Upcoming events
Eclectic Horseman: Caring for Your Geriatric Horse with Siobhan Watkins, Ph.D
Siobhan Watkins, Ph.D. will be authoring a series of articles in the coming year that aim to gather up and translate some of the recent advances in our understanding of equine science, and explore how we might apply this information to our own equestrian practices.
The first topic is effective and compassionate care of the geriatric horse. (Article to appear in Issue No.141 Jan/Feb 2025 issue of Eclectic Horseman) Due to extraordinary advances in veterinary medicine, equine nutrition, genetics, and disease prevention, as well as improved general care, our horses are living longer. This online seminar, will describe some of the most recent research in senior horses and dental issues, arthritis, nutrition, and end of life considerations.
biomechanics through bodywork: the head, neck and poll
Join us for this inclusive, laid-back introduction to proprioception and a closer look at the head, neck and poll. This series interweaves human and equine proprioceptive exercises to support healthy collaboration and conditioning between horse and rider. All sessions will include unmounted and optional mounted work, and all levels, disciplines, and breeds are welcome!
Biomechanics through bodywork: the thoracic sling
Join us for this inclusive, laid-back introduction to proprioception and a closer look at the thoracic sling - vital to your horse’s balance and movement! This series interweaves human and equine proprioceptive exercises to support healthy collaboration and conditioning between horse and rider. All sessions will include unmounted and optional mounted work, and all levels, disciplines, and breeds are welcome!
Biomechanics through bodywork: the equine spine
Join us for this inclusive, laid-back introduction to proprioception and a closer look at the equine back and spine. This series interweaves human and equine proprioceptive exercises to support healthy collaboration and conditioning between horse and rider. All sessions will include unmounted and optional mounted work, and all levels, disciplines, and breeds are welcome!
Biomechanics through bodywork: the equine iliopsoas muscle group
Join us for this inclusive, laid-back introduction to proprioception and a closer look at the equine pelvic and psoas muscles. This series interweaves human and equine proprioceptive exercises to support healthy collaboration and conditioning between horse and rider. All sessions will include unmounted and optional mounted work, and all levels, disciplines, and breeds are welcome!