Bringing the benefits of the sea to the yard

Reimagining natural training for elite equine athletes

Welcome to Seawalker® — The Original Equine Water Walker

The innovative Seawalker® is designed for training high-performance horses and their exercise recovery.
The unique Seawalker® system uses chilled salt water at variable depths, to deliver powerful, controlled, full-body exercise for horses Horses exercise in walk, without rider or tack, in a safe and repeatable format.

With installations at multiple elite racing yards from Newmarket UK, Hong Kong Jockey Club China and Qatar to leading endurance and rehabilitation centres in Dubai, Seawalker® is a trusted worldwide, by professionals who are committed to the highest standards of training, equine care, performance and welfare.

Horses using the Seawalker horse water walker

What Is the Seawalker® ?

The Seawalker® is a premium equine water walker that uses chilled salt water — typically at 4°C to 6°C — to provide low-impact, riderless, high intensity exercise for horses at every stage of their career.

With variable depth control (from 300mm to 1200mm), a unique chlorine-free filtration system and capacity for up to 8 horses at once, Seawalker® delivers a tailored training environment that enhances muscle development, core strength, proprioception and post-exercise recovery.

A filling depth up to 1.2m

Chilled, salt water at 4°C - 6°C

– chlorine free

Unique chlorine free filtration system, enables all horses use the Seawalker® without nappies

Key Benefits at a Glance

A horse using the Seawalker horse water walker

Training - Performance & Conditioning

  • Builds core strength, topline and stamina
  • Enhances stride length, posture and proprioception
  • Maintains respiratory health through inhaling natural saline mist
  • Chilled water reduces inflammation, soreness and swelling

Recovery & Rehabilitation

  • Supports horses recovering from injury, tendon strains, sore backs and sacroiliac issues
  • Ideal post-injury exercise for horses returning from box rest
  • Helps acclimatisation for horses exercising in a new climate

Operational Efficiency

  • Exercise up to 8 horses with one operator
  • Safe, structured training in any weather or climate
  • Simple daily operation with automated water management
  • Completements all other training methodology

Natural Wellness

  • No harmful chlorine — natural salt water with antimicrobial properties
  • Encourages calmness, appetite and post-exercise relaxation
  • Neutral spine position and normal breathing pattern
  • Unique water filtration system - all horses exercise with out nappies
Interior of a Seawalker horse water walker

Why Seawalker® Over Pools or Treadmills?

Feature
Seawalker®
Swimming Pool
Water Treadmill
Ground Contact
Natural stride
None
Assisted
Water Depth Control
Variable
Fixed
Variable
Respiratory Pattern
Normal
Restricted
Normal
Neutral spine position
Normal
High head carriage
Normal
Horses per session
Up to 8
1
1
Labour
1 operator for 8
2 handlers per horse
Minimum 1:1

What The Professionals Say

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"Seawalker® has revolutionised how we manage conditioning and recovery across our yard. The difference in topline, muscle tone and post-gallop recovery is extraordinary.”
– Leading UK Trainer
“In Hong Kong’s climate, the chilled salt water is especially valuable. Seawalker® is a mainstay of our recovery protocols.”
– Vet, Hong Kong Jockey Club

Experience the Seawalker® Difference

Precision-designed in the UK. Seawalker® are installed on four continents - Europe, Middle East, Far East and Australia - across high-performance training, breeding and rehab operations. Each installation includes:

  • Full consultation and design support
  • Operator training and commissioning
  • Advanced filtration systems
  • Optional bespoke building design
  • Ongoing technical support and maintenance

Contact Us

+44 (0)1458 251300
info@equinehealthcentre.com