
All types of horses can benefit from bodywork. Bodywork can reduce muscle tension, improve circulation and locomotor function, and promote relaxation. It can also be helpful in identifying early patterns in muscle over- or under-development that can progress into more serious issues. Performance horses are athletes, and their muscular function is crucial to their performance in the ring, on course, and on the track. They aren’t the only ones who can benefit from bodywork, though! Aging equines, horses with limited turnout, and excitable or anxious horses are also great candidates for bodywork.
Please note that equine bodywork is not a replacement for veterinary care. Equine bodyworkers will not diagnose conditions, attempt any musculoskeletal manipulations, or prescribe medications, nutraceuticals, or supplements.
See below for a listing of my equine bodywork services.
Introductory Session
Start here! In this first session, I will meet with you and your horse and do an initial evaluation of your horse’s conformation and movement. We will discuss your goals and any other information needed. Then, I will work on your horse for the first time and detail the process to you! Expect intro sessions to last about 2 hours. I do ask that you are present for at least the first 45 minutes.
Pricing: $125 + mileage (if over 30 minutes commute)
Maintenance Session
These are full bodywork sessions for established clients. I will do a quick assessment to make sure nothing has changed since my last visit with your horse and complete a full body session. Expect maintenance sessions to last 90 minutes. You may choose if you’d like to be at these sessions. If you are not present, I ask that your horse be in and reasonably clean for the session.
Pricing: $110 + mileage (if over 30 minutes commute)
Mini Session
These are ultra-targeted sessions for established clients. I will spend 30 minutes focusing on a specific area for your horse. These types of sessions are especially helpful for horses that need extra help in a specific area, for owners that want to stretch the time between maintenance sessions, or for prep before big events. You may choose if you’d like to be at these sessions.
Pricing: $50 + mileage (if over 30 minutes commute)