• Relaxation Massage

    Using smooth and flowing strokes, this treatment soothes muscles, eases tension, and calms the nervous system. It promotes deep relaxation and allows both the body and mind to fully unwind.

  • Deep Tissue/Remedial Massage

    This treatment is focused on relieving chronic and acute pain. By targeting the affected soft tissues, this massage can not only ease your symptoms but also address the root cause of your pain.

  • Sports Massage

    A great way to prepare for and recover from physical activity. It can improve performance by getting your body ready for upcoming events, or by helping you recover after intense training or competition. Regular sessions can also help reduce your risk of injury.

  • Chair Massage

    Take a break and recharge with a 30-minute chair massage. This treatment is designed to ease tension in the back, neck, shoulders, and arms while you remain fully clothed and comfortably seated. Perfect for a workday break or when you want a quick but effective way to relax, release stress, and boost energy.

Personalized Massage Therapy for Pain Relief, Mobility and Deep Relaxation.

Core beliefs and guiding principles

Lobo-Guará Massage Therapy is deeply inspired by the maned wolf, a native species of South America that represents the founder’s cultural roots. Known for its gentle nature, vegetarian diet, and lifelong pair-bonding, the lobo-guará symbolizes the values at the heart of this practice: kindness, respect for life, and meaningful connection.

With these principles in mind, Lobo-Guará Massage Therapy is committed to delivering high-quality, professional massage treatments that are both therapeutic and client-focused. Every session is tailored to meet the client's specific goals and needs, whether it is recovery, pain relief or relaxation.

The studio offers a clean, calm, and welcoming environment where clients can feel safe and supported. Grounded in science Lobo-Guará Massage Therapy believes in the power of touch to support physical health, mental well-being, and the deeper bond between care and trust.

Meet Jessika

Lobo-Guará Massage Therapy is run by Jessika Kerkhoven, a qualified and registered massage therapist with Massage Aotearoa New Zealand (MANZ). She holds a diploma from Otago Polytechnic, with training focused on anatomy, physiology, and evidence-based practice.

Clients describe her as gentle, intuitive, and attentive. Jessika combines clinical skill with genuine care to tailor each session to individual needs. Outside the studio, she enjoys time with her husband and three cats, staying active, and relaxing with a good podcast.

Jessika provides a calm and professional environment for those seeking relief or relaxation.