Welcome to Ren!

  • Your first Community Acupuncture appointment is free. To book, choose Community Acupuncture treatment. The 100% discount will be applied at the time of your appointment, when you would normally pay.

  • Massage Therapy is now available! Book a therapeutic massage or choose a specific treatment.

  • Book a free, no obligation in-person or virtual consultation with our acupuncturist. This is an opportunity to meet our acupuncturist, ask questions, and discuss a treatment plan for your health concerns.

  • Join us at a workshop or class this month. To book, go to workshops & events and select the classes of your choice.

Free parking is available in our lot off 5th Ave on the west side of our building in the spots labelled “Good Neighbour Staff & Customers Only”). You must register your license plate with our reception staff to avoid getting ticketed.

If you’re new to community acupuncture, our treatments or the clinic, check out our resources: What We Treat, What to Expect at Your Appointment, and our FAQs page.

Acupuncture

Community acupuncture is an affordable and effective way to experience acupuncture. You'll have a private intake interview, then sit in a quiet room with other people receiving treatment at the same time to get your needles. Wear loose-fitting, comfortable clothing.


No-Needle Treatments

No-needle treatments provide the benefits of acupuncture without the needles. Both treatments fall under the scope of practice of acupuncturists, and use tools other than needles to stimulate acupuncture points or channels. Click on either treatment to see full description.


Massage Therapy

Massage therapy can help with a variety of concerns such as shoulder tension, low back tension, headaches, poor sleep, stress relief, muscle pain and tension, and more. Book a 30 min therapeutic massage of choose from a selection of therapies. Note that all massage treatments are done fully clothed.


Workshops & Events

We host a variety of workshops, classes and events that cover a large range of health related topics, and they are facilitated by qualified health care professionals from diverse backgrounds. Learn new skills and expand your knowledge in a safe and supportive environment!


Venue Booking

Classroom space for events, meetings or courses is available at $50/hour regular price and $30/hour for non-profits. Select from the 1 hour or 3 hour options to see availability. Email us at info@renhealthcollective.com if your booking requires different timing.

Ren Health Collective provides low-cost, multidisciplinary health services and education focused on inclusive, preventative, accessible, and holistic community care. Join us for events and workshops.

Ren Health Collective provides low-cost, multidisciplinary health services and education focused ... Read More

Alex Judd (she/her) is a registered acupuncturist with a gentle, judgment-free and trauma-informed approach to acupuncture that meets you where you’re at. She welcomes those that are new to acupuncture, and even those who are nervous to try it!

Through her private practice at Bowness Acupuncture, Alex has treated a wide range of conditions from chronic pain to chronic illness, with a special focus on the connections of stress, trauma and mental health to physical health.

She’s a graduate of the Alberta College of Acupuncture & Traditional Chinese Medicine and the University of Calgary, and is a member of Skipping Stone’s Trans-Affirming Network.

Alex Judd (she/her) is a registered acupuncturist with a gentle, judgment-free and trauma-informe... Read More

Carrie has been a licensed RMT since 2003. She is also a practitioner of Acupressure, Reflexology, and Feng Shui. A lover of the outdoors, she recharges in nature and has experienced a variety of outdoor pursuits.

Through the years, her massage practice has evolved into what she calls Restorative Therapeutic Massage. By cohesively blending different techniques and her own innate response to muscle tension and release, her massage treatments decrease pain, increase mobility and instill peaceful rest.

Each 30 minute treatment will be a blend of numerous techniques, with guidance in managing muscle tension and imbalance on your own. Her sessions are sure to have you feeling refreshed, relaxed and recharged.

Carrie has been a licensed RMT since 2003. She is also a practitioner of Acupressure, Reflexology... Read More

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Located at: 149 5 Avenue SE, Calgary
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