When I first entered the field of massage therapy, I knew I wanted a career centred around helping people. What I didn't anticipate was just how much the people I would meet along the way would give back to me.
Over the years, I've had the privilege of building a practice that has become much more than a place to receive treatment. It's become a community of people from all walks of life, each with their own experiences, challenges, and goals. The relationships, conversations, and trust we've built are what make me genuinely love coming to work every day.
In 2024, our community grew when Matt Sandeson, RMT, joined the practice. His genuine care for his clients, thoughtful approach to treatment, and shared values made him a natural fit.
Alongside my clinical work, I've spent much of my career working at ice level in competitive hockey. My passion for athlete care and development, combined with our desire to offer more comprehensive services, inspired the evolution of our practice into MODE Performance + Health.
With the addition of Holden Kodak, we've expanded into hockey performance analysis and athletic performance testing, bringing new opportunities for athletes to better understand and develop their performance.
But while our services have evolved, the heart of our practice hasn't changed.
MODE is, and always will be, a place for everybody. Whether you're an athlete, recovering from an injury, managing pain, or simply looking to feel better, you belong here.
My hope is to continue building a space where people feel comfortable, respected, and genuinely cared for. Where we never stop learning, and where we always remember the person behind the appointment.
Because to us, you're a person first, and a patient or athlete second.
I'm incredibly grateful for the community that has brought us this far, and excited for everything still to come.
— Claira Oderkirk
Founder | RMT, BHSc
MODE Performance + Health
THE PEOPLE BEHIND THE PERFORMANCE.
OUR TEAM.
CLAIRA ODERKIRK
Claira is the founder of MODE Performance + Health and a Registered Massage Therapist with a Bachelor of Health Science. Her approach to treatment is rooted in the belief that good care begins with understanding the individual, their experiences, and their goals.
She incorporates a range of techniques, including myofascial work, cupping, and movement-based treatment, tailoring each appointment to the person in front of her.
Alongside her clinical practice, Claira has spent six seasons working at ice level in competitive junior hockey, an experience that has shaped her interest in injury management, recovery, and athlete care.
Outside the clinic, Claira enjoys strength training, golf, trying new restaurants, and spending time with her husband and son.
BHSc, Registered Massage Therapist
MATT SANDESON
Matt is a Registered Massage Therapist with a Bachelor of Science in Kinesiology who joined the practice in 2024. He brings a thoughtful, approachable style to treatment, taking the time to understand each client's concerns, lifestyle, and goals.
His treatments draw on a variety of techniques, including myofascial release, Swedish massage, trigger point therapy, joint mobilizations, and remedial exercise. He adapts his approach to individual preferences, from gentler treatments to deeper therapeutic work.
Matt enjoys working with a wide range of clients, whether they're recovering from a sports injury, managing persistent pain, or looking to move and feel better in everyday life.
He values client education, open communication, and helping people feel confident in their care.
BScKin, Registered Massage Therapist
Holden brings experience as both a competitive hockey player and a professional scout to his work in athlete development and performance.
His playing career included time in the WHL, BCHL, and MHL before competing at the U SPORTS level with Wilfrid Laurier University. He has since built a career in hockey scouting and evaluation, serving as Director of Hockey Operations and Director of Scouting, Atlantic Canada, with Neutral Zone.
At MODE, Holden provides hockey performance analysis, helping athletes better understand their strengths, identify areas for development, and make informed decisions about their training. His approach combines firsthand playing experience with detailed performance evaluation, offering athletes practical, individualized feedback they can apply to their development.
Head of Hockey Performance AnalysisHOLDEN KODAK
A PURPOSE-BUILT ENVIRONMENT FOR MOVEMENT, HEALTH & PERFORMANCE.
MODE Performance + Health is located within Proedge Elite Training, a 5,000-square-foot strength, conditioning, and personal training facility in Bedford, Nova Scotia.
Designed for purposeful training and individualized development, Proedge brings together experienced fitness professionals, specialized equipment, and a community of people working toward their own health and performance goals.
The facility supports a broad range of training disciplines, including strength and conditioning, functional movement, mobility, athletic development, and personal fitness. Its independent-trainer model creates an environment where fitness professionals can build their practices while working alongside others who share a commitment to helping people move and perform better.
Operating independently within this space, MODE provides registered massage therapy, orthopaedic bracing, and hockey performance analysis. Our location reflects our belief that healthcare, movement, and performance are closely connected, while remaining accessible to individuals of all activity levels.
Different disciplines. A shared appreciation for movement, progress, and individualized care.