Our Level 1 FGA course is designed to significantly enhance both your skills and patient outcomes. By investing this course, you’ll be mastering an evidence-based, systematic approach to foot and gait analysis. Join our community of over 750 professionals who've turned their learning into action, all under the guidance of our expert instructors.
Ready to make a real difference in your patients' lives? Here’s what you’ll learn:
Ever felt like you're not fully equipped to help your patients the way you want to? Hit a bit of a learning plateau lately? Or maybe you're on the lookout for new ways to shake things up and improve your practice? If any of this strikes a chord, our Functional Gait Assessment course could be the next step you're looking for.
To participate, we strongly recommend possessing a certification or advanced degree in a related field, such as:
This list is not exhaustive, and we welcome applicants with comparable qualifications.
Course Objectives
1. Participants will develop improved competence from taking a patient history.
2. Participants will assess gait mechanics, identifying normal gait parameters as well as aberrant patterns in the human gait cycle.
3. Participants will learn to identify pathological gait patterns.
4. Participants will assess the lower quarter through postural assessment, palpation, and dynamic orthopedic testing.
5. Participants will identify common lower quarter dysfunctions.
We’re excited to announce that we’re now offering our most popular course, Functional Gait Assessment (FGA) Level 1, as an online, on-demand class. Our 2-day in-person course is now available to you from the comfort of your own home.
That means there’s no strict schedule and no need to commute! Our FGA On-Demand course is pre-recorded, so that you can learn at your own pace, and it’s always there for you to re-visit. Once you purchase, you’ll have lifetime access to valuable, relevant gait analysis training so you can offer your patients more!
Get unlimited access to information packed materials for only $549
Gait Happens (BOC AP#: P12088) is approved by the Board of Certification, Inc. to provide continuing education to Athletic Trainers (ATs). This program is eligible for a maximum of (12 hours/ Category A CEUs. ATs should claim only those hours actually spent in the educational program.
For Physical Therapist/Physical Therapy Assistants. The following states are considered “meet the standard states” and do not require approval if the course is quality and/or approved in other states: Alabama, Colorado, Connecticut, Iowa, Maine, Massachusetts, Nebraska, New Hampshire, Oregon, South Dakota, Utah, Washington, Wyoming.
$549
We’re excited to announce that we’re now offering our most popular course, Functional Gait Assessment (FGA) Level 1, as an online class. Our 2-day in-person course is now available to you from the comfort of your own home.
The best part? You'll enjoy a mix of live Zoom sessions led by our seasoned instructors and on-demand videos for flexible learning pace. Our FGA Hybrid course offers the perfect blend, allowing you to learn from and engage with our experts in a small group atmosphere while also giving you the freedom to learn from home.
It’s time to level up your gait analysis training so you can offer your patients more!
Please note: This is a scheduled course that will take place during the course dates and times you select. You will not have access to the course materials until the selected dates and you must be available to join the live zoom sessions.
Get access to information packed materials and live sessions with our experienced instructors for only $649
This course is pre-approved for 15 contact hours or 1.5 CEUs for FL PT’s.
Gait Happens (BOC AP#: P12088) is approved by the Board of Certification, Inc. to provide continuing education to Athletic Trainers (ATs). This program is eligible for a maximum of (15 hours/ Category A CEUs. ATs should claim only those hours actually spent in the educational program.
For Physical Therapist/Physical Therapy Assistants. The following states are considered “meet the standard states” and do not require approval if the course is quality and/or approved in other states: Alabama, Colorado, Connecticut, Iowa, Maine, Massachusetts, Nebraska, New Hampshire, Oregon, South Dakota, Utah, Washington, Wyoming.
For Physical Therapist/Physical Therapy Assistants. The following states are approved by virtue of Florida Physical Therapy Association: Alaska, Arizona, Delaware, Georgia, Idaho, Indiana, Kansas, Michigan, Minnesota, Mississippi, Missouri, Montana, North Carolina, North Dakota, Oregon, Pennsylvania, South Carolina, Tennessee, Virginia, and Wisconsin
$649
Lakewood, Colorado
Dr. Courtney Conley is a distinguished figure in the field of foot and gait specialization.
She holds a Doctorate in Chiropractic Medicine as well as two Bachelors degrees in Kinesiology and in Human Biology. In her over 25 years of clinical experience, she has had the privilege to work with a wide variety of foot and ankle patients, including professional athletes from organizations not limited to the Phoenix Suns, New York Yankees, Cleveland Browns, New York Giants and the San Francisco 49ers.
She is the founder of Gait Happens, an education enterprise that is leading a paradigm shift in foot health education and intervention, offering innovative solutions to reclaim optimal foot function and training that optimizes gait mechanics. Through science-
backed professional education, consumer training, personalized consultations with top-of-field practitioners, and cutting-edge protocols, Gait Happens empowers individuals worldwide to address foot and gait issues with research-based confidence and efficacy. With a focus on natural approaches and preventative measures, Gait Happens fosters a community dedicated to prioritizing foot health and overall well-being.
The Healthy Feet Alliance, is a pioneering initiative co-founded by Dr. Conley, which unites global practitioners committed to promoting natural footwear and preventing
unnecessary surgical interventions. Through collaborative research, advocacy, and education, the alliance empowers individuals to prioritize foot health and embrace holistic approaches to foot care. The Healthy Feet Alliance serves as a beacon of knowledge and support, fostering a worldwide community dedicated to preserving and enhancing foot function for generations to come.
Beyond her pivotal roles at Gait Happens, Dr. Conley is Head of Patient Care at Total Health Solutions and Total Health Performance, premier healthcare destinations
renowned for their comprehensive and personalized approach to patient care. With a team of rehabilitation-focused medical professionals, the THS companies deliver cutting-edge treatment and therapies to optimize foot and gait health and wellness. From preventive medicine to advanced diagnostic services, THS Clinic is steadfast in its commitment to enhancing the well-being of each patient it serves.
Dr Conley’s global influence extends beyond her teaching and treating as she is an internationally recognized authority on foot mechanics and gait dynamics, captivating professional and consumer audiences alike through her comprehensive in-person and
online lectures on foot function and strategies for mitigating foot and gait discomfort. Dr.Conley’s scholarly contributions encompass authorship, mentorship, educational program development, and the formulation of pioneering foot and gait methodologies and her private client list includes numerous professional teams, A-list celebrities, global experts in medical care and heads of state.
In Person Clinic: Total Health Solutions in Lakewood, CO
Lafayette, Colorado
Dr. Perez holds a BS in Kinesiology-Sports Medicine and a Doctor of Chiropractic Degree. She has lectured internationally on foot and gait biomechanics and helped clients across the globe live healthier lives from the ground up. She completed her clinical residency in Jamaica working with Olympic and professional track and field athletes. She is credentialed in several movement assessment and treatment techniques such as Functional Movement Assessment, Fascial Distortion Model, Functional Movement Specialist, Dry Needling, etc.
Dr. Perez knows what it’s like to have pain stand in the way of your goals. This is what drives her to help as many people as possible get back to doing what they love. It’s this drive that inspired her to partner with Dr. Conley in creating Gait Happens for online courses, memberships and virtual consultations. In addition to her contributions to Gait Happens, Dr. Perez, along with her husband, Dr. Mark Perez, owns and operates Kinetic Chiropractic, in Lafayette, CO where she helps patients of all ages, backgrounds, and athletic abilities. No matter what your goals are, whether it's to improve your clinical skills or your physical abilities, Dr. Perez wants to support you and guide you forward.
In Person Clinic: Kinetic Chiropractic in Lafayette, CO
Dr. Emily Schilling, DC
Lakewood, Colorado
From there, she continued on to receive her Doctorate of Chiropractic and Master's in Functional Nutrition from Parker University in Dallas, TX.
Dr. Schilling has always enjoyed being athletic and has participated in a number of sports throughout her life. Some of these include track and field, volleyball, and gymnastics. Currently, she is heavily involved in the triathlon community and has competed in multiple half Ironmans and recently finished her first full Ironman in Wisconsin '22.
Given her participation in high level sports, she understands the need for quality assessments of pain, targeted exercises and care based on the individual. In specific, she places an emphasis on the lower extremity and gait patterns. After sustaining a number of running related injuries, she wanted to know not only why they kept occurring but also how to treat and ultimately prevent them. After years of research and continuation in the sport, she has a wealth of knowledge that she would love to share with you! Her main goal is to show people that they can reach their goals in whatever activity they love. By looking at the body as a whole, her ambition is to create smart, sustainable changes in the system that not only allow people to complete those tough workouts, but also keep the longevity.
Apart from sports, Dr. Schilling also loves nutrition. Growing up as a type 1 diabetic, this was, and still is, her world. She is currently pursuing her license to become a Certified Nutrition Specialist. If you ever feel like chatting about race or training fueling recommendations, her door is always open!
No matter if you're a weekend warrior or a professional level athlete; young or mature; just starting out, or years into a sport, Dr. Schilling is here to help!
Additional Qualifications
Functional Gait Assessment Level 1 Instructor
Functional Gait Assessment Level 2
Gait Foundations
Gait Guru
Clinical Meets Functional
Floor to Core
USAT Triathlon Coach
Fascial Distortion Model
Functional Dry Needling
Postural Restoration Institute
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In Person Clinic: Dr. Schilling holds office hours at Total Health Solutions in Lakewood, CO.
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