Westerlands Equestrian

WELLNESS

5* LICENCE BY CHICHESTER COUNCIL | ABRS+ APPROVED | INSURED BY NFU

Connecting with Horses

Join us at Westerlands for our Equestrian Wellness Series. We have workshops for horse owners as well as individuals, families, teenagers and children which are run by experienced and qualified wellness and equestrian professionals

Our Instructors

Elly Middleton

WESTERLANDS EQUESTRIAN MANAGER

  • Elly manages Westerlands Equestrian and has over 30 years experience taking care of horses and teaching riders of all ages and abilities. She also specialises in natural complimentary equine therapies. Her qualifications include: BHS Accredited Professional Coach, BHS Stage 3 in Complete Horsemanship, Q Equine Behaviourist, Certified Reiki Practioner, Safeguarding Officer and Fully qualified First Aider.

Gemma Peterson

HEALTH, WELLNESS & MINDSET COACH

  • Gemma is an experienced and qualified wellness professional with experience in Equine-Assisted Learning. Her qualifications include BSc (Hons) Psychology, MSc Health Psychology, Strategic Life Coaching, Emotional Freedom Technique (EFT) and Neuro-linguistic Programming (NLP). Gemma is also qualified in Reiki, Mindfulness, and Meditation and has Level 3 Qualifications in Equine Psychology, Mental Health, Personal Training, Nutrition and Counselling Skills. More info >

Denise Cheese

EQUINE MASSAGE THERAPIST

  • Denise is an experienced and qualified Equine Therapist. As well as treating horses she runs workshops for horse owners wishing to learn equine massage and kinesiology to care for their own horses.

    Denise is a qualified and registered member of the International Institute of Animal Therapists (IAAT). More info >

Nicola Kinnard-Comedie

BUSINESS & MINDSET COACH

  • Nicola is a business coach and mentor for equestrian practitioners and horse owners.

    An experienced instructor with a Master’s degree in Equine Science, Nicola is also an NLP Coach Practitioner, a BHSA and also has practitioner skills in Time Line Therapy™, Emotional Freedom Technique (EFT or ‘tapping’) and hypnosis. More info >

  • Gather, Reflect & Connect

    FIRST SUNDAY EVERY MONTH
    11am to 1pm
    £49 per person

    Focus: Equine Connection
    Instructors: Elly & Gemma
    Location: Rose Room & Garden
    Suitable for Women 18+

    Horses are deeply intuitive animals, capable of sensing our thoughts and emotions. Through their presence, they encourage us to embrace our authentic selves, fostering mindfulness and a deeper connection to nature.

    Each workshop begins with relaxation and meditation techniques, allowing you to attune yourself to the horses and the natural world. You may choose to set personal intentions or simply let the experience unfold. Within the horses’ non-judgmental space, you’ll find an opportunity for solace, self-discovery, and well-being.

    Each session explores a specific theme, inspired by the wisdom of horses:

    One Step at a Time – Embracing patience and steady progress
    Boundaries – Understanding and asserting personal space
    Intuition – Trusting your inner voice
    Teamwork – Cultivating connection and collaboration

    By immersing yourself in each theme, you’ll gain insights and practical tools to apply in everyday life. Join Elly and Gemma on this transformative journey and experience the profound lessons horses have to offer.

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  • Equine Massage

    SUNDAY 23 MARCH
    No more spaces available

    Focus: Horse Therapy
    Instructors: Elly & Denise
    Location: Trekking Centre
    Suitable for Horse Owners

    All horse owners can help their horses relieve tension, feel more comfortable and perform at their best. This Horse Owners Workshop is a fun and informative day spent with like minded horse owners and friendly horses to practice on, all to help you gain lots of confidence and enthusiasm to help your own horse. Workshop includes:

    🐎 Understand how riding and care can effect your horses body 
    🐎 Learn massage therapist techniques the how, why and when
    🐎 Recognise potential problems 
    🐎 How to check your horse for discomfort 
    🐎 Yoga for your horse 
    🐎 Learn some basic anatomy 

    This workshop is a UK Rural Skills Accredited Course & is British Horse Society approved CPD.

    This workshop is now full. Please contact Elly if you wish to be added to the waiting list for our next workshop.

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  • Equine Kinesiology Taping

    SUNDAY 27 APRIL
    9am to 3pm
    Price: TBC

    Focus: Horse Therapy
    Instructor: Elly & Denise
    Location: Trekking Centre
    Suitable for Equine Therapists & Horse Owners

    Why do we use Kinesiology with our horses and what benefits can we expect? There are many different ways that 'K Tape' can be applied to achieve different results. On application it acts like a second skin. Here are some of the main benefits:

    🐎 Increases circulation
    🐎 Reduces muscle fatigue
    🐎 Relieves pain and soreness
    🐎 Helps with fascia restrictions and keeps fascia healthy
    🐎 Reduces inflammation and swelling
    🐎 Supports and stabilises joints, tendons and ligaments
    🐎 Helps the removal of toxin build up
    🐎 Improves range of motion
    🐎 Facilitates healing
    🐎 Can help relax or activate muscles
    🐎 Helps with proprioception and re-educating the neuromuscular system

    This workshop is recognised by the BHS for use as CPD for Equine Professionals.

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  • Equine First Aid

    SEPTEMBER (DATE TBC)
    Time TBC
    £125 (earlybird price £99)

    Focus: Horse Therapy
    Instructors: Elly & Nicola
    Vet Speaker: Kate Granshaw, Lingfield Equine Vets
    Location: Trekking Centre
    Suitable for Horse Owners

    This comprehensive and practical course equips you with the basic skills to handle equine health emergencies confidently. Here's what you'll learn:

    🐎 Knowing what is normal for your horse, vital signs and preventive health care
    🐎 The Horse First Aid Kit – what to include, products that you don’t need and why
    🐎 Types of wounds, how to manage and care for a wound and which wounds need a vet
    🐎 Emergencies – Nosebleeds, the Trapped Horse and Choke
    🐎 Colic signs you might not know, what to do, what to tell the vet, colic surgery and making a colic plan
    🐎 Lameness
    🐎 Eye conditions
    🐎 Infectious diseases including Equine Influenza and Strangles
    🐎 Biosecurity – practical suggestions, hints and tips to implement
    🐎 Worming

    With personalised guidance from Nicola, Kate and Elly and hands-on demonstrations with the horses at Westerlands, this course is a must for every horse owner.

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Further reading

Westerlands Life