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 structural correction system developed through decades of clinical observation and practice.
This work is not simply a massage technique or bodywork modality. It is a method of structural assessment and corrective contact designed to restore balance to the body through precise observation and minimal intervention.
Who This Program Is For
This program is intended for practitioners who:
• Work professionally with the human body
• Are interested in structural alignment as well as symptomatic relief
• Are willing to integrate a new clinical model into their practice
• Are prepared to practice and document their work following training
Many applicants come from backgrounds such as:
Massage Therapy
Chiropractic
Physiotherapy
Osteopathy
Bodywork or structural therapy
This Is Not a Typical Workshop
Many professional workshops focus on learning a set of techniques over a short period of time.
The Hurley / Osborn Certification Program is different.
Participants must continue practicing the method after the training in order to demonstrate competency before certification is granted.
Certification is granted upon completion of the following:
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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:
• One online group discussion session
• One online individual discussion session
These review sessions are an important part of the learning process and help clarify the application of the method.
What Makes This Method Different
Rather than focusing on relieving symptoms through massage or manipulation, this method focuses on identifying and correcting structural imbalance within the body.
The assessment process uses simple but precise tools—such as a plumb line and careful testing of potential contact points—to determine which contact point brings the spine back into alignment.
Once the correct point is identified, a very light touch is applied. This does not force the body into position. Instead, it provides a reminder that allows the body to recognize and return toward its own structural balance.
Because of this approach, the work often produces results that appear surprisingly powerful for such a gentle technique.
Practitioners frequently observe improvements in areas such as:
• Pain relief
• Chronic muscular tension
• Spinal imbalance
• Postural distortion
• Conditions such as scoliosis
The method is simple in appearance, but it requires careful observation, precise application, and clinical experience to be effective.
Frequently Asked Questions
What happens after certification?
• You will be listed on the Hurley / Osborn website
• You will become a member of the Practitioners Association
• You may begin charging for treatments
Do I need prior experience in bodywork?
Prior experience in bodywork (massage, chiropractic, physiotherapy, etc.) is an advantage and is generally prioritized.
Do I need a treatment table?
Having access to a treatment table is highly recommended so you can begin your 20 required treatments.
Simple adaptations for standard massage tables will be provided
Certified practitioners become part of a small professional community helping to preserve and continue the lineage of the Hurley/Osborn Method.
If you have further questions fell free to contact me.
Training Schedule and Location
The certification begins with a three-day training intensive.
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
(additional dates may be scheduled)
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.
Tuition
The tuition for the Hurley/Osborn Certification Intensive is:$1,200 paid in advance to reserve your place.
Application Process
Practitioners are asked to complete an application form prior to acceptance into the training.