At GoBarefoot, our mission has always been simple:
help children grow with stronger, healthier, more confident feet.
From the shoes we select to the community we build, every step is intentional. And now — as we expand into tools that support natural movement at home — we are incredibly proud to introduce our newest partner: MUFFIK Sensory Movement Mats, arriving in the UAE for the very first time.
MUFFIK is more than a product.
It’s a philosophy.
It’s science.
It’s play.
And it’s beautifully aligned with everything GoBarefoot stands for.
Here’s why we chose MUFFIK — and why we believe it’s the perfect next chapter for our barefoot community.
1. We Share the Same Mission: Strong, Healthy Feet From the Ground Up
GoBarefoot exists to help children develop naturally — with freedom, movement, and respect for how the foot is designed to work.
MUFFIK was created with the same intention. Their sensory mats recreate the natural textures kids don’t get enough of today: grass, bark, pebbles, cones, foam, logs, waves — all designed to stimulate the 200,000+ nerve endings in every foot.
Just like barefoot shoes, MUFFIK helps children:
- strengthen deep stabilisation muscles
- improve balance & coordination
- build strong arches
- develop a natural gait
- support whole-body posture
- Two brands, one mission: healthy feet, healthy movement, healthy kids.
2. Built With Experts, Backed by Science
One of the biggest reasons we chose MUFFIK is their commitment to research and expert collaboration. MUFFIK mats are developed with:
- podiatrists
- physiotherapists
- occupational therapists
- child development specialists
Every texture, firmness, and height is intentionally designed to support sensory development, movement patterns, and rehabilitation needs. At GoBarefoot, we only bring products to families that work, that are tested, and that genuinely support a child’s development. MUFFIK is exactly that.
3. A Family Business With Heart — and European Standards We Trust
MUFFIK comes from a family-run workshop in the Czech Republic where quality, ethics, and transparency come first.
What we love:
- European-made with strict safety regulations
- Fair working conditions
- Sustainable materials
- Highly durable, non-toxic, certified plastics
- 100% safe for babies, toddlers, and sensory-sensitive children
GoBarefoot only partners with brands we would confidently choose for our own children.
MUFFIK passed the test.
4. Sustainability & Nature-Inspired Design
Everything about MUFFIK is inspired by nature — not by trends. The mats mimic textures found outdoors and are moulded from natural patterns. Many pieces are made using recycled materials, reducing waste while keeping quality extremely high.
Both GoBarefoot and MUFFIK believe:
- natural movement matters
- less structure = more freedom
- sustainability is the future
- what we bring into homes should be safe, long-lasting, and respectful of the environment
- It’s the kind of product that grows with your child — not the kind that ends up in a landfill.ut also swallowing and speech development.
5. It Makes Movement Fun (and That Changes Everything)
Children learn best through play — and MUFFIK transforms essential foot, ankle, and core training into something they run to, not away from.
MUFFIK encourages:
- active play
- balance exploration
- sensory input
- motor planning
- creativity & independent movement
- obstacle-course fun at home
For parents living in the UAE — where summer temperatures limit outdoor barefoot time — MUFFIK brings nature indoors.
GoBarefoot’s mission is to make natural movement accessible… and MUFFIK helps us deliver exactly that.
A Partnership That Moves Us Forward
GoBarefoot and MUFFIK share a vision:
to help children grow healthier, stronger, and more connected to movement — naturally. This partnership is a big step for our community, and the first of many new tools we will bring to families across the UAE. MUFFIK launches next week, with limited stock in our first shipment.
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