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Equi’Sport Ease, Gold Coast (2025)

23/10/2025

The end of an intensive week of training in Victoria 🤓

I believe in continuous learning - in asking uncomfortable questions, in trial and error, in challenging old practices, and in staying patient and open-minded, always with the aim of doing better for the horse.

This week has brought a lot of reflection on my ongoing journey toward training and riding more ethically.

Thank you to the ESI team and Manuela McLean for the work perspective into how the horse’s brain works, how that influences their learning and movement, and how much we can improve under-saddle communication through better balance and posture.

30/09/2025

Just a few snapshots of groundwork lessons with Indi & Oscar! 🤗

We have spent quite a few sessions on desensitisation - not by simply throwing scary objects at the ponies and hoping for the best, but by teaching the kids how to:
- Put the basic responses in place first
- Use techniques that keep arousal levels low
- Read facial expressions and body language to spot stress early
- Prevent the flight response, and instead encourage interest

The goal: to trigger curiosity instead of fear, turning scary objects into things horses are willing to explore rather than avoid at all costs. To create safer, braver ponies - ones that would rather stand and look than do what nature programmed them to do… literally run for their lives! All this while having fun, because isn’t it the whole point? 😌

13/09/2025

Shoutout to one of my long-term clients and friend Josie, for such a nice progression over the past year with her pony, Robbie.

Josie only started riding a few years ago, and when she first began leasing Robbie, he was a very green, inexperienced, and easily spooked pony. Thanks to her commitment, willingness to learn and patience to understand her horse, they are now able to go clear over an 80 cm jumping course.

Even more importantly, Josie is developing a light, soft, and gentle, yet effective style of riding that makes me so proud to watch. The technical riding is one thing, but the emotional regulation is another: while she has never been one to unleash her frustration on her horse, it sure has been incredible to see her confidence in her own skills and abilities grow. That growth now allows her to handle Robbie’s occasional dislike of some fence or colors, with a kind yet firm approach.

Teaching is a passion and I do feel grateful for all the riders who trust me to assist them in their riding journey. It is an honor to help them progress towards their goals, whether it be competing, trail riding, learning to lunge or gain better handling skills. Always with the same dream in mind: making the horse a partner who doesn’t dread time spent with their humans 🫶🏻

04/05/2025

I am so impressed with Robbie’s recent progress. I have known this boy for years now and am so pleased to still be part of his journey - from being the best school pony to becoming a little bit more athletic. 🤭

Participating in developing supple, better balanced horses that engage and work correctly through their back, while respecting their physical integrity and emotional state is one of my biggest passion (and challenge!…). I feel very lucky for the few and very different horses I get to work with regularly. I learn from every single one of them, and are all pushing me to become a better horse person.

Thank you .emjay for trusting me with your precious boy ❤️

18/04/2025

Happy Easter 🐣 🍫

I do take bookings on public holidays, both for lessons and equine massage at no surcharge.

I still have a couple availabilities left on all the public holidays coming up, so if you’re looking at getting your horse a treatment but never have time because of work or other commitments, these are great days to get it done 🤗

09/03/2025

In the aftermath of Cyclone Alfred, I know many of our horses have had a rough few days, with little to no good sleep due to the intense winds and pouring rain - which hopefully will stop soon… To help them recover and get back to feeling their best, I will be offering a special $25 discount on equine massage sessions for the rest of March, as I know some of you will be busy with urgent repairs and cleaning up in the next few days.

I understand that many of us are dealing with flooding and other challenges, and with prices still going up everywhere (😳), I wanted to make it a little more affordable for you to help your horses feel better following this hectic weather.

Sessions will be only $60 (usually $85), however, there are a couple of conditions so I also can keep my business sustainable:

- At least 2 horses booked per property (does not need to be same owner).
- This special does not apply to existing package holders.

If you are interested, please book soon as there are already a fair few existing bookings over the next couple weeks (to which the discount applies if conditions are met!) and availabilities are filling up quickly. I also hope everyone is doing okay and the damages aren’t too overwhelming for you and your horses.

Stay safe, and I hope to see you soon 🌞

20/01/2025

They are all worthy.

Worthy of the same attention, care, love and commitment.

It is so rewarding working with horse owners who are so dedicated to their animals and committed to giving them their best. Whether it is supporting rehabilitation, identifying issues, maintaining their health and provide that extra moment of comfort, it is an honor to be part of their well-being journey.

Here is ’s little pony, Albert. While he is not a competition horse, he still faces the same stresses and risks that any horse can, simply by being a horse. That is why regular maintenance is essential - prevention is everything. Albert is living the dream - happy, healthy and sound. Only thing growing are his love handles! 🫣🤭

A big shoutout to Anna and all my clients - thank you for always doing your absolute best to ensure your horses are well, no matter the riding goals. Your horses are lucky to have you. 🫶🏻

24/12/2024

Merry Christmas and a Happy Holiday Season 🎄

Equi’Sport Ease is almost 1 year old and I am so grateful to everybody that’s been supporting me and trusting me with their animals. The journey is only starting, and I am looking forward to a new year with you all. Helping horses and their riders is a passion and I am incredibly thrilled to be doing this for a living.

Thank you so much to my clients, my friends, partner and family, colleagues and teachers for the trust, opportunity, support, advice, guidance and pep talk.

See you all in 2025 🍀

PS: stay tuned for the announcement of the Xmas Giveaway winner 🫣

18/12/2024

Bonjour ☀️

It’s that time of the year again!🎄

To celebrate the festive season, I’m giving away a FREE massage session for your horse (valued at $80)! 🤗

This is your chance to pamper your horse in the new year and experience the benefits of a sports massage session;

* Helps relieve muscle tension and soreness
* Improves flexibility and range of motion
* Enhances circulation and promotes relaxation
* Reduces stress and anxiety
* Supports faster recovery after exercise or injury
* … and many more!

To enter:
1. ❤️ Like this post
2. 🎅 Follow this account
3. 👯‍♀️ Tag 1 friend who would love this for their horse!
4. 🎁 Bonus entry: Share this post to your story and tag me!

The winner will be announced on December 25th, and booking can be made from January 10th, 2025. Must be within 25km of the Gold Coast QLD (or further for 3+ horses bookings).

Good luck and Joyeux Noël! 🎉🎄

17/08/2024

A large smile from Ishka to wish everybody a happy, sunny week end ☀️

26/05/2024

Nothing more rewarding than a yawning, happy pony 🫶🏻

20/05/2024

Bonjour ☀️

Did you know… it isn’t just about our horses looking nice and fancy?

As temperature is decreasing in Queensland and « winter » (🤭) is arriving, it seems like a good time to talk about the benefits of clipping. Now of course: if your horse only does the occasional light work, has specific health issues or if you don’t know how to rug properly, having your horse clipped isn’t a very smart move.

But if your horse is in regular work and your vet does not say otherwise, clipping can offer a bunch of benefits - such as the prevention of excessive sweating, which in turns reduces the risk of post-exercise chills. A thick coat is more likely to trap sweat, making it hard for the horse to dry after his workout. This can lead to significant discomfort, such as stiffness or cold-related muscle cramps. Imagine going for a run and keeping your sweaty clothes on while the temperature drops (outside. In the shade. And if unlucky, in the wind)…

When thick coats trap heat, it also retains dirt and moisture - which creates an ideal environment for bacterial and fungal infections to develop such as the infamous rain rot. Dense hair can also cause itching and discomfort, especially when it starts to shed or when rubbing on the gear used for riding. Clipping allows the skin to breath better, stay cleaner and dry quicker, therefore reducing the risk of skin irritations and infections.

A short coat makes subtle changes in muscle tone and overall health easier and quicker to detect - which facilitates timely interventions. Although, it still requires for us to look at our horses - and even dare I add, take the time to properly groom them. Every horse owner knows the relevance of noticing cuts or swelling as early as possible!

Again, it isn’t about having a fancy looking horse, nor keep your bodyworker’s hands from becoming black of dirt (although when possible, it is quite nice). It is about our horses comfort and wellbeing, making their overall health and ability to perform a priority 🫶🏻

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