About Us
About The Balanced Duo?
Horse and Rider Therapy in Margaret River and the South West of Western Australia
The Balanced Duo was founded by Renae Fowler BSc (Hons), a qualified Musculoskeletal Therapist, equestrian, and lifelong horsewoman with a passion for helping horses and riders perform at their best together.
Growing up in Cowaramup in Western Australia's Margaret River region, Renae spent much of her childhood in the saddle. Guided by her Pop (Grandfather), she developed a deep understanding of horsemanship, horse behaviour, and the unique partnership between horse and rider. Those early experiences laid the foundation for a lifelong commitment to equestrian sport, animal wellbeing, and human movement.
While horses were always central to her life, Renae pursued a professional career in health and rehabilitation, completing a Bachelor of Science with Honours and establishing herself as a Musculoskeletal Therapist. Over more than 20 years in practice, she has worked extensively with a variety of athletes, giving her deep insight into movement, performance, and the physical challenges that equestrians face. The outcome is clearer communication, greater comfort, and a stronger connection, creating a truly balanced duo: horse and rider moving as one.
"Whether you’re a competitive athlete chasing performance gains or a horse owner wanting more ease and harmony in your rides, I can tailor the treatment to deliver lasting results for both you and your horse." Renae.
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Why The Balance Duo was created
The inspiration for The Balanced Duo came through a simple but important observation.
As her daughter Chaise progressed through competitive equestrian sport, Renae began treating increasing numbers of riders who experienced recurring postural imbalances, discomfort, and movement restrictions. Despite successful treatment, many riders returned with the same issues weeks later.
Looking beyond the rider, Renae recognised a critical connection: the horse's movement, posture, and physical restrictions were often contributing to the rider's imbalance. Equally, rider asymmetries were influencing the horse's way of going, performance, and comfort.
This discovery reinforced what experienced horse people have long understood that horse and rider function as a partnership, and each influences the other.
Determined to better support both ends of that partnership, Renae undertook further study in equine biomechanics and equine muscle release therapy through Equestricare, combining evidence-based musculoskeletal therapy with decades of practical equestrian experience.
The result was The Balanced Duo; a specialised horse and rider therapy service focused on improving alignment, movement, balance, comfort, performance, and connection between horse and rider.
Supporting Horses and Riders Across the South West
Based in the Margaret River region, The Balanced Duo provides professional horse and rider bodywork services throughout the South West of Western Australia.
Whether you are a competitive equestrian, recreational rider, pony club participant, or agricultural horse owner, Renae works with both horse and rider to identify movement restrictions, improve biomechanics, and support long-term wellbeing and performance.
By treating horse and rider as a team, The Balanced Duo helps create stronger partnerships, better communication, and improved outcomes for both.
About Renae
"I’ve been around horses my whole life. I practically grew up in the saddle, and I have my Pop to thank for that. He taught me everything, from the smallest details of horsemanship to the deep, silent connection between human and horse. I still feel his spirit present on the farm today - it is a beautiful reminder of the passion and knowledge he passed down."
"As a young girl growing up in Cowaramup, Pop taught me how to ride and back then, I would ride my horse to Margaret River down the Wadandi track. I competed at a high level in Eventing (Cross Country as it was known then) and just before a competition, Pop would always say to me...
"She”ll be right Rabby”.
"I always knew working with horses is where I was meant to be. I finished my equestrian athletic career to focus on my University study where I earned my Honours degree."
Based in the heart of the South West of Western Australia, in the Margaret River Region, Renae is dedicated to serving the local equestrian and agricultural communities.
"I look forward to helping you and your equine partner achieve your full potential, together."