Certified Equissage Graduates:
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Oregon
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Jennisse
Ashley E.S.M.T.
619-855-5640
neelyjoey2@aol.com
Jennisse is a certified Equine Sports Massage Therapist in the
Poway area of San Diego County
Jennisse has an extensive background and a lot of experience
with horses ranging from riding jumpers in Germany to taking
Girl Scouts out on horse camping treks. She started with her
first horse in Fort Sill, OK. at age10, and later became an
Animal Science Major at UC Davis and then an Equissage
California graduate where she began her career as an Equine
Sports Massage Therapist.
At present, she is a Pony Club Mom in Poway, Ca. Where her
daughter is a member and competes with their 4 horses in 3-Day
Eventing.
Her love for animals and especially horses brought her to
Equissage Ca. and it is her prayer and intention to use Equine
Sports Massage as a way to bring relief, healing and health to
the lives of all the horses that she works on.
Amy
Cox E.S.M.T.
Website:
www.acequinemassage.com
Email:
acequinemassage@gmail.com
Phone: Texas 817-829-5372, California 760-705-TROT
Amy
is a certified Equine Sports Massage Therapist
serving Southern California and North Texas. Her
practice is devoted to preserving the athlete in
every horse.
Having ridden with English and Western trainers, Amy
is familiar with the issues facing equine athletes
across many disciplines. A student of natural
horsemanship in the tradition of Ray Hunt and Tom
Dorrance, she strives to understand the
communication and needs of our equine partners.
Focused attention on her clients' response to
massage allows Amy to identify the source of
stiffness, pain or discomfort and provide relief. In
addition to remedying pain, her mission is to
elevate your horse's physical soundness and overall
health. Sports massage creates more efficient,
comfortable movement and aids in injury prevention.
Whether you compete or ride for fun, incorporating
massage will result in a happier, healthier and
better performing horse.
Colter
Deupree CMT
Office: 714-316-4416
Email:
ColterDeupree@aol.com
State Certified Massage Therapist, Specializing in Equine
Massage and Alpaca Animals
Colter Deupree is a state
certified equine massage therapist in California. After having
been a massage therapist specializing in sports therapy for five
years, Colter decided to broaden his practice to work
specifically with Horses and Alpaca animals. Colter had always
wanted to work with animals from a very young age and now he
devotes his experience to them. A horse's body consists of 65%
muscle, add the weight of a rider and a saddle and you can guess
that the horse will have some type of muscle issues. Colter can
provide that relief from any stage whether it is acute or
chronic. Colter is a caring and compassionate massage therapist
always making sure the animals are comfortable and happy.
Colter's other love is focusing on alpaca animals as he is
working on having his own alpaca farm soon. Whether it
is surfing, playing golf or snowboarding, Colter loves being
outdoors in nature.
Feel free to call Colter to set up an appointment for your
horses or alpaca animals at 714-316-4416.
Natalie
Hill E.S.M.T.
760-473-8412
natyhxd@aol.com
Growing up riding horses, I always knew that I
wanted to make a career centered around these gorgeous animals.
Because I could never afford to have a horse of my own, I would
ride any horse I could get my hands on which has given me
priceless experience with numerous horses and their behaviors,
various training methods, and experience riding both English and
Western.
It has been a passion of mine to not only aid in
the rehabilitation and wellbeing of these amazing athletes but
to also help prevent injuries and allow them to safely perform
to the best of their abilities. Likewise, the pleasure
horses who so willingly and lovingly carry their riders deserve
the comfort that massage offers.
As a certified Equine Sports Massage Therapist by
Equissage California, it would be my pleasure to work on your
horse. I am available in San Diego County. Please
contact me for an appointment.
John Krause ESMT
Los Angeles and Orange County
john188@mail.com
858-922-3999
John Krause has been involved in
the holistic health field for over 12 years and has developed a
wide-ranging skill set that includes massage, Pilates,
NeuroKinetic Therapy and Postural Therapy. He has worked with a
broad range of human clients, helping top athletes optimize
performance and the average person obtain a pain-free and more
"fit" body. His studies and practice have led to the development
of a keen eye for movement and a masterful touch for releasing
tight muscles and balancing the body. With Equissage, he
combines his love for animals and his desire to help relieve
pain through conscious bodywork into an exciting and dynamic
opportunity for the equine community. Whether your horse is a
top show horse or a weekend pleasure horse, each is an amazing
athlete in its own right and can benefit greatly from regular or
even occasional massage treatments.
Krystle Schmidt ESMT
909)649-4243
KrystleSchmidtESMT@aol.com
Krystle has loved horses ever since she could remember. She
started riding lessons at the age of five and her passion grew.
Growing up she trained under western and english disciplines,
dabbing in the experiences of english pleasure, jumping, barrel
racing and pole bending. A little later in life she became
fascinated with the sport of rodeo as well. She held rodeo queen
titles such as Miss Rodeo Jurupa and Miss Rodeo Phelan. Krystle
also enjoys the simple pleasures of trail riding in new places
and is a current member of San Bernardino Horsemen's
Association.
Krystle is a certified ESMT, an IAAMT lifetime member, and is
following her dream of giving back to the horse. Horses are held
at a very high standard and are very urgent to give what we ask.
She believes in taking care of our athletes so they are able to
perform comfortably. Krystle is practicing in the inland empire,
San Bernardino and Riverside counties.
Carol Spangler ESMT
(909) 573-4983
Email: Wrks4good@aol.com
Website: www.Wrks4good.com
I have had horses for about 40 years now. I grew up with horses
in the backyard, with my mother breeding the mares, and me
riding anything that was old enough. In my twenties, I started
showing in Western Pleasure, Trail, and Native Costume. For the
last several years I have been focusing on learning Dressage and
have shown in Training and 1st Level. I currently own 2
Half-Arabians.
I have had a passion for helping horses through massage for many
years and have spent a lot of time working on my own horses.
Now, being certified from Equissage in Equine Sports Massage
Therapy, I look forward to helping even more horses. I have
found it very rewarding to see how the horses react during a
full body massage. They get so relaxed. But what really excites
me is when I can visibly see the muscle spasms dissipate as I am
working on them.
Give me a call or email me for an appointment. I can come to
your barn or meet you at a show.
Serving Southern California from Burbank down to Temecula, Ca.
Rose
Valentine. Certified E.S.M.T..
(510) 917-4526
Equit8.us@gmail.com
Beginning at age 4, Rose grew up riding all over the bay area
and being around horses whenever she could. Basic english led to
a brief period of eventing where she ultimately discovered her
true passion, dressage. At 15 she met who would become her
trainer, mentor, and confidant, David Ventura. For the past 12
years she has had, not only the pleasure of riding and training
with David, but also the priveledge of working for him,
Assisting in general care, breeding, and training horses of all
levels and breeds as well as other disciplines.
Coming from a background of
holistic approach and witnessing first hand the efforts of these
top athletes, Rose recently enjoyed another priveledge of
completeing her E.S.M.T. certification through Equissage under
the tutelage of Sabrina Kohoutek, furthuring her knowledge and
love for compassionate horsemanship and desire to help all
horses heal and bring out their fullest potential. Rose is based
at Ventura Farm in Brentood, Ca but travels all over Alameda and
Contra Costa Counties. For more information on David visit
Venturafarm.com.
Meredith Watt E.S.M.T.
www.mymanesqueeze.com
wattshername@gmail.com
858-232-2350
Like many horse lovers, Meredith Grew up obsessed and in awe of
these magnificent beings. She has traveled the world and has
experienced the Western Horses of Missouri; The English horses
of the East Coast and The horses of the Paniolo’s, the Hawaiian
Cowboys. Throughout her life, keeping her heart and hands
connected to their magical spirit. These life experiences along
with her education and training at Equissage California have
taught her that no matter what discipline, all horses can
benefit from Equine Sports Massage Therapy.
Meredith applies Sports Massage Therapy combined with her
spiritual connection which together creates peace and harmony in
the bodies and hearts of the horses she touches. She has a
special affinity to the senior horse which can often contribute
to a horse aging gracefully.
Meredith is available to work on horses in North San Diego
County.
Darlene
Wurzer
909-762-2670
Darlene.Wurzer@gmail.com
I’ve been working with animals all my life in one way or
another, from ownership, rescue work and rehabilitation. Massage
Therapy is just a natural extension and way to maintain the well
being of horses.
Making your animal partner feel good will make him just that
much more willing to give you his all,
and will expand both of your experiences working together.
I’m located in the Pomona Valley area of Southern California,
near the LA County Fair Grounds.
Available in the Inland Empire for you and your horses needs.”
Zeller
Equine Massage Services
Laura Zeller E.S.M.T.
www.laurazeller.com
zellerlaura@yahoo.com
858-692-8606
San Diego County
Laura’s love of horses and dedication to improving their overall
health, comfort, and well being, has joined her with the
exciting world of Equine Massage. After experiencing the
positive results of massage in her own horses, many of which are
rescues, she decided to concentrate on a rewarding career in
Equine Sports Massage Therapy. Her deep connection and ability
to understand horses makes her a valuable asset to any equine
maintenance program. Laura received her training and
certification from Equissage California, the world’s oldest and
foremost equine massage school, and is a member of the
International Association of Animal Massage Therapists. Zeller
Equine Massage serves all of San Diego County.
Sarah Andre E.S.M.T.
(707) 349-1251
sarah_andre8@yahoo.com
Encinitas area, San Diego,
California
Sarah is a certified Equine
Sports Massage Therapist in the Encinitas area of San Diego
California.
Sarah is a student of natural Horsemanship under the Pat Parelli
program and aspires to become a certified Parelli instructor as
well. She has a deep connection with horses which enables her to
listen and communicate with them effectively. Through Sports
Massage your horse will not only be able to use their bodies to
the fullest potential, but it will also help to prevent
injuries! Horses are the ultimate athlete and it is her passion
to help them prevent injuries and to perform to the best of
their athletic abilities if not better.
Call or email her to make an appointment, and see what
massage will do for your horse!
(707) 349-1251
sarah_andre8@yahoo.com
Heather Porter, P.T.,
E.S.M.T.
(559) 240-0310
Fresno/Clovis Area and Central California
Heather is a certified Equine Massage Therapist in the Fresno
County and Central California Area.
Heather went to CSU Fresno for her Master’s in Physical Therapy
and graduated in 2000. She lives in Clovis, CA, and works
part-time as a Physical Therapist. She is branching out into the
Equestrian world working with the Equine Athlete, as well as the
Equestrian athlete with her company EQUISPORTS THERAPY
SOLUTIONS.
Heather starting riding at age 9 and grew up on a horse ranch in
Washington state. After having to give them up when she moved to
Southern California for school, her love of horses has never
been far from her heart. It is now a passion of hers to aid in
the rehabilitation and wellness of performance horses of all
breeds and abilities.
When Heather found Equissage, CA, she was searching for
something that would fill her heart with joy and satisfaction.
She soon discovered that Horse Massage was the answer. Horses
are the ultimate athletes and it is her passion to help prevent
injuries, reduce muscle tension and allow them to perform at
their highest potential.
It is her intention and desire to use Equine Massage Therapy as
a way to bring relief, healing and health to the lives of every
horse she works on.
Heather is a member of the International Association of Animal
Massage Therapists, IAAMT. Heather is a Licensed Physical
Therapist by the Physical Therapy Board of California.
Call or email her to make an appointment for a FREE Evaluation,
and see what Massage can do for your horse!
(559) 240-0310,
hportermpt@comcast.net
Dwayne Johnstone
- ProEquine Therapy
(661)755-9882
ProEquineTherapy@yahoo.com
www.proequinetherapy.com
www.facebook.com/dwaynejohnstoneEquineMassage
Dwayne has been trained and certified by Equissage in Equine Sports Massage. He has also sought outside training in myofascial release, acupressure, and red light therapy. He is always looking to learn more as well.
Dwayne offers his services to Southern California Equine Athletes mainly in the Greater Los Angeles area but also travels to serve his clients. Dwayne creates a connection with the horse in a very gentle and soothing way which optimizes trust and allows him to optimize the treatment and results. He works with all breeds, disciplines, and difficulty levels. Dwayne enjoys working with 4-H kids and horses as well as the high performance racehorse and everything in between.
Contact Dwayne directly to make an appointment.
Dwayne Johnstone PH# (661)755-9882
or
ProEquineTherapy@yahoo.com
Nevada
Ashley Burbank - Clark County
Mekala Burkhart - Reno
Iranda Dyer - Las Vegas
Chelsea Stimson - Reno
Ashley Burbank E.M.S.T.
Clark County
Serving Las Vegas Metropolitan area
Cell: (702) 513-3125
Home: (702) 476-4412
Email: alburbank@gmail.com
Mekala
Burkhart L.M.T. & E.S.M.T.
TahoeEquineSportsMassage@gmail.com
(415) 420-0341
Serving the Auburn/ Tahoe/ Reno Area
Mekala Burkhart is certified in Equine Sports Massage and is a
Licensed Massage Therapist (NCBTMB) as well. Having grown up and
spent her life around horses, she naturally gravitated towards
Equine Massage after starting her career in Massage Therapy.
With this background, Mekala is specially geared to maintain the
athletic performance of both Horse and Rider. Please contact her
for more information, prices, and locations.
www.facebook.com/TahoeEquineSportsMassage
Iranda Dyer
702-606-6746
Las Vegas Nevada
Irandadyer@gmail.com
“If we are going to ask our horse
to be and athlete, we must treat him like an athlete.”
Getting her first taste of horseback
riding lessons at the age of eight, Iranda Dyer has become an
avid equestrian competing in English & Western Pleasure,
Jumping, Dressage, Barrel Racing and Gymkhana. Raised in Sunny
San Diego, she was able to have the opportunity to ride, train
and compete on many different horses ranging from: Saddlebreds,
Arabians, Thoroughbred’s and Quarter horses. Horses are not
just a hobby, they are a passion for Iranda and giving back to
the equestrian community through massage is her number one
goal. Iranda currently resides in the North West side of Las
Vegas with her husband, horse and two dogs. She is happily
offering Equine Sports Massage and stretching services
throughout the entire valley.
Chelsey Stimson E.S.M.T.
Email: EliteEquineSMT@gmail.com
Phone: (757) 803-8794
Chelsey is a certified Equine Sports
Massage Therapist serving the Reno area of Nevada based out of
Fallon.
As a barrel racer, Chelsey
understands the incredible athleticism that horses possess, as
well as the strain that horses undergo in all disciplines and
events. This is why she is so passionate about equine massage
and the benefits it can provide to all horses, including (but
not limited to) serious competitors. Considering equine massage
can improve a horse’s performance while promoting health and
preventing injuries, Chelsey believes that massage is an
incredible tool and asset to all horse owners who are concerned
about their horses well being and want them to be able to
perform to their full potential sound and as pain free as
possible.
Chelsey is available to work on all breeds and disciplines, from
professionals to weekend warriors in the Fallon/CarsonCity/Reno
area. If you want your horse to experience the many benefits of
massage contact Chelsey at: EliteEquineSMT@gmail.com or (757)
803-8794.
Oregon
Lisa Ethell - Central
Oregon
Emmeline Hopkins
Lisa Ethell,
E.S.M.T.
Website:
www.fullheartsequinemassage.com
Email:
lisa@fullheartsequinemassage.com
Phone: 909-731-2882
Lisa has been
involved with Arabian horses for the last 20 years. This
involvement includes working on various Arabian farms, breeding
and raising her own foals and showing on a National level.
Lisa has gained invaluable experience working for some of the
top Arabian trainers in the country. She has bred foals
that have gone on to be successful show horses. Since
2005, Lisa has held many titles in the Arabian show circuit.
Among them were Scottsdale Champion, Canadian Reserve National
Champion and United States National Champion.
Through her
involvement with the show horse industry, Lisa realized the need
to treat these horses as the athletes they are but wanted a more
holistic approach. So she looked into horse massage and
found Equissage. Lisa soon found the benefits this hands
on therapy has to the horse. It was through this training
that Lisa learned how to give back to the horses that give so
much to us.
Lisa is member
of the International Association of Animal Massage Therapists,
the Arabian Horse Association and the United States Equestrian
Federation.
Lisa will be
traveling to most major Arabian horse shows and is also
available for ranch calls in the Central Oregon Area.
Evergreen
Equine Sports Massage
Emmeline Hopkins
360-674-8135
Emmeline.hopkins@gmail.com
www.evergreen-equine.com
Twitter: @evergreenequine
Emmeline grew up in Washington and has been around horses for
many years. Her love and passion for healing and helping horses
has led her not only to Equissage but also to a bachelors degree
in Equine Sciences and a minor in Agricultural Business
Management. Emmeline has enjoyed showing throughout her youth
including competing and coaching for the Intercollegiate Horse
Show Association Equestrian Team. She currently lives in
Stanwood, WA. Emmeline is a Certified E.S.M.T. through
Equissage California and has a unique ability to ‘listen to the
horse’. Emmeline's work will undoubtedly improve your horses
performance, reduce his risk of injury, and relieve undue stress
and tension among many other benefits. Emmeline takes clients
from Poulsbo to Monroe and Bellingham to Corvallis, OR.
Texas
Amy Cox - So. California / North
Texas
Amy
Cox E.S.M.T.
Amy is a
certified Equine Sports Massage Therapist serving Southern
California and North Texas. Her practice is devoted to
preserving the athlete in every horse.
Having
ridden with English and Western trainers, Amy is familiar
with the issues facing equine athletes across many
disciplines. A student of natural horsemanship in the
tradition of Ray Hunt and Tom Dorrance, she strives to
understand the communication and needs of our equine
partners.
Focused
attention on her clients' response to massage allows Amy to
identify the source of stiffness, pain or discomfort and
provide relief. In addition to remedying pain, her mission
is to elevate your horse's physical soundness and overall
health. Sports massage creates more efficient, comfortable
movement and aids in injury prevention. Whether you compete
or ride for fun, incorporating massage will result in a
happier, healthier and better performing horse.
Utah
Kathy Webb
Kathy
Webb
Kathy Webb lives and rides in the mountains of central Utah, where she is also a natural barefoot hoof care provider and riding instructor. She has competed in eventing and jumpers, and is now bringing her third horse into the world of endurance riding. Competing in the extreme sport of endurance has taught Kathy to listen to her horses and take care of them the way any true athlete should be taken care of.
As an Equissage certified equine sports massage therapist, Kathy brings pain relief and healing, as well as increased fitness, circulation, muscle tone, and range of motion to the horses in her care. All equine athletes, regardless of their discipline, will benefit from the massage therapy, stretching, and saddle fitting assessment offered.
Contact Kathy at 435-660-1000 if your horse suffers from any of the many muscular challenges that all athletes face from time to time such as: sore back, muscle spasms, shoulder, hip, or stifle lameness, stiffness, incorrect leads, attitude changes, etc. Equine sports massage can relieve these issues as well as aid in injury prevention. Don’t give up on your dreams and goals when your horse hurts, but help your equine athlete reach the potential they were born for. Equine sports massage therapy is your solution!
Focused
attention on her clients' response to massage allows Amy to
identify the source of stiffness, pain or discomfort and
provide relief. In addition to remedying pain, her mission
is to elevate your horse's physical soundness and overall
health. Sports massage creates more efficient, comfortable
movement and aids in injury prevention. Whether you compete
or ride for fun, incorporating massage will result in a
happier, healthier and better performing horse.
Washington
Emmeline
Hopkins
Evergreen
Equine Sports Massage
Emmeline Hopkins
360-674-8135
Emmeline.hopkins@gmail.com
www.evergreen-equine.com
Twitter: @evergreenequine
Emmeline grew up in Washington and has been around horses for
many years. Her love and passion for healing and helping horses
has led her not only to Equissage but also to a bachelors degree
in Equine Sciences and a minor in Agricultural Business
Management. Emmeline has enjoyed showing throughout her youth
including competing and coaching for the Intercollegiate Horse
Show Association Equestrian Team. She currently lives in
Stanwood, WA. Emmeline is a Certified E.S.M.T. through
Equissage California and has a unique ability to ‘listen to the
horse’. Emmeline's work will undoubtedly improve your horses
performance, reduce his risk of injury, and relieve undue stress
and tension among many other benefits. Emmeline takes clients
from Poulsbo to Monroe and Bellingham to Corvallis, OR.
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