Soft Touch Equine Therapy by Allison

Soft Touch Equine Therapy by Allison Allison Johnson
Certified Equine Sports Massage Therapist

Specializing in full body massage to help keep your equine partner feeling their best.

Does your horse have trouble picking up and maintaining the correct lead or try to nip you when a saddle is girthed up? Has your horse started refusing jumps for no apparent reason or do they have trouble turning around a barrel? Maybe you can tell something is just "off" when you ride him, but you haven't been able to identify the source. Massage therapy can help these cases and many more scenari

os when a horse is exhibiting behaviors typically caused from sore muscles. Massage therapy is also great for horses that are not in pain to keep them feeling their best. By using a combination of red light therapy, essential oils, and massage, I can help your horse become the best equine partner he can be for you. My name is Allison Johnson and I have always had a passion for working with horses.I have owned and ridden horses for over 30 years, and I am always seeking to learn new skills and advance my education with them. I graduated with a degree in Equine Studies in '05 where I competed with my college's equestrian team in Hunter Under Saddle and Western Pleasure classes. I have worked under many types of professionals in the equine field to learn and advance my knowledge including equine veterinarians. I interned for Clinton Anderson during the summer of '04 at the Wahl Equestrian Center where I studied training techniques and learned barn management skills. I am a current CHA riding instructor, certified to teach both English and Western riding, and I have taught riding lessons for 15 years. Several years of teaching experience were spent coaching a special needs riding team and for 7 years I worked at, then managed a barn in Somerville, AL. I became certified in Equine Massage Therapy seven years ago and then started this business, Soft Touch Equine Therapy by Allison. I specialize in Myofascial Release Therapy which focuses on the deeper connective tissues of the horse. In addition to that certification, I am also certified in Red Light Therapy and Kinesiology Taping and I use thermal imaging in my massage practice. I also offer saddle fitting services for both English and Western riders. I have experience working with and riding many different breeds of horses, but my personal breed of choice is the Arabian.

What’s meant to be will be 😂
03/14/2025

What’s meant to be will be 😂

Shedding season is upon us 😂
03/11/2025

Shedding season is upon us 😂

I am very pleased to announce that I am now a representative for Marcel Toulouse saddles! I have been searching for an a...
03/11/2025

I am very pleased to announce that I am now a representative for Marcel Toulouse saddles! I have been searching for an adjustable English saddle brand that is very affordable to offer saddle fit clients needing an English saddle, and these saddles are a wonderful solution! I will be partnering with The Covered Wagon Saddlery to help provide these awesome saddles. They come in a wide variety of styles for the hunter jumpers, dressage riders, and eventers and come in different tree shapes to accommodated many back shapes. They come in either foam or wool flocked options and the Genesis tree makes adjusting them between different horses or to a horse’s changing shape very easy. They all come with premium, soft grippy leather and are very comfortable from the moment they are sat in. Please reach out with any questions or if you’d like to try one for yourself!

Allie is always happy to see me! She knows it’s massage day 😄
03/10/2025

Allie is always happy to see me! She knows it’s massage day 😄

SOLD I have this very nice Wintec Pro Jump for sale. It has the Equi-Suede on the seat and the knee rolls giving it a ve...
03/03/2025

SOLD

I have this very nice Wintec Pro Jump for sale. It has the Equi-Suede on the seat and the knee rolls giving it a very comfortable and secure feel. It comes with Bates stirrup leathers and stirrup irons. Has the easy change gullet system with the blue, medium wide gullet installed but I can change it out to the extra wide if needed. 16.5” seat… $450

Link to the one on Dover Saddlery. This one was before the Hart edition.

https://www.doversaddlery.com/wintec-pro-jump-hart/p/X1-150165/?country=US&srsltid=AfmBOorIzzzhwCGfYlmeCqkM-9IUlQDsL40MlAiAFZuYYzdjQAeccMTxBt8&gQT=2

02/19/2025

Specialized Saddles Featured Representative of the week: Allison Johnson

Throughout her ✨35-year journey✨ as an equestrian, Allison has cultivated a profound understanding of the intricate bond between horses and their riders. Her academic foundation in Equine Studies, earned in 2005, was merely the starting point for a lifelong pursuit of knowledge and expertise.

As a certified instructor with the Certified Horsemanship Association (CHA) since 2006, Allison has honed her teaching skills, guiding countless students and horses alike. Her extensive experience in the equine industry has afforded her the opportunity to work alongside esteemed professionals, including equine veterinarians and trainers, while managing several prominent barns.

A pivotal moment in Allison's career came when she became certified📜 in Equine🐴 Massage Therapy, specializing in Myofascial Release Therapy. This modality has allowed her to delve deeper into the complexities of equine anatomy, providing targeted relief for horses in need.

Through her work, Allison has gained a unique perspective on the often-overlooked issue of saddle fit. Witnessing firsthand the debilitating effects of ill-fitting saddles, she has become an ardent advocate for the importance of proper saddle fit. Her discovery of Specialized Saddles has been a game-changer, offering a revolutionary solution for horses and riders seeking optimal comfort and performance.

As a competitor in Western Dressage, Allison has experienced success with
Trail Light model, earning accolades 🏆 at local shows, the Tryon International Equestrian Center🏆, and the Sporthorse Nationals at the World Equestrian Center 🏆.

At the heart of Allison's mission lies a profound commitment to enhancing the lives of horses. By sharing her expertise and promoting the importance of proper saddle fit, she seeks to empower riders and owners, fostering a deeper understanding of the intricate relationships between horses, saddles, and riders.

Allison can be contacted via email at [email protected] or by phone at 256-566-2092.

✨To view a full list of Specialized Representatives to find one near you click here✨
https://specializedsaddles.com/sales-reps/

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Does your horse have trouble picking up and maintaining the correct lead or try to nip you when a saddle is girthed up? Has your horse started refusing jumps for no apparent reason or do they have trouble turning around a barrel? Maybe you can tell something is just "off" when you ride him, but you haven't been able to identify the source. Massage therapy can help these cases and many more scenarios when a horse is exhibiting behaviors typically caused from sore muscles. Massage therapy is also great for horses that are not in pain to keep them feeling their best. By using a combination of red light therapy, massage, KT taping, myofascial release and essential oils, I can help your horse become the best equine partner he can be for you.

My name is Allison Johnson and I have always had a passion for horses. I have owned and ridden horses for 28 years, and I am always seeking to learn new skills and advance my education with them. I graduated with a degree in Equine Studies in ‘05 where I competed with my college’s equestrian team in Hunter Under Saddle and Western Pleasure classes. I have worked under many types of professionals in the equine field to learn and advance my knowledge including equine veterinarians. I interned for Clinton Anderson during the summer of ‘04 at the Wahl Equestrian Center where I studied training techniques and learned barn management skills.

I am a current CHA Riding Instructor, certified to teach both English and Western riding, and I have taught riding lessons for 15 years. Several years of teaching experience were spent coaching a special needs riding team and for 7 years I worked at, then managed a barn in Somerville, AL. I became certified in equine massage therapy three years ago, and started this business, Soft Touch Equine Therapy by Allison. I specialize in Myofascial Release Therapy which focuses on the deeper connective tissues of the horse. In addition to that certification, I am also certified in Red Light Therapy and Kinesiology Taping and I also use thermal imaging in my massage practice. I have experience working with and riding many breeds of horses, but my personal mount of choice is my Arabian mare who I’ve owned for close to 18 years. This year has been the biggest and best yet for my business, and I thank all my clients who have had a part in that 💕