JoAnne Govenlock - 1 HOOF
519.718.1857
Norfolk/Oxford County, Ontario
JoAnne Govenlock, owner of Hands of Change, is a Certified Equi-Bow and SURE FOOT Practioner. Her passion for horses started at a young age, having a natural connection. Over the years she has helped retrain several horses in Hunter and Dressage disciplines.
JoAnne recently completed the Equi-Bow program and Sure Foot certification in order to realize her dream. She is passionate and continues to learn ways to connect even deeper, in order to provide the most appropriate solutions to the specific needs of each individual horse.
JoAnne is now practicing in Norfolk and Haldimand County. Clients may be seen in other areas with additional travel rates included.
Christine Niles Walker – 1 HOOF
LLicensed Massage Therapist
NBCAAM Nationally Certified Equine Massage Practitioner
Assistant Director, School of Applied Integrative Therapy ~ Equine
574-904-1658
Christine holds a B.A. in Equine Business from Midway University (2000), Medical Massage Certification from Blue Heron Academy of Healing Arts (2007), Equine Bodyworker Certificate from the School of Applied Integrative Therapy (2000), and became a NBCAAM Certified Equine Bodyworker (2022). In 2023 she will complete her certification in Equine Craniosacral training (levels 1-2) with EQtherapeutics, in Langley, BC. Christine also is the Assistant Director of the School of Applied Integrative Therapy ~Equine, a 500 hr Equine Bodywork Certification Program.
Christine has a thriving equine and human bodywork practice, in Omaha, E, specializing in the equine/human athlete connection. Her focus on client centered care has been her foundation for equine and human bodywork practices. SURE FOOT Pads have become a consistent part of her Equine Bodywork practice as they fit in perfectly with the integration of micro movements of the body to help facilitate the body's natural healing abilities. She is the steward of two bay thoroughbred geldings, Steve and Loup.
Lisa O’Neill – 1 HOOF
Location: Seattle, WA
Lisa O’Neil, LAMT is an equine bodyworker who strives to support the horse and rider relationship in reaching their full potential. Lisa started her journey in equine bodywork when her own horse had a significant injury requiring extensive rehabilitation in 2014. After participating in a SURE FOOT clinic with Wendy Murdoch in 2022 and experiencing first hand how impactful the pads are in promoting the wellbeing of both the horse and rider, she decided to implement Sure Foot into her bodywork practice. Lisa enjoys working with all types of horses and disciplines and partnering with the horse’s caregiver in meeting their individual needs and goals.
Katharine Chajka – 1 HOOF
CNY Balanced Horsemanship
Service area: Syracuse NY
Phone: 315.391.0492
Katharine (Kate) Chajka is dedicated to enhancing the comfort and joy of both horses and riders through correct handling and movement. With a holistic, systems thinking approach, she is a lifelong student of the horse, continuously learning and integrating new insights to improve her methods. Her passion for equine well-being extends to helping horses and their owners both in person and remotely. Katharine is committed to empowering horse owners with the knowledge needed to improve their partnership and ensure the longevity of their equine companions. Her expertise fosters better relationships and understanding between horses and their riders, promoting a harmonious and sustainable connection.
Katherine Curran – 1 HOOF
Soft Hands Equine Support
905-699-7223
Location: Servicing areas Halton Hills, Erin, Rockwood, Hillsburgh and surrounding areas in Ontario, Ca.
Katherine has been working with horses her entire life. Horses are her passion. Katherine believes that horses benefit from hands on approaches for better health, such as Sure Foot, Equi-Bow and Equi-tape.She was a working student for many years and learned a great work ethic from that experience. She has a Certificate in Animal Care from Sheridan College, where she graduated with honors.Certified Equi-Bow Practitioner. Authorised SURE FOOT Practitioner.Certified Equi-Tape PractitionerCertificate First Aid, Equine Guelph, University of Guelph