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'The Horse in Motion' – An Introduction to Biomechanics and Gait Analysis
The first of a series of four workshops on 'Equine Biomechanics' and 'Gait Analysis'
May 29th & 30th 2010
at the
'Unicorn Trust' Stow-on-the-Wold Cotswolds
9.30 am registration.
World renowned guest presenters
Dr David Marlin & Dr Rachel Murray
With Equine Performance Specialist
Sandie Chambers and Equine Scientist Tina Fitzgibbon
Guest rider
4* Eventer Miss Laura Shears on 'Kings Fancy'
Course outline (subject to change)
Day 1 – Biomechanics of the Equine What is Biomechanics?
- What can be achieved with an understanding of biomechanics?
- The difference between judging movement and measuring movement
- "Yesterday and today" - What we know about gaits
- Footfall sequence
- Phases of the stride
- Respiratory - locomotory coupling
- Temporal limb phasing
- Cannon and hock movement
- Video Analysis of the horse in motion
The Gaits
Day 2 – Gait analysis of the Equine
- What is gait analysis and how can it help?
- Current methods of gait analysis
- Practical demonstrations using 'ETB Pegasus'
- Demonstration of results and practical interpretation
- Questions and Answers Attendance Certification
Early Bird cost of course £290 (valid until 1st May)
Full cost £350 (after 1st May)
Places are limited so please book now to reserve your place.
Tel : 01926 485 221 / 07957 529 570 or Email Info@equestrianedge.co.uk