Illya Borreson has over 20 years of experience in the field of Traditional Chinese Medicine. He is passionate about taking exceptional care of his clients & teaching the art of acupuncture.  

Illya began his studies in Traditional Chinese Medicine in 1998. He obtained his Doctor of Traditional Chinese Medicine Diploma at the International College of Traditional Chinese Medicine in Victoria, B.C. (2002).  He concluded his studies with an internship at Tianjing Second University Hospital in Tianjing, China.  His intensive experience there sparked a profound appreciation for Chinese culture, philosophy and tradition.  Illya’s residency in China also fostered a strong commitment to Chinese Medicine and he has been devoted to his practice ever since. 

Upon Illya's second trip to China in 2006, he worked at the reputable Shanghai East International Medical Hospital.  After a year and a half of observing a wide variety of health modalities there - including physiotherapy and chiropractic medicine - he then moved to southeast Thailand where he joined the team at Kamalaya Wellness Sanctuary and Holistic Spa Resort.           

TERRITORY ACKNOWLEDGMENT: The Aculoft is located on the traditional territories of the Lekwungen peoples (known as the Esquimalt and Songhees Nations today). "I would like to express my gratitude to the communities and nations in whose territory I live and work." - Illya