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When Breath Becomes the Bridge: The Unspoken Connection
On a rain-soaked Wednesday in Liverpool, the grey skies loomed as a reminder of the day's dreariness, yet the indoor school offered a...
Nika Vorster
Mar 28, 20244 min read


What can horses teach us about communication and empathy?
Through the eyes of a horse, a moment of frustration unfolded into a profound lesson on communication beyond words, revealing the healing...
Nika Vorster
Mar 21, 20244 min read


Muscular Fatigue in Horses
Remember to watch out for Muscular Fatigue in your horse. Image 1 Have you ever felt this before? It reminds me of a very talented...
Nika Vorster
Feb 24, 20244 min read


Respect Your Horse's Age and Rate of Progress
“Movement is the art of equestrianism- which resides in creation, comprehension, maintenance and guidance of the horse’s efforts in a...
Nika Vorster
Feb 20, 20245 min read


ReinBack with Horses. Why this exercise?
You’re back! Awesome, I really appreciate you taking the time to read this information with the goal of enhancing your knowledge. In this...
Nika Vorster
Feb 2, 20244 min read


How can one simple exercise dramatically improve a horse's posture and performance?
🌟 Transform Your Horse's Performance with the Rein Back Exercise 🐴💼 Hello, fellow equestrians and horse enthusiasts! I'm excited to...
Nika Vorster
Jan 30, 20241 min read


ReinBack in Horses- Do's & Don't's
The rein back might seem simple, but it's a crucial exercise for performance horses. Or is it? Part 1 of this blog will take a deep dive...
Nika Vorster
Jan 19, 20243 min read


🐴 Specific Exercises to Improve Your Horse’s Hindlimb Engagement 🏋️♂️
Part 2: Firstly, thank you for joining me for part 2! In part 1, I shared my experiences and observed patterns in horses facing hindlimb...
Nika Vorster
Jan 5, 20243 min read


Hindlimb Engagement Exercises for Horses
Part 1 Have you ever heard these phrases? Your horse: needs more hindlimb engagement. is lacking push from behind. is too heavy on the...
Nika Vorster
Dec 30, 20234 min read


Strengthening Stifles in Horses
A horse with weakness in their stifles and those with already diagnosed dysfunction are going to struggle with performance and every day...
Nika Vorster
Dec 26, 20232 min read


Why is my horse lame?
🐴 Allow Room for Error 🛠️ One of the most crucial parts of any plan is planning for the unexpected. Think about it – this applies to...
Nika Vorster
Dec 17, 20232 min read


Iliopsoas Dysfunction in Horses
Every month I review my client's reports and reflect on my findings and their progress. Without a shadow of doubt the muscle group that...
Nika Vorster
Dec 15, 20233 min read


Riding in the Sea; A dream come true
I did it! It was a little birthday treat to myself, and an experience I'll cherish for a long time. Here's a brief rundown of my...
Nika Vorster
Dec 13, 20232 min read


Let me re-introduce myself..
I am passionate about horses and dogs I love inspiring horse riders and owners to take action and solve their horse’s struggle I truly...
Nika Vorster
Oct 25, 20231 min read


Something Unexpected Happened...
Over last six weeks, I have made a conscious decision to practice what I preach and focus on my long lining skills. I am very fortunate...
Nika Vorster
Oct 18, 20232 min read


A Guide to a Successful Horse Show: Balancing Muscles, Minds, and Moments
A guide to a Successful Horse Show: Balancing Muscles, Minds, and Moments Over the past month, I've been busy treating numerous showing...
Nika Vorster
Oct 4, 20233 min read


Unlock Your Horse's Suppleness with Serpentines!
Are you looking to enhance your horse's suppleness and overall performance? Incorporating serpentines into your weekly training routine...
Nika Vorster
Sep 27, 20232 min read


Saying goodbye to your best friend
Not a day goes by that I don’t not think about him ❤️🐶 Death is fascinating to me, when I talk about Geoff, many respond by saying “Oh...
Nika Vorster
Jun 13, 20236 min read


What is core stability in horses?
A horse’s core. What, why and how is this relevant to us? Core stability refers to the strength and coordination of the muscles that...
Nika Vorster
May 29, 20233 min read


Watch out for the subtle signs
I was in Bolton yesterday and saw one of my regular clients Reggie. He is a very smart little cob who since my previous visit had been to...
Nika Vorster
May 18, 20232 min read
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