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Human · Animal · Partnership

Osteopathy for horse and rider, working better together.

Thoughtful care that considers both sides of the partnership, alongside osteopathy for people and animals.

Ways Martin can help

Care shaped around you and your animal

Choose the route that best fits what you are looking for. If you are unsure, Martin is happy to talk.

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A joined-up perspective

One partnership. Two bodies.

The way a horse moves can influence a rider, while a rider's balance and habits can influence the horse.

Martin can look at both sides of that relationship—considering movement patterns, comfort and compensation—then offer appropriate hands-on care and practical guidance. The aim is to support a more comfortable partnership, without making assumptions about the cause.

Discover the horse & rider approach

Meet Martin

Experienced care, delivered personally

Practising since 1988, Martin brings a broad view of the body and a warm, unhurried manner to his work with people and animals.

His approach starts with listening and observation. Whether the patient is a person, horse or dog, care is adapted to the individual and explained clearly.

More about Martin
Portrait of Martin Van Zyl outdoors
1988

Long-standing experience

A breadth of practice developed over many years.

People and animals

A joined-up understanding across human and animal care.

Flexible locations

Clinic options and home visits by arrangement.

A separate wellbeing practice

Space for reflection and connection

Martin also offers spiritual-health and stress-management work grounded in reflection, perspective and personal wellbeing. This is distinct from his osteopathic practice.

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Cheltenham & Gloucestershire

Care in a setting that works for you

Cheltenham clinic

2 Wolseley Terrace, Cheltenham GL50 1TH

Floating river clinic

Ronson Reclaim, Sandhurst Lane, GL2 9NG

Home visits

Available by arrangement. Call to discuss location and suitability.

Take the next step

Ready to book?

Choose an appointment online, or call Martin if you would like to talk first.