Equine Biomechanics Course: Mastering Horse Movement

The Equine Biomechanics Course: Mastering Horse Movement, created by Lisa Haldane, 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. Susan Harris (sold on Amazon)
The Horse’s Muscles in Motion. Sara Wyche (sold on Amazon)

Good luck and have fun! If you have any questions, please feel free to reach out to us at courses@mastersonmethod.com.

Course Syllabus

Basic Biomechanics

Course Information

Estimated Time: 75 hours

Difficulty: Intermediate

Categories: Equine Education Course

Course Instructor

Lisa Haldane, Masterson Method Certified Practitioner and Instructor, are now part of The Masterson Method®, the trusted leader in equine bodywork education founded by Jim Masterson.

Section 1 – Laying the Foundation for Understanding Movement

Section 1: Biomechanics Introduction

Introduction

Lesson 1 of 5 within section Section 1 – Laying the Foundation for Understanding Movement.

Section 1: Biomechanics Reading Assignment

Reading Assignment

Lesson 2 of 5 within section Section 1 – Laying the Foundation for Understanding Movement.

Section 1: Biomechanics Discussion

Biomechanics Section 1 Discussion

Lesson 3 of 5 within section Section 1 – Laying the Foundation for Understanding Movement.

Section 1: Biomechanics Learning Activity

Learning Activity

Lesson 4 of 5 within section Section 1 – Laying the Foundation for Understanding Movement.

Section 1: Biomechanics Quiz

Quiz

Lesson 5 of 5 within section Section 1 – Laying the Foundation for Understanding Movement.

Has Quiz

Section 2 – Understanding the Gaits

Section 2: Biomechanics Introduction

Introduction

Lesson 1 of 5 within section Section 2 – Understanding the Gaits.

Section 2: Biomechanics Reading Assignment

Reading Assignment

Lesson 2 of 5 within section Section 2 – Understanding the Gaits.

Section 2: Biomechanics Discussion

Section 2 discussion

Lesson 3 of 5 within section Section 2 – Understanding the Gaits.

Section 2: Biomechanics Learning Activity

Learning Activity

Lesson 4 of 5 within section Section 2 – Understanding the Gaits.

Section 2: Biomechanics Quiz

Quiz

Lesson 5 of 5 within section Section 2 – Understanding the Gaits.

Has Quiz

Section 3 – Muscles and Movement

Section 3: Biomechanics Introduction

Introduction

Lesson 1 of 5 within section Section 3 – Muscles and Movement.

Section 3: Biomechanics Reading Assignment

Reading Assignment

Lesson 2 of 5 within section Section 3 – Muscles and Movement.

Section 3: Biomechanics Discussion

Biomechanics Discussion

Lesson 3 of 5 within section Section 3 – Muscles and Movement.

Section 3: Biomechanics Learning Activity

Learning Activity

Lesson 4 of 5 within section Section 3 – Muscles and Movement.

Section 3: Biomechanics Quiz

Quiz

Lesson 5 of 5 within section Section 3 – Muscles and Movement.

Has Quiz

Section 4 – Recognizing Limitations in Movement

Section 4: Biomechanics Introduction

Introduction

Lesson 1 of 5 within section Section 4 – Recognizing Limitations in Movement.

Section 4: Biomechanics Reading Assignment

Reading Assignment

Lesson 2 of 5 within section Section 4 – Recognizing Limitations in Movement.

Section 4: Biomechanics Discussion

Discussion

Lesson 3 of 5 within section Section 4 – Recognizing Limitations in Movement.

Section 4: Biomechanics Learning Activity

Learning Activity

Lesson 4 of 5 within section Section 4 – Recognizing Limitations in Movement.

Section 4: Biomechanics Quiz

Quiz

Lesson 5 of 5 within section Section 4 – Recognizing Limitations in Movement.

Has Quiz

Section 5 – Rider Effects on Movement

Section 5: Biomechanics Introduction

Introduction

Lesson 1 of 5 within section Section 5 – Rider Effects on Movement.

Section 5: Biomechanics Reading Assignment

Reading Assignment

Lesson 2 of 5 within section Section 5 – Rider Effects on Movement.

Section 5: Biomechanics Discussion

Discussion

Lesson 3 of 5 within section Section 5 – Rider Effects on Movement.

Section 5: Biomechanics Learning Activity

Learning Activity

Lesson 4 of 5 within section Section 5 – Rider Effects on Movement.

Section 5: Biomechanics Quiz

Quiz

Lesson 5 of 5 within section Section 5 – Rider Effects on Movement.

Has Quiz