Educating Riders to the Next Level

Mechanics for the Equine Athlete offers clinics and demonstrations for horse owners nationwide. Private clinics offer uniquely catered curriculum to meet the specific needs of your group, club, or organization. We can also be seen conducting demonstrations at Horse Fairs, Shows, and Expos.

Heidi Pichotta offer an honest, common sense approach to saddle fitting, equine muscle therapy and equestrian fitness. Heidi will show you how to obtain the best possible results - without gimmicks! Mechanics for the Equine Athlete and its partners are dedicated to providing the latest, cutting edge information and arming riders with the necessary tools to make well informed decisions.

Our clinics will take you to the next level and improve your relationship with your equine partner.

M.E.A. is active with youth organizations and offers discounted rates to local (within a 35 mile radius of Menomonie, WI) 4-H and Pony Clubs.

To schedule us for your next event, please contact Heidi Pichotta.

Examples of our most popular clinic formats:

Saddle Fitting:

• Understanding Anatomy
• Important Saddle Fitting Principles (every rider must know)
• The Negative Impact of Ill Fitting Saddle & Understanding the Language of Pain
• Difference in Tree Quality & Tree Comparisons
• Saddle Design & How it Affects the Horse
• Saddle Placement & Balance
• Assessing the Fit
• Saddle Pads
• Saddle Maintenance

  Heidi Pichotta and veteran saddle maker, Cliff Langerud, have teamed up to offer an exciting new clinic series! The above topics and more will be discussed from the perspective of an accomplished saddle maker and human & equine bodyworker/saddle fitter. Please look for us at a horse fair nearest you or contact us to host a clinic.

Muscle Therapy:

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• History
• Contradictions
• Therapist Ethics & Selection
• Benefits
• Basic Anatomy & Biomechanics Principles (every horse owner should know)
• Understanding the Language of Pain
• Assessing Your Horse
• Hands on Techniques for Horse Owners

Biomechanics:

• Biomechanics 101: What You Need to Know
• Anatomy & Biomechanics of horse and rider
• Balance and Movement
• Faulty Movement & Common Causes
• Importance of Muscle Health
• Getting the Most Out of Your Horse
• Tips for Success at Any Level

Equestrian Fitness:

• Equestrian Mechanics & Anatomy
• Horse & Rider Dynamics
• Exercises for improving your performance that will enhance your:

  • Timing
  • Coordination
  • Balance
• Lifestyle tips for becoming a better equestrian

To schedule an appointment or clinic, please contact Heidi Pichotta

 

Serious Therapy for Serious Results...

"One should avoid resistances, instead of trying to conquer them. " Tibor Podanyi