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Equestrian wellness + performanceHORSE FIRST
Performance + Wellness
Listen to the horse. Understand the body. Support the athlete.
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Understand the body
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Support the athlete
Thoughtful, non-diagnostic bodywork for the horse in front of us. Optimize their body and unlock their potential!
Our mission
Performance begins with feeling good
Our mission is to help shift equine bodywork to a proactive part of wellness and performance care.
Equine Align Method™
Evaluate. Listen. Support.
A measured three-part process grounded in what the horse communicates before, during, and after hands-on work.
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EVALUATE
We begin by looking at the individual horse as a whole, posture, movement, symmetry, muscle tone, behavior and their job! This initial evaluation helps us understand what the horse is communicating and where areas of tension or restriction may be present.
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LISTEN
Every horse responds differently to touch and bodywork. We pay attention to changes in body language, expression, breathing, muscle response, and relaxation throughout the session. Their responses help guide the session.
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SUPPORT
Using appropriate massage and bodywork sequences, we work with the horse's individual needs to support relaxation, mobility, healthy movement, and recovery.
Intentional support
Performance +wellness services
EQUINE MASSAGE
Customized hands-on bodywork designed to support relaxation, mobility, circulation, and healthy soft-tissue function.
PERFORMANCE BODYWORK
Targeted bodywork for horses in regular training and competition, with consideration for their discipline, workload, and movement patterns.
RECOVERY SESSION
Post-training or post-competition bodywork focused on relaxation and recovery.
MOBILITY + STRETCHING
Gentle movement and stretching techniques designed to support mobility and range of motion.
RED LIGHT THERAPY
Non-invasive light-based wellness support that can be incorporated into an appropriate session.
Book a session
Lets get your horse moving well!
Sessions are scheduled around your horse, their environment, and their current workload. Whether you're addressing a specific concern or building proactive maintenance into your routine, we'll start by listening to what your horse is already telling us.
- In-barn appointments in the Ann Arbor area
- Flexible scheduling around shows and training
- Clear communication with your care team
- Non-diagnostic, collaborative bodywork