Equine Sports & Rehabilitation Massage Diploma

Our course provides a comprehensive training and accreditation pathway, equipping you with the knowledge, practical skills, and confidence to work within the field of equine sports massage. You will achieve a Level 4 Equivalent Diploma, recognised and accredited by the UKRS, supporting your progression into professional practice.

Embark on a professional journey to become a Certified
Equine Sports & Rehabilitation Massage Therapist (Cert. ESMT)
through our Accredited course.
To determine your eligibility for this course, simply create a free account and complete the enrolment form. Once we receive your application, a member of our team will be in touch to discuss the course in more detail and confirm your suitability and eligibility.

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Develop your professional skills

Are you dedicated to the health and wellbeing of horses and looking to advance your expertise?

At Wolds Equine Rehabilitation & Training, in Horncastle, we offer accredited courses nationwide designed to transform your passion into a professional career. Our comprehensive program certifies you to become a Professional Equine Sports & Rehabilitation Massage Therapist (Cert. ESMT) efficiently.

As IAAMB/ACWT-approved education providers, we deliver exceptional equine massage training. Accredited by UK Rural Skills and recognised by the International Association of Animal Therapists (IAAT) and Balens Insurance, our courses ensure you receive the highest standard of education, paving the way for a distinguished career in equine therapy.

Module 1: Equine anatomy and physiology

Module Overview:
  • Horse anatomical terms
  • The Respiratory System
  • The Circulatory System
  • The Nervous System
  • The Endocrine System
  • The Lymphatic System
  • The Digestive System
  • The Skeletal System
  • Bones
  • Joints
  • Ligaments and Tendons
  • Fascial System
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Module 2: The Muscular System

Module Overview:
  • Introduction to stress points
  • The main Skeletal Muscles
  • Superficial/deep muscles of the horse
  • Origins and insertions including action
  • Body parts and their stress points
  • Hind Quarter action including stress points
  • Muscle related issues - Atrophy/Strain/Azoturia

Module 3: Principles and concepts of massage

Module Overview:
  • Contraindications to massage
  • The benefits of massage
  • The effects of massage
  • Health and Safety
  • Therapists correct posture
  • Massage moves
  • Massage techniques
  • Gait analaysis
  • Conformation and evaluating the horse - pre assessments
  • Palpation
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Module 4: Treatments and running a business

Module Overview:
  • Instinctive behaviour
  • Tack 
  • Recognising signs of release 
  • Massage routines (pratical training days) 
  • Stretching 
  • Record keeping 
  • Veterinary/owner reports 
  • Starting your new business including HRMC (for us students)
  • Useful new business links
  • Marketing strategies

How you will be assessed:

In order to gain the knowledge and skills needed to be a qualified equine sports and rehabilitation massage therapist you will be assessed in the following ways:
  • End of section mini assessments - multiple choice questions that you need to get a minimum of 80% correct
  • Overall end of module assessment at the end of each of the four modules
  • At the end of module three, after completion of at least two practical days, an online case study assessment
  • Your five practical days (inlcuded in your course fees) will have ongoing assessment of your practical skills
  • Complete 2 in depth case studies at the end of module four - one of which will receive detailed feedback
  • Completion of the final end of course online exam

How our course helped our students succeed

Read the testimonials of our students and discover how our course helped them achieve their goals. From career advancements to personal growth, our course has made a positive impact on the lives of many. Don't just take our word for it, hear directly from our students and see the transformational power of our course for yourself.
     
"Olivia and her team are amazing. The training is second to none and I love learning again thanks to this course and the CPD days are excellent too. You feel you have ongoing support network throughout the course and beyond. So pleased I picked Wolds back 2021 and it has given me the opportunity to change my career, to doing what I absolutely love. I couldn't be happier! "
Nicola R
Qualified Equine Massage Therapist
     
"It started with a Facebook sponsored post that popped up on my timeline in August 2022, since then I haven’t looked back. An amazing course, with a learning style that I love, at my own pace very visual and the practical days reinforced what I was learning online. This course gave me the confidence to achieve a dream and continue my education in the horse world, having also recently qualified as a saddle fitter. I never would have embarked on this journey without Olivia and this amazing course."
Sarah Gogerty
Qualified Equine Massage Therapist
     
"I’d always wanted to be qualified in equine sports massage and after contacting several companies I found myself talking to Olivia. Instantly I knew that she was someone I could work with and I wasn’t wrong. Olivia and her team are super experienced, enthusiastic in their teaching and genuinely want to help their students develop. Olivia has always been at the end of the phone, text, email for extra support and advice when needed too. The venues and horses are fab and they are treated like royalty especially at Home Farm. The journey doesn’t end once qualified either, there are CPD’s, a student / graduate forum and of course Olivia is still there helping and supporting us. I’m proud to say I qualified with Wolds Equine and now have my own business. Thank you Olivia"
Pauline Heilbron
Two hearts equine, sports and rehabilitation massage therapy
To determine your eligibility for this course, simply create a free account and complete the enrolment form. Once we receive your form, we will contact you to discuss the course and confirm your eligibility.

Don't miss out on this life changing opportunity

Don't miss this opportunity to invest in your future and take your career and personal growth to the next level. Enrol in our online course today and take the first step towards achieving your goals! 
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