Meet the Team

By horse riders, for horse riders. We understand the physical requirements of equestrians, on and off the horse

Kathryn Burns

Clinical Lead and Neurological Physiotherapist

Kathryn is the clinic's founder. She qualified from York St Johns University in 2007 and has since specialised in Neurology and Human movement.

Kathryn has completed a mentorship programme with the American Equestrian Team Physio, Andy Thomas and has also trained in Pilates with the APPI. Kathryn has worked with riders of all levels from riding club to those competing internationally. Kathryn runs regulary clinics around the country conducting rider analysis sessions for able bodied and Para riders. Kathryn is a keen rider and has competed at local and affiliated level eventing.

Lauren Cole

MSK Specialist Physiotherapist

Lauren brings a wealth of experience to the clinic. Lauren completed a Bsc (hons) in sport and exercise science prior to graduating in 2010 with a Masters degree in Physiotherapy (pre Reg) from the University of Teesside. Since then she has worked in the private health setting specialising in Musculoskeletal, Orthopaedic and pre and post operative rehabilitation, with a keen interest in Pilates, Sporting injury, Biomechanics and functional movement systems. In 2014 she qualified as a category A ACPAT Veterinary Physiotherapist and went on to work for one of the GB equestrian team physiotherapists, before starting her own practice.

As a qualified Human and Veterinary Physiotherapist, she can offer unique rider rehabilitation specifically aimed at rider fitness, balance, strength, posture and flexibility to allow for overall improvement in movement for both horse and rider and enhance the partnership and performance in all disciplines

Ellie Eastwood

Sports Massage Therapist

Ellie is a fully qualified, level 4, Sports Massage Therapist.

She treats clients from various sporting and non-sporting backgrounds.

Ellie is a keen runner and although not a rider herself has worked with riders for sevearl years an understands the physical demands required.

Charlotte White

Personal Trainer

Charlotte is a qualified personal trainer who is passionate about helping others to find happiness through fitness, building confidence and feeling good about themselves. In her spare time you will find her out showjumping