Musculoskeletal anatomy and physiology
Equine Conformation relating to training and performance
Canine Activities which predispose to injury
Musculoskeletal causes of poor performance
Contra-indications to massage therapy
Practical sessions to learn basic massage strokes and stretching techniques
We use continual assessment to monitor your progress on the course and successful completion is awarded with the Merishia Therapy Certificate.
NEW: The Association of Merishia Therapists for all successful therapists and Merishia students. Other massage therapists considered on application.
Merishia Animal Massage Courses
This course combines theory and practical sessions to teach the critical points of massage/stretching techniques that will improve an animal’s suppleness and capabilities, hence increasing the longevity of its career and comfort in life generally. The course is part home-study and part practical.
Comments from previous students:
“The homestudy section is easy to follow and very well presented”
“Very informative. Taught in a friendly and relaxed manner that made learning easy and enjoyable”
“Open, relaxed, informative”
“Clear, concise, informative and very enjoyable”
“Very factual and informative, not too “heavy” and intense!”
“I didn’t find any areas hard to learn - the course was intensive and demanding but not hard!”
“Really good, I really enjoyed the lesson plan and the attitude of the tutor was excellent - when’s the advanced day?”
What interested students in the course:
“The concept of being able to massage my own horses - and after attending the practical day seeing their responses during massage”
Advice to future students:
“To follow the instructions at the start of the homestudy course and enjoy learning, but be committed and find out any relevant additional information from reference books if they can”
“Set aside time for studying. Take time to undertake the practical tasks in the course and home study.”
