Sophie Ruzicka Equine
Get to Know Us
In the Somerset region, 10 minutes from Esk lies our beautiful 25 acre property where we provide; Horse Riding, Horse Training and Horse Healing.
Our unique experience will show you into the world of horses!
Our goal is all about you feeling comfortable and confident, in doing so you need to get an understanding of the animals you will be working with.
Horses can make you feel happy and positive, to lower your stress hormones – it naturally stimulates production of serotonin, giving you a sense of well-being.
You might just like to bond with your horse on the ground or enjoy a relaxing ride and experience the outdoors, you might love it so much you want to try a riding discipline.
Our animals are part of the family, who get very well looked after and have a great temperament to bond with.
Equine Embrace
Healing Horses & Humans
Sophie Ruzicka
Owner / Manager
Hi, I’m Sophie.
I started working with horses when I was just 12 years old. After moving from the busy city of Brisbane to a small property, I discovered my deep love for horses. School never quite felt like the right fit for me, and I often found myself longing to be in the paddock with the horses and other animals.
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Horses became my anchor during difficult times, and while there were many challenges along the way, my love for them only grew stronger. I began volunteering at a horse riding school after school, eventually becoming skilled enough to buy my first horse.​
Now, my first horse was no easy ride, but I was determined to train him myself—with a little help from YouTube and a lot of perseverance. Despite the doubts of others, I proved that he could be incredible, and he was!
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Fast forward to today, and my passion for working with animals has only intensified. I want to share the world of horses with others, showing how these incredible creatures can heal your soul.
Our goats are also a playful, joyful herd, living their best lives—something we could all learn from!
If you trust and respect these animals, they will take care of you as if you’re part of their pack.
Healing Horses and Humans
Services
Horse Riding
Horse riding lessons designed to help riders build confidence, improve skills, and develop strong horsemanship.
Learn grooming, saddling, basic riding, groundwork, and essential horse care in a supportive, hands-on environment.
Horse Healing
Providing gentle, effective therapies to support your horse’s recovery, mobility, and overall well-being.
Techniques include Emmett for muscle release, SCENAR for pain and nerve support, and Red Light Therapy for injury healing and inflammation reduction.
