to continue enhancing her clients' beauty and wellness.