Equine Massage Training for U.S. & Canadian Massage Therapists | Includes 60 NCBTMB Continuing Education Credits & Real‑World Skills

Human massage therapists and bodyworkers across the U.S. and Canada are hearing more clients ask, “Do you work on horses too?” Geary Whiting’s Equine Massage Academy gives you a structured, science‑informed way to say yes, whether you prefer to learn at home or travel for an in‑person experience. You’ll see exactly how to adapt your existing soft‑tissue skills to the horse with clear safety guidelines, assessment methods, and techniques that respect equine anatomy and behavior.

The program is designed around working professionals, so you can choose the format that fits your life. If travel is difficult, you can complete the core lessons through detailed in‑home study materials and scheduled support calls while practicing on horses in your local area. If you thrive in a hands‑on classroom environment, you can travel to Paso Robles, California, for focused, in‑person instruction with Geary and a small group of committed students. Either way, you gain practical tools you can use immediately with the riders and horses you already serve.

The academy’s core program includes 60 hours of continuing education approved by the National Certification Board for Therapeutic Massage & Bodywork, built specifically for licensed human massage professionals. You’ll study horse and rider nutrition, equine performance, anatomy, hoof care, stretching, saddle fit, and Geary’s proven shiatsu techniques for common issues like cold backs, girthiness, balance problems, and restricted movement.

If you choose the in‑home option, you’ll work through a comprehensive course book and step‑by‑step videos, submitting your work and questions while you practice on horses where you live. If you choose to travel to Paso Robles, you’ll get the same foundational material plus intensive, in‑person labs where Geary coaches your hands‑on technique in real time. Both paths are supported with ongoing mentorship and practical business guidance so you can confidently add equine massage to your offerings—whether you stay in your hometown or combine learning with a trip to California.

Graduates consistently describe the program as life‑changing for themselves, their clients, and the horses they work on. Some complete the entire course from home, using local horses and the in‑home materials to build skill and confidence before formally adding equine work to their practices. Others travel to Paso Robles for an immersive academy experience, combining focused days of hands‑on training with time in a horse‑centered environment that renews their passion for bodywork. Both groups report the same core outcomes: clearer assessment skills, better results, and stronger relationships with horse owners and riders.

Many therapists also notice that understanding the horse‑and‑rider connection deepens the work they already do in their human practice. Geary’s emphasis on fitness, mindset, and the “team concept” shows how rider patterns show up in the horse and how supporting both partners leads to better long‑term results. With flexible learning options—study at home, travel in for in‑person work, or blend the two—you can integrate equine massage into your life and business in a way that truly fits you.