Hi, I'm Sarah

I'm the Equine Sports Massage and Rehabilitation Therapist behind Hands for Horses.

I'm passionate about helping horses to feel their best, whatever their level. Read on to discover more about my story.

Training & Qualifications

I am a fully qualified and insured Equine Sports Massage and Rehabilitation Therapist (Cert.ESMT). I studied with Wolds Equine Rehabilitation and Training which is accredited by UK Rural Skills, and I am registered with the IAAMB (International Association of Animal Massage & Body work).

I am passionate about CPD and since qualifying have undertaken further study allowing me to offer Low Level Laser Therapy as part of my treatments.

Equestrian Experience

I have had a passion for horses all of my life and have been lucky enough to own, ride and train a number of horses over the years and also worked as a groom on eventing/show jumping yards, backed youngsters and generally had a go at most equestrian activities, dressage, showjumping, eventing, sidesaddle, polo, hunting, pleasure rides.

My heart horse - Max

Inspiration

I didn’t set out to be an Equine Massage Therapist. It all began with my heart horse Max who sadly had to be put to sleep at only 13 and then Joey a young horse I bought unseen from Ireland. Joey had ongoing back/muscle issues and needed regular treatments. I found that I just wanted to learn as much as I could to help him. I watched him get massages and osteopathic treatments for months, before I finally decided to take a course and learn how to do it myself. From there I started treating other people’s horses building my business as I went. There is nothing more rewarding than a message from a client post treatment letting you know how much better their horse is feeling!