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Michaela Hayes

Michaela has a BA in psychology from the University of Victoria. She’s currently a teaching lab assistant for Human Anatomy with Melissa Clarke, Exercise and Physical Health Education (EPHE), at UVic.

Growing up, Machaela was an elite level Volleyball player. She is now an avid yoga practitioner and an aspiring yoga instructor. She worked at Yoga Union Studio in Tsawwassen and she’s registered for yoga teacher training at Mā Wellness and Yoga on Herald Street.

Michaela has a Dual Dogwood in French immersion and she’s a fluent French speaker. She is French Canadian. She also has a basic level of ASL.

Michaela grew up in Tsawwassen. She has a dog, Fisher, a golden doodle, who she is co-parenting with her mom.

In her spare time, Michaela enjoys bouldering at Carsa and Boulder House.

Michaela Hayes works at the Oak Bay clinic for Arbutus Physiotherapy.

What people are saying about getting physio

Braeden Parrott, reviewer

The framework to continue to heal

After being treated by Ashley Fradette at Arbutus, I felt the need to come back and edit my previous review. Ashley is without a doubt, the best physiotherapist I’ve ever had the pleasure of working with. Ashley’s welcoming and warm demeanour meant that coming to physio was always a highlight of my day. In addition…
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Excellence!

“Excellence! Front desk staff were warm, engaging and exceptionally proficient. Physiotherapist Joseph is a kind and caring person. As it turns out, he is also great at his profession. Thank you so very much.” Don
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They are all friendly

“All therapists are great! I have been to two physiotherapists and one kinesiologist to improve my health issues. They are all very friendly, listen and help you with your issues. I would recommend this place 100%.” Janette Poulin
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Balance of professional conduct and personal ease

“Super pleasant personally, thorough assessment and Connor made helpful suggestions and treatment plan. Nice balance of professional conduct, knowledge and personal ease- Impressed!” Heather Seaman
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14 years

“We have been seeing Sandy for last 14 years. She is a fantastic professional know her stuff very well. We strongly recommend her for all your physio needs.” Hari Kaku