Helping horses move freely & creating deeper connections
About Us
Our mission is to uncover the horse beneath any layers of tension, compensation and stress by creating a safe, collaborative space for release, restoration and connection.
We are committed to supporting horses as whole beings - body, mind and movement. By working with the horse - not on the horse - we support lasting change from the inside out.
❋ Listening & Connection
We believe every horse has a voice. By listening to subtle responses, body language, and feedback, we create space for a deeper connection between horse and human, allowing the horse to guide the process.
❋ Freedom of Movement
Comfortable movement is essential to wellbeing. Through gentle, horse-led bodywork, we help release restrictions that may impact mobility, balance, and overall ease of movement.
❋ Releasing Layers of Tension
Physical tension, emotional stress, and accumulated experiences can be held within the body. By working with the horse's responses, we support the release of these layers, helping the horse feel lighter, more relaxed, and more present.
❋ Horse-Led Bodywork
Our approach works with the horse's nervous system and natural release responses, encouraging lasting change through partnership rather than force.
The Masterson Method
The Masterson Method® is a unique, interactive method of equine bodywork developed by Jim Masterson in 2005. Using light touch, movement and careful observation of the horse’s responses, the method helps identify and release accumulated tension in key junctions of the body that most affect comfort, movement and performance.
Unlike traditional bodywork approaches, the Masterson Method® works with the horse, not on the horse. Horses play an active role in each session, communicating through subtle body language and responses that guide the process. By working collaboratively with the horse and engaging the nervous system, the method encourages relaxation, trust, improved mobility and overall wellbeing.
Suitable for horses of all disciplines and levels, the Masterson Method® can also help identify areas where tension or performance-limiting issues may be developing before they become more significant concerns.
Why Choose EquiAlign Bodywork?
✓ 20 years international professional riding experience
✓ Certified Masterson Method® Practitioner
✓ Horse-led approach focused on performance and wellbeing
✓ Suitable for all disciplines and ages
Meet Angelique
Angelique’s love for horses began long before she ever sat in a saddle. As a child growing up in France, she was completely obsessed. After years of persistence, she finally convinced her family to let her ride, and from that moment, she knew horses would shape her life.
At fourteen, she left home to study at the French Jockey School in Chantilly, the heart of French racing. From there, she built a career working with horses across France, England, the United States, Morocco, and Australia. Along the way, she rode trackwork, competed as a jump jockey, won races, and worked for some of the most respected names in the racing industry.
These experiences gave her a deep understanding of the physical and mental demands placed on performance horses. She saw firsthand how tension accumulates in the body and how it can affect comfort, movement, behavior, and performance. This led her to study equine bodywork and to begin a new chapter in her innate connection with horses.
If you would like to book a session or discuss your needs with Angelique, please contact for a consultation.
Services
Initial Assessment & Session
$120
A comprehensive introduction to your horse's body and movement
Structural assessment
Gait analysis
Full bodywork session
Red light therapy when needed
Owner consultation and debrief
Follow-Up Session
$100
Designed to maintain progress and address areas requiring continued support
Movement reassessment
Progress review
Targeted bodywork
Red light therapy when needed
Owner consultation and debrief
Travel costs to your location will be taken into account and we will always do our best to give you the best value possible. For example, we will adjust travel costs for multiple visits or route share situations. Please don’t hesitate to ask for further information. We are located in Ballina
Travel Costs
Zone 1 (0-30km) +$20
Zone 2 (31-60km) +$30
Zone 3 (61km-80km) +$40
Zone 4 (81km +) to be confirmed prior to session
