PROGRAMS · EQUINE MASSAGE TRAINING FOR PROFESSIONALS
Equine massage therapy training for professionals
For aspiring equine massage therapists, bodyworkers and advanced riders who want structured equine massage therapy courses – from solid foundation skills to a professional certification path.
Build a reliable foundation in equine massage therapy techniques and assessment before working with clients’ horses.
Follow a clear program: start with the Equine Massage Foundation Bundle (Modules 1–3), then move on to professional Modules 4–5.
Train with an education path recognized by IAAMB and NCBTMB.
AS A PRACTITIONER
What this equine massage course lets you do as a practitioner
You’re not just learning a few techniques. You’re building the equine massage therapy skills you need to assess horses, plan sessions and support clients in a professional, structured way.
Read your client’s horse with educated hands and identify muscular tension, soreness and compensation patterns earlier.
Design equine massage therapy sessions that combine relaxation, Swedish massage, sport massage and stretching exercises, heat/cold modalities to support training and recovery.
Help performance and leisure horses maintain comfort, suppleness and range of motion throughout their workload.
Communicate clearly with owners, riders and vets about what you feel and how equine massage fits into the horse’s overall care plan.
STEP 1 · FOUNDATION & ADVANCED TECHNIQUES
Equine massage foundation & advanced techniques (modules 1–3)
If you haven’t completed Modules 1–3 yet, this is where you start – even if you already work with horses in another equine field. This equine massage therapy online course for professionals and serious students gives you the foundation and advanced techniques you need before working at a professional level.
MODULE 1
Foundation skills for animal massage mastery
Learn to prepare, position and ground yourself, develop your hands palpation skills (4T’s), understand basic anatomy and how to feel for tightness and soreness, learn five essential massage movements and the SEW/WES protocols of Warm‑up and Cool‑down, practice a relaxation massage routine and a first full‑body equine massage routine, discover complete stretching exercises for the entire body and Heat/Cold modalities to deal with inflammation symptoms.
MODULE 2
Advanced equine swelling massage therapy techniques for healing and recovery
Learn five new specific massage movements, understand the classical inflammatory symptoms and the various stages of tissue recovery, discover the Swelling massage techniques to deal with any oedema. Go deeper into your understanding of kinesiology with a detailed list of muscle chains involved in the movement of the neck, back and legs – with targeted techniques to help with soreness, compensation and limited mobility.
MODULE 3
Equine sports massage for peak performance
Learn new classes of massage movements and sport‑oriented equine massage techniques for Trigger Points, Stress Points and Scar Tissue Management to maintain suppleness, balance and power in your equine athlete before and after shows. Learn how to adapt your equine sports massage routines to different horses, disciplines and workloads.
Professional‑level learning materials included
20 step‑by‑step HD videos filmed on real horses, showing each equine massage therapy technique from multiple angles.
Printable PDF guides: equine anatomy diagrams, massage protocols and stretching checklists to use in the barn or with clients.
5 bonus eBooks to deepen your understanding of healing, harmonization and hands‑on animal care.
Lifetime access on computer, tablet and mobile, so your equine massage course is always with you during practice and sessions.
Certificates of completion for each module, recognized as structured equine massage training hours by IAAMB and NCBTMB.
EQUINE MASSAGE FOUNDATION BUNDLE
Regular price $597 for the 3 modules separately
Now $450
7‑day money‑back guarantee – try the equine massage course risk‑free. If it’s not the right fit, we refund you.
STEP 2 · PROFESSIONAL MODULES
Professional equine massage therapy modules (4–5)
Once you have completed Modules 1–3, you can deepen your equine massage therapy training with two advanced modules designed for professionals and serious students who want to work at a higher clinical and performance level.
MODULE 4
Advanced equine massage routines
Learn the Origin/Insertion sport massage technique for top muscular fitness and add new equine massage routines for trouble spots, warm‑up and cool‑down, and post‑work recovery. These advanced equine sports massage protocols help you support performance horses and more complex cases with confidence.
MODULE 5
The 40 stress points & professional assessment
Study in depth the 40 key stress point locations found in active horses, refine your gait analysis, and learn how to approach 14 common problems with clear equine massage strategies – including how to take professional notes on each case. This module helps you think and work like an equine massage therapist.
These modules are your next step toward a full equine massage therapy certification path once your foundation (Modules 1–3) is in place.
PRACTITIONERS & ADVANCED RIDERS
What practitioners and advanced riders say about this training
Equine massage practitioners, bodyworkers and performance riders use the Animal Massage Awareness Method© to improve how they assess horses, structure sessions and support both leisure and sport horses over the long term.
DRESSAGE TRAINER, VIRGINIA
Kate Breiner
Uses bodywork to spot compensation patterns early; her team maintains a full string of dressage horses between visits with the online courses.
RIDER TURNED PRACTITIONER
Deena Thornhill
Completed the training program to assess her dressage partner Caleb between professional visits – and calls learning bodywork empowering.
DRESSAGE & EVENTING COACH
Erin Harrington
Relies on therapeutic massage for injury recovery and peak condition, as part of developing sport horses correctly.
ABOUT THE METHOD
About the Animal Massage Awareness Method© and professional standards
The Animal Massage Awareness Method© was developed by Jean‑Pierre Hourdebaigt, a human registered massage therapist with over 40 years of experience working with horses and dogs, and author of more than 13 books on equine and canine massage.
After seeing the same signs of discomfort again and again – tight lower neck, sore backs, lack of flexibility with legs – Jean‑Pierre built clear, repeatable equine massage therapy protocols so owners and professionals can safely help horses between veterinary and other practitioner visits. The program combines Swedish and sport massage, stretching and heat/cold modalities and is recognized by IAAMB and NCBTMB as an approved equine massage therapy education provider.
FAQ
FAQ – equine massage therapy training for professionals
If your question is not covered, write to us at info@animalmassageawareness.com.
Do I need to complete modules 1–3 before taking modules 4–5?
Yes. Modules 1–3 are your foundation: they cover essential equine massage therapy techniques, assessment and routines you need before moving into advanced Origin/Insertion work, stress point mapping and problem‑solving. The professional modules 4–5 are designed for students who have already completed the Equine Massage Foundation Bundle.
What kind of horse experience do I need to start this equine massage therapy training?
You don’t need to be a veterinarian or a physio, but you do need solid horse handling experience: leading safely, picking up feet, grooming, and being comfortable working around different horses. The course assumes you know horses, and teaches you equine massage therapy, not basic handling.
Is this equine massage training enough to start working with clients’ horses?
The Foundation Bundle (Modules 1–3) gives you the hands‑on skills and routines to start working safely on your own horses and, as you gain confidence, on client horses under appropriate supervision and within your local regulations. The professional modules 4–5 and the broader certification path will further support your credibility and depth as an equine massage therapist.
Is this equine massage therapy program recognized for certification?
The Animal Massage Awareness Method© provides structured equine massage training hours and certificates of completion recognized by IAAMB and NCBTMB. While regulations vary by state and country, this training can be part of your education portfolio when you apply for membership, insurance or further equine massage therapy certification programs.
Can I fit this equine massage training around my current job or practice?
Yes. The course is 100% self‑paced. Lessons are broken into short videos and routines you can fit around your schedule – you can progress steadily while working or running your existing equine business, and you have lifetime access to all materials.
What support do I get as a professional or aspiring professional?
You are not left alone with videos. You can reach out to the Animal Massage Awareness team, including Jean‑Pierre and Natacha, whenever you have questions about the equine massage techniques, case situations or how to apply what you learn to client horses.
What if I’m not satisfied with the equine massage foundation bundle?
You are fully protected by a 7‑day money‑back guarantee. If you feel this equine massage therapy online course is not the right fit for you or your professional goals, you can ask for a refund within 7 days, no questions asked.
Ready to start your equine massage therapy training?
With the Equine Massage Foundation Bundle (Modules 1–3), you will:
Build a solid foundation in equine massage therapy techniques and assessment you can use on any horses.
Bring support, comfort, performance and recovery for leisure and sport horses in a structured, professional way.
Prepare yourself for the advanced professional modules 4–5 and a future equine massage therapy certification path.
Regular price $597 for the 3 modules separately
Now $450
7‑day money‑back guarantee – if it’s not the right fit, we refund you.
