Dynamic Horse and Rider

22/04/2026

If any of my 4 leggeds owners are needing physio/rehab I am offering ACC services out of True North Yoga studio.

Far North Physiotherapy and Massage offers a range of treatments to support recovery, movement, and overall wellbeing.

Based at True North Yoga (4 Ward St), Ameya is an experienced local physiotherapist with over 13 years of experience supporting people across the Far North, from athletes to the elderly and those managing ongoing conditions.

Services include:
💆‍♀️ Therapeutic Massage
🏃‍♂️ Sports Massage
👐 Myofascial Release
✨ Cupping Therapy
➕ Physiotherapy

With a strong foundation in anatomy, physiology, and tissue healing, each session is tailored to what your body needs.

👉 You can find Far North Physiotherapy & Massage in the Te Hiku Directory. Link below in the comments.

Photo credits Far North Physiotherapy and Massage

11/04/2026

This diagram is a great representation of a horse’s core welfare needs, most people would agree that movement and exercise sits right alongside things like foraging, social interaction, and basic care.

But this is where I think we miss something important in exercise.

Preparing and maintaining a horse for ridden work is more than just climbing on and riding.

I can't even count how many times I hear "oh I just want a horse I can ride".

In reality, how a horse moves and is conditioned is what determines whether their body can actually cope with carrying a rider long term.

Developing a strong, functional core, maintaining range of motion, and building progressive strength through things like stretching, groundwork, transitions, pole work, and appropriate loading isn’t “extra” it’s what makes that welfare component meaningful.

When horses are started this way, many of the back issues we see later are largely preventable. Not because we’re doing something advanced, but because we’re respecting how the body works.

What I find challenging is the perception that this approach is optional something “extra” you do if you’re particularly invested.

If we normalised this as the starting point, rather than the exception, we’d likely see far fewer horses struggling with the same preventable issues.

Then there's the importance of the rider being in riding condition, not just the horse (that's another topic). You want a horse you can ride, your horse wants a rider that is balanced 😌.

Personally I think its time we stop treating these things as optional.

Image adapted from Equitation Science International with AI.

13/10/2025

Its no joke 😂😭😱

18/07/2025

That's true 😁
credits: Born in The Barn

09/07/2025

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02/07/2025

Welcome to the very first SRT Podcast! In this new and exciting series, we will be adding another layer to our ever-popular lay summaries of equine research as part of our commitment to making research accessible for all.

Trust founder Dr Anne Bondi kicks off with a summary of ''The Role of Equestrian Professionals in Saddle Fit for Horses and Riders in the United Kingdom'' by Russell Mackechnie-Guire, Jane Williams, Diana Fisher and Kathryn Nankervis

This research aimed to understand how equestrian professionals within a multi-disciplinary team interact with their clients and with others within the team on matters of saddle fit, and to identify what the various professions perceive as the most common issues in saddle fit for the horse and rider.

Whether you're sat down with a cuppa, out riding or busy mucking out, we hope that you enjoy the podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/saddle-research-trust/id1822316641

24/06/2025

If anyone between Kaitaia and Kerikeri region would like a physiotherapy assessment/session for horse or dog I am heading down on Thursday 🐴🐶🦄.
PM if interested 😊

28/05/2025

If anyone around the Kerikeri region would like a physiotherapy assessment/session for horse or dog I am arranging a trip in the next 2 weeks. Please contact me if interested 😊.

21/03/2025

I have equine physiotherapy sessions available on Friday the 28th of March at the Kaitaia RDA. Please PM to enquire 😊.

25/12/2024

So cute 😍 🐂

21/12/2024

Merry Christmas everyone 🎄
I will be available for local physiotherapy services over the holidays, Far North/ Kaitaia region for horses, riders and dogs.
I can make time for urgent or essential rehab south of Doubtless Bay, a vet referral is required.
PM to book 🐴🎄
Have a horsey Christmas 👏

10/11/2024