Hurley/Osborn Method Certification
Senior Practitioner and Instructor:
Mary Freebairn
Years ago, my own health journey, and the encouragement of a good friend, led me to a remarkably simple yet powerful structural treatment. At this time, I was experiencing chronic headaches that had persisted for years, and as a physiotherapist I approached the experience with a healthy degree of clinical skepticism.
To my surprise, the results were profound.
That experience relieved my headaches and opened the door to a deeper understanding of how the body holds and releases structural tension.
For 37 years, I have practiced this treatment.
When applied correctly, this method has a remarkable ability to help the body release long- held patterns of tension, support spinal alignment, and address conditions such as scoliosis. Its simplicity is part of its power - but that simplicity also requires careful observation, precise contact, hands-on instruction in order to learn it properly.
My focus has always been less on theory, and more on clinical results. Over the years, I have had the privilege of seeing how this work can help the body reorganize itself when the correct points and vectors are applied.
Today my goal is to pass this work on with clarity and integrity with which it was taught to me.
I look forward to sharing this method with practitioners who are ready to learn and practice diligently, and discover the power of understanding the body's structural balance.
Hurley/Osborn Method Certification
A Structural Correction System for Practitioners
The Hurley / Osborn Method is a system of structural assessment and correction developed through decades of clinical observation and practice.
More than a bodywork technique, it provides practitioners with a framework for identifying and correcting structural imbalance through precise observation and minimal intervention.
Who This Program Is For
This certification is designed for practitioners who:
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Work professionally with the human body
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Value structural correction as well as symptom relief
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Want to expand their clinical assessment skills
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Are committed to integrating and practicing the method
Applicants commonly come from backgrounds in:
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Massage Therapy
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Chiropractic
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Physiotherapy
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Osteopathy
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Structural and Manual Therapies
Certification Requirements
Certification is competency-based and requires:
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Attendance at the 3-Day Training Intensive
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Completion of 20 documented treatments within 12 weeks
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Participation in:
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One online group review session
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One online individual review session
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Certification is granted upon successful completion of all requirements.
After Certification
Certified practitioners:
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Are listed on the Hurley / Osborn website
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Become members of the Practitioners Association
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May begin offering and charging for treatments
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need prior bodywork experience?
Professional experience in massage therapy, chiropractic, physiotherapy, osteopathy, or related disciplines is strongly recommended and generally prioritized.
Do I need a treatment table?
Yes. Access to a treatment table is recommended to complete the required treatment hours. Adaptations for standard massage tables will be provided.
Certified practitioners become part of a professional community dedicated to preserving and advancing the Hurley / Osborn Method.
For further information, please feel free to contact us.
Training Schedule & Location
The certification begins with a three-day intensive training program.
What You Can Expect from the Training
The training is designed as a small, focused learning experience where practitioners develop confidence through direct instruction and repeated hands-on practice.
Participants will leave with a clear understanding of the method and the ability to begin applying it in practice immediately without charging.
Training Dates
September 25, 26 and 27th, 2026
Daily Schedule
9:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.
(One-hour lunch break)
Training Format
Typically held over three consecutive days
he training includes:
• Instruction in structural assessment
• Demonstration of corrective procedures
• Supervised hands-on practice
• Discussion of clinical observations and results.
Because the method relies on a precise contact point, class size is limited to ensure each participant receives individual guidance with hands on learning and careful observation.
Location
Nakusp, British Columbia
Participants will receive full details after acceptance.
Investment
$1,200 CAD
Tuition must be paid in advance to reserve your place.
Enrollment
Acceptance into the program is by application.
Practitioners are required to submit an application form for review prior to enrollment.