Vital Equine Bodywork

02/28/2026

This is Marie Tiemersma’s new Mare Espirit (Spree)! She is a 24 year old Quarab and is in beautiful condition. She has a wonderful disposition and I hear she is a pleasure to ride. I started bodywork with her today. She has some compensatory patterns and tight areas that will respond well to Structural Integration. I will return next week for another bodywork session and will teach Marie therapeutic exercises to help with getting her nice and balanced. I also checked her saddle today and adjusted the fit. It was a very fun session and Marie is such a great match for her! ♥️

01/26/2026

Today I started working with Major and his owner Sandra. Major is a Quarter Horse Friesian cross. He has lumbar kissing spine. He’s a good boy under saddle but has trouble picking up his hind feet for the farrier. I did his first bodywork session and he has tight areas but nothing too alarming. I instructed in core activation and strengthening exercises that Sandra will work on. I will continue bodywork sessions to release his compensatory patterns and insure he has a well fitting saddle. He will benefit from continued core exercises and learning how to carry himself correctly which will build up his topline and protect his spine. He’s such a lovely horse and will have a very bright future! ❤️

01/22/2026

The weather is getting nicer and it’s a great time to schedule your horse’s bodywork! It’s a great way to keep your horse moving well and prevent injury. From rehab to maintenance I’m happy to help! Nick says hurray for better weather!

10/12/2025

Saddles for sale!
Local saddle fitting services available.
High quality dressage saddles, wool flocked! Also a cute Western Saddle!
5 Star Saddle pad (SOLD)

Message or call to book an appointment.
(360) 305-0457

Therapeutic Bodywork and Saddle Fit

08/04/2025

Oh my gosh I love this horse already! First session with Scarlet and she did this every time I worked on a tight spot! She’s such a good communicator! ♥️
She will be on my monthly schedule.

07/13/2025

Getting this saddle ready for a big
tune up / re-flock. This a Black Country Eloquence dressage saddle. I would have to say it’s my favorite model ever! Of course I have my handy assistants in the background.

07/01/2025

Beautiful Rosa loves her massages. ♥️

06/24/2025

I will be in the Winthrop area June 30th and possibly July 1st. If you would like bodywork or saddle fitting for your horse please let me know. I’m happy to come see you. ♥️

06/02/2025

Thank you for the feedback Christine! This is why I love the bodywork/saddle fit combo. Melted away some tight spots along her mare’s spine and fit a lovely Black Country Saddle to horse and rider! 🥰

05/28/2025

Just got home from an amazing trip to the Methow Valley! Bodywork, saddle fit, riding and awesome people. ♥️

And of course Christina’s Wolf to meet me at the gate!

05/05/2025

This is a great read about fascia. Structural Integration assists in revitalizing fascia and returning it to its healthy and natural state. I have the work done on myself and it helped me recover from chronic pain resulting from injuries. It also helps me maintain healthy tissue. I go every 6 weeks for a session. Structural Integration also transforms horses! I’m still always amazed about the positive changes this hands on bodywork can achieve!

While we often describe fascia in relation to muscles, its role in the nervous system is equally vital. In fact, you could think of fascia as the skeleton of the nerves.

Here’s why:

1. Fascia Provides the - https://koperequine.com/fascia-the-skeleton-of-the-nerves/

Nerves must glide and slide with movement. Fascia, when healthy, allows this dynamic mobility. But when fascia becomes restricted, sticky, or dehydrated—through injury, overuse, or inflammation—it can tether nerves in place, causing tension, discomfort, or altered neural signals. Releasing fascial restrictions through massage, myofascial release, soft tissue mobilizations and nerve flossing can restore nerve freedom and function.

04/30/2025

I just want to thank my clients for trusting me to help their horses through hands on bodywork. Please like and share my page with your friends. I have availability to add horses to my monthly schedule in Whatcom and Skagit County. I can also assist with saddle fitting. Happy Spring!