A scientific review on training surfaces and the effects on horse performance
Introduction Soundness and quality of performance are the main reasons of creating a synthetic training surface. Holt (2013) suggests...
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Whats on...
Lily organizes webinars, educational days and clinics tailored for equine facilities such as livery yards, riding schools, Pony Clubs, riding clubs, and colleges, providing an excellent opportunity to enhance knowledge about horse welfare in a fun and engaging way. These events can be customized to focus on specific topics of interest, ensuring they meet the needs of each yard or group. Topics include equine massage, groundwork exercises, mobilisations, stretching, light tough techniques and exercises for winter turnout restrictions!
How to improve your horses posture
This session offers a comprehensive approach to understanding horse anatomy and how various body parts influence conformation, posture, stability, balance, soundness, and performance. Participants will have the opportunity to assess their own horses' posture and identify areas for improvement, followed by demonstrations of effective in-stable exercises to enhance their horses' physical condition. The discussion will also include dynamic, in-movement exercises that can be performed in the arena in hand, helping to develop better postural alignment and overall performance through movement.
TYPOGRAPHY
Muscle madness at Meesdenbury livery stables
11th July 2025
The massage techniques for owners clinic at Meesdenbury stables was a huge success! I had a fantastic time sharing some introductory massage techniques and palpation skills with everyone. It was great to connect with so many friendly faces and I think it’s safe to say the horses enjoyed their work. Thanks to Serena Mallow for organising a great day and providing us all with some delicious refreshments!
If hosting a day like this sounds fun to you, get in touch to find out more!
PC anatomy workshop
5th August 2025
What a brilliant afternoon we had with Petasfield Ponyclub at their summer camp, demonstrating how different parts of the musculoskeletal system function to do different jobs and maneuvers. Elmer did such a good job standing still whilst eating a ginormous hay-net made by one of the members!
If you think this could be a fun day for your PC get in touch to find out more!
Trec training camp demonstration
23rd May 2026
We had a great day demonstrating at the TREc. Training Day hosted by Jill Perry, BHSAI Freelance Accredited Coach and TREC TD/Judge!
We discussed equine anatomy and the importance of understanding how the horse’s body works, before exploring some practical massage techniques. We also had the opportunity to use a live painted horse to bring the anatomy to life and help demonstrate how the underlying muscles and structures relate to movement and hands-on therapy.
A fantastic day of learning, discussion and sharing knowledge with horse owners and riders. Thank you to Jill for hosting such a great event and to everyone who took part!
Blog...
Don't forget to keep up with Lily's blog posts which will be available soon! She posts a mixture of scientific articles and more basic yet important information on how to make your horse as comfortable as possible between treatments!
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