Marilyn Holmes

Biography

Marilyn Holmes, a Stratford area native, is a 1983 graduate of the Physical Therapy program at University of Alberta (BSc.P.T.). She worked in Edmonton, Victoria and Bristol, UK before returning to the area in 1990. in 2001 Marilyn attained her Advanced (Fellowship) Diploma in Manual and Manipulative Physical Therapy (FCAMPT).
Marilyn continues taking courses in manual physical therapy (including for the cranium), mobilization of the myofascial system, exercise therapy, acupuncture (neuro-anatomic, ear, Dry Needling), Sport Medicine, pain, women’s health, oncology and pain management. In 1994 she obtained certification with Acupuncture Canada (CAFCI) and in 2018 Marilyn became a Connect Therapy Series Graduate. She is also certified in Integrated Dry Needling.
For 20 years, Marilyn owned and operated a private physiotherapy practice. From 2013-2023 she worked at Sunrise Health Services. In 2023 Marilyn moved her practice to The Movement Centre, a Pilates and movement studio.  From 2014-2020 Marilyn was a Guest Coach at the Stratford Festival.
Outside of physiotherapy, Marilyn enjoys an active lifestyle that includes yoga, tennis, cycling, hiking, skiing, and swimming.