Services

What We Do

HOW TO WORK WITH ME

Equine Myofascial Release

MFR addresses soft tissue restrictions slowly, without manipulation. It is beneficial to all horses, but especially those who suffer from straightness issues, have scar tissue, or any horse who needs deeper work.

Bodywork for riders

Invest in yourself as an athlete with a session focused on improving physical restrictions that are holding you from achieving your riding goals. 

PULSE PEMF Therapy

Increase circulation, optimizes the body’s natural recovery process, and reduces inflammation and pain with this incredible technology

REAL RESULTS

What others have to say

Equine therapy treatment
Testimonials

“Maija is amazing!!! She has done some work on both me and my horse. The first time she worked on me was after a bad fall in a horse race and I seemed to have a pinched nerve which she seemed to fix after one appointment, and I recently had a bad accident in which I suffered a traumatic brain injury, and she’s kindly been working on me - both massage and magnawave - it’s helped a ton!! Highly recommended 🙌“

- Courtney Dankanich

“I attended Maija's bodywork clinic this past weekend. I enjoyed every bit of it. It was vert informative and hands on! Maija is extremely knowledgeable about the equine musculoskeletal system and she really enjoys teaching. The hands on part was amazing, fun and easy to learn. It was so cool to see the horses actually relaxing and releasing!!! I highly recommend attending one of her clinics if you’re interested in learning myofascial release to keep your horses healthy, happy and moving freely.”

- Cindy Malek (Online course testimonial)

"George has always had some straightness issues and was hard to get him through his back and over his topline. Even injections in the early spring and joint supplements didn’t seem to help. Maija came out and assessed him and noticed right away that his pelvis/hips were twisted. After just one session with him, not only did he feel so much better through his body, 3 days later we had a show where we had our best dressage score to date. Definitely going to keep using Maija as part of his regular maintenance routine. I’m sold!"

- Michelle & George

“Maija’s knowledge and bodywork have helped my horse leaps and bounds, not only is my horse feeling better, she looks betters! she has changed my perception of bodywork for the better, and I will never go back. I can’t wait to see the continued results she produces for me and my horse.”

- Liz Weick (Online course testimonial)

"Maija gives the BEST MASSAGE I HAVE EVER HAD. Very calming, asked about the areas of my body that was sensitive and knew exactly what to do for me, she listens to me very keenly and knew what I wanted for a truly therapeutic experience. I felt entirely comfortable in her care, and was amazed by her strength and skill.I ABSOLUTELY recommend Maija. Thank you. I can't wait until my next session!"

- Lacy

“Maija has transformed my partnership with my horse. She works on my dressage horse regularly as well as on me - I don’t know what we did before her! My horse is much more fluid and comfortable now, and I am much more even and centered. I can’t recommend her highly enough, for horses and riders (or non-riders!) alike!”

- Laura Adriaanse

“Maija provides a nice depth of knowledge both in movement in horse and riding requires to help feel what is going on in their bodies. Her experience both on and off the horse allows her to get the most out of her massages. She focuses on balance of muscle relaxation to create a more even horse.”

- Allie Sacksen, 5* Eventer (Online course testimonial)

My Goals

“FIND WORK YOU LIKE DOING WITH PEOPLE YOU ENJOY SPENDING TIME WITH.”

- SAM ALTMAN

Meet Brittany

Maija’s books are full and she is not currently taking on new clients.

However, she is sending new clients to her assistant, Brittany.

Brittany owns Gray Scale Equine LLC.

She has a 4 year degree in Equine Studies from Centenary University, is a Certified Equine Bodyworker through Equinology & The EquiLearn Institute, has been apprenticing under Freely Forward Bodywork, is a Certified PEMF Practitioner through MagnaWave, and has extensive industry experience as a Groom & Manager up to the FEI level and as a Veterinary Technician.

Reach out to Brittany to schedule a session and let her know that Maija sent you!

Our Tried and Tested Process

WITH YOU EVERY STEP OF THE WAY!

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THE ASSESSMENT

I hear you and your horses story and take a detailed history. I take the time to understand the root of your problem in order to provide the best and most effective treatment. To that end, we create an individualized treatment plan aimed at achieving the functional goals we set together.

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TREATMENT & THERAPY

We work together to pick the kind of treatment that is best for you. I hold certifications in Myofascial Release and Integrative Muscular Movement Therapy, and am experienced in deep tissue therapy and sports massage, giving you a wide range of options.

Horse stretching techniques

CONTINUING CARE

Forming a continuing care and treatment plan is an integral part of my approach to treating the whole body, not just a complaint in isolation. This service is fundamental to ensuring my patients’ long-term health and wellness. 

Horse stretching techniques

i’ve been in your shoes…

I’ve seen my horse:

  • Deteriorate in their performance, when they should be improving

  • Have behavioral issues 

  • Buck, bolt, and bronc 

  • Struggle to maintain the canter

  • Be very crooked

  • Be very “one-sided” in their body

This is why I started creating online courses. I wanted to teach horse owners how to take their horse’s performance into their own hands.  I wanted to help myself 5 years ago when I loved my horse but his issues were making us both miserable. It’s a common misconception that you have to have hours and thousands of dollars of education to be able to help your horse. You don’t have to be a professional to have incredible results!

If someone has ever told you that you aren’t good or knowledgeable enough to advocate and improve your horse, that’s a load of BS. Horse owners should be empowered to help their horses, not discouraged from playing a role in their care. I am so grateful to do what I do. Click here to learn more about our online courses. 

If you live in a small, rural, or desolate area, chances are there isn’t an abundance of qualified equine professionals at your fingertips. Maybe you’re driving hours for a lesson or a vet appointment, or maybe you’re having trouble getting anyone to come to you. Learning Equine Massage virtually is the perfect solution! 

Wondering about something?

Our MostFrequently Asked Questions

  • Every session is a bit different. Some sessions include purely massage and myofascial release; some include only Magna Wave treatment; and some include a combination of both. Maija will make sure to gain a thorough understanding of your horse and their needs, then discuss with you the best option.

    If you know of any muscular problem areas in your horse’s body, feel free to let Maija know! She can focus treatment specifically on one area or spend time on the whole body.

  • Each session with Maija lasts approximately 60 minutes.

  • At this time, Maija is only able to travel up to an hour outside of Chester County, PA. However, if you would like to arrange a bodywork clinic, Maija will travel further, decided on a case-by-case basis. Please contact Maija directly for more details if you would like to set up a clinic.

  • Not at all! All horses benefit from myofascial release and Magna Wave, regardless of age, breed, discipline, or level of work.

  • The best way to schedule is to email Maija directly at maija@freelyforwardbodywork.com.

  • Please make sure your horse is inside, clean, and dry. Please also make sure that there is a quiet, clean space for Maija to work - cross ties or a stall are great! It is best for your horse’s muscles to be warm for their session, so if possible, please ride or hand walk your horse to prepare.

  • It is best to hand walk or turn your horse out after a session. Maija also recommends giving your horse the following 24 hours to rest.

    If your horse is older or just beginning their bodywork journey, it is best to give them 48 hours off after their session, as their muscles are still acclimating to massage.

  • Please don’t hesitate to reach out! Just send Maija an email and she’ll get in touch directly at freelyforwardbodywork@gmail.com.

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