The Curriculum
A Unique Equine Education
With over 40 years of experience as an athletic trainer and expert in horse and human shiatsu massage, I’ve crafted the Geary Whiting Equine Massage Academy curriculum to transform your skills and elevate equine care. Our program blends deep knowledge of physical form and function with practical, proven techniques to enhance the health and performance of horses and their riders.
Enroll to gain invaluable insights and engaging, real-world stories that make learning impactful and inspiring. Master shiatsu massage to boost equine performance and well-being, and join a community dedicated to excellence in equine care. Take the first step toward a rewarding career today!
At Geary Whiting’s Equine Massage Academy, we are dedicated to providing you the tools, techniques, and expertise to launch and thrive in this career.
Our Comprehensive Horse and Rider Curriculum
Equine and Human Nutrition
In this chapter we cover 134 health problems horses face. We address what causes them, how to address them, and how to prevent them. We also cover human nutrition starting with Vitamin A and ending with Vitamin U, as well as natural minerals, what they do and what foods they can be found in. This is valuable information!
Massage and Stretching Techniques for Horses
These techniques are illustrated as well as covered in provided videos.
Hoof Care
No foot, no horse! This chapter has diagrams, articles, and a better alternative to medal shoes. Based on the interest I receive from my students on this subject I feel you will get a lot out of this section of the program.
Equine Performance
You will become acquainted with fitness and training techniques, common problem areas of stress and injury from training and performance. You will also have an excellent article on tailoring your horses from a study done at Davis University in California.
Anatomy
Over the years I have started to put less emphases on memorization of the anatomy and more on the treatment itself. Still, it is good to have a working knowledge of the horses anatomy, so…it is time to color your own horse and have a little fun and relaxation as well as understanding the function of the muscles.
How Music Affects both Horse and Human
This is a very informative and interesting study into how music effects strength, attitude, and performance. You will learn about what we call “The Anapestic Beat.” This a contrary beat to that of the Heart. With proper understanding both you and your horses will greatly benefit.
Articles and Additional Resources
I have selected some of my more informative articles which will show the benefits of what you are learning through this program.
Human Massage (Shiatsu)
In this chapter you will learn my style and techniques for humans. You will be given a video, diagrams, and explanation of how and where to treat. You will learn what meridians are, as well as how to get rid of a headache. A video is also included with this section.
Fitness and Conditioning for the Rider
There are many programs available if we only would do them, but I have given you a favorite one of mine. You will also have a video showing how the techniques are done and a program..
Comprehensive Continuing Education
Our academy course includes 60 CE credits to fulfill continuing education requirements from the National Certification Board for Therapeutic Massage & Bodywork (NCBTMB) for human massage professionals.
Geary Whiting's Approach to Teaching
With three flexible study tracks, every student can master equine massage. Whether you choose our immersive Central Coast program, mobile academy, or self-paced home study program, graduates consistently achieve success in launching thriving careers as equine massage therapists.
Enrollment in My Equine Massage Academy Includes Mastering:
- Basic assessment of problems in horses
- Recognizing non-compliance
- Resistant to the bit or rider’s input
- Tying up
- Girth discomfort
- Lead changes
- Balance and coordination issues
- Cold back
- Trauma and fear
- Herd-bound horses
- Forward impulsion
- Limited flexibility and range of motion
- Lameness
- Lateral bending
- Tracking unevenly
- Reaction times
- Fevers
- Weak immune system
- Expertise on potentially dangerous pharmaceutical drugs
- EPM and paralysis
- Plain old bad attitudes
And much more!
