Mastering Foot Mechanics - Adelaide

CPE: 12

Catering: All tickets now include morning tea and lunch. Please advise of any dietary requirements when booking your ticket. ATMS can only guarantee your dietary requirements will be catered for with at least 7 days notice.

Please note you are not required to bring a massage table or any other equipment to this workshop. 
This two-day hands-on workshop combines theory and practice to help participants assess and improve foot function and mobility. It covers foot anatomy, the three-dimensional nature of foot movement, and gait analysis.

Participants will learn how to assess both static and dynamic foot mechanics and implement movement-based interventions to optimise function. Practical sessions will include Functional Movement Assessments, enabling attendees to evaluate foot mechanics and apply these techniques with clients immediately.

Key Learning Points:

• Closed-chain biomechanics of the foot
• Static and dynamic foot evaluations
• Movement-based interventions for foot pathologies

Key Practical Points:

• Mobilising the foot in 3D
• Functional Movement Assessments
• Understanding static and dynamic foot function

Workshop Outline:

Day 1: Theoretical foundation of foot mechanics, including anatomy, gait phases, and static/dynamic foot assessments.

Day 2: Practical application of closed-chain mobilisation techniques for foot pronation, supination, and gait phases.

This immersive workshop equips participants with the skills to immediately integrate foot mechanics assessments and interventions into their practice.

Presenter: Riccardo Galeotti
Riccardo’s passion lies in understanding the human body from a holistic, integrated perspective. His journey began in the mid-2000s in London, where he earned a Bachelor of Science (Honours) in Acupuncture at the University of Portsmouth. During his time volunteering at the Gateway Acupuncture Clinic in Lambeth Hospital—a specialist pain clinic for chronic, long-term conditions—he developed a deep interest in blending traditional acupuncture with modern approaches to biomechanics and movement therapy.

Today, Riccardo’s approach uniquely merges classical Chinese acupuncture with contemporary body mechanics and functional anatomy. His holistic practice addresses the body from the inside out: acupuncture focuses on the internal meridian system, while his deep knowledge of biomechanics and movement therapy targets muscles, bones, and joint mechanics. He incorporates cranial-sacral therapy, strength and conditioning, and personal training to tackle various health concerns, empowering clients to take control of their well-being.

After returning to Australia, Riccardo established his own clinic, evolving from Acuviva to Canberra Acupuncture and eventually rebranding to The Body Lab in 2022. This shift reflects his expanded focus on movement and biomechanics, and his dedication to helping clients achieve long-term wellness through self-care and body awareness. His sessions are designed not only to treat symptoms but to educate clients about their bodies’ potential and capabilities.

Riccardo’s practice is informed by continuous mentorship and advanced studies. He has trained extensively with experts like Dr. Paul Conneely in foot mobilisation and Dr. Kathy Dooley and Gary Gray in functional anatomy. For over 8 years, he has also studied under Gary Ward directly, creator of the Anatomy in Motion (AiM) method, serving as both an instructor and mentor to fellow therapists.

With over 18+ years of experience, Riccardo is dedicated to helping clients develop body awareness, correct posture, alleviate chronic pain, and improve movement. Through his work—whether in one-on-one sessions, group workshops, or educational events—he provides practical, integrative tools for long-term health. His goal is simple: to empower individuals and fellow therapists with the knowledge and techniques to take charge of their own healing journey.

Cancellation: If it is deemed that a seminar is not viable, it may be postponed or cancelled by ATMS.

Please note that it is not permissible to bring children to ATMS seminars.