Mary Last, CESMT-MMCP 561-644-4903 Info@handsonequineservices.com
Bodywork Requirements
- Your horse should be prepared for the session (readily available, brushed, hoofs picked out).
- Someone should be available to turn the horse back out or walked after the session.
- Please provide 24 hour notice if you need to reschedule or cancel a session.
New Clients
Bodywork: Upon booking, an Equine Information Form can be emailed to you to be completed (or discussed over the phone) and returned prior to massage session if unable to meet at time of session.
Horse Care: An initial consultation is free and required for all new clients. The purpose of this visit is to meet you and your animals to evaluate your needs, review and execute the Service Agreement, Equine Service Request, Veterinary Release Form, Equine and additional Pet Information Forms. These forms can be emailed in advance for your review and completion prior to interview.
Horse Care: An initial consultation is free and required for all new clients. The purpose of this visit is to meet you and your animals to evaluate your needs, review and execute the Service Agreement, Equine Service Request, Veterinary Release Form, Equine and additional Pet Information Forms. These forms can be emailed in advance for your review and completion prior to interview.
Bodywork/Massage
Does my horse need bodywork?
Your horse will let you know through performance and behavior. Such as head tossing, girthing problems, cold-backed, bucking, not picking up the correct lead, difficulty with lateral movement and just being "off".
What are the benefits of bodywork?
Relieves muscle tension and muscle spasms, relaxes the muscle, reduces stress, increases blood circulation which helps supply nutrients to the muscles, reduces chronic strain patterns, improves flexibility and range of motion to maximize performance to name a few.
How do I set up my first session?
After initial contact via phone or email, an equine information form will be forwarded to be completed and returned prior to the first session. Followed by a phone call or email to discuss any issues and confirm session.
How many sessions will my horse need?
Depends on your horse. You should see immediate results in 1 to 3 sessions if the problem is muscular. Conformation, level of training, recovering from injury and medical history all factor in to the number of sessions. Maintenance for the average horse should be every 2 to 4 weeks. Working horse should be weekly to maximize performance and relieve tension. (see services).
Contraindications of bodywork, to include but not limited to:
Infectious/contagious diseases, hives, ring worm, fever above 102, pregnancy, severe colic and swelling in heart area.
When in doubt, please consult with your veterinarian before choosing any therapy.
Your horse will let you know through performance and behavior. Such as head tossing, girthing problems, cold-backed, bucking, not picking up the correct lead, difficulty with lateral movement and just being "off".
What are the benefits of bodywork?
Relieves muscle tension and muscle spasms, relaxes the muscle, reduces stress, increases blood circulation which helps supply nutrients to the muscles, reduces chronic strain patterns, improves flexibility and range of motion to maximize performance to name a few.
How do I set up my first session?
After initial contact via phone or email, an equine information form will be forwarded to be completed and returned prior to the first session. Followed by a phone call or email to discuss any issues and confirm session.
How many sessions will my horse need?
Depends on your horse. You should see immediate results in 1 to 3 sessions if the problem is muscular. Conformation, level of training, recovering from injury and medical history all factor in to the number of sessions. Maintenance for the average horse should be every 2 to 4 weeks. Working horse should be weekly to maximize performance and relieve tension. (see services).
Contraindications of bodywork, to include but not limited to:
Infectious/contagious diseases, hives, ring worm, fever above 102, pregnancy, severe colic and swelling in heart area.
When in doubt, please consult with your veterinarian before choosing any therapy.
Continuing Education Unit (CEU)
What is a CEU?
A Continuing Education Unit (CEU) is awarded to those who complete training and education in a specified area. Particularly those required in a licensed profession. Continuing education allows individuals to progress in their industry, field or profession. Generally, CEU is defined as ten contact hours of participation in a recognized continuing education program with qualified instruction.
Who Gives CEU's?
The term CEU is considered public domain, which means that no one person or entity holds a legal claim to its usage. Some conferences and events award CEUs to attendees.
Any business, association, or other organization may award CEUs without acquiring prior permission or approval. With a traditional CEU, the employer or organization must decide whether to honor the CEU from a particular training provider.
Although no stipulations are in place that would prevent anyone from awarding them, not all CEUs are honored and accepted by other institutions. The International Association for Continuing Education and Training (IACET) is a nonprofit organization created to establish CEU standards that adhere to the guidelines set in place by the organization to promote quality education and training around the world. offers the most industry wide accreditation.
Does “Hands On” Equine Services offer CEU’s?
Yes. Offering private and group practical training as an Approved IAAMB/ACWT Preferred Educational Provider in equine education. These credits can assist in meeting insurance requirements with your equine based provider.
Do the CEU’s get reported?
No. It is up to the individual to seek approval and report CEU’s per their state requirements.
A Continuing Education Unit (CEU) is awarded to those who complete training and education in a specified area. Particularly those required in a licensed profession. Continuing education allows individuals to progress in their industry, field or profession. Generally, CEU is defined as ten contact hours of participation in a recognized continuing education program with qualified instruction.
Who Gives CEU's?
The term CEU is considered public domain, which means that no one person or entity holds a legal claim to its usage. Some conferences and events award CEUs to attendees.
Any business, association, or other organization may award CEUs without acquiring prior permission or approval. With a traditional CEU, the employer or organization must decide whether to honor the CEU from a particular training provider.
Although no stipulations are in place that would prevent anyone from awarding them, not all CEUs are honored and accepted by other institutions. The International Association for Continuing Education and Training (IACET) is a nonprofit organization created to establish CEU standards that adhere to the guidelines set in place by the organization to promote quality education and training around the world. offers the most industry wide accreditation.
Does “Hands On” Equine Services offer CEU’s?
Yes. Offering private and group practical training as an Approved IAAMB/ACWT Preferred Educational Provider in equine education. These credits can assist in meeting insurance requirements with your equine based provider.
Do the CEU’s get reported?
No. It is up to the individual to seek approval and report CEU’s per their state requirements.