Your Local Equine Massage Therapist

Hello and thank you for visiting! I’m Laura, based in Leicestershire, and I specialise in equine sports and rehabilitation massage for horses and ponies of all ages, disciplines and backgrounds.

With over 30 years of being around horses — riding, caring for them, working with them and studying them — and now a fully-accredited qualification in equine sports & rehabilitation massage (via Wolds Equine Rehabilitation & Training, Rural Skills UK-accredited) completed in 2025, I bring together deep equine knowledge, practical hands-on experience and professional therapy training.

For the past 20 years I’ve also worked in the road-transport logistics sector, and that has given me a strong background in planning, communication and professional service delivery. Now I’m delighted to combine my logistics/business experience with my lifelong passion for horses in this equine massage and soft-tissue therapy service.

Whether your horse is a seasoned competition mount, a leisure hack, a youngster, an older pony, or recovering from injury or inactivity — I’m here to support you and your horse in helping to feel better, move better and perform better.

My Credentials & Approach

  • Equine Science degree (BSc(Hons) UK) – giving me an academic background in equine biology, behaviour, anatomy and welfare.

  • Fully qualified in “Equine Sports & Rehabilitation Massage” (30+ hours practical hands-on training, extensive online learning, multiple case-study submissions and examinations) via Wolds Equine Rehabilitation & Training (Rural Skills UK accredited).

  • 30+ years direct equine experience – riding, caring for, studying horses and working within equine environments.

  • 20 years in a professional business/logistics role – ensuring your service is delivered reliably, clearly and professionally.

  • A holistic and friendly approach – I believe in clear and open communication, tailoring every session to the individual horse, and building a trusting relationship with you as the owner/rider.

Why Choose Equine Massage

Here’s what equine sports & rehabilitation massage can offer, and why it’s worth considering:

Improved mobility, flexibility & range of motion – Horses work hard. Just like human athletes, their muscles and soft tissues carry the load. Massage helps loosen tight muscles, improve stride length, reduce stiffness and support better movement. For example, the history of massage shows use in ancient athletic animals, and more recently equine massage has been adapted from human sports massage modalities. (koperequine.com)

Reduced muscle tension, soreness and aid in recovery – Post-work, post-competition or during rehab, massage supports circulation (blood and lymph), assists removal of waste products, promotes relaxation and helps support recovery. (Equilibria Gold)

Support for rehabilitation and maintenance – While massage is not a substitute for veterinary or physiotherapy care, it is a valuable complementary therapy. It can help identify areas of soft-tissue tension, support healing, and play a role in preventing further issues by maintaining the horse’s musculoskeletal health. (equinemassageassociation.co.uk)

Well-being, calmness and performance support – Many horses benefit from the relaxant, tension-relieving aspect of massage. For horses that are ridden, competed, box-rested or older, massage can assist general comfort, ease of movement and a happier mindset.

Tailored to all levels – Whether your horse is in full competition work, a weekend leisure hack, just starting out, or stepping down from heavy work, the approach can be tailored accordingly.

My Services & How It Works

  • Initial consultation: I’ll chat with you about your horse’s history, current workload, any known issues (stiffness, uneven gait, reluctance, age-related change, box-rest, etc)

  • Assessment: I’ll observe your horse’s movement (in hand and if safe at walk/trot/canter), palpate musculature, look at symmetry and identify areas of interest.

  • Tailored massage/rehabilitation session: Depending on your horse, this may include techniques such as soft tissue mobilisation, myofascial release, gentle stretching, joint mobilisation (where safe and appropriate), and aftercare guidance for you as owner/carer.

  • After‐care advice: I’ll talk through what I found, how your horse responded, what to monitor, and any suggestions you may wish to pick up between visits.

  • Follow-up recommendations: If beneficial, we’ll discuss when a further session might be helpful and how you and your horse might maintain optimum condition between visits.