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.
Advances in the Diagnosis, Treatment, Rehabilitation and Monitoring of Tendon Injuries in Horses with Dr. Lauren V. Schnabel DVM
Thursday 22nd October @ 19:00 HRS BST
Advances in the Diagnosis, Treatment, Rehabilitation and Monitoring of Tendon Injuries in Horses with Dr Lauren Schnabel
The purpose of this webinar is to present and discuss clinical and imaging-based advances in the diagnosis and monitoring of tendon injuries. Current opinions on optimal treatment and rehabilitation protocols with monitoring examinations built in at key timepoints will also be discussed in detail with case studies and relevant literature incorporated throughout.
For all attendees, CPD certificates available as well as a “view only” recording of the webinar with a year access access pass. There will also be a Q and A session with ample opportunity to post questions via our interactive Q&A panel.
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Bridles, Performance and Behaviour: What the Ridden Horse Needs with Olivia Turner
Thursday 5th November @ 19:00 HRS BST
Bridles, Performance and Behaviour: What the Ridden Horse Needs with Olivia Turner
Every horse is an individual and they bring their own experiences and preferences on tack fit and design to the ridden picture. Our choice on bridle and noseband type needs to ensure the horse is comfortable but also enable the horse to perform at its best. This webinar will look at:
- Benefits of good bridle fit and what to look for in bridle design.
- Different nosebands and their function.
- Behaviour in different bridles including bitless bridles and how they feel to the horse.
- Finding that balance between what the rider needs and what the horse prefers.
- Ethical decisions around bridles and nosebands.
For all attendees, CPD certificates available as well as a “view only” recording of the session with a year access access pass. There will also be a Q and A session with ample opportunity to post questions via our interactive Q&A panel.
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Equine Myofascial Kinetic Lines for Professionals with Dr. Rikke Schultz
Sunday 14th November 2026 @ 14:00 HRS GMT
Equine Myofascial Kinetic Lines for Professionals with Dr. Rikke Schultz
An introduction to the subject, fascia in general will be described in a short version. The anatomy of the Equine Myofascial Kinetic Lines and how they integrate the whole body, as well as their function, influence on the posture and the biomechanics will be discussed. Cases will be used to demonstrate the practical use of them.
The 11 Myofascial Kinetic Lines describe the motion of the spine, the front limbs and the relationship between the viscera and the somatic body. The anatomy and function of each line will be covered as well as challenges in riding when the horse has static contractions in the lines often causing reduced ability to perform.
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Thoracolumbar Dysfunction in Horses: Practitioner’s Approach with Dr Claudine Anen
Thursday 19th November @ 19:00 HRS GMT
Thoracolumbar Dysfunction in Horses: An Evidence-Based, Practitioner’s Approach to Clinical Management and Rehabilitation with Dr Claudine Anen
This comprehensive session delivers a practical, evidence-based approach to managing and rehabilitating thoracolumbar dysfunction, rooted in clinical experience. Combining veterinary medicine with advanced therapy practices, the presentation explores the essential anatomy and biomechanics of the equine spine. Participants will gain insights into diagnostic strategies, therapeutic modalities, and structured rehabilitation protocols. By sharing practical clinical experience, this session provides veterinarians, physical therapists, and advanced horse owners with actionable strategies to optimize spinal health and equine performance
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Dealing with Kissing Spines with Dr Ian Bidstrup
Sunday 29 November @ 10:00 HRS GMT
Dealing with Kissing Spines with Dr Ian Bidstrup
In this session we explore the causes and treatment of Overriding Dorsal Spinous Processes of horses. The viewpoint is that of a rehabilitation veterinarian who principally deals with the complex issue of spinal pain and dysfunction.Also covered is why the author considers that, for most cases, surgery and the use of cortisone to be second rate, reductionist, symptomatic treatments which carry with them potentially damaging consequences for the health and welfare of the patient.For all attendees, CPD certificates available as well as a “view only” recording of the webinar with a year access access pass. There will also be a Q and A session with ample opportunity to post questions via our interactive Q&A panel.
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The correlation between function of the proximal locomotor system with gait quality and hoof conformation with Dr Jenny Hagen
Thursday 3rd December @ 19:00 HRS GMT
The correlation between function of the proximal locomotor system with gait quality and hoof conformation with Dr Jenny Hagen
The lecture explains how dysfunctions of the neck, back or pelvis influence the gait quality of horses and how a specific body posture affect the load at the hooves and their conformation. It is the aim to give a basis for a more comprehensive evaluation of the horse. This is the basis for a better understanding of the development of specific hoof conformations and their management. In addition, it is explained how individual motion pattern are related to the (dys-)function of the proximal locomotor system. This shall improve the orthopeadic management the horse as well as the communication between farrier, veterinarian, manual therapist and owner to improve the performance of each individual horse.
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The Scale of Training: from a Biomechanical and Training Perspective with Dr Russell MacKechnie-Guire
Sudnay 13th December 2026 @ 14:00 HRS GMT
The Scale of Training: from a Biomechanical and Training Perspective with Dr Russell MacKechnie-Guire
The scale of training is a foundational system followed by riders and trainers worldwide. Often visualised as a pyramid, the system provides a step-by-step framework for riders to review and guide training. With slow motion footage, this 2-hour session will discuss the scale of training from both an evidence-based and biomechanical perspective. This session should guide and complement training approaches that are biomechanically and ethically robust.
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