About TS Equine Services
Dedicated to creating balanced riders across Australia. Founded by Tamara Scarpaci, TS Equine Services brings together over 35 years of coaching expertise, professional saddle fitting, and body awareness therapy to develop harmonious horse and rider partnerships.
My journey and founding philosophy
After 25 years of coaching riders, Tamara Scarpaci recognised a vital missing link: achieving ultimate rider balance. A decade ago, she advanced her expertise by studying professional saddle fitting through ASFA and SMS, establishing TS Equine Services. Incorporating the Alexander Technique, Tamara integrates therapy-based learning to refine posture, release tension, and correct habits that impede riding. She also specialises in supporting riders recovering from strokes or joint replacements to regain confident body control in the saddle.
What creating balanced riders means
Creating balanced riders is about developing the whole equestrian—well beyond simply sitting upright or completing movements. A balanced rider understands how posture, aids, timing, and mindset directly influence the horse. Our rider-centred coaching focuses on partnership over mere performance, ensuring confidence without pressure. Progress is measured by trust, sympathetic communication, and genuine physical harmony between horse and rider.
Mobile visits and virtual coaching
Owner and operator Tamara Scarpaci travels directly to clients across Victoria, South Australia, and New South Wales, with interstate and international travel available by arrangement. For riders anywhere in the world, TS Equine Services also provides interactive online lessons and coaching through your Pivot setup, bringing personalised instruction straight to your arena.
"The most rewarding breakthrough is when a rider stops simply trying to make the horse do something and starts to truly communicate. When confidence, balance, and feel align, horse and rider become an effortless team."
Tamara Scarpaci, founder of TS Equine Services