• 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 and shoulders 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.

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

Guided by these principles, high-quality professional massage is tailored to each client’s goals, whether for recovery, pain relief, or relaxation.

The studio offers a clean, calm, and welcoming space where clients feel safe and supported. Grounded in science, the work is rooted in the belief that therapeutic touch supports physical health and mental well-being.

Guiding principles

Meet Jessika

Lobo-Guará Massage Therapy is run by Jessika Kerkhoven, a qualified and registered massage therapist with Massage Aotearoa New Zealand. 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. She 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.