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Equine Hanna Somatics® Education is
What is Somatics?
History of EHS
Our difference (MW, KM, P
EHS is based on the natural tendency of horses to pandiculate (ie. perform a spontaneous poly-synaptic reflex that causes the motor-cortex to recalibrate resting muscle tone).
Instead of treating the horses body, we work directly with the root-cause of most muscular tension - the brain and the way it organizes the body for movement.
By working WITH the brain instead of ON the body, we save time by using the existing pathways and programs of the horses nervous system to strategically target areas of chronic tension.
Horses don't need to learn how to move 'correctly' - they were literally born knowing how to do all the basic gaits and movements perfectly.
Most horses who have trouble with movement, posture and self-carriage are being actively blocked by overly tense muscles that stiffen their joints, restrict their natural range-of-motion and pull them out of alignment.
Equine Hanna Somatics® is the only system that teaches you how to harness the powerful natural reflex of Pandiculation to help horses effect rapid and permanent changes to their own baseline levels of muscle tension.
Instructional Video
For owners/riders who want to learn a basic full-body EHS session to help any horse. (
Hands-on Guidance
Find a Certified or Student EHS Practitioner to work with you and your horse
Professional Training
Bodyworkers/vets/trainers/owners: Learn how to become a Certified Equine Hanna Somatics® Educator
Meet your Instructors
Eleanor Criswell Hanna Ed.D
Creator of Equine Hanna Somatics®
Creator of Canine Hanna Somatics®
Co-Creator of Clinical Hanna Somatics®
Director of the Novato Institute & Equine Hanna Somatics Professional Training Program
I started practicing Equine Hanna Somatics in 1995, after __ years working somatically with people, and discovered that horses can benefit as much, if not more, than humans can...
Alissa Mayer EHSE-C
Certified Equine Hanna Somatics® Educator (2014)
Co-Instructor of the EHS Professional Training Program
Creator of A Somatic Approach to Horsemanship
Creator/Director of Feel-Embodied™
I have been obsessed with horses for as long as I can remember, and I always knew my career would be in the equine world. When I discovered Equine Hanna Somatics and how incredibly well it worked, it was like I had found my calling...
Why your horse needs EHS...
Finally, a gentle method of helping horses feel amazing that not only gives same-day results, but results that last a looooong time!
Performance Enhancement
Pain Relief
Deepens Connection and Bonding
Relax Muscular Tension
Body Awareness
Reverse Crookedness
Immediate, Long-lasting Results
"The role of Equine Hanna Somatics® is to help a horse recognize inefficient and unconscious muscle contractions so she can regain conscious control over her own muscles and, therefore, also regain access to her full range of motion, comfort, strength and endurance."
- Alissa Mayer EHSE-C
Our Difference
Based on Pandiculation
You will receive a full individualized treatment
Professional Association
Your treatment will be performed by only licensed therapists
Reverse Motor-Sensory Amnesia
Our therapists are trained and certified in therapy technique
The Source Equine Somatics
Our clinic feels like a comfortable health & fitness center
Practitioners Directory
We will work closely with all your health practitioners
DIY Well-Being
Setting goals is the best way to enjoy a successful outcome
Student Testimonials
I loved the intimate nature of the teaching style. The information was clear and the dynamic between Eleanor and Alissa very conducive to learning.
Jane Doe
EHS Student Practitioner
I loved that it was online. I know that online learning for this type of course has some challenges, but having it online allowed me to take the course. I loved the demos that Alissa did as it gave us a chance to see what I should aspire to with the gentleness and softness.
Allison Zeidler
EHS Student Practitioner - Alaska, USA
I loved the kind attention and support as well as expert knowledge of the facilitators - priceless! I love that you want to do everything possible to help us learn and succeed, your love and honour for our clients (human and horses), your infectious vision and mission. You make me feel part of something bigger, that I am not alone and that you and the EHS community have my back as I step out into the new. That's generosity of spirit. I feel inspired, encouraged and supported.
Christine Rabie - 360° Horse
EHS Student Practitioner, Sounth Africa
Visit our Location
250 Main Street, New York
Give us a Call
+ (12) 123 - 556 - 7890
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Opening Hours
Monday - 07:00-17:00
Tuesday - 07:00-17:00
Wednesday - 07:00-17:00
Thursday - 07:00-17:00
Friday - 07:00-17:00
Sunday - CLOSED
