A Comprehensive 4-Part In-Person Training Series for Practitioners
Mastering Gait Analysis
Additional Workshops:
Mastering Foot Mechanics
Advanced Foot & Limb Mechanics
Foot and Spinal Mechanics
Elevate your practice and empower your clients with our Gait & Biomechanics Masterclass, a transformative four-part workshop series designed for practitioners who want to gain a deep, practical understanding of the body’s mechanics—from the feet to the spine. This comprehensive in-person series offers progressive learning through four dynamic workshops, each building on the previous one, ensuring that you’re equipped with the tools and knowledge to assess, analyse, and optimise human movement effectively.
Whether you’re an experienced therapist, movement specialist, or health professional, the Gait and Biomechanics Masterclass delivers advanced insights and practical techniques to revolutionise your client care approach. This series is specifically designed with a client-centred focus, equipping you to teach clients how to self-mobilise their bodies, promoting long-term, sustainable improvements in their movement and recovery.
Workshop Four
Mastering Gait Analysis
The Art and Science of Gait Evaluation
This two-day practical workshop is the final instalment in the series, building upon the foundational concepts introduced in the Mastering Foot Mechanics, Advanced Foot and Limb Mechanics, and Foot and Spinal Mechanics workshops. The focus of this workshop is to provide participants with the knowledge and skills necessary to conduct a comprehensive gait analysis for diagnostic purposes. Participants will explore the intricate relationship between the foot, knee, pelvis, and spinal column during gait, gaining a clear understanding of how to analyse each phase of the walking cycle - initial contact, loading phase, mid-stance, pre-push off and push off.
Participants will deepen their understanding of the anatomy and biomechanics of the entire lower limb and spine, focusing on how these structures interact dynamically during gait. Using a three-dimensional model, attendees will examine how the mechanics of the foot, knee, pelvis, and spine are affected throughout the gait cycle. The workshop will progress from static evaluations of each phase of the gait cycle to dynamic assessments, enabling participants to visualize what might be missing in their clients’ gait patterns, from foot mechanics to head movement.
The practical component of the workshop builds on previous Functional Movement Assessments, now focused specifically on the phases of gait and their relationship with the lower limbs and spine. Participants will assess both their own gait and that of others, identifying key areas where dysfunction or imbalance may occur. By analysing their own gait and feeling subtle shifts in mechanics, participants will gain a holistic understanding of how the body’s interconnectedness affects movement, posture, and overall gait efficiency.
A key takeaway from this workshop is the ability to identify “missing pieces” in gait mechanics. Participants will learn to create a process-driven approach that allows the body to find and correct these deficiencies naturally, without imposing expectations for immediate change. The aim is to create a framework for understanding gait mechanics that fosters long-term improvement through self-awareness and functional movement.
As with the previous workshops, all theoretical and practical content will be available online before attending the in-person session. This allows participants to be well-prepared and ready to focus on practical application during the workshop.
Key Learning Points:
Comprehensive understanding of the phases of gait and their impact on the foot, knee, pelvis, and spinal mechanics
Holistic gait analysis techniques to identify dysfunctions and imbalances throughout the body
Process-driven approach to identifying “missing pieces” in gait mechanics
Movement-based interventions to improve overall gait efficiency and posture
Key Practical Points:
Conducting a full-body gait analysis using process-driven assessments
Understanding and analysing each phase of gait, from initial contact to toe-off
Learning to evaluate the dynamic and static alignment of the foot, knee, pelvis, and spine during gait
Implementing gait improvement strategies through movement-based interventions
Key Takeaways:
Advanced gait analysis techniques
In-depth exploration of each phase of gait
Comprehensive assessment of foot, knee, pelvis, and spinal interaction during gait
Tools to identify and correct gait dysfunctions
Detailed Workshop Outline:
Day 1:
This day provides the theoretical foundation for gait analysis, along with the practical tools to assess each phase of the gait cycle.
Phases of Gait: Initial Contact, Mid-Stance, Terminal Stance, Pre Toe-Off and Toe-Off.
Understanding the Interconnectedness of Foot, Knee, Pelvis, and Spinal Mechanics in Gait
Static Evaluation of Each Phase of the Gait Cycle
Practical Session: Static Assessment of Gait Phases
Introduction to Gait Mechanics in Dynamic Motion
Practical Session: Dynamic Assessment of Gait Phases
Day 2:
Day two focuses on refining the gait analysis process through hands-on practice, using advanced techniques to address imbalances and improve gait efficiency.
Practical Session: Analysing Pronation and Supination in Gait
Practical : Initial Contact and Mid-Stance Phases of the Foot and Impact on Spinal Alignment
Practical Session: Full-Body Gait Analysis and Process-Driven Interventions
Identifying “Missing Pieces” in Gait and Creating Strategies for Natural Correction
This Mastering Gait Analysis workshop provides a comprehensive approach to understanding and improving walking mechanics. By the end of the workshop, participants will have a solid framework for conducting gait analysis and applying techniques to help clients improve their movement patterns, reduce pain, and enhance overall gait efficiency.
Why ?
This series is designed to help practitioners elevate their ability to assess and treat movement dysfunctions by offering a practical, hands-on approach to biomechanics. By the end of this series, you will be fully equipped to implement these advanced techniques with your clients, improving their movement patterns, reducing pain, and promoting long-term functional health. Each workshop builds on the last, providing a structured, progressive learning experience that you can apply immediately in your practice.
Why should you attend?
Human movement is complex, and dysfunctions in one area of the body can have a cascading effect on the rest of the kinetic chain. Whether your clients struggle with foot pain, knee issues, or spinal misalignment, being able to assess and address these problems holistically is critical. This series offers an in-depth, hands-on approach that will provide you with immediate, actionable skills to help clients improve their movement patterns, prevent injury, and enhance their overall functional health. You’ll stand out as a practitioner who not only understands the intricacies of movement but can effectively treat it.
Who is this for?
This series is designed for health professionals, physical therapists, chiropractors, personal trainers, movement therapists, and bodywork practitioners who want to enhance their ability to assess and treat movement dysfunctions. Whether you’re looking to refine your expertise or broaden your knowledge in biomechanics, this series will give you the skills you need to offer more comprehensive care to your clients.
So What:
By attending this series, you’re not just learning theory—you’re acquiring practical, hands-on skills that can be immediately implemented into your practice. You’ll gain confidence in your ability to assess foot, limb, pelvic, and spinal mechanics, diagnose gait dysfunctions, and develop tailored interventions for your clients. As a practitioner, this will set you apart, allowing you to offer more effective, comprehensive care that addresses the root cause of movement problems, rather than just the symptoms. The result? Better outcomes for your clients and a stronger reputation for you as a movement expert.
How will it benefit your practice?
This series is designed to provide a structured, step-by-step learning experience that builds your understanding of the body’s functional biomechanics. Each workshop offers a mix of theoretical knowledge and practical application, ensuring that by the end, you will have a thorough, process-driven approach to assessing and improving your clients’ movement and learn about how you move too.. You’ll leave with the tools to diagnose movement dysfunctions confidently and provide interventions that create lasting improvements. From gait analysis to closed-chain mobilisation techniques, you’ll gain skills that can and will transform your approach to client care.
The Gait and Biomechanics Masterclass Series offers an exclusive feature not currently available in courses in Australia:
2-Day In-Person Learning: Focused on hands-on practice and real-time application.
Online Pre-Learning: Access all theory and practical components online, available before the in-person sessions for self-paced learning. What’s more, you’ll have unlimited post-course access to these resources.
Workbook: A detailed resource to follow along and reinforce key concepts.
Post-Course Support: Receive two 30-minute Zoom sessions for personalised support after the course. These sessions will answer any questions and guide you in learning how to help your own body through self-mobilisation and enhanced movement techniques.
Gait&Bio Community Access: Join a dedicated online community where you can ask questions and upload movement videos for feedback and additional learning.
This unique, blended approach ensures participants receive continuous engagement and support, maximising their learning experience in gait and biomechanics.
designed to support you every step of the way, with a focus on helping you thoroughly learn the material
ADDITIONAL WORKSHOPS
Workshop One
Mastering Foot Mechanics
Unlock the Foundation of Movement
Workshop Two
Advanced Foot & Limb Mechanics
Expand Beyond the Foot: Integrating the Limb
Workshop Three
Foot and Spinal Mechanics
Connecting the Foot to the Spine
Workshops Feedback & Comments
‘ I enjoyed the topic and presentation, presented by Riccardo. He did a good job and made sure all participates understood content, going over topics a number of times to make sure we all understood and were comfortable moving on’
Keith 2 /6/24
‘I was very engaged throughout this workshop even though a lot of fairly complex topics were introduced from a perspective I had not previously considered’
Jennifer 30/8/24
Loved Riccardo's modality - awareness of and working with tendons to rebalance the body - starting with the feet. Issues since my teens including twisted toes and jammed metatarsals - I could feel the difference in the problem foot after a demo treatment at the workshop!
Robert 30/8/24
I can directly use this information in both my Reflexology and massage modalities.
Jill 30/8/24
More of Riccardo please - much more. Love what he has to offer, even though the workshop was a tiny start to his modality!
Anthony 30/8/24
‘Riccardo is a very passionate teacher, delivers a great course on the foot mechanic. most enjoyable infos on a very important part of the body. thank you’
Susan 2/6/24
“1 very well organise polite and good communicator”
Channing 2/6/24
The modality that Riccardo has/is developing has huge potential for pain and health. I'm very excited about it!
Lisa 30/8 /24
Thank you Riccardo, my knee pain and shin pain has gone and my foot straightened without effort. Much appreciated
Carol 30/8 /24