Animal Bodywork Academy of New England

12/31/2025

Your hands aren’t your only tools—your body is.

Poor biomechanics shorten careers, dull touch, and lead to chronic pain. Good mechanics support clarity, consistency, and longevity.

We teach how to work with your body, not through it.

Applications for the upcoming Equine Massage Professional Program are now open.

Explore the Equine Massage Professional Program Gain a clear understanding of our commitment to training skilled equine bodywork professionals through a comprehensive curriculum and hands-on workshops that prepare you for a rewarding career. Our mission is to train skilled, ethical, and confident eq...

12/28/2025

A quiet horse isn’t always a comfortable horse.

Subtle signals—breathing, muscle tension, weight shifts—often tell you more than dramatic reactions. Missing them increases risk and reduces effectiveness.

We teach students how to read the early conversation, not just react to the loud one.

Applications are open.

Explore the Equine Massage Professional Program Gain a clear understanding of our commitment to training skilled equine bodywork professionals through a comprehensive curriculum and hands-on workshops that prepare you for a rewarding career. Our mission is to train skilled, ethical, and confident eq...

12/25/2025

Most injuries don’t happen during “bad moments.”
They happen during almost fine ones.

Where you stand, how you move, and how you manage space around the horse directly affect safety—for both of you.

Professional safety is a learned skill, not a disclaimer.

Applications for our next cohort are open.

Explore the Equine Massage Professional Program Gain a clear understanding of our commitment to training skilled equine bodywork professionals through a comprehensive curriculum and hands-on workshops that prepare you for a rewarding career. Our mission is to train skilled, ethical, and confident eq...

12/25/2025

12/22/2025

Personal safety is part of professional responsibility.

Equine bodyworkers often work alone, in unfamiliar barns or private properties. Clear boundaries, intake protocols, situational awareness, and exit planning aren’t optional—they’re professional skills.

At the Animal Bodywork Academy of New England, personal protection is taught alongside technique.

Applications are now open.

Explore the Equine Massage Professional Program Gain a clear understanding of our commitment to training skilled equine bodywork professionals through a comprehensive curriculum and hands-on workshops that prepare you for a rewarding career. Our mission is to train skilled, ethical, and confident eq...

12/20/2025

Just read this post by Koper Equine. Very informative and worth a look. It is A&P heavy but she ties it to real world examples. https://www.facebook.com/share/p/1BQEhdgKXj/?mibextid=wwXIfr

12/17/2025

12/17/2025

Applications are now open.

I’m excited to officially share that the Animal Bodywork Academy of New England Equine Massage Professional Program.

This program is designed for students who want more than techniques—who value solid anatomy, thoughtful assessment, horse-centered practice, and professional mentorship.

If you’ve been waiting for a program that emphasizes clarity, consent, and real-world skill—not shortcuts—this may be the right next step for you.

👉 Learn more and apply here:https://www.animalbodyworkacademy.com/

Applications are reviewed individually, and space is limited.

I’m looking forward to reading your applications and welcoming the next group of students.
— Lisa

Enhancing the Quality of Life for Animals Science-backed bodywork education, taught with heart. Who We Are. I’m Lisa Turcotte, NBCAAM-certified equine massage practitioner, board member of NBCAAM, and former Equine Program Administrator at Bancroft School of Massage Therapy. For seven years I help...

12/17/2025

Applications are now open.

I’m excited to officially share that the Animal Bodywork Academy of New England Program.

This program is designed for students who want more than techniques—who value solid anatomy, thoughtful assessment, horse-centered practice, and professional mentorship.

🎥 This short video gives you a feel for the philosophy behind the program and the kind of practitioner we’re training.
If you’ve been waiting for a program that emphasizes clarity, consent, and real-world skill—not shortcuts—this may be the right next step for you.

👉 Learn more and apply here:https://www.animalbodyworkacademy.com/
Applications are reviewed individually, and space is limited.

I’m looking forward to reading your applications and welcoming the next group of students.
— Lisa

12/02/2025

Thinking about becoming an animal bodyworker? Check out our latest article.

What New Students Need to Know Before They Begin Most people start their animal bodywork journey with a simple thought: “I love animals and I want to help them feel better.” It’s a wonderful place to begin — but there’s a lot more to becoming a skilled equine or small-animal practitioner t...

11/07/2025

There are lots of reasons why your horse’s notes are late but this is by far the cutest!