“Be the Bridge, Not the Block”
Equine Psychology Clinics and Seminars
with
Kerry M Thomas
Equine Psychologist
Understanding Sensory Soundness
& Sensory Mapping
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Dive into the groundbreaking world of equine psychology with Kerry M. Thomas, an internationally
recognized Equine Psychologist, as he shares his pioneering insights on Sensory Soundness and
Sensory Mapping. This seminar and clinic are designed to empower equestrians with the tools to better
understand, select, and develop horses while addressing psychologically driven training challenges.
Through an engaging combination of lectures and hands-on sessions, Kerry will demystify the critical
role of the sensory system—the operating system that runs the machine—and how it governs every aspect
of equine behavior, performance, and development.
Key Highlights:
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Herd Dynamics & Sensory Soundness: Learn how sensory systems influence individual and group behavior and how understanding these dynamics can enhance communication and connection.
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Sensory Mapping: Explore how sensory mapping identifies a horse’s psychological strengths, vulnerabilities, and emotional thresholds, providing a blueprint for training and development.
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Troubleshooting Training Impediments: Discover how to recognize and address psychological roadblocks that hinder progress and performance.
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Horse Selection: Gain insights into using sensory soundness and mapping to select horses that align with specific disciplines and breeding goals.
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Practical Applications: Learn the skills of sensory mapping how to integrate these concepts into training programs to create a more harmonious and productive horse-human relationship.
This seminar and clinic provide a rare opportunity to learn from the expert who pioneered these concepts.
Whether you’re a breeder, trainer, competitor, or horse enthusiast, you’ll gain actionable knowledge to
transform your approach to equine care, training, and development.
Performance Psychology Seminar & Clinic
Selecting, Training, and Nurturing the Equine Athlete
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Unlock the secrets of equine performance psychology with internationally acclaimed Equine Psychologist
Kerry M. Thomas. Designed for equestrians and athletes passionate about Eventing and other competitive
disciplines, this seminar and clinic deliver transformative insights into developing, training, and selecting
equine athletes.
This immersive experience combines educational lectures with hands-on training, focusing on how to identify and interpret Stress Tolerance Markers—key indicators of a horse’s psychological and emotional thresholds. Learn actionable strategies to manage these markers both on the ground and in the saddle, enhancing your horse's performance and well-being.
Key Highlights:
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Stress Tolerance Markers: Learn to recognize and respond to your horse's stress signals, building confidence and reducing performance anxiety.
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Psychological Profiling: Discover essential keys to evaluating a horse’s mental and emotional framework and its implications for training and development.
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Sensory Soundness Insights: Understand the foundational role of sensory soundness in selecting, training, and nurturing equine athletes.
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Practical Applications: Gain core knowledge in applying these techniques with your horses to improve focus, resilience, and connection with your horse.
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Equine Athlete Selection: Learn how to assess horses for athletic potential through the lens of psychology, not just physical attributes.
This event is a unique opportunity to learn from one of the leading minds in equine psychology. Whether
you are a competitor, trainer, or equine enthusiast, you’ll leave equipped with innovative tools to elevate
your approach to equine performance and athlete development.
FAQ’s:
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Are educational events available anywhere in the world? Yes!
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Can I have an event tailored to my specific needs or event goals? Yes!
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Can I have arrange for a tailored clinic for my specific need? Yes!
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Can I arrange to host a virtual lecture for my group or special event? Yes
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Can I film or record the event? No, but you can take as many pictures as you wish!
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How much do your Educational Events cost? Because of the unique nature of these events, each one is priced individually.
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Do your clinics also include a lecture? Yes, each of the two clinics listed include lectures, discussions and Q-n-A's.
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Can I request a tailored clinic? Yes, in fact many of the lecture topics can be paired with a clinic.
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"Be The Bridge Not The Block"
Dutch Tour 2024
Applied Sensory Soundness Tour Australia
Melbourne, Sydney & Perth November, 2023
