equestriOM™: empowering the ride of life

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 equestriOM evolved out of decades of experience working with equestrians in holistic approaches and modalities. This proprietary innovation is Trademarked because it truly is the one-of-a-kind thought-leading pioneer in the emerging space of holistic equestrian training.

The vision came from decades of working with equestrians in yoga, meditation, breathwork, mindfulness, functional movement training, Pilates, and therapeutic techniques. 

ABOUT OUR LOGO!

We created this logo inspired by Mandala, a form of sacred geometry from the Buddhist and Hindu traditions, and of course... horse shoes! 

equestriOM™ empowers equestrians in mind and body for the ride of life!

Vanessa fell in love with horses at a young age while taking riding lessons at a small family farm in Stamford, Connecticut. Far away from the show circuit, she nourished her passion while riding anything she could sit on in the back-country woods. That pressure free equestrian environment gave her the tools to understand the horse and approach training in less conventional way that has shaped the way she trains today.

In an effort to find balance in her hectic schedule, Vanessa discovered yoga. After several years of dedicated practice, Vanessa co-developed equestriOM, an innovative, sport-specific conditioning for equestrians. EquestriOM blends conventional training with yoga, breath work and mindfulness. Vanessa's unique style which incorporates a mindful approach to the training of both horse and rider incorporates a positive and relaxed environment to the stables. 

Vanessa is driven by her vision to empower riders both in and out of the show ring. The opportunity to inspire riders toward reaching their peak performance goals and spend every day with horses is a dream come true

Vanessa earned a B.A. at UMASS Amherst where the head coach of the riding program connected her with eventing riders Karen and David O’Connor. Vanessa worked with the O'Connor Olympic horses as a groom for two and a half years. The time with Karen and David's horses provided an unparalleled educated in the highest level of horse care and barn management. That experience that has proven invaluable throughout her equestrian career. 

Vanessa has worked extensively with Daniel Stewart and his Pressure Proof  Academy. The Pressure Proof Academy is an equestrian sports psychology program, where they not only focus on physical coaching but mental training as well. She keeps active in the program as an assistant coach during training camps and is excited to be featured as a contributing author in his next book.