As well as the free content in the education zone, you can also register for webinars and online courses which Centaur Biomechanics delivers and hosts. Through Dr. Russell MacKechnie-Guire’s extensive collaborations and connections, we offer world class CPD and education direct to your laptop.
Broadcast across the word, the webinars are high quality and evidence based with an applied application. All delegates receive a 14-day access to the webinar recording, CPD certificates and live Q&A. The Centaur platform is becoming renowned for providing some of the best online educational opportunities.
Online - Clinical Considerations of the Cervical Vertebral Region in Horses, with Dr Kevin Haussler
Saturday 14th June 2025 @ 14:00 HRS BST
Clinical Considerations of the Cervical Vertebral Region in Horses with Associate Professor Kevin Haussler
This 2-hour webinar will present the current knowledge and research on the evaluation and treatment of the cervical vertebral issues in horses. Dr. Haussler will discuss clinical assessment methods for neck pain and dysfunction in the first hour, followed by a review of conservative, medical, and surgical management options in the second hour. Gain valuable insights into current research and best practices for evaluating and treating cervical issues in your equine patients.
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Online - Recognising, Understanding and Managing Saddle Slip
Sunday 22nd June 2025 @ 14:00 HRS BST
Recognising, Understanding and Managing Saddle Slip with Dr. Russell MacKechnie-Guire and Mark Fisher
Saddle slip can present several challenges in firstly recognising saddle slip and then how to manage saddle slip. Often the rider is cited as the primary cause, however it is essential that the primary cause is identified. This popular 2.5-hour webinar will discuss various causes of saddle slip from an evidence based perspective.
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Online - Equine Laterality and its Effect on Equine Health & Performance
Sunday 10th August 2025 @ 14:00 HRS BST
Equine Laterality and its Effect on Equine health and Performance, from a Biomechanical Perspective
Do horses turn one way easier than the other? When grazing, do horses have a preference to systematically protract one forelimb limb in advance of the other? What effect does this have on the locomotor system? Over the past decade, quantifying and understanding laterality has become the focus on many research groups. This 2-hour session will discuss laterality and its effect on equine health and performance. This course will present findings from laterality-based studies with specially attention being given to how laterality can influence the locomotor apparatus of the horse:
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In-Person - Principles of Correct Saddle Fit
Sunday 27th July 2025 09:30 - 17:00 HRS BST
The saddle serves as the vital connection between horse and rider, and must be balanced to enable correct rider positioning and the application of subtle weight aids. A properly fitted saddle is essential—not only to prevent discomfort or injury to the horse’s back, but also to ensure it does not interfere with movement or communication. But what exactly defines a correct saddle fit?
This course offers a comprehensive blend of theoretical knowledge and hands-on practical sessions, exploring the various aspects of saddle fitting. The aim is to equip participants with valuable, applicable insights—whether they are horse owners, coaches, therapists, saddle fitters, or other equine professionals.
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