• 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 takes its name from the maned wolf, a distinctive species native to South America. Known for its quiet nature and enduring pair bonds, the animal reflects the values at the heart of the practice: kindness, respect and genuine care for each client.

Each massage is tailored to the client’s individual goals, whether they are seeking support with recovery, relief from muscular tension, or time to relax in a calm and welcoming environment.

The practice is evidence-informed and recognises the role of massage in supporting physical recovery and mental wellbeing.

Guiding principles

Meet Jessika

Lobo-Guará Massage Therapy is run by Jessika Kerkhoven, a registered massage therapist with Massage Aotearoa New Zealand and a qualified personal trainer with a New Zealand Certificate in Exercise from Otago Polytechnic. Her personal training background includes exercise prescription, with a focus on strength and recovery. Combined with her massage training, this helps her consider how a client’s activities and physical demands may contribute to muscular tension and discomfort.

Clients describe Jessika as gentle-natured and attentive. She listens carefully, responds to feedback and adapts each session to the client’s goals and preferences. Outside the studio, exercise is a major part of Jessika’s life. She also enjoys spending time with her husband, three cats and relaxing with a good podcast.

Jessika provides a calm and professional environment for clients seeking relief from muscular tension, support for physical recovery or time to relax.