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The participants learn the fundamental aspects of basic and safe equine massage practice, in order to start the application of regular massage on their horse(s). |
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The following topics will be covered:
1. Basic Anatomy and the Circle of Muscle
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Biomechanics and Conditioning
3. Introduction to massage with: Positioning,Posture, Contact, Pressure, Rhythm
4. Massage movements: Stroking, Effleurage,Kneading, Compressions,Percussions
5. Warm-up and cool-down of areas to be massaged
6. A full body Maintenance Massage routine
7. Palpation of the Lower Limbs
8. Stretching instructions
This introduction to equine massage clinic will build your confidence and increase your awareness of your equine friend's needs and physical well-being.
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| REQUIREMENTS: A minimum of 8 participants and maximum of 15. Auditors are welcome, but will not receive handouts nor will be allowed to participate with the horses. |
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PRICES |
Participants: $130.00 *
Auditors: $50.00
*Participant Fees must be collected and received prior to travel departure for the clinic. In case of cancellation by a participant, their fees will be refunded minus $50.00. The host is welcome to tack on a fee in addition to my fees in order to cover their expenses..In this case, the Host should have all Participant Fees paid to Host and then Host should remit balance of PFs directly
to: Drake Equine Massage
TRAVEL: All travel arrangements and costs must be provided by the host and arranged well in advance of the event.
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Introduction to Equine Massage Clinic - Two Day |
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The Two Day Introduction to Equine Massage Clinic covers the same subjects as those in the One Day Clinic (though in much more depth, and with more hands-on practice) PLUS the additional subjects at the bottom of the list. The participants learn the fundamental aspects of basic and safe equine massage practice, in order to start the application of regular massage on their horse(s). |
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1. Basic Anatomy and the Circle of Muscle Biomechanics and Conditioning
2. Introduction to massage with: Positioning, Posture,Contact, Pressure, Rhythm
3. Massage movements: Stroking,Effleurage, Kneading, Compressions, Percussions, Direct Pressure, Draining.
4. Warm-up and cool-down of areas to be massaged.
5. A full body Maintenance Massage routine |
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6. Palpation of the Lower Limbs
7. Stretching instructions
8. Overview of Complementary Therapies(Chiropractic, Aromatherapy,Acupuncture,Myofascial Release, etc) and their role with Veterinary Care
9. Basics of Saddle Fit
10. Heat Therapy & Ice Therapy
11. Lameness Investigation Basics |
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| REQUIREMENTS: A minimum of 8 participants and maximum of 15. Auditors are welcome, but will not receive handouts nor will be allowed to participate with the horses |
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Participants: $250.00 *
Auditors: $50.00/day
* Participant Fees must be collected and received prior to travel departure for the clinic. In case of cancellation by a participant, their fees will be refunded minus $50.00. The host is welcome to tack on a fee in addition to my fees in order to cover their expenses. In this case, the Host should have all Participant Fees paid to Host and then Host should remit balance of PFs directly to: Drake Equine Massage
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