B4A Academy video course - the "BackUp" method with veterinarian Mag. Michael Estermann
✔ Scientifically based & explained in a practical way
✔ By & with veterinarian Mag. Michael Estermann
✔ Online course with certificate & community access
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✔ Scientifically based & explained in a practical way
✔ By & with veterinarian Mag. Michael Estermann
✔ Online course with certificate & community access
✔ Scientifically based & explained in a practical way
✔ By & with veterinarian Mag. Michael Estermann
✔ Online course with certificate & community access
The BackUP Method
Developed by veterinarian Michael Estermann
including completion certificate and user chat community
Recognize, understand, and specifically resolve the stretching of the spine.
Back problems are among the most common, yet least understood, causes of health and rideability-related difficulties in horses.
The typical symptoms you know:
- chronic back tension
- Kissing spines , arthrosis of the intervertebral joints
- Problems with tendons, ligaments and joints
- Swayback , flat pelvis, backward hindquarters
- Inactive abdominal muscles
- Hacking kneecaps , irregular gait or even lameness
- Unruliness , unwillingness, rebelliousness
In this course, veterinarian, osteopath, and fascia therapist Michael Estermann explains what really lies behind tension, blockages, and carrying exhaustion—and how you can specifically support your horse.
Understand the causes – and learn how to solve them yourself
With the "BackUP" method - step by step to a healthy arch bridge
Mag. Estermann shows you step by step how to…
- recognize and understand the basic problem of the stretched spine
- specifically train your horse's body awareness
- actively build the arch bridge using biomechanically sound methods
- develop your horse towards carrying capacity, balance and joy of movement
For a healthier, happier horse - The backup method
What you get:
- over 40 videos in 4 modules
- concrete instructions, practical examples and therapy approaches
- scientifically based, simply explained
- developed & presented by an experienced veterinarian & movement expert
Frequently Asked Questions
If you have any questions, please contact our customer service: office@b4a.at
The course is aimed at committed horse owners, riders, and therapists who want to better understand back problems and actively combat them – regardless of whether you are a beginner or already have experience.
Yes! Horses with a history of problems or older horses in particular benefit enormously from the gentle, constructive BackUP method. You learn how to adapt to your horse's individual needs and provide targeted support.
You'll get permanent access to all content—including future updates. So you can learn at your own pace and revisit the content as often as you like.
Yes! Upon completion, you will receive an official certificate of participation documenting your newly acquired knowledge.
You'll become part of a user community where you can exchange ideas with like-minded people and ask questions. This way, you're not alone and can also learn from others' experiences.
The BackUP course was developed by an experienced veterinarian specifically for everyday practice – scientifically sound, clearly explained, and with a clear goal: to get you involved and provide long-term support to your horse.