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Horse In Hand - Equine Sports Therapy

Certified Equine Sports Massage Therapist. Level 1 Equine Tensegrity Balancing Therapy I am a certified Equine Sports Massage Therapist.

All my life, I have loved horses. Everything about them brings light and love to my soul. I love being able to help horses perform at their best and feel better overall. Massage is an amazing way to rejuvenate the muscles, and assist the horse in performance and every day life. Services offered include full evaluation, massage and red light therapy. Remember: soft supple muscles make a soft supple horse .

04/06/2026

✨ The Power of Teamwork, Observation & Small Changes ✨

Yesterday I had the pleasure of spending some time with my amazing friend Kat from Firenza Park Equine Services with Kathryn Christieson through a Zoom assessment session. Even though Kat is in Victoria and I’m here on the Central Coast, NSW, technology allowed us to work together to support her lovely gelding. And I have to say, Kat did an incredible job! 👏

We started by assessing his movement and also did a static assessment of his body. Kat was fantastic at feeling and describing the different tissue textures under her hands, identifying reactions from her gelding, and following along with the assessment process. A special shout out also goes to her mum, who provided some excellent videography throughout the session! 😜

Kat has been carefully bringing this sweet boy back into work after having many years off, and along the way she has noticed a few physical challenges that she wanted help addressing. During our assessment, I observed a significant difference between his scapulae (shoulder blades). I asked Kat to work through some scapular correction techniques that we both learnt at a Tami Elkayam Level 1 Clinic—which, fun fact, is where Kat and I first met! 😊

We also incorporated:
🐴 Facial ironing over his back before and after rides
🐴 Targeted work over his right hindquarter
🐴 A saddle assessment with some small adjustments to his half pad to allow his larger shoulder more freedom of movement
🐴 A review of his bit and bridle fit

Once these adjustments were made, we reassessed everything under saddle. Initially, the gelding wasn’t quite sure about the new feeling from the saddle changes, which is completely understandable. When horses have adapted to moving a certain way, even positive changes can feel unfamiliar at first. With Kat’s calm and supportive riding, he soon gained confidence and began moving forward comfortably.

I was incredibly impressed with him. Not only was he processing several new sensations and adjustments, but he was also working on a very cold and windy day with plenty of distractions around him. He handled it all beautifully. ❤️

This session is a great reminder that sometimes small changes can make a big difference. Careful observation, thoughtful bodywork, appropriate tack adjustments, and a willingness to listen to what the horse is telling us can all contribute to improved comfort and performance.

I’ve set Kat home with some homework, and we’ll be catching up on zoom again in two weeks for a follow-up assessment to see how he’s progressing.

And excitingly, in the coming months I’m hoping to make a trip down to visit Kat in person. We may even organise an owner bodywork clinic while I’m there… 👀

Watch this space! 🐴✨

30/05/2026

Hi everyone,

Just a quick update regarding payment options and payment terms.

I offer three payment methods: card, cash, or EFT.

To help streamline my business and ensure appointments run smoothly, all card and cash payments will be required before your horse’s treatment begins. For EFT payments, funds will need to be transferred the day before your scheduled appointment to ensure payment has cleared by the treatment date.

This policy helps me reduce the time spent following up outstanding payments and allows me to focus on providing the best care for your horses.

Thank you for your understanding and ongoing support.

30/05/2026

🐴 Why Hand Walking Your Horse is More Beneficial Than You Might Think

Hand walking is often seen as something we do when our horses can't be ridden, but it offers so many benefits for horses of all ages and fitness levels.

✅ Supports healthy movement – Walking encourages joint mobility, circulation, and lymphatic drainage, helping the body stay healthy and recover from work.

✅ Builds connection and trust – Spending one-on-one time with your horse on the ground strengthens your relationship and improves communication.

✅ Promotes relaxation – A calm walk can help reduce stress, especially for horses on limited turnout, recovering from injury, or returning to work.

✅ Improves posture and body awareness – Slow, controlled walking allows horses to move more mindfully, helping them develop balance and coordination.

✅ Aids recovery – After hard training sessions, hand walking can help reduce muscle stiffness and support recovery by encouraging gentle movement.

✅ Provides mental stimulation – Exploring different environments and obstacles while hand walking keeps your horse's mind engaged and prevents boredom.

As an equine bodyworker, I often recommend hand walking as a simple yet effective way to support your horse's overall wellbeing. Even 10–20 minutes a few times a week can make a noticeable difference.

Does your horse enjoy a leisurely walk around the property? Share your favourite hand-walking spot below! 👇🐎

25/05/2026

✨ Why combine Equine Massage & Myofascial Release? ✨

Your horse’s body is designed to move with freedom, softness, and balance — but tension, compensation patterns, poor posture, hard work, injury, or even stress can cause restrictions throughout the body.

By combining Equine Massage with Myofascial Release, we can work not only on the muscles themselves, but also the fascia — the connective tissue that surrounds and supports every muscle, tendon, and structure in the body.

🐴 Benefits can include:
• Improved flexibility & range of motion
• Better posture and movement patterns
• Reduced muscle tension & soreness
• Increased comfort under saddle
• Improved circulation and recovery
• Support for performance and longevity
• Helping horses feel more relaxed and connected in their bodies

Massage helps release muscular tension and improve circulation, while Myofascial Release works gently with the fascial system to reduce restrictions that may be limiting movement and causing compensation.

Often, when both techniques are combined, horses show softer movement, improved relaxation, and greater overall comfort.

Because every horse deserves to move comfortably — whether they’re a high-performance athlete or a beloved paddock companion 💛

13/05/2026

No matter the discipline — dressage, jumping, eventing, western, trail riding or pleasure riding — teaching your horse to supple during a ride is one of the most important foundations for long-term soundness and performance. 🐴✨

A supple horse is not just “flexible.” True suppleness means the horse can move softly and evenly through their entire body without unnecessary tension or resistance.

When horses learn to supple correctly:
• They can bend and balance more easily
• Their topline and core engage more effectively
• They distribute weight more evenly through the body
• They become more responsive to subtle aids
• They reduce strain on joints, muscles and compensatory patterns

Suppling exercises also help riders identify stiffness before it turns into a bigger issue. Often, difficulty bending one direction, hollowing through transitions, or resistance in lateral work can be early signs that the horse is struggling somewhere physically.

The goal is never to “pull” a horse into a frame or force softness — it’s about creating relaxation, balance, and freedom of movement from back to front. 🌿

Even a few minutes of quality suppling work each ride can make a huge difference in your horse’s comfort, performance, and longevity.

A horse that moves with softness and freedom will always have a stronger foundation for any job we ask of them.

25/04/2026

Ethics in Equine Bodywork 🤍🐴

As equine bodyworkers, we have a responsibility that goes far beyond muscles and movement. Every horse we work with is trusting us to listen, to respect their boundaries, and to advocate for their wellbeing.

Ethical bodywork means:
• Always working within our scope of practice
• Referring on when something is outside our knowledge or requires veterinary attention
• Putting the horse’s comfort and welfare before client expectations
• Gaining consent — not just from the owner, but from the horse through their behaviour and responses
• Continuing to learn, grow, and refine our skills

It also means being honest. Not every horse needs a treatment every week. Not every issue can be “fixed” in one session. And sometimes, the best thing we can do is step back and collaborate with other professionals like vets, farriers, and trainers.

Our role is to support the horse’s body in a way that is respectful, informed, and kind.

Because at the end of the day, it’s not just about making horses feel better… it’s about doing right by them

24/04/2026

Lest we forget 🌺

This ANZAC Day, we pause to remember the courage, sacrifice, and spirit of those who served—both human and horse.

Horses played a powerful role in our history, carrying soldiers across unforgiving terrain, standing steady in chaos, and giving everything without question. Their strength, loyalty, and heart are a quiet reminder of the deep partnership between horse and human.

As someone who works closely with horses, I’m reminded every day just how much they give to us—physically, emotionally, and unconditionally. Today, we honour not only the soldiers, but also the incredible horses who stood beside them.

Take a moment today to reflect, to be grateful, and if you can—spend a little extra time with your horse. They carry more than we often realise ❤️

Lest we forget.

20/04/2026

Ever wondered why posture matters so much in your horse? 🐎

Posture isn’t just about how your horse looks — it’s a direct reflection of how their body is functioning. A horse that consistently moves and stands in poor posture is placing uneven strain on muscles, joints, ligaments, and even internal systems. Over time, this adds up… leading to compensation patterns, reduced performance, and a higher risk of injury.

Think of it like this:
If your horse is built on a shaky foundation, everything above it has to work harder to stay balanced.

✨ Good posture supports:
• Efficient movement
• Stronger topline and core engagement
• Reduced wear and tear on joints
• Better circulation and overall comfort

But many horses can’t maintain good posture on their own — not because they’re lazy or “naughty,” but because something in the body is restricting them.

This is where bodywork becomes so powerful 💫

Equine bodywork helps to:
• Release tight, overworked muscles
• Improve mobility and range of motion
• Restore balance throughout the body
• Support correct muscle development
• Encourage the horse to move and carry themselves correctly

When the body feels better, posture improves naturally — and that’s where you start protecting your horse’s long-term soundness and longevity.

A well-balanced horse isn’t just more comfortable… they’re more willing, more capable, and far more resilient over time.

Investing in your horse’s posture today is investing in many more happy, healthy years together 💛

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