Astley Equilibrium Animal AcuTherapy offers a range of effective professional modalities for your horse, dog or cat to optimise your animal’s health, movement and peak performance in any discipline, at any level, from precious pets to elite athletes. Certified Acupressure & Myofunctional practitioner with extensive experience in UK, Europe, New Zealand & Australia. With close observation of the wh
ole picture and a thorough knowledge of anatomy and physiology in a variety of animals, I offer gentle effective methods using a range of body work modalities gained over thirty years’ experience as a trainer, rider, competitor, instructor, coach educator & assessor, groom and therapist up to Olympic level. Using these unique skills your animal is fully assessed, treated and a program created as required. Rest assured I understand your training regimes and chosen discipline if you are competing, having been there. If your aim is to rehabilitate, maintain or manage a health or conformation related issue my goals are suited to that individuals requirements. An important part of any assessment is seeing the animal move, for canines participating in certain sports I may ask to see them work and for equines additionally includes saddle fit, teeth and hoof balance and how in turn they affect the horses’ body and biomechanics. I regularly refer to the experts in these areas if necessary so that the best outcome is achieved for my clients and feel and see the positives a holistic approach achieves. Astley Equilibrium remains up to date with the latest methods and developments in the industry. Qualifications include:
BHSAI, BHSII, EA/NCAS Level 2 Coach, previously a coach educator and assessor for EA, AHRC & BHS, Certificate IV Assessment & Workplace Training and Certified Canine/Equine Acupressure & Myofunctional Therapy Practitioner. Currently studying a Bachelor of Applied Science at the University of Queensland. Available for bookings in the Newcastle, Central Coast, Hunter Valley & Mid North Coast areas.
