Biomechanics course
 

Equine Biomechanics Course: Mastering Horse Movement

The Equine Biomechanics Course: Mastering Horse Movement delves into the mechanics of how horses move, focusing on the relationship between their skeletal and muscular systems to enhance performance and prevent injury. Participants learn to analyze gait, posture, and balance, applying this knowledge to improve riding techniques, training methods, and overall equine health. By mastering the principles of equine movement, students can optimize their horse’s efficiency and comfort, leading to better performance outcomes and longevity.

Biomechanics is the science of the movement of a living body, including how muscles, bones, tendons, and ligaments work together to move.

Required Books:

  • Horse Gaits, Balance, and Movement by Susan Harris, 2016
  • The Horse’s Muscles in Motion by Sara Wyche, 2014

Susan Harris’ book Horse Gaits, Balance, and Movement is available from Amazon in ebook format.

Syllabus

Basic Biomechanics Courses Syllabus

Course Information

Estimated Time: 75 hours

Difficulty: Intermediate

Categories:

Course Instructor

Author

Section 1 – Laying the Foundation for Understanding Movement

Section 1: Biomechanics Introduction

Introduction
Section 1: Biomechanics Reading Assignment

Reading Assignment
Section 1: Biomechanics Discussion

Biomechanics Section 1 Discussion
Section 1: Biomechanics Learning Activity

Learning Activity
Section 1: Biomechanics Quiz

Quiz

Section 2 – Understanding the Gaits

Section 2: Biomechanics Introduction

Introduction
Section 2: Biomechanics Reading Assignment

Reading Assignment
Section 2: Biomechanics Discussion

Section 2 discussion
Section 2: Biomechanics Learning Activity

Learning Activity
Section 2: Biomechanics Quiz

Quiz

Section 3 – Muscles and Movement

Section 3: Biomechanics Introduction

Introduction
Section 3: Biomechanics Reading Assignment

Reading Assignment
Section 3: Biomechanics Discussion

Biomechanics Discussion
Section 3: Biomechanics Learning Activity

Learning Activity
Section 3: Biomechanics Quiz

Quiz

Section 4 – Recognizing Limitations in Movement

Section 4: Biomechanics Introduction

Introduction
Section 4: Biomechanics Reading Assignment

Reading Assignment
Section 4: Biomechanics Discussion

Discussion
Section 4: Biomechanics Learning Activity

Learning Activity
Section 4: Biomechanics Quiz

Quiz

Section 5 – Rider Effects on Movement

Section 5: Biomechanics Introduction

Introduction
Section 5: Biomechanics Reading Assignment

Reading Assignment
Section 5: Biomechanics Discussion

Discussion
Section 5: Biomechanics Learning Activity

Learning Activity
Section 5: Biomechanics Quiz

Quiz