Frankly Sound Equine

confidence for you… soundness for your horse

Remember why you fell in love with horses?


That spark, that joy, that sense of wonder; before the noise, the pressure, and the all the “right ways” drowned it out.

At Frankly Sound Equine, I help horses, and their people find their way back to that place.
Through connection work, a BTMM lens of postural rehabilitation, and a horse-first approach, I bridge the gap between amateur and professional - offering clear, practical guidance anyone can use to show up as the best partner for their horse.

Whether you dream of riding again without fear, resolving a nagging soundness issue, or simply enjoying time with your horse, my work is rooted in one goal:
bringing you both back to a place of trust, comfort, and long-term soundness; through collaboration of my network.

Because when we make the horse the priority, they’ll give us more than we ever imagined.

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Services

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    BTMM + NERVE RELEASE

    Restore alignment and connection from the inside out.
    We blend movement, postural bodywork, and nervous system release techniques to support long-term soundness and trust.

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    ON-SITE immersive program

    Send your horse to me for a 3–4 month immersive program combining movement, nutrition, energetics, bodywork, and training in collaboration with HeartSong Equine. Designed to restore soundness, uncover root causes, and prepare horse and human for their next steps—whether that’s a stronger partnership at home or moving on to advanced work.

    Currently booked through the end of the year. Join the waitlist to be notified when space opens.

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    Holistic horse collective membership

    Ongoing support for thoughtful, empowered horse guardians.
    Monthly education, Q&A calls, expert insight, and a supportive community—plus discounts on services and consults.

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Why Work with Me?

I’m Maeve Bandt - a horseman, bodyworker, and BTMM apprentice trainer with a focus on re-establishing a foundation through functional movement therapy, postural rehabilitation, and nervous system regulation.

If something in your partnership feels “off,” I help you find the missing piece.
Not by drilling harder or adding pressure, but by listening… to posture, breath, and the quiet signals beneath the surface.

My work lives in the nuances, bridging the gap between where you are and where you want to be with your horse - resolving discomfort, restoring soundness, and rebuilding trust from the inside out.

Because when horse and human feel understood, everything changes.

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My Approach at a Glance

A clear, compassionate process for lasting partnerships

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Find the Root Cause

Identify what’s truly going on—whether it’s physical imbalance, training gaps, or relational disconnect.

Restore Comfort & Balance

Blending correct biomechanics, bodywork, and connection to help your horse feel their best.

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Empower the Guardian

Give you clear tools and understanding so you can support your horse long-term.

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Collaborate with the Best

Embrace my tribe through the process to ensure the best support. Connect you to my trusted network of advanced trainers and specialists when it’s the right next step.

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Build a Lasting Foundation

Set you and your horse up for sustainable progress, whatever your goals may be.

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