Empowering Equine Professionals to Lead Real Change, One Horse at a Time
Join us in person or online for two days of world-class education,
support, and CPD/CE
The Healthy Horse Conference returns
21st and 22nd November 2025
In Person or Virtual | 10 Hours CPD/CE
Learn from leading equine practitioners, connect with like-minded professionals, and get support that lasts long after the event ends.
NKC is a proud corporate partner with Redwings and 20% of ticket sales are donated to Redwings Horse Sanctuary
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What is The Healthy Horse Conference?
It's a learning experience like no other ....
The Conference for individuals who want to make a difference and change the world for horses.
It is a hybrid Conference, with one day in person, and one day online, where hundreds of equine professionals get together to discover new ways to help more horses. You can also join BOTH days online, if you prefer.
You'll hear from some of the best veterinary expert in the world, and listen to world class speakers, and leave the Conference equipped and ready to change the lives of more horses.
Created for equine practitioners, saddle fitters, veterinary physiotherapists, coaches and professionals who care deeply about improving horse welfare and want to do it in a way that’s grounded, progressive, and sustainable.
Across two immersive days, you’ll hear from some of the most respected voices in equine care, explore new thinking in diagnostics, behaviour and rehab, and get real-life strategies you can take straight back to your clients.
This isn’t your typical CPD day. It’s science-meets-real-life. And it’s about more than just ticking boxes, it’s about creating change you can feel proud of.
Now in its fourth run the Healthy Horse Conference will be bigger and better than ever before. Our theme for this year is Empowerment. Let's work together to help more horses.
Empowerment is the theme for 2025
It's all about empowering you help more horses...
As an equine professional you have the power to make change in the industry. You don't need us to tell you that the industry is having a bit of a rough time at the moment.
Here at NKC we believe that now is the time to pull together, rise up and make a better world for horses -together.
We believe that change happens when you share the latest findings and research in a way that horse owners can implement it.
That change starts with you.
Change for horses - how to address weight loss with owners and what does a realistic rehab look like. We will be bringing science into real life
Change for the industry- use your voice and your position of influencer as to create change and help more horses - hear from experts, thought leaders and our equestrian influencers panel
Change using tech - how can AI help our horses?
Changes in diagnostics and lameness themes - what's new and updates from the vet world and stifle disease the new PSD?
Changes in thinking - The impact of Gut Health on performance, behaviour and happiness
What past attendees are saying...
"So interesting and informative"
Katie Noble - Veterinary Physiotherapist
"The best CPD conference I have ever attended"
Tessa - Veterinary Physiotherapist
"The speakers were incredible, I learnt so much"
Katie- Equestrian Coach and ESMT
2025 Speakers include...
Kate Granshaw
BVetMed (Hons) Cert AVP (EM, ESOrth) MRCVS- Vet, Mentor and Clinical Lead at a busy equine practice in the South of England
Gillian Tabor
Reader in Veterinary Physiotherapy- Hartpury University
Gillian Higgins
Founder of Horses Inside Out
Dr Sue Dyson
MA VetMB PhD
Nic de Brauwere
MRCVS Redwings Horse Sanctuary
Maija Luttinger
Licensed massage therapist
Lola Michelin
Director of Northwest School of Animal Massage
Anna Vickery-Wolfenden
Classical Trainer | Equine Behaviourist | Welfare Advocate
Adele Shaw
Equine behavior consultant
Calli Charles
BSc (Hons) Veterinary Physiotherapist
Nicola Kinnard-Comedie
MSc, NLP Coach Practitioner
Phillippa Christie
MCMA IAHT - Behavioural Coach, and Bridle Fitter
Rhiannon
Riding with Rhi - Corporate Strategist and Equestrian Content Creator
This training day is perfect for ...
equine bodyworkers
veterinary physiotherapists
equine practitioners
saddle fitters
bit and bridle fitters
coaches & trainers
What to expect from the day...
#1 World Class Content
Equine practitioners, saddlers and coaches attend the Healthy Horse Conference because of the content.
This isn't your typical CPD day. Where you hear lots of great ideas, but they don't quite translate into real life. The Conference is all about Empowering you to make change. It's where science meets real life.
There's no theory only concepts, it's all about the latest research and how it can help the horses in your care.
#2 Support After The Event
It's not just what you learn on the day that matters - it's what you do with the content, and the changes that you implement that make the difference.
Unlike conferences, congresses and other training days the buzz won't stop at the end of the day.
Instead you'll be given access to online resources PLUS a month of support (via our private Facebook group) to help you action the changes that will help you to help more horses.
The magic happens when you start implementing your learning. This isn't just a tick box training day.
#3 Networking & 'Ah-Ha' Moments
You'll be spending the Conference with other equine professionals who are just like you. Those who are ready for change, for themselves and for the industry.
This isn't your standard Conference.
Expect energy, lightbulb moments and connection.
This is the place to be for equine practitioners and professionals who see change in the equine industry.
Connections will be formed, and friendships will be made with access to long lasting support.
The Healthy Horse Conference Provisional Program
Friday 21st November - in person and streamed live
9.15 am - Registration
9.45 am - Conference Opening & What Does it Mean To Empower Horses?
10.00am - Evidence Based Rehab - What This Means For Injury Recovery And Prevention - Gillian Tabor
10.45am - Updates From The Vet World - What’s New And What You Need To Know - Kate Granshaw
11.30am - BREAK
12.00pm - The Give and Take of Working With Horses - How Can We Seek Permission More? - Lola Michelin
12.45pm - Breaking Free From Imposter Syndrome So You Can Help More Horses - Nicola Kinnard-Comedie
1.30pm - LUNCH
2.30pm - Assessing Quality of Life For Horses - Going Beyond The 5 Domains Model - Nic de Brauwere
3.30pm - Happy Gut Happy Horse -
4.15pm - BREAK
4.30pm - Panel Discussion, Reflections and Close The Conference
Saturday 22nd November -virtual
Remember if you can't join us live you will get the recordings of both days to watch again and again...
11.45 am -Registration
12.00pm -Day 2 Opening
12.10pm - Ligaments as Proprioceptors- Have We Had The Focus All Wrong On Ligaments? Lola Michelin
12.45pm -Empowering Yourself With Anatomical Knowledge - Gillian Higgins
1.30pm - BREAK
1.45pm - Why Are We Seeing More Stifle Disease? - Dr Kate Granshaw
2.30pm - It's More Than A Pain In The Neck - Why Neck X-rays Might Not Be The Answer - Dr Sue Dyson
3.15pm - Your Questions Answered
3.30pm - BREAK
4.00pm - Using your voice as an equestrian for change - with Maija from Freely Forward Bodywork, Rhiannon from Riding With Rhi, Calli from Vet Physio Phyle and Adele from The Willing Equine
5.00pm - Bridle fit as a welfare concern - Phillippa Christie
5.30pm - BREAK
5.45pm - Creating An Environment For Horses To Thrive (Not Just Survive) with Anna Vickery-Wolfenden & Nicola
6.15pm - How can AI help our horses? Nicola Kinnard-Comedie
6.45pm - Conference Close - Nicola Kinnard-Comedie
Get your ticket NOW
(before they are all gone!)
Choose Your Ticket
in person
ticket
Day 1 In Person + FREE Day 2 Virtual Ticket
1 payment
£147
or
7 payments of
£19.99
Access to a full day of inspirational training in person
Breakfast snacks, lunch & refreshments throughout the day
Free ticket to the Virtual Conference on Day 2
Goodie bag
Invite to our online community of support for 30 days
Total 10 hours CPD
online only
ticket
Day 1 & 2 Virtual Access
1 payment
£127
or
7 payments of
£17.99
Access to a full day of inspirational training online
Access to recordings for 6 months
Bonus livestream from the in-person day
Invite to our online community of support for 30 days
Total 10 hours CPD
in person
ticket
1 payment
£147
Access to a full day of inspirational training in person
Breakfast snacks, lunch & refreshments throughout the day
Free ticket to the Virtual Conference on Day 2
Goodie bag
Invite to our online community of support for 30 days
Total 10 hours CPD
online only
ticket
1 payment
£127
Access to a full day of inspirational training online
Access to recordings for 6 months
Bonus livestream from the in-person day
Invite to our online community of support for 30 days
Total 10 hours CPD
Choose Your Ticket
in person
ticket
1 payment
£147
Access to a full day of inspirational training in person
Breakfast snacks, lunch & refreshments throughout the day
Free ticket to the Virtual Conference on Day 2
Goodie bag
Invite to our online community of support for 30 days
Total 10 hours CPD
online only
ticket
1 payment
£127
Live stream Day 1
Access to a full day of inspirational training online
Access to recordings for 6 months
Invite to our online community of support for 30 days
Total 10 hours CPD
Kindly sponsored by...
Improving the lives of horses ...
One professional at a time.
Nicola and the team at NKC Equestrian really believe that together we can shape the future of the equine industry, and it starts with empowering professionals.
It's time to stop feeling frustrated and start making change happen.
We all owe it to the horses in our lives.
The Team behind The Healthy Horse Conference
Nicola Kinnard-Comedie
MSc, NLP Coach
Nicola is the Director of NKC Equestrian Training and is passionate about changing lives for both horses and practitioners, through her coaching and education programs.
Nicola is a business mentor and mindset coach for equine practitioners and vets, and she is an NLP Coach Practitioner, and has over 20 years coaching experience.
Nicola regularly speaks at conferences, contributes to several publications and guest lectures on developing a mindset for success.
Nicola (and her team) are delighted to be hosting their 4th Healthy Horse Conference in 2025.
Kate Granshaw
BVetMed(Hons)CertAVP(EM, ESOrth) MRCVS
Kate is a vet, mentor and Clinical Lead at a busy equine practice in the South of England. She specialises in poor performance, orthopaedics, lameness and sports horse medicine.
She is an FEI Official Veterinarian for Eventing, FEI Permitted Treating Veterinarian, and Chief Veterinary Officer at the South of England Showground.
She is also the vet partner for Equine Performance Thermography and a CIM for Surrey Vet School students.
Kate regularly teaches and lectures and is committed to supporting others in the industry.
Kate is the lead veterinary advisor for NKC Equestrian and will also be speaking at the Conference.
The Venue
Wokefield Estate
near Reading, Berkshire
After recent a £20 million renovation, Wokefield Estate is one of the best Conference venues in the South of England. Combining light modern spaces, with a gorgeous English country estate.
Located just outside Reading, with easy rail links, and under 1 hour from London.
For our International attendees Heathrow airport is 40 minutes away.
Important Information
Conference tickets are fully transferable but not refundable.
If you are unable to join the Healthy Horse Conference live (either in person or online) you will still receive all the recordings, and can still claim for your 10 hours CPD. You can transfer your ticket to a friend, but all tickets are non refundable.
STILL NOT SURE?
Frequently Asked Questions
What if I’m unable to attend live?
No problem. You’ll receive full access to all recordings from both days for 6 months, regardless of whether you attend in person or online.
Is this event suitable for me?
Yes, if you're an equine professional who wants to stay up to date with the latest research and improve outcomes for horses in your care. This includes therapists, physiotherapists, saddle and bit fitters, veterinarians, coaches, and bodyworkers.
Can I count this towards my CPD/CE hours?
Absolutely. The conference provides 10 hours of CPD and is approved for BHS coaches. You’ll receive a certificate after the event. You will be required to complete a form to receive your certificate.
What’s included with my ticket?
In-person ticket: Full access to Day 1, lunch and refreshments, access to Day 2 online, goodie bag, CPD certificate, and 6-month recording access.
Virtual ticket: Full access to both days online, 6-month replay access, CPD certificate, and bonus recordings from the in-person day.
Can I pay in instalments?
Yes, we offer flexible payment plans for both in-person and online tickets..
Where is the in-person event held?
At Wokefield Estate, near Reading, Berkshire, a beautiful venue with great rail links and just 40 minutes from Heathrow Airport.
What if something unexpected comes up and I'm unable to attend?
Tickets are non-refundable but fully transferable; you can pass your ticket to a colleague or friend. You’ll still receive all recordings and your CPD certificate.
What if I'm new to the industry or still training?
You're very welcome. The conference is an excellent opportunity to connect with professionals, gain confidence, and acquire practical skills that you can apply immediately.
I’m a horse owner, not a professional — can I still attend?
Absolutely. While the conference is designed with equine professionals in mind, we welcome horse owners who want to learn more and do the best for their horses.
The sessions are practical, accessible, and focused on real-life care, no jargon or overwhelming science. If you're a thoughtful owner who wants to make informed decisions, you’ll get a lot from the event.
I'm a BHS Coach, can I attend?
Yes, absolutely, and it’s CPD/CE approved for BHS Accredited Professional Coaches, so you can count your time at the conference towards your annual requirements.
You’ll gain practical, up-to-date insights to support both your coaching and the horses you work with, and you’ll be learning alongside other coaches, therapists, and equine professionals who want to stay informed and make a difference.
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