Serenity Equine LLC

Serenity Equine LLC Allison Strauss, EEBW. Holistic, Hands-on Equine Bodywork & Massage | Supporting Mind-Body Connection, Overall Wellness, & Prevention. Various Modalities.

Whole Horse Approach.

Looking for an equine bodyworker? 🐴Serenity Equine is currently accepting new clients, booking into May & June! Also, if...
04/29/2026

Looking for an equine bodyworker? 🐴Serenity Equine is currently accepting new clients, booking into May & June! Also, if you are in these surrounding areas we have a few last-minute openings on the following dates in May (limited slots avail):

🗓Wed, 5/6 - Smyrna/Camden, DE
🗓Thurs, 5/7 - Reisterstown, MD
🗓Tues, 5/19 - Coatesville/Cochranville/West Grove, PA

No gadgets, no machines, no tools! Certified EEBW and insured. Completely hands-on manual bodywork, utilizing various modalities, considering the whole horse:

✅Soft Tissue Mobilization (STM)
✅Sports Massage
✅Craniosacral Therapy Techniques
✅Range of Motion & Positioning Exercises
✅Focal Point Work (Stress & Trigger Points)
✅Stretching
✅Energy Work & Connection

Spots fill quickly so please connect with us to schedule an appt - call/text 302.415.0932 or send us a Facebook message!

04/27/2026

Holding space and creating SERENITY. The importance of the pause during a bodywork session...we step back and give the horse time and space to process and release both physical + emotional tension, resulting in a more balanced and relaxed state. The power of touch is truly incredible! 🤲🏻 Our sessions are always horse-led.

🗓️ Interested in scheduling an appt with us? Call/text 302.415.0932 or send us a Facebook or Instagram message!

04/21/2026

The Pectoral muscles are often overlooked by many when it comes to dysfunction! But they should never be overlooked as they play an important role.

These muscles aid in the support & movement of the shoulder, adduct the forelimb, assisting nearby muscles too.
If there is dysfunction in these areas, it can limit the up/down shoulder movement, as well as make it more challenging for the horse to support their trunk (barrel), affecting the recoil/suspension and shock absorption. Dysfunction in this area can also affect the neck and other areas of the body - everything is connected!

The Pectorals are made up of 4 different muscles:

1️⃣ Transverse pectoral
2️⃣ Ascending pectoral
3️⃣ Descending pectoral
4️⃣ Subclavius

Signs of tightness, tension, and soreness in these muscles:
🔻Struggling to lift through the withers
🔻Girth sensitivity
🔻Trouble protracting (extending) the forelimbs
🔻Issues picking up correct leads
🔻Behavioral issues (irritability, nipping, etc.)
🔻Choppy, short strides
🔻Tension or stiffness in poll & neck
& more!

What can cause issues in these areas?
🔹Ill-fitting tack/saddle
🔹Training & poor use of training aids
🔹Compensatory issues/pain
🔹Unbalanced rider
🔹Hoof issues/discomfort
🔹Misuse or overuse of muscles
🔹Confirmation
🔹Past injury/trauma
🔹Being ridden or worked heavy on the forehand

Equine bodywork & massage can help help relieve tension, tightness & soreness in these areas, and also help identify the root cause of the issue. A holistic approach looks at the entire body!

We are dedicated to providing exceptional bodywork services and value our clients' feedback! Please feel free to leave u...
04/20/2026

We are dedicated to providing exceptional bodywork services and value our clients' feedback! Please feel free to leave us a review. At the top of our page, click 'Reviews' to share your experience. It is much appreciated. Thank you for choosing Serenity Equine. 🐴🩶

🐴🤲🏻 Stay connected with Serenity Equine: ensure you have our contact information!We are dedicated to providing 100% hand...
04/12/2026

🐴🤲🏻 Stay connected with Serenity Equine: ensure you have our contact information!
We are dedicated to providing 100% hands-on holistic bodywork & massage services utilizing various modalities. As a certified EEBW we address the whole horse individually. Our approach is horse-led and we understand the importance and power of human touch! We do not use any gadgets, tools or machines.

Feel free to call, text, email or send us a message here on Facebook or Instagram for more info, scheduling and pricing! We look forward to working with you and your equine partner(s)!

Let's discuss Pandiculations!🐴 One of the many positive responses to bodywork.Pandiculations are natural, self-stretchin...
04/07/2026

Let's discuss Pandiculations!🐴 One of the many positive responses to bodywork.
Pandiculations are natural, self-stretching responses that may occur during bodywork sessions, and each horse responds differently! We create a safe space where the horse can respond and express themselves freely.

This allows the nervous system to process changes and adapt in a positive, regulated way. This actively engages the brain and central nervous system, helping to reset muscle patterns and restore optimal function. In addition, it increases bloodflow and oxygen delivery throughout the body, supporting the horse’s natural healing and recovery processes!

Over time, this can also help release chronic or long-term tension, improve posture, correct uneven or crooked movement, leading to a more balanced and comfortable way of moving.

The body is incredible!

During your horse's bodywork session, CranioSacral Therapy techniques may be incorporated as necessary.🔵 What is CST? 🔵C...
03/27/2026

During your horse's bodywork session, CranioSacral Therapy techniques may be incorporated as necessary.

🔵 What is CST? 🔵
CranioSacral Therapy is a gentle and non-invasive approach that harmonizes with the body's natural rhythms to promote deep relaxation, balance, and overall well-being, facilitating the body's innate self-healing abilities! Through gentle touch and targeted holds, we can release tension in the nervous system.

This can help the horse to move with greater ease and fluidity, and effectively address the lasting impacts of trauma, injury, or chronic tension.

To book an appt with us, call/text 302.415.0932 or send us a Facebook message.

The Spinalis muscle is a deep muscle comprised of 3 parts - the dorsalis, cervicis, and thoracis - working together to s...
03/22/2026

The Spinalis muscle is a deep muscle comprised of 3 parts - the dorsalis, cervicis, and thoracis - working together to support the spine, particularly at the cervico-thoracic junction and it supports the scapula as well.

▫️The Spinalis cervicis attaches to C3/C4-C7 at the base of the neck.
▫️The Spinalis thoracis muscle is found at the withers, and attaches to T1-T6 vertebrae.
▫️The Spinalis dorsi continues along the back, connecting to both the lumbar & thoracic vertebrae processes.

The Spinalis provides support for the spine and allows side to side + up and down movement of the horse's head! Some indicators of tightness or restriction in this area include girthiness, short strides, stiffness, bending resistance, neck and head stiffness, and more.

03/22/2026

Check out the positive response from this horse as we were focusing on the area of the Spinalis. Our bodywork sessions are horse-led, and we pay close attention to all responses and releases! Want to learn more about the Spinalis muscle? Look out for our next post!🐴😁

ALL horses across various disciplines, breeds, ages, and sizes can benefit from routine bodywork.By utilizing various ma...
03/13/2026

ALL horses across various disciplines, breeds, ages, and sizes can benefit from routine bodywork.
By utilizing various manual modalities (no gadgets, tools or machines!) each with their own distinct purpose, every session is tailored to meet the specific needs of your horse.

Modalities offered (we may use multiple modalities in one session depending on your horse's needs):

🔸Soft Tissue Mobilization (STM)
🔸Sports Massage
🔸Range of Motion & Positioning Exercises
🔸Focal Point Work (Stress & Trigger Points)
🔸CranioSacral Therapy Techniques
🔸Stretching
🔸Energy Work

🗓️Limited slots avail for March - booking into April. To schedule an appt, please call/ text 302.415.0932 or send us a message here on Facebook!

We have a few last-minute openings this month in the following surrounding areas:Wed, 3/18 - Smyrna, DE & Dover, DE - 2 ...
03/11/2026

We have a few last-minute openings this month in the following surrounding areas:

Wed, 3/18 - Smyrna, DE & Dover, DE - 2 slots avail
Thurs, 3/19 - Doylestown, PA - 1 slot avail
Wed, 3/25 - Reisterstown, MD - 2 slots avail

Spots fill quickly so please connect with us to schedule an appt - call/text 302.415.0932 or send us a Facebook message!

03/11/2026

Check out this horse deeply processing during their bodywork session. 😄 Horses primarily communicate through body language, so it is crucial to be attentive to their responses! It's important to allow the horse to process the physical and emotional changes in their body. We recognize the individualized reactions and processing styles of each horse during every session.
Call/text 302.415.0932 or send us a message to schedule an appt!

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