Retreat: Equine & Canine Acupressure Foundation
Presented: Team Leadership Affiliates
certificate of participation available.
The Introductory course offers you the ability to perform a complete acupressure session protocol and gives you an understanding of the Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) concepts and theories underlying acupressure.
Specific theory and hands on practice study includes:
- Yin/ Yang Theory
- 4 – Examinations – Demonstration and practice
- Acupressure protocol – Opening, Point work and Closing techniques
- Association points – location, assessment and energetics
- Source points – location, assessment and energetics
- Acupressure session, assessment, point selection and practice
- e-Class manual covering all of the above and more
Acupressure is based on Traditional Chinese/Asian Medicine, we will explore this ancient science and guide you in learning how to help your animals feel their best with practical ready to use applications.
A Participant Letter providing directions to the local clinic or hosting facility, suggested area hotels and clinic logistics can be found under the accommodations link here, you will receive a detailed email upon registration of the event to include further details regarding event locations and printable materials.
2 day retreat fees are payable in full and non – refundable for this event .




Retreat: Meridian Energetics and Functions
Presented by: Team Leadership Affiliates
is a recommended prerequisite for this more advanced event.
Meridians & Specific Conditions focuses on tracing the 12 Major Meridians and two Extraordinary Vessels plus locating and learning the function of key acupoints for common health and emotional issues. This 4-day hands-on workshop includes the acupressure protocol and extensive hands-on exercises. Additionally, the Acupoint classifications covered are Association, Alarm, Source, Influential and Master points.
Participants learn through lecture and Hands-on Exercises how to:
- Assess the Animal using the Four Examinations
- Trace the 12 Major Meridians + Two Extraordinary Vessels
- Address Specific Common Physical and Emotional Conditions
- Locate and Understand the Functions of Key Acupoints
- Utilize the Acupoint Classifications
- Categorize Indicators Using the Five-Element Theory
- Implement the Comprehensive Acupressure Protocol
- 3 day retreat fees are payable in full upon registration and are non-refundable for this event.


Retreat: Tui Na
Equine and Canine, Original Meridian Massage Techniques
Presented by : Team Leadership Affiliates
All massage is based on the original Chinese Meridian Massage called Tui Na, the original form of bodywork with a long history in Chinese medicine. As an adjunct to animal acupressure, Tui Na facilitates the therapeutic results of acupressure. The Tui Na techniques you learn will enhance your animal bodywork sessions. They include: An Fa (direct pressure), Gun Fa, (rolling knuckles), Na Fa (plucking), Tui Fa (pushing), and 5 more Tui Na hand techniques.
Tui Na regulates meridians, promotes circulation of chi and blood, and strengthens the immune system. These techniques can be applied in musculoskeletal conditions, arthritis, peripheral nerve disorders, and improves the functions of the internal organs. Course covers the basic hand and body techniques and their application for animals.


