Jim is dedicated to meeting MMCPs around the world and furthering their education as Masterson Method bodyworkers. This event, exclusively for MMCPs, offers impressive clinicians along with Jim himself! We are so excited to bring the community together in February 2023, and hope you can make it. Space is limited to 150 MMCPs so register early to secure your spot.
Improving Performance in Horses
Our focus is on improving performance in horses. Mark Rashid and Jim will offer their “Considering the Horse” Collaborative Clinic with 3 riders to help us see how the bodywork—and Mark’s masterful instruction on softness and connection—improves performance with pre- and post-bodywork rides. Jillian Kreinbring will give a functional anatomy presentation that will deepen our understanding of ways The Masterson Method can impact and enhance movement in the horse.
When & Where
February 3-5, 2023 (with optional Meet & Greet Dinner on Feb 2 in Phoenix)
Carefree Farms
36412 N. 7th Avenue
Phoenix, AZ 85086
Carefree Farms is a centrally located eventing boarding facility and a wonderful venue that has hosted Masterson Method courses with great success.
Programming planned all 3 days until approximately 5pm, ending with a Happy Hour Friday and Saturday. All meals on your own. Food trucks will be available on site.
Clinicians
We’re excited to have Mark, Jillian, and of course Jim at this event!
Jim Masterson is excited to engage with you all, especially newbies who have yet to meet him! Jim will work in tandem with Mark to assess equine biomechanics, provide three whole-horse bodywork sessions, review the certification techniques, share about his plans for Continuing Education for MMCPs, and talk about his new passion, Beyond Dog Massage.
Mark Rashid will assess equine biomechanics and provide riding tips for maintaining softness and improving performance as we watch 3 horse and rider pairs on Friday and again on Sunday. You can learn more about the Considering the Horse clinics here, or consider purchasing the A Mind Like Still Water as a DVD or online streaming video.
Jillian Kreinbring will discuss functional anatomy and dynamic posture in horses to help us understand anatomy in action and ways The Masterson Method can impact and enhance movement in the horse. For more about Jillian visit Equine Biomechanics | Jillian Kreinbring Inspired.
MMCP Presentations
The Gelding Scar as a Potential Primary Issue
Vanessa Helvey will share about the anatomy surrounding the geld scar, the difference between an internal adhesion and external scar at the geld site, and a checklist of evaluations to determine if your client’s geld scar is a primary issue.
Equine Dental Alignment and Whole Body Balance
Gretchen Deane reminds us that every time we float a horse’s teeth, we are affecting posture, neuromuscular health, and movement patterns through the entire body. She will share about evaluating the horse’s Whole Body Balance in relationship to Dental Alignment of the TMJs.
Cancellation Policy: Any cancellations on or before November 30, 2022 will receive a full refund minus a $35 admin fee. Cancellations on or after December 1, 2022 will not receive a refund.
RSVP for Meet ‘n Greet Dinner February 2
February 2, 6:00PM
If you are registered for the 2023 MMCP Gathering and would like to join us for dinner the night before, on Thursday, February 2 at 6:00PM, please RSVP ASAP or by January 5. This RSVP is just for you as an attendee of the Gathering. If you would like to bring a partner or spouse, please email Natalie at to see if we can accommodate.
Tentative Schedule
Day 1: Friday – 8:00am-6:30pm
Registration & Opening Remarks
8:00am
Please arrive by 8:00am to register at the tent! Hot beverage truck available to purchase lattes and more.
Mark & Jim: Considering the Horse
9:00am
Mark & Jim will work with 3 riders, one at 9am, another at 10am, and a third at 11am.
Lunch
12:00
Two food trucks (Queso Good and Back In Thyme) will be available from 11am-2pm each day, or you can bring your own lunch.
Jim Works on Horse 1
1:00
Watch Jim work on horse #1 and ask as many questions as you like!
Gretchen Deane: Dentistry
2:45pm
Gretchen’s session will include visuals and practice time with horses.
Happy Hour
5:00pm
Join us under the tent for beverages (alcoholic and non-alcoholic) and snacks. On the house! Dinner on your own.
Day 2: Saturday – 8:30am-6:30pm
Continuing Ed for MMCPs
8:30am
Jim & company will update us on the new Continuing Education Program for MMCPs. Hot beverage truck available to purchase lattes and more.
Jillian Kreinbring
9:00am
Jillian’s session will include visuals and work with a few horses.
Lunch
12:00pm
Two food trucks (Queso Good and Back In Thyme) will be available from 11am-2pm each day, or you can bring your own lunch.
Jim Works on Horses 2 & 3
1:00pm
Choose between watching Jim work on horse #2 and #3 or practicing on horses yourself!
Open Practice Time
1:00pm
We will have horses in the arena and Instructors to provide guidance for those who’d like to practice.
Happy Hour
5:00pm
Join us under the tent for beverages (alcoholic and non-alcoholic) and snacks. On the house! Dinner on your own.
Day 3: Sunday – 8:30am-4:00pm
Dog Book Updates
8:30
Jim will share updates and pointers from his latest adventure, Beyond Dog Massage. Hot beverage truck available to purchase lattes and more.
Mark & Jim: Considering the Horse
9:00am
Mark & Jim will again work with 3 riders individually to look for improvements.
Lunch
12:00pm
Two food trucks (Queso Good and Back In Thyme) will be available from 11am-2pm each day, or you can bring your own lunch.
Vanessa Helvey: The Geld Scar
1:00pm
Vanessa’s session will include visuals and practice time with horses.
Closing Remarks
3:30-4:00pm
Jim will provide some witty closing remarks, answer any last-minute questions, and say good-bye!
Travel & Lodging
Lodging is on your own. We have reserved a small block of rooms from February 2 through 6 at the discounted rate of $179/night (plus tax) at the Hampton Inn Phoenix/Anthem. Please call the hotel at 623-465-7979 and reference the “Masterson Method room block” (the web link is not currently showing the correct rate). We encourage you to double up with an MMCP friend as most of the rooms have two queen beds. Reservations must be made before January 10, 2023 to secure this discounted rate.
You are welcome to seek out any lodging in the area, or even book an AirBnB or VRBO home with a small group of you!
There are two airports serving the Phoenix area, Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport and Phoenix-Mesa Gateway Airport
Note that the U.S. is currently requiring all travelers from out of the country to be vaccinated for COVID-19. This restriction is subject to change. Please follow this CDC webpage for updates: International Travel To and From the United States.
Food & Beverages
The cost of meals is not included with your registration. However, we will have the following food and beverage trucks available on-site. Note that Happy Hour on Fri and Sat is on us, includes complimentary snacks and beverages (alcohol and non-alcohol).
