“The young horse massage program incorporates techniques that specifically help in the process of starting a horse under saddle. Elena Oleinikova, Massage Therapist, explains, ‘I found that by using these massage techniques, I am able to get a horse to relax, to trust my touch and let go of the anxieties they often develop in the early stages of training.’ Oleinikova used the techniques successfully with her own young horses. ‘While they are playful, most of my own young horses didn’t buck or shy. They are fun to ride and enjoyed being ridden,’ Oleinikova explained. After her initial success with her own young horses, Oleinikova began treating client’s young horses with equal success.” Dressage Daily
