Julie using a passive stretch

Course details below. Venue : Milburn Cumbria. "Massage has helped me to transform my horse" Rebecca Tasker EThPK masseur Cumbria. Click to read article - 'Equine Massage' "I am so happy to get such great results while training, it can only get better with experience." Lyn Rushton EThPK ,when a student "I have to say Pat, that doing your massage course is probably one of the best things I've ever done. It's given me purpose and direction for the healing which I feel I was meant to do." Linda Branston EThPK "Beware; training to be an Equine Masseur could lead to far more than you bargained for! ..for my part, I can only thank Alex and Pat for what has been a life changing experience and opened up so many opportunities for us both" Kathy Hill EThPK ,for herself and partner Nick, who was inspired to become a Barefoot Trimmer.

Course Syllabus

Small Groups
Excellent Insurance
Ongoing Support
Alexander Technique Coaching

This course is designed for serious students who wish to use their skills professionally. Graduates of the Pat Ki Certificate in Equine Massage (EThPK's) are currently benefiting the full range of equines including four star eventers, Horse of the Year qualifiers and regional dressage winners as well as leisure horses. Their insurance also covers them to work on polo ponies and racehorses.

The programme requires 11 full days attendance including practical and theoretical exams. Students must undertake intensive home study and give 20 full massage treatments on 5 or more horses. Their written case studies will be accompanied by photographic, video or DVD evidence. As this course is demanding we request that students do not enrol for any other course of study at the same time. Our aim is quality over quantity. With a maximum class size of 6 we are able to give our students individual attention and support.

Introduction The horse-evolution & statistics Psychology of the horse-wild and domestic Body language Anatomy & Physiology Skeletal structure Teeth Muscles Muscle function Gaits Lameness and other common malfunctions Conformation Blood vascular system Lymphatic system Respiratory system Digestive & eliminatory systems Nervous system Skin and hair Horse's foot and hoof + pros and cons of barefoot trimming Laminitis- theories of causes and treatment regimes

Massage Health and Safety Benefits Contraindications Massage strokes : effleurage- kneading - pumping- friction - percussion - vibration Stretches: limbs-back-tail Other techniques: acupressure points-golgi and spindle reflexes Uniquely this course includes coaching from Kirsten Harris, MSTAT Alexander Technique teacher Business Legislation Consultation procedures/recording Publicity Getting and keeping clients Other Talk and demonstration from Lucy Crowe, equine osteopath plus one more professional (tba) Students are requested to shadow an equine dentist A visit to a local schooling and eventing centre

Main tutor: Alex Jakob-Whitworth MA PGCE EThPK

Homework and Required Reading
Case studies (as outlined above)
Study Anatomy and Physiology in more detail from: Equine Science, Health & Performance by Pilliner and Davies, Horse Anatomy by Peter Goody and The Equine Body by Beth Maloney and Mary Bromiley's DVD Hands-On (from Equestrian Vision) Create A & P and Massage files

Optional reading
The Horse's Muscles in Motion by Sara Wyche, The Horse in Motion by Pilliner, Elmhurst and Davies, Functional Anatomy by Colles and Equine Massage by Hourdebaight

Eligibility for this Course
Prospective students should prove that they are used to riding and handling horses

Dates: See dates page

Forms:

Application Form
Payment Slip

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