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WELCOME
Core Equine Therapy is passionate about bringing a fresh holistic approach to the specific needs of your equine partner
ABOUT ME
Desta Hancharyk
Graduated with honours from the Canadian Equine Institute (4 year hands on program)
Extensive knowledge of the anatomy and physiology of the horse
My mission through my treatments is to restore motion to the whole horse.
MY SERVICES
Restoring your horse in motion, mobility and performance
This treatment focuses on getting those muscles to fully release, checking and treating any "disorders" your horse may have (ribs out, diaphragm release, TMJ etc.) Two days off is recommended.
Using kinesiology tape manipulates and mimics the effects of massage at the same time providing support and stability without restricting range of motion.
My techniques; Massage, Fascia, Osteopathy, Nutrition, Acupuncture/Acupressure, Manipulations, Kinesiology Taping, Diaphragm Work, Cranial Sacral
My mission through my treatments is
to restore motion to the whole horse
What my clients and their lovely equine partners have to say
Cynthia Segger
"Desta has been doing body work on my mare on a regular basis for almost a year. She has also worked on my aged gelding and my granddaughter's horse. I believe that regular, effective body work plays an important role in helping a horse maintain soundness and overall comfort. Enhancing the riding experience for both horse and rider. Desta personable, reliable, prompt and thorough. I receive a written report as well as "before" and "after" photos at the end of each session. Desta is always willing to discuss issues relating to her work. I am very pleased with the results of Desta's work on these three horses. She is a regular part of their maintenance plan."
Alana Hilton
"I've been using Desta from Core Equine Therapy for my horse Beau (10 yr Hanoverian) for about 8 months. Beau and I train in dressage together and its very important to me that his body feels good so he's happy in his work, and that he's able to use himself properly/evenly to prevent injury. I love hearing Desta's feedback on what she feels when she works on him. She sends a technical report after each visit with information on the status of many markers throughout his body, any disorders that she has corrected and a written summary of her session. She finishes each session with acupuncture. Beau loves his treatments-Desta has a very calm and quiet manner with the horses-and I feel good knowing that I'm on top of correcting any imbalances that might be starting.
Beau and I highly recommend Desta!"
Beau and I highly recommend Desta!"
Sandra Verda Zanatta
*HPCTL, University British Columbia, *High Performance Dressage Coach, *FEI Grand Prix Rider, Fit to Ride Pilates for Equestrians
"I highly recommend Desta of CORE Equine therapy. She is knowledgeable, professional and committed to improving my horses' physical and mental well-being. Desta's program includes comprehensive evaluation, and safe, effective treatments, followed by thorough reports to track each horse's progress. Desta is an integral part of my horse care team and I appreciate her dedication to keeping my horses happy, healthy and fit for competition."
"I highly recommend Desta of CORE Equine therapy. She is knowledgeable, professional and committed to improving my horses' physical and mental well-being. Desta's program includes comprehensive evaluation, and safe, effective treatments, followed by thorough reports to track each horse's progress. Desta is an integral part of my horse care team and I appreciate her dedication to keeping my horses happy, healthy and fit for competition."
Rochelle Kilberg
*Certified High Performance Dressage Coach, *Grand Prix Rider
"I highly recommend Core Equine bodywork! Desta has worked on my horses with great results. Her deep understanding of equine anatomy and biomechanics is clear in her approach, and she takes the time to address each horses specific needs. Regular bodywork with her has complemented my training program while supporting soundness and injury prevention. My horses feel freer and softer through their body after each session. If you're looking for a skilled and attentive Equine bodyworker, Desta is an excellent choice"!
"I highly recommend Core Equine bodywork! Desta has worked on my horses with great results. Her deep understanding of equine anatomy and biomechanics is clear in her approach, and she takes the time to address each horses specific needs. Regular bodywork with her has complemented my training program while supporting soundness and injury prevention. My horses feel freer and softer through their body after each session. If you're looking for a skilled and attentive Equine bodyworker, Desta is an excellent choice"!
Tanna L'Esperance
"I initially sought Desta’s expertise more than a year ago and now consider her an essential part of my senior mare, Tula’s, well-being and care team. She’s been a key part of our journey, always bringing so much care, patience, and intention to every session. Her skilled bodywork and deep knowledge of equine massage have made a noticeable difference in helping Tula stay comfortable, mobile, and active, even as she ages and manages old injuries. What stands out most is how deeply attuned Desta is—not just to Tula’s physical condition, but to her personality and our special bond. She always takes time to check in, listen to my concerns, and offer thoughtful guidance. I consider it a gift to have someone so supportive, compassionate, and knowledgeable on our side and I highly recommend Desta; she's great!
Lindzie Hernandez
"Desta's ability to read my horses and know exactly where she needs to start with her professionalism and perfection make it exciting for my horses to be worked on monthly. The ability she has to be able to read and match where my horses are in their bodies is so rewarding. She leaves them feeling so relaxed and free moving. As a result of Desta's treatment and approach, I have a much better understanding of the things I need to do to improve my horses flexibility and help reduce stiffness. Desta is always very prompt (important when you are busy!) and her holistic approach means we deal with the symptoms and the underlying problems, meeting my horses where they're at, not just where they should be. The acupuncture she does is a nice finishing touch that literally will put my horse to sleep. Desta inspires me to do more myself to prevent and manage my anatomical health and well being, her positive and proactive approach and her encouragement to work in partnership and go above for her clients she treats. Truly I couldn't be more grateful to have her apart of my "village" I would definitely recommend Desta to others".
Jessica Marquis Fergusson
"Desta has been working on my upper level dressage horse for the past year now and I don't know if it's her hands that are magic or that her work is magic but she puts spells on my horse! I often say I wish she could work on him every Friday because the Monday after she sees him he's a new guy. So much softer and moving beautifully".
Cynthia Segger
"Desta has been doing body work on my mare on a regular basis for almost a year. She has also worked on my aged gelding and my granddaughter's horse. I believe that regular, effective body work plays an important role in helping a horse maintain soundness and overall comfort. Enhancing the riding experience for both horse and rider. Desta personable, reliable, prompt and thorough. I receive a written report as well as "before" and "after" photos at the end of each session. Desta is always willing to discuss issues relating to her work. I am very pleased with the results of Desta's work on these three horses. She is a regular part of their maintenance plan."
Alana Hilton
"I've been using Desta from Core Equine Therapy for my horse Beau (10 yr Hanoverian) for about 8 months. Beau and I train in dressage together and its very important to me that his body feels good so he's happy in his work, and that he's able to use himself properly/evenly to prevent injury. I love hearing Desta's feedback on what she feels when she works on him. She sends a technical report after each visit with information on the status of many markers throughout his body, any disorders that she has corrected and a written summary of her session. She finishes each session with acupuncture. Beau loves his treatments-Desta has a very calm and quiet manner with the horses-and I feel good knowing that I'm on top of correcting any imbalances that might be starting.
Beau and I highly recommend Desta!"
Beau and I highly recommend Desta!"
Sandra Verda Zanatta
*HPCTL, University British Columbia, *High Performance Dressage Coach, *FEI Grand Prix Rider, Fit to Ride Pilates for Equestrians
"I highly recommend Desta of CORE Equine therapy. She is knowledgeable, professional and committed to improving my horses' physical and mental well-being. Desta's program includes comprehensive evaluation, and safe, effective treatments, followed by thorough reports to track each horse's progress. Desta is an integral part of my horse care team and I appreciate her dedication to keeping my horses happy, healthy and fit for competition."
"I highly recommend Desta of CORE Equine therapy. She is knowledgeable, professional and committed to improving my horses' physical and mental well-being. Desta's program includes comprehensive evaluation, and safe, effective treatments, followed by thorough reports to track each horse's progress. Desta is an integral part of my horse care team and I appreciate her dedication to keeping my horses happy, healthy and fit for competition."
Rochelle Kilberg
*Certified High Performance Dressage Coach, *Grand Prix Rider
"I highly recommend Core Equine bodywork! Desta has worked on my horses with great results. Her deep understanding of equine anatomy and biomechanics is clear in her approach, and she takes the time to address each horses specific needs. Regular bodywork with her has complemented my training program while supporting soundness and injury prevention. My horses feel freer and softer through their body after each session. If you're looking for a skilled and attentive Equine bodyworker, Desta is an excellent choice"!
"I highly recommend Core Equine bodywork! Desta has worked on my horses with great results. Her deep understanding of equine anatomy and biomechanics is clear in her approach, and she takes the time to address each horses specific needs. Regular bodywork with her has complemented my training program while supporting soundness and injury prevention. My horses feel freer and softer through their body after each session. If you're looking for a skilled and attentive Equine bodyworker, Desta is an excellent choice"!
Tanna L'Esperance
"I initially sought Desta’s expertise more than a year ago and now consider her an essential part of my senior mare, Tula’s, well-being and care team. She’s been a key part of our journey, always bringing so much care, patience, and intention to every session. Her skilled bodywork and deep knowledge of equine massage have made a noticeable difference in helping Tula stay comfortable, mobile, and active, even as she ages and manages old injuries. What stands out most is how deeply attuned Desta is—not just to Tula’s physical condition, but to her personality and our special bond. She always takes time to check in, listen to my concerns, and offer thoughtful guidance. I consider it a gift to have someone so supportive, compassionate, and knowledgeable on our side and I highly recommend Desta; she's great!
Lindzie Hernandez
"Desta's ability to read my horses and know exactly where she needs to start with her professionalism and perfection make it exciting for my horses to be worked on monthly. The ability she has to be able to read and match where my horses are in their bodies is so rewarding. She leaves them feeling so relaxed and free moving. As a result of Desta's treatment and approach, I have a much better understanding of the things I need to do to improve my horses flexibility and help reduce stiffness. Desta is always very prompt (important when you are busy!) and her holistic approach means we deal with the symptoms and the underlying problems, meeting my horses where they're at, not just where they should be. The acupuncture she does is a nice finishing touch that literally will put my horse to sleep. Desta inspires me to do more myself to prevent and manage my anatomical health and well being, her positive and proactive approach and her encouragement to work in partnership and go above for her clients she treats. Truly I couldn't be more grateful to have her apart of my "village" I would definitely recommend Desta to others".
Jessica Marquis Fergusson
"Desta has been working on my upper level dressage horse for the past year now and I don't know if it's her hands that are magic or that her work is magic but she puts spells on my horse! I often say I wish she could work on him every Friday because the Monday after she sees him he's a new guy. So much softer and moving beautifully".
Cynthia Segger
"Desta has been doing body work on my mare on a regular basis for almost a year. She has also worked on my aged gelding and my granddaughter's horse. I believe that regular, effective body work plays an important role in helping a horse maintain soundness and overall comfort. Enhancing the riding experience for both horse and rider. Desta personable, reliable, prompt and thorough. I receive a written report as well as "before" and "after" photos at the end of each session. Desta is always willing to discuss issues relating to her work. I am very pleased with the results of Desta's work on these three horses. She is a regular part of their maintenance plan."
Alana Hilton
"I've been using Desta from Core Equine Therapy for my horse Beau (10 yr Hanoverian) for about 8 months. Beau and I train in dressage together and its very important to me that his body feels good so he's happy in his work, and that he's able to use himself properly/evenly to prevent injury. I love hearing Desta's feedback on what she feels when she works on him. She sends a technical report after each visit with information on the status of many markers throughout his body, any disorders that she has corrected and a written summary of her session. She finishes each session with acupuncture. Beau loves his treatments-Desta has a very calm and quiet manner with the horses-and I feel good knowing that I'm on top of correcting any imbalances that might be starting.
Beau and I highly recommend Desta!"
Beau and I highly recommend Desta!"
Sandra Verda Zanatta
*HPCTL, University British Columbia, *High Performance Dressage Coach, *FEI Grand Prix Rider, Fit to Ride Pilates for Equestrians
"I highly recommend Desta of CORE Equine therapy. She is knowledgeable, professional and committed to improving my horses' physical and mental well-being. Desta's program includes comprehensive evaluation, and safe, effective treatments, followed by thorough reports to track each horse's progress. Desta is an integral part of my horse care team and I appreciate her dedication to keeping my horses happy, healthy and fit for competition."
"I highly recommend Desta of CORE Equine therapy. She is knowledgeable, professional and committed to improving my horses' physical and mental well-being. Desta's program includes comprehensive evaluation, and safe, effective treatments, followed by thorough reports to track each horse's progress. Desta is an integral part of my horse care team and I appreciate her dedication to keeping my horses happy, healthy and fit for competition."
Rochelle Kilberg
*Certified High Performance Dressage Coach, *Grand Prix Rider
"I highly recommend Core Equine bodywork! Desta has worked on my horses with great results. Her deep understanding of equine anatomy and biomechanics is clear in her approach, and she takes the time to address each horses specific needs. Regular bodywork with her has complemented my training program while supporting soundness and injury prevention. My horses feel freer and softer through their body after each session. If you're looking for a skilled and attentive Equine bodyworker, Desta is an excellent choice"!
"I highly recommend Core Equine bodywork! Desta has worked on my horses with great results. Her deep understanding of equine anatomy and biomechanics is clear in her approach, and she takes the time to address each horses specific needs. Regular bodywork with her has complemented my training program while supporting soundness and injury prevention. My horses feel freer and softer through their body after each session. If you're looking for a skilled and attentive Equine bodyworker, Desta is an excellent choice"!
Tanna L'Esperance
"I initially sought Desta’s expertise more than a year ago and now consider her an essential part of my senior mare, Tula’s, well-being and care team. She’s been a key part of our journey, always bringing so much care, patience, and intention to every session. Her skilled bodywork and deep knowledge of equine massage have made a noticeable difference in helping Tula stay comfortable, mobile, and active, even as she ages and manages old injuries. What stands out most is how deeply attuned Desta is—not just to Tula’s physical condition, but to her personality and our special bond. She always takes time to check in, listen to my concerns, and offer thoughtful guidance. I consider it a gift to have someone so supportive, compassionate, and knowledgeable on our side and I highly recommend Desta; she's great!
Lindzie Hernandez
"Desta's ability to read my horses and know exactly where she needs to start with her professionalism and perfection make it exciting for my horses to be worked on monthly. The ability she has to be able to read and match where my horses are in their bodies is so rewarding. She leaves them feeling so relaxed and free moving. As a result of Desta's treatment and approach, I have a much better understanding of the things I need to do to improve my horses flexibility and help reduce stiffness. Desta is always very prompt (important when you are busy!) and her holistic approach means we deal with the symptoms and the underlying problems, meeting my horses where they're at, not just where they should be. The acupuncture she does is a nice finishing touch that literally will put my horse to sleep. Desta inspires me to do more myself to prevent and manage my anatomical health and well being, her positive and proactive approach and her encouragement to work in partnership and go above for her clients she treats. Truly I couldn't be more grateful to have her apart of my "village" I would definitely recommend Desta to others".
Jessica Marquis Fergusson
"Desta has been working on my upper level dressage horse for the past year now and I don't know if it's her hands that are magic or that her work is magic but she puts spells on my horse! I often say I wish she could work on him every Friday because the Monday after she sees him he's a new guy. So much softer and moving beautifully".
Cynthia Segger
"Desta has been doing body work on my mare on a regular basis for almost a year. She has also worked on my aged gelding and my granddaughter's horse. I believe that regular, effective body work plays an important role in helping a horse maintain soundness and overall comfort. Enhancing the riding experience for both horse and rider. Desta personable, reliable, prompt and thorough. I receive a written report as well as "before" and "after" photos at the end of each session. Desta is always willing to discuss issues relating to her work. I am very pleased with the results of Desta's work on these three horses. She is a regular part of their maintenance plan."
Alana Hilton
"I've been using Desta from Core Equine Therapy for my horse Beau (10 yr Hanoverian) for about 8 months. Beau and I train in dressage together and its very important to me that his body feels good so he's happy in his work, and that he's able to use himself properly/evenly to prevent injury. I love hearing Desta's feedback on what she feels when she works on him. She sends a technical report after each visit with information on the status of many markers throughout his body, any disorders that she has corrected and a written summary of her session. She finishes each session with acupuncture. Beau loves his treatments-Desta has a very calm and quiet manner with the horses-and I feel good knowing that I'm on top of correcting any imbalances that might be starting.
Beau and I highly recommend Desta!"
Beau and I highly recommend Desta!"
Sandra Verda Zanatta
*HPCTL, University British Columbia, *High Performance Dressage Coach, *FEI Grand Prix Rider, Fit to Ride Pilates for Equestrians
"I highly recommend Desta of CORE Equine therapy. She is knowledgeable, professional and committed to improving my horses' physical and mental well-being. Desta's program includes comprehensive evaluation, and safe, effective treatments, followed by thorough reports to track each horse's progress. Desta is an integral part of my horse care team and I appreciate her dedication to keeping my horses happy, healthy and fit for competition."
"I highly recommend Desta of CORE Equine therapy. She is knowledgeable, professional and committed to improving my horses' physical and mental well-being. Desta's program includes comprehensive evaluation, and safe, effective treatments, followed by thorough reports to track each horse's progress. Desta is an integral part of my horse care team and I appreciate her dedication to keeping my horses happy, healthy and fit for competition."
Rochelle Kilberg
*Certified High Performance Dressage Coach, *Grand Prix Rider
"I highly recommend Core Equine bodywork! Desta has worked on my horses with great results. Her deep understanding of equine anatomy and biomechanics is clear in her approach, and she takes the time to address each horses specific needs. Regular bodywork with her has complemented my training program while supporting soundness and injury prevention. My horses feel freer and softer through their body after each session. If you're looking for a skilled and attentive Equine bodyworker, Desta is an excellent choice"!
"I highly recommend Core Equine bodywork! Desta has worked on my horses with great results. Her deep understanding of equine anatomy and biomechanics is clear in her approach, and she takes the time to address each horses specific needs. Regular bodywork with her has complemented my training program while supporting soundness and injury prevention. My horses feel freer and softer through their body after each session. If you're looking for a skilled and attentive Equine bodyworker, Desta is an excellent choice"!
Tanna L'Esperance
"I initially sought Desta’s expertise more than a year ago and now consider her an essential part of my senior mare, Tula’s, well-being and care team. She’s been a key part of our journey, always bringing so much care, patience, and intention to every session. Her skilled bodywork and deep knowledge of equine massage have made a noticeable difference in helping Tula stay comfortable, mobile, and active, even as she ages and manages old injuries. What stands out most is how deeply attuned Desta is—not just to Tula’s physical condition, but to her personality and our special bond. She always takes time to check in, listen to my concerns, and offer thoughtful guidance. I consider it a gift to have someone so supportive, compassionate, and knowledgeable on our side and I highly recommend Desta; she's great!
Lindzie Hernandez
"Desta's ability to read my horses and know exactly where she needs to start with her professionalism and perfection make it exciting for my horses to be worked on monthly. The ability she has to be able to read and match where my horses are in their bodies is so rewarding. She leaves them feeling so relaxed and free moving. As a result of Desta's treatment and approach, I have a much better understanding of the things I need to do to improve my horses flexibility and help reduce stiffness. Desta is always very prompt (important when you are busy!) and her holistic approach means we deal with the symptoms and the underlying problems, meeting my horses where they're at, not just where they should be. The acupuncture she does is a nice finishing touch that literally will put my horse to sleep. Desta inspires me to do more myself to prevent and manage my anatomical health and well being, her positive and proactive approach and her encouragement to work in partnership and go above for her clients she treats. Truly I couldn't be more grateful to have her apart of my "village" I would definitely recommend Desta to others".
Jessica Marquis Fergusson
"Desta has been working on my upper level dressage horse for the past year now and I don't know if it's her hands that are magic or that her work is magic but she puts spells on my horse! I often say I wish she could work on him every Friday because the Monday after she sees him he's a new guy. So much softer and moving beautifully".
Cynthia Segger
"Desta has been doing body work on my mare on a regular basis for almost a year. She has also worked on my aged gelding and my granddaughter's horse. I believe that regular, effective body work plays an important role in helping a horse maintain soundness and overall comfort. Enhancing the riding experience for both horse and rider. Desta personable, reliable, prompt and thorough. I receive a written report as well as "before" and "after" photos at the end of each session. Desta is always willing to discuss issues relating to her work. I am very pleased with the results of Desta's work on these three horses. She is a regular part of their maintenance plan."
Alana Hilton
"I've been using Desta from Core Equine Therapy for my horse Beau (10 yr Hanoverian) for about 8 months. Beau and I train in dressage together and its very important to me that his body feels good so he's happy in his work, and that he's able to use himself properly/evenly to prevent injury. I love hearing Desta's feedback on what she feels when she works on him. She sends a technical report after each visit with information on the status of many markers throughout his body, any disorders that she has corrected and a written summary of her session. She finishes each session with acupuncture. Beau loves his treatments-Desta has a very calm and quiet manner with the horses-and I feel good knowing that I'm on top of correcting any imbalances that might be starting.
Beau and I highly recommend Desta!"
Beau and I highly recommend Desta!"
Sandra Verda Zanatta
*HPCTL, University British Columbia, *High Performance Dressage Coach, *FEI Grand Prix Rider, Fit to Ride Pilates for Equestrians
"I highly recommend Desta of CORE Equine therapy. She is knowledgeable, professional and committed to improving my horses' physical and mental well-being. Desta's program includes comprehensive evaluation, and safe, effective treatments, followed by thorough reports to track each horse's progress. Desta is an integral part of my horse care team and I appreciate her dedication to keeping my horses happy, healthy and fit for competition."
"I highly recommend Desta of CORE Equine therapy. She is knowledgeable, professional and committed to improving my horses' physical and mental well-being. Desta's program includes comprehensive evaluation, and safe, effective treatments, followed by thorough reports to track each horse's progress. Desta is an integral part of my horse care team and I appreciate her dedication to keeping my horses happy, healthy and fit for competition."
Rochelle Kilberg
*Certified High Performance Dressage Coach, *Grand Prix Rider
"I highly recommend Core Equine bodywork! Desta has worked on my horses with great results. Her deep understanding of equine anatomy and biomechanics is clear in her approach, and she takes the time to address each horses specific needs. Regular bodywork with her has complemented my training program while supporting soundness and injury prevention. My horses feel freer and softer through their body after each session. If you're looking for a skilled and attentive Equine bodyworker, Desta is an excellent choice"!
"I highly recommend Core Equine bodywork! Desta has worked on my horses with great results. Her deep understanding of equine anatomy and biomechanics is clear in her approach, and she takes the time to address each horses specific needs. Regular bodywork with her has complemented my training program while supporting soundness and injury prevention. My horses feel freer and softer through their body after each session. If you're looking for a skilled and attentive Equine bodyworker, Desta is an excellent choice"!
Tanna L'Esperance
"I initially sought Desta’s expertise more than a year ago and now consider her an essential part of my senior mare, Tula’s, well-being and care team. She’s been a key part of our journey, always bringing so much care, patience, and intention to every session. Her skilled bodywork and deep knowledge of equine massage have made a noticeable difference in helping Tula stay comfortable, mobile, and active, even as she ages and manages old injuries. What stands out most is how deeply attuned Desta is—not just to Tula’s physical condition, but to her personality and our special bond. She always takes time to check in, listen to my concerns, and offer thoughtful guidance. I consider it a gift to have someone so supportive, compassionate, and knowledgeable on our side and I highly recommend Desta; she's great!
Lindzie Hernandez
"Desta's ability to read my horses and know exactly where she needs to start with her professionalism and perfection make it exciting for my horses to be worked on monthly. The ability she has to be able to read and match where my horses are in their bodies is so rewarding. She leaves them feeling so relaxed and free moving. As a result of Desta's treatment and approach, I have a much better understanding of the things I need to do to improve my horses flexibility and help reduce stiffness. Desta is always very prompt (important when you are busy!) and her holistic approach means we deal with the symptoms and the underlying problems, meeting my horses where they're at, not just where they should be. The acupuncture she does is a nice finishing touch that literally will put my horse to sleep. Desta inspires me to do more myself to prevent and manage my anatomical health and well being, her positive and proactive approach and her encouragement to work in partnership and go above for her clients she treats. Truly I couldn't be more grateful to have her apart of my "village" I would definitely recommend Desta to others".
Jessica Marquis Fergusson
"Desta has been working on my upper level dressage horse for the past year now and I don't know if it's her hands that are magic or that her work is magic but she puts spells on my horse! I often say I wish she could work on him every Friday because the Monday after she sees him he's a new guy. So much softer and moving beautifully".
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