Demonstrations and Workshops

Demonstration at Newton Rigg Campus, University of Lancashire and Cumbria

Alex has been running workshops and giving demonstrations since 2002. She also teaches the massage module of Pat Ki's Equine Therapy Diploma (validated by IPTI). See Links page for further information.

Students practising techniques - Pat Ki Equine Massage Diploma course

She is also available for demonstrations, lectures and workshops at livery yards, private stables or equestrian centres. Alex has held workshops in Cumbria, Leicestershire and Cambridge. Others are planned for Essex, Norfolk and Cheshire. Subjects covered include:

Equine Massage
Demonstration, or workshop for owners: introduction to Equine Massage and basic techniques.

Neck work

Handling and Halter work
Demonstration or workshop: learning and re-learning guidelines for happy handling and good manners!

Holistic Horse Weekend

In which you are taught what to look for for effective holistic horse management - input from osteopath/barefoot trimmer/ massage therapist/ treeless saddle agent.

Bonding With Your Horse
Discussion and techniques studying horse psychology – theory and practice

"You scratch my back..!" Tempest enjoying the mutual grooming!

How Does Your Horse Move
Demonstration/lecture on Anatomy, includes the Paint Horse.

Students painting the horse to locate muscles and bones

Longlining
An essential "tool" for any horse owner/handler. This workshop gives you a safe introduction to longlining your horse.

Mythology of the Horse
Why do we still have horses when their previous function is obsolete? Discussion and presentation.

We have no "need" to jump cross-country anymore - so why do we?

Drawing Horses
What it says on the tin! Plus some tips on photographing horses. Tuition plus working from life.

The dates below are provisional (apart from the Pat Ki Equine Therapies Diploma). Please check back for confirmation of dates.

Seminar facilties in Cumbria