ABOUT
Massage is a wonderful addition to your lifestyle and well-being. Improving circulation, digestion, flexibility, breathing, posture, stress reduction, increased energy and an overall improvement in health name only a few of the benefits. With open communication, trust and respect we can achieve a balance of therapy as well as relaxation.
FIT Massotherapy works with clients based on their individual needs. Massage sessions can be focused on relaxation, stress relief, muscle pain or injury. Our mental and physical health keeps us strong in all aspects of life. Making time for ourselves is the key to strength, endurance and stamina.
FIT Massotherapy works with clients based on their individual needs. Massage sessions can be focused on relaxation, stress relief, muscle pain or injury. Our mental and physical health keeps us strong in all aspects of life. Making time for ourselves is the key to strength, endurance and stamina.
Katie Furst
Owner/Licensed Massage Therapist
Katie is a Licensed Massage Therapist in Gainesville, Florida. She received her training through The National Institute of Massotherapy and also holds a BA in Communication Studies from Kent State University. Katie has worked with a variety of theater and dance companies, including the national tours of Kinky Boots, Cinderella, Mamma Mia, Something Rotten and The Cleveland Ballet as their on-site massage therapist. It has also been her privilege to work extensively with a variety of athletes including ultra marathon runners and triathletes She has extended training in Deep Tissue Massage, Myofascial Release and Prenatal Massage.
Before following her passion for massage, Katie was an actor working across the globe, but based herself in New York City. Her passion for health and wellness has followed her throughout her life and led her to massage. Katie and her cat, Charlie, have traveled the United States from New York City to Cleveland, and now to Gainesville. She is excited to be a part of such a wonderful community in Florida ...not to mention, she now gets to escape WINTER!
Before following her passion for massage, Katie was an actor working across the globe, but based herself in New York City. Her passion for health and wellness has followed her throughout her life and led her to massage. Katie and her cat, Charlie, have traveled the United States from New York City to Cleveland, and now to Gainesville. She is excited to be a part of such a wonderful community in Florida ...not to mention, she now gets to escape WINTER!
Advanced Certifications
Pre- and Perinatal Massage Myofascial Release Advanced Myofascial and Muscular Therapy
Nurturing the Mother John F. Barnes Benjamin Institute of Advanced Studies
National Institute of Massotherapy
Akron, Ohio
Organizations/Insurance
Member, Associated Bodywork & Massage Professionals
Pre- and Perinatal Massage Myofascial Release Advanced Myofascial and Muscular Therapy
Nurturing the Mother John F. Barnes Benjamin Institute of Advanced Studies
National Institute of Massotherapy
Akron, Ohio
Organizations/Insurance
Member, Associated Bodywork & Massage Professionals
Florida Board of Massage, License No. MA87195 MM12716
State Medical Board of Ohio, License No. 021460
State Medical Board of Ohio, License No. 021460
Charlie the Cat
Charlie is also excited to be in Gainesville. He enjoys receiving massages as well as sleeping and lounging.
