Reading List - The Equine Natural Movement School

Yes, the course does have a reading list but the required books are few. Much of this list is suggested reading so you get a strong background in equine knowledge. Pick two books to read between each module and read each one thoroughly. Try to pick books in areas you are not already strong in. Be frugal — your local library may have some or can get them for you. Once you read them you’ll know if you want a copy for your bookshelf. You are required to read 3-4 books between each Module.

Feel free to order these books used. We have an Amazon Bookshelf setup and you can buy them new or used. Just click on the title and it should take you right to the book.

REQUIRED READING

Fascial Release for Structural Balance Tom Myers & James Earls

This is the only book we ask you to read before class. Although it is about human anatomy, the concepts we use are the same for horses and you’ll see them in action in Module One. Read this book before you return for Module Two.

Before you graduate from our program, we require each student to have a Structural Integration (SI) series on themselves. Do this locally. If you need help finding a practitioner, ask us. This book explains what is happening when you receive your SI series. We ask you to get a series yourself because it helps you understand what the horses feel and learn under your hands. If you study acupuncture, massage or chiropractic, you’d be expected to have direct personal experience of what the work feels like and what it does, too. Having your own series will make you a better practitioner.

For your Module One homework you will write a 3 page college level paper on the topic, “What is Structural Integration and how does it relate to you?” You will find the following books helpful on this topic. It’s VERY helpful to start receiving your SI series early on so you have first hand experience on what Structural Integration can do with a human body (yours!).

* STRUCTURAL INTEGRATION

ROLFING: Reestablishing the Natural Alignment and Structural Integration of the Human Body for Vitality and Well-Being Ida Rolf

History and evolution of fascial reorganization by the founder of Structural Integration

Foundations of Structural Integration Richie Mintz (Contact him at TXSchoolforSI.com.)

The Endless Web Schultz & Feitis

A Practical Guide to Structural Integration: The Guide to a Ten Session Series

Lawrence G. Kaufman a good handbook to read as you get your own SI series done

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* ANATOMY

Horse Anatomy, A Coloring Atlas Kainer & McCracken

The Atlas of Equine Anatomy, (3rd edition / Regional Approach) Chris Pasquini

This book is pricey, but it’s a good one to have on your reference shelf