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California

Jennisse Ashley - San Diego County
Amy Cox - So. California / North Texas
Colter Deupree - California
Natalie Hill - San Diego County
John Krause - Los Angeles and Orange County
Carol Spangler - Southern California
Meredith Watt - North San Diego County
Darlene Wurzer - So. California/Pomona Valley
Laura Zeller - San Diego County
Sarah Andre - Encinitas area of San Diego
Heather Porter - Fresno/Clovis Area and Central California

 


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 State Certified Massage therapistColter 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

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.

 

 


 

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.

 

 


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 - EquissageDarlene 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

 


Nevada

Ashley Burbank - Clark County


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

 

 


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.

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.

 


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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