BEND, OR–Sole Purpose Massage is proud to celebrate ten years as Bend’s only massage studio specializing exclusively in Ashiatsu Barefoot Massage. As part of its tenth anniversary expansion, owner Karyna Verzwyvelt completed DeepFeet Bar Therapy’s teacher certification program and is now offering classes in her newly remodeled training studio. With her teaching certification and office expansion, Sole Purpose Massage has become the only Ashiatsu Barefoot Massage training facility east of the Cascade Mountains and one of only three in Oregon.
Ashiatsu, often referred to as "barefoot massage," utilizes the therapist's feet to deliver deep, relaxing pressure while clients lie comfortably on a massage table. Therapists use overhead bars in the ceiling for balance and control. This method allows for a unique combination of deep tissue therapy and relaxation, providing an unparalleled experience that has created lasting results and hundreds of 5-star reviews from clients over the years.
“We are thrilled to celebrate our 10th anniversary and to take this exciting step in expanding our offerings,” said Karyna Verzwyvelt, owner of Sole Purpose Massage. “Our goal has always been to promote healing and well-being through innovative massage techniques that benefit both the practitioner and the client, and now we have the opportunity to share our passion for Ashiatsu with other massage therapists. This expansion allows us to begin to grow a community of skilled practitioners dedicated to improving the barefoot massage services in our region and beyond.”
For more information about our studio, therapists, massage services, or upcoming classes, please visit www.solepurposemassage.com or contact us at 320-321-5855.
About Sole Purpose Massage and DeepFeet Bar Therapy
Founded in 2014, Sole Purpose Massage has been a pioneer in providing high-quality, therapeutic barefoot massage in Bend, Oregon. Our team of skilled therapists is dedicated to enhancing the physical and emotional well-being of our clients through personalized care and innovative massage techniques.
DeepFeet Bar Therapy was founded in 1995 and is the original source of westernized barefoot massage (Ashiatsu) teaching techniques. With almost 30 years of experience they have continued to build upon the core safety and health benefits achieved through barefoot massage, one student at a time. They are the first nationally accredited barefoot bar course study approved by the NCBTMB. Their primary goal is to prepare and empower graduates to reach their fullest potential, and enhance their careers by learning barefoot massage techniques to expand and extend their practices.
