Watkins Equine Sports Services

Watkins Equine Sports Services Amy Watkins is an Equine Body Work Specialist, certified and practicing in the field since 2000.

Amy Watkins is a renowned Equine Sports Massage Therapist, certified and practicing in the field since 2001. Amy is known for her 'whole horse' approach, and ability to partner not only with horse owners, but with farriers, veterinarians, and all those involved in the care of a particular horse, to determine the best course of action to benefit the animal. Amy challenges the conventional and think

s outside the box with regard to the needs of a particular horse, and consistently pursues the best course of action for the equine, putting the horse first on all occasions. A veteran equestrian and avid jumper, Amy has an intimate understanding of the anatomy and physiology of an equine athlete, and the challenges associated with keeping a performance horse in optimum health. Amy has a deep comprehension of the mechanics of equine movement, across all disciplines, and is able to translate this knowledge into techniques that tangibly benefit the horse. Amy has worked on some of the top equine athletes in the country, in addition to keeping pleasure horses and even retired horses comfortable and happy. Always eager to learn and improve upon her own vast skill set, Amy frequents clinical studies with veterinarians and immerses herself in the most recent knowledge and information that the industry has to offer. Amy works with all breeds, and will travel to your farm on a flexible schedule. Amy Watkins Equine Sports Massage Therapy is accepting requests for new appointments: message us to schedule a time for your horse to experience the difference that Amy Watkins Equine Sports Massage Therapy can make in the life and comfort of your horse.
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By scheduling services with Watkins Equine Bodywork, Amy Watkins, and all associates involved with Watkins Equine, owners & trainers acknowledge that all sessions are non-veterinary, complementary in nature, and agree that Watkins Equine Bodywork is not liable for injury, illness, or changes in condition during or after treatment.

Happy belated birthday to Ashleigh!! 🎉The jack-of-all-trades who jumps in to help with all things Watkins Equine — we ar...
04/25/2026

Happy belated birthday to Ashleigh!! 🎉
The jack-of-all-trades who jumps in to help with all things Watkins Equine — we are so appreciative of all you do and would be lost without you! Your hard work, willingness to help, and all-around awesomeness do not go unnoticed. Hope your day was as wonderful as you are! 🐴💛

04/22/2026

Ice, ice, baby. 🧊 And yes, the song was 100% intentional.
Cryotherapy is one of those things that sounds way more intimidating than it actually is. Cold therapy works by driving down inflammation, pushing out metabolic waste, and bringing fresh blood flow back to sore, tired tissue - basically hitting the reset button on your horse’s body.
It’s fast. It’s effective. And your horse won’t hate you for it - which is always a win. 🙌🏼
We use cryo as part of a bigger wellness picture, because no single treatment does it all. But when there’s heat, soreness, or inflammation in the mix? Cold is your best friend.
Have you ever tried cryo yourself or for your horse? 👇

I never take for granted that you choose me for your horses. Not even a little bit. 💜The schedule is FULL. Like, actuall...
04/11/2026

I never take for granted that you choose me for your horses. Not even a little bit. 💜

The schedule is FULL. Like, actually, no-wiggle-room full! 🤯

To every single client who has trusted me with their horse - thank you doesn’t even scratch the surface. You’ve let me be part of your horse’s health and wellness, and that means everything to me. You are the reason this works.

At this time, I am no longer able to take on new clients. If you’ve been thinking about booking and the timing didn’t work out - I’m so sorry. Please follow along here because things can change!
To my current clients and everyone who has cheered me on from the sidelines - I’m so grateful. More than you know. 🙏🏼🙏🏼

Wishing you and your horses a very Happy Easter Day! 🐰🌸Our team is grateful for this amazing community and all the horse...
04/05/2026

Wishing you and your horses a very Happy Easter Day! 🐰🌸

Our team is grateful for this amazing community and all the horses that bring us so much joy every day 💛

Working through the topline here with the True Relief device - it’s a great tool for encouraging tight muscles to actual...
03/30/2026

Working through the topline here with the True Relief device - it’s a great tool for encouraging tight muscles to actually let go, and it helps address inflammation and soreness that can quietly build up over time. 🐴 The back rarely lies about what’s going on in the rest of the body, and when pain is present there, you’ll usually see it show up in the work too. 😣

What signs does your horse show when their back is tight? 🤔

𝙒𝙝𝙖𝙩 𝙙𝙤 𝙮𝙤𝙪 𝙨𝙚𝙚??The body doesn’t lie - and thermal imaging proves it every time. 🌡️ This is why our thermal scanner is ...
03/23/2026

𝙒𝙝𝙖𝙩 𝙙𝙤 𝙮𝙤𝙪 𝙨𝙚𝙚??

The body doesn’t lie - and thermal imaging proves it every time. 🌡️ This is why our thermal scanner is one of our favorite tools. This scan is telling a story about a very specific structure in the lower limb - one that plays a huge role in every single stride this horse takes. What do you see, and what do you think it means? 👇🏼 Tell us your thoughts in the comments!

Horses can’t tell you where it hurts. But oh, they will let you know - a pinned ear, a dramatic flinch, a back that brac...
03/14/2026

Horses can’t tell you where it hurts. But oh, they will let you know - a pinned ear, a dramatic flinch, a back that braces instead of swings, or that one transition that suddenly becomes your horse’s personal nemesis for no apparent reason.

Learning to listen with your hands is kind of a game changer. It stops being about riding and starts being about actually getting each other.

Equine massage isn’t just for the fancy competition horses. It’s basically a conversation - except your horse finally gets a turn to talk. And trust me, they have a LOT to say. 😂

So tell me - when’s the last time your horse got some bodywork? What did they have to say?👇

‼️ Don’t forget! We carry SLIDE Joint Care products! This scan image is from one of our own client horses 💜
03/11/2026

‼️ Don’t forget! We carry SLIDE Joint Care products! This scan image is from one of our own client horses 💜

03/06/2026

Cute video? Check. Now let’s talk horses. 🐴 Got questions about equine bodywork, thermalscans, TrueRelief Equine, or cryo? This is your sign to ask! No question is too basic or too nerdy and definitely not stupid - drop it in the comments and let’s chat! 👇

This is why we scan. If you only looked at this horse standing in the barn, you’d miss it.Thermally? It’s loud. 😳What do...
02/28/2026

This is why we scan. If you only looked at this horse standing in the barn, you’d miss it.

Thermally? It’s loud. 😳

What do you think is going on here?

What are you checking first?

Wrong answers welcome. 😉
Share with us how you’re thinking it through! 👇🏼

Yesterday Luke spent the day at Hightail Acres during their school vacation camp - and turned a thermoscan into a hands-...
02/19/2026

Yesterday Luke spent the day at Hightail Acres during their school vacation camp - and turned a thermoscan into a hands-on learning moment. 🤓

He scanned one of the farm horses, walked the kids through what he was looking at, what the colors meant, and how bodywork helps keep horses comfortable and performing their best. 🙌🏼

Because the next generation of horse owners should know that wellness is more than just riding - it is understanding the horse underneath you.

We love seeing curiosity light up like this. 🥰✨

02/12/2026

“He just feels a little stiff.” 🐴

That little stiffness?
• Reduced range of motion
• Altered stride
• Compensation somewhere else
• Increased injury risk

Small restrictions turn into big problems if we ignore them. Bodywork keeps the small stuff small. 🙌🏼

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