About us

Elevating Equestrian Excellence Through Fitness & Well-being.
Discover our story, meet our team, and understand our commitment to helping equestrians achieve their peak performance.

Let's Talk
training

Meet India: The Heart of Chukka Wellness

Born and raised in Sussex, England. India’s life has always revolved around sport and activity. From representing her Pony Club and School in Eventing to competing in athletics, her passion for fitness is a non-negotiable constant in India’s life. India’s tenure at Chelsea Football Club came to end following a trip to Argentina, due to feeling a pull to become a trainer focused in the Equestrian space. Up until recently, India has worked predominantly with polo players and has a dedicated company helping polo players, Chukka Wellness.
Let's Talk
show horses image

India Parker Smith

india

Founder, Equestrian Fitness Expert

India is a highly experienced trainer with an unmatched understanding of what training equestrians require to reach peak performance. India’s credentials include training Hazel Jackson & Nina Clark in, World Ladies No.1 & 2 polo players. The Thai Polo Team when they became the winner of the British Gold Cup in 2021. As well as training members of the US ladies open team Izzy Parsons, Heather Soutu, & Kylie Sheehan.

Within the other disciples, India has trained Ellesse Jordan Gundersen, Grand Prix Dressage rider. Gabriella Reutter, International Chilean Show Jumper, amongst others. India holds a Bachelor’s Degree in Sport & Exercise Science alongside a diploma in nutritional studies & level 3 personal training qualification. India regularly contributes to all equestrian editorial& podcast platforms.

Please get in touch to discuss collaborating. Previous contributions include the Polo Times, The Plaid Magazine, Polo Lady, Equestrian Podcast, Noelle Floyd, USPA Magazine, La Pochette, Women of Polo Magazine and Hurlingham Polo Association.

India Parker Smith signature

Qualifications

  • Bachelors Degree in Sport and Exercise Science

  • Diploma in Nutritional Studies

  • Level 3 Personal Training Qualification

Highlighted Collaborations

  • US Ladies Open Team

    Triple Crown Ladies Polo Team

    Nina Clarkin - World Ladies No. 1 Polo Player

  • Thai Polo Team - Winners of the British Gold Cup UK 2021

  • Schockemohle Polo Team

  • Rebecca Walters - Ladies 6 Goal Polo Player

  • Ellesse Jordan Gundersen - Grand Prix Dressage Rider

  • Gabriella Reutter - International Chilean Show Jumper

  • Izzy Parsons - Ladies US Open Polo Player

  • Heather Soutu - Ladies US Open Polo Player

  • Kylie Sheehan - Ladies US Open Polo Player

  • Santi Araya Jr - 3 Goal Argentine Polo Player

  • Tommy Severn - 4 Goal British Polo Player

  • Ed Banner-Eve - 5 Goal British Polo Player

Contributed to

  • Polo Times

  • The Plaid Magazine

  • Polo Lady

  • LA Polo India

  • Noelle Floyd

  • Equestrian Podcast

  • USPA Magazine

  • La Pochette

  • Women of Polo Magazine

  • Hurlingham Polo Association

Our team

Valerie

Valerie Breslow

Holistic Nutritionist and Founder of Equestrian Wellness

Valerie Breslow is a holistic nutritionist and founder of Equestrian Wellness, specialising in personalised wellness programs that blend nutritional guidance, lifestyle coaching, and holistic therapies. With a background in equestrian sports and a passion for wellness, Valerie offers a unique approach to health that empowers individuals to achieve their fitness and well-being goals, whether they are amateur riders, professional athletes, or anyone in between.

signatureBook Now
Annie doing massage

Annie Frederick

Sports Scientist & Sports Massage Therapist

Annie brings her expertise in exercise physiology to help riders reach their full potential, as well as keep their bodies on the road. Annie has raced Ironman triathlons at World Championship level, therefore understands what it takes to be an athlete and can advise on sports science interventions to gain the edge over your competition. Previously Annie has worked with Olympians in endurance sports such as triathlon, athletics and cycling preparing to compete in hot & humid environments. As well as riders who are keen to find out more about their performance, using metrics such as heart rate, blood glucose & heart rate variability to investigate signals your body is giving you related to training and performing in sport. Annie has a keen interest in looking at what it takes our horses to perform their best too.

Annie Frederick signatureBook Now
team member

Katrina Brugada

Acupuncturist and Rehabilitation Specialist

Katrina is a Berkshire-based acupuncturist and rehabilitation specialist with a multifaceted approach to wellness, combining her expertise in personal training, clinical Pilates, Tuina massage, and acupuncture to offer comprehensive treatment plans. She specialises in working with Polo teams and addressing women's health issues, including hormonal changes and fertility, while also focusing on fitness, strength, and mobility.

signatureBook Now

John Haime

Human Performance Coach

John Haime is a human performance coach who prepares performers to be their very best by helping them tap into the elusive 10% of their abilities that will elevate them to the top. This is something that anyone with a target craves and John Haime knows how to get performers there. John builds confidence – skilfully closing the gap in sport and corporate performance from where a performer or team currently is…to where they want to go.

Book Now

ready to take your performance up a gear?

Let's work together to achieve your goals. Get in touch with us today and take the first step towards a stronger, more confident you in the saddle.

Let's Talk
polo team

Hear From Our Happy Equestrians

“Working with India helped me with a number of things and I’m so grateful for her guidance! India helped me identify my weaknesses, my imbalances, and the areas I needed to work on to become a better rider and athlete. She gave me exercises and tools that not only help improve my fitness but also help me develop and improve as a dressage rider. India not only has your health and fitness in mind when working together but also how to improve each individual rider in their discipline and on the horse.”
training

Ellesse Jordan Gundersen

Equestrian Athlete

Hear From Our Happy Equestrians

“India is great fun to be around… She’s always wonderfully upbeat and ready to have fun whilst also being exceptionally knowledgeable about the job in hand.  I always look forward to our sessions.  My riding is much stronger and I’m generally just a lot more stable in the saddle. My horses now feel more balanced, I’m gentler on their mouths and they come off the field fresher from me being fitter and more flexible.”
logo

S.B

Men’s 1 Goal Polo Player

Hear From Our Happy Equestrians

“I loved training with India due to the complexity of the exercises and her professionalism. I’ve always struggled with tight hips and felt a huge improvement during my pre season training with India. Chukka Wellness is a great online and offline platform to work with.”
show horse riding image

Juan Araya Martelli

3 Goal Polo Player