Our Story.
Shire Ranch Wellness began its journey in 2019, when spirited Shire Horses graced a charming corner of the Russian River, on a ranch tucked away in a park-like retreat surrounded by its timeless grapevines. It was in this serene setting that Audry and Hilary crossed paths, two kindred spirits brought together by their passion fo
Our Story.
Shire Ranch Wellness began its journey in 2019, when spirited Shire Horses graced a charming corner of the Russian River, on a ranch tucked away in a park-like retreat surrounded by its timeless grapevines. It was in this serene setting that Audry and Hilary crossed paths, two kindred spirits brought together by their passion for horses—born on the same day, they also shared a vision: to offer a sanctuary where tuning into your energy and finding true balance is not a luxury, but something real and attainable, and open to everyone.
Audry Machado is a Doctor of Dental Surgery and Researcher who transitioned into the field of wellness after years of observing the emotional burdens patients brought to her dental chair. She recognized a critical insight: genuine health stems not from temporary solutions, but from consistent daily habits and intentional actions. Driven b
Audry Machado is a Doctor of Dental Surgery and Researcher who transitioned into the field of wellness after years of observing the emotional burdens patients brought to her dental chair. She recognized a critical insight: genuine health stems not from temporary solutions, but from consistent daily habits and intentional actions. Driven by this understanding, Audry committed to integrating evidence-based scientific knowledge with wellness practices in her mission is to deliver a structured, practical program that integrates into your routine, so you can achieve sustained improvements in health and vitality for a lifelong wellness.
Hilary Merrill is a visionary with a Bachelor of Arts in Linguistics, whose extraordinary journey with horses ignited her passion for wellness. Through years of immersive equine training and life coaching, Hilary unearthed a transformative secret: weaving energetic practices like Qigong into the tapestry of equine-assisted wellness could
Hilary Merrill is a visionary with a Bachelor of Arts in Linguistics, whose extraordinary journey with horses ignited her passion for wellness. Through years of immersive equine training and life coaching, Hilary unearthed a transformative secret: weaving energetic practices like Qigong into the tapestry of equine-assisted wellness could unlock a world of profound change. She witnessed the magic that unfolds when people can tune into their own vibrant energy—a spark that lights the way to soul-deep transformation. Fueled by this revelation, Hilary crafted an inspiring program that invites you to take that first leap into a life brimming with well-being and possibility.
Being in the present moment equals to Reset.
Each experience brings unique strengths.
Our connections with earth, animals and nature ground us.
Horses bring back our ancient humans values,
a crucial step to embrace life as simple.
Achieve a sense of harmony to align your priorities and passions.
Equine Wellness Sessions bring clarity and direction, directly impacting how we handle daily hurdles that impact your inner peace.
Discover practical techniques to attain emotional responsibility in your daily life.
The evolution of human society was only possible due to human partnership with horses. Explore the history of horses.
Take part in seasonal Wellness Events at the ranch, Visit the horses anytime.