Masterson Method for Youth

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Whether you are a member of the United States Pony Club, 4-H Club, or another youth riding club, this new course offering we are developing is something you won’t want to miss!

The Masterson Method® is an interactive approach to equine bodywork that anyone can learn. You can help your pony feel and move better, and also build trust when you practice this bodywork. You learn to recognize and use the responses of the pony using light touch in order to find and release tension in key junctions, which will result in greater comfort and ease of movement.

The Masterson Method® is an interactive approach to equine bodywork that anyone can learn. You can help your pony feel and move better, and also build trust!

You work with the horse’s nervous system to learn where they are holding tension, when the tension is released, and when a performance-limiting issue might be developing.

With The Masterson Method, you can help to create—

  • restored range of motion
  • improved overall suppleness
  • enhanced impulsion, collection, and ability to lift the withers and back
  • decreased resistance behaviors
  • improved connection with your pony

Building Trust

When horses understand that you are responding to what they are telling you, an instant level of trust develops. The horse is our partner and we should be constantly asking ourselves and our horses what we can do to improve that relationship.

New Course Coming in 2025

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The Masterson Method is developing a new course for youth—such as members of the USPC or 4H—to help you learn the basic principles and techniques so you can go further with your pony, both in terms of ribbons and relationship!

  • Half day course for all levels to learn a few basic techniques
  • Full-day course for more experienced riders to learn additional techniques

Students will receive a workbook with step-by-step instructions, illustrations, photographs and tips for safety.

Stay tuned for the launch of this new course by signing up to receive updates below.

Illustration by Jean Abernethy of Jim Masterson working on a horse standing on a stool in a car bodyshop.

You Can Start Learning Today!

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While you’re waiting for the new Youth Course, you can start learning The Masterson Method with any of the links below:

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Photo of Jim lightly touching the horse's neck along the bladder meridian.

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