Vacaville, California | October 9th – 17th 2026 | Level 1, 2 and 3 Trainings w/ April Love (Deposit only)

LEVEL 1
Equine Musculoskeletal Unwinding

Equine Musculoskeletal Unwinding is all “soft work” but it is very, very effective in correcting gait abnormalities, saddle fitting issues, and mysterious lameness. (What I mean by “soft work” is that you don’t need a lot of strength for these techniques, anyone can do this!) These soft, gentle moves manually release “stuck” areas to keep the skeleton in proper form and function so that the horse can load the body, joints, and hooves correctly.

We’ll also cover deep muscle unwinding that will have the horse presenting a 2″ taller, 4″ longer and they look as if they have gained 20 pounds after only a 1-hour session.

As you know, horses are also sensitive and highly energetic, so this course goes over balancing chakras and aligning acupressure meridians, along with techniques in “listening” so that you can finally hear what it is your horse has been trying to tell you! (They don’t always communicate verbally.)

The key is to address the horse holistically, on all levels, not just the physical. Most equine professionals and other horse bodywork modalities do not address the whole horse, so you always end up working on the symptom and not the root cause which is why issues tend to come back time and time again.

What You’ll Learn

• How to evaluate your horse and identify problem areas
• Equine bodywork techniques to support previous injuries
• Stretches to keep your horse limber and avoid future injury
• Techniques for deep skeletal and muscular release
• How to actually “listen” to your horse
• How to balance and align their energetic centers
• Exercises to release trapped amotions
• Natural remedies for common horse health issues
• Valuable protocols to support your horse care regimen

What'You'll Receive

• 3 days of expert hands on training
• A certificate of completion
• A deeper understanding of equine care and natural horsemanship
• A stronger relationship with your horse
• Techniques that you will use in daily and in emergencies
• Solutions to long-standing, formerly “unsolvable” problems
• A sense of personal empowerment (YOU can do this!)
• The opportunity to network with other horse lovers
• The possibility of saving $$$ on future vet bills
• A happier, healthier, better-performing horse!

Plus

• BONUS - access to 2 additional downloadable training videos,so you can start practicing right away!
• BONUS - Level 1 Equine Musculoskeletal Unwinding Home Study & Workbook, usually $400!
• BONUS - Equine Cranial Sacral Energy Work video, usually $70!

… an additional $470+ value in bonuses!!!

LEVEL 2
Cranio Sacral Unwinding & Advanced Applied Kinesiology

Now that the horse’s body has been unwound and rebalanced from the Level 1 work, the next step is to bring it back to proper form, function, and vitality! Continue deepening your knowledge of holistic horsecare and bodywork in our Level 2 Clinic, “Equine Cranio Sacral Unwinding & Advanced Kinesiology.”

In this 3-day hands-on class, we will go deeper into the horse’s body to release cranial bones as well as inner core muscles and Fascia. Releasing these areas helps organs, tendons, ligaments, bones, joints, and more relax so that the body can function more smoothly.

Many horses with problems like Uveitis, Kissing Spine, Wobblers Syndrome, and String-Halt have had their lives saved or wholly altered from the techniques you will learn in this course. Return those labeled as “unfixable” to healthy, sound lives full of longevity.

Then what else is next? A lot! We use advanced Applied Kinesiology to ask where there is pain in the body and what physical or energetic blockages need to be released so the horse can heal. We will also look at energy meridians, how they affect your horse, and what you can do about it.

You will find that the area that is painful and lame is not always where it starts! Discover how to trace problems back through to the original, root cause.

What You’ll Learn

• How to assess and support equine cranio sacral issues
• Fascia, muscle, and tension release
• Concepts and techniques in Cranio Sacral Therapy
• Concepts and techniques in Applied Kinesiology
• Concepts and techniques in Acupressure
• How to release physical blockages limiting ease of movement
• How to release stuck energy creating behavior issues
• How to support your horse’s total wellbeing

What'You'll Receive

• 3 days of expert hands on training
• A certificate of completion
• A deeper understanding of equine care and natural horsemanship
• A stronger relationship with your horse
• Techniques that you will use in daily and in emergencies
• Solutions to long-standing, formerly “unsolvable” problems
• A sense of personal empowerment (YOU can do this!)
• The opportunity to network with other horse lovers
• The possibility of saving $$$ on future vet bills
• A happier, healthier, better-performing horse!

Plus

• BONUS - Level 2 Cranio Sacral Unwinding and Advanced Applied Kinesiology Workbook, usually $40!

… an additional $40+ value in bonuses!!!

LEVEL 3
Equine Cranial Decompression

* Since it requires very specific techniques with a delicate touch, Level 3 is only taught in person and is not available as a home study course.

In Level 3 Equine Cranial Decompression we work on manually releasing the the cranial bones to relieve horses from past head traumas, most often from a pulled-back when tied incident. Compression of the cranial bones leads to horses that spook or are hard to bridle, recurring uveitis, headshaking, TMJ, heaviness or resistance on one rein, and even the ability to gain weight, assimilate nutrition, or digest properly.

How do the cranial bones affect all of these areas? First and foremost we have to consider that the brain, hormonal, and glandular centers are all housed in the horse’s skull, and if the skull has been compressed, that can lead to unnecessary pressure and lack of blood flow to these areas that regulate metabolism, hormones, thought, emotions, and more.

Some cranial bones also hold the eyes in place, and if these bones are crushed or shifted, it could be affecting your horse’s vision leading to spooking, or inhibiting proper circulation leading to uveitis.

And when a horse experiences cranial compression, it often affects one side more significantly than the other, usually the side they pulled back on the hardest when they were tied. This compression cascades from the poll, through the bones around the eyes, and into the TMJ and jawline. This misalignment may be what’s making your horse heavier or resistant on one rein. It can also make it difficult for them to chew side-to-side as they are meant to, and instead, they chew up and down which creates hooks and waves in the teeth and often requires costly dental floating as a temporary fix. It also means they won’t process their food and thus their nutrition properly and can even cause digestion problems.

What You’ll Learn

• Signs your horse may be experiencing cranial compression
• How to evaluate your horse’s head and identify problem areas
• Cranial decompression techniques to support previous head injuries
• Practices and knowledge to prevent future head injuries
• Protocols for supporting better nutrition
• Techniques in energetic and emotional healing

What'You'll Receive

• 2 days of expert hands on training
• A certificate of completion
• A deeper understanding of equine care and natural horsemanship
• A stronger relationship with your horse
• Techniques that you will use in daily and in emergencies
• Solutions to long-standing, formerly “unsolvable” problems
• A sense of personal empowerment (YOU can do this!)
• The opportunity to network with other horse lovers
• The possibility of saving $$$ on future vet bills
• A happier, healthier, better-performing horse!

Plus

• BONUS - Level 3 Equine Cranial Decompression Workbook, usually $40!

… an additional $40+ value in bonuses!!!

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Meet the Instructor April Love

Owner and Founder of Holistic Horseworks LLC and host of Holistic Horseworks Talks, April Love empowers horse owners to take healing into their own hands to keep their horses healthy, happy, and rideable through their 30s while saving thousands of dollars on vet care. She has created a unique horse care program that is approved by the IICT (International Institute for Complementary Therapists) which she teaches through in-person, hands-on clinics as well as virtual home study courses. April has also trained and vetted many instructors who share this amazing program worldwide.

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  We're IICT Approved!
  

Holistic Horseworks is an IICT-approved training provider, offering high-quality courses in holistic equine care. As an IICT-approved provider, our programs meet global standards, giving students the credibility and support they need to build a trusted practice in the wellness community.

We’re also proud to offer Equine Musculoskeletal Unwinding, an IICT-approved modality. This effective technique addresses musculoskeletal imbalances, improving mobility and health for horses. With IICT’s endorsement, practitioners can confidently use this modality, knowing they are offering a professional, recognized approach to equine care.