Hippo Sofia

Hippo Sofia Academie is a professional training centre focused on equine therapy and rehabilitation. It offers courses for people who want to work as horse therapists or develop their knowledge of equine health and wellbeing. The academy describes its education as comprehensive, combining practical treatment techniques with learning about anatomy and how the horse’s body functions. Courses and subjects include craniosacral therapy, osteopathy, shiatsu, massage, triggerpoint therapy and medicinal leech therapy, alongside medical basic knowledge, aromatherapy, medical taping and physical vascular therapy.

Training is delivered by experienced instructors from across the equine sector, and students can explore course schedules, costs and study information through the academy. Hippo Sofia also provides horse rehabilitation at its location in Hooge Mierde, where horses can receive a range of therapies. Its website features information about the team, student experiences, practitioner networks and enrolment. The academy’s approach centres on helping students support horses’ health and advising owners on ways to promote their horses’ wellbeing.