HuMan Foot

An intensive course dedicated to those who want to deeply understand the role of the foot in human biomechanics. Through functional tests, postural analysis, and re-education strategies, you will learn to read and treat the foot as the origin of stability, efficiency, and injury prevention.

HuMan FOOT is much more than a course about the foot: it is a journey into the deep understanding of the human body, starting from its foundation. The foot, often overlooked, is in fact a fundamental sensor for balance, posture, and the efficiency of every movement.

During the course, we will analyze the anatomical structure, neurological functions, and fascial connections of the foot, to understand how it influences every single motor action — from walking to training, up to sports performance.

A central aspect of the course is the role of the foot as a sensory organ, capable of constantly perceiving and adapting to the surfaces it moves on. This sensory function directly affects movement quality, neuromuscular responsiveness, and injury prevention. Learning to stimulate and correctly interpret this information is essential to build more efficient and safer movement strategies.

Through a mix of theory and practice, you will explore specific tests, corrective exercises, and treatment strategies aimed at improving foot function and, consequently, the entire body system.

Intended for physiotherapists, podiatrists, coaches, trainers, and movement professionals, HuMan FOOT will provide you with concrete tools to read, assess, and intervene on one of the most important links in the kinetic chain.

HuMan Foot - Details:

When: Sun 16th - Mon 17th of November 2025

Timing: 9h-17h

Where: Barefoot Antwerp - Nationalestraat 151 - 2000 Anwerp

Cost: €387 (excl. VAT)

Teacher: Anton Ghys

Spots: Max 12

HuMan Foot – Content Outline

I. Introduction & The Foot as the Foundation

• Welcome and seminar objectives

• The foot's role in human biomechanics

• Why the foot is often overlooked — and why it matters

• The foot as the origin of stability, efficiency, and injury prevention

II. The Foot in Natural Movement

• Evolution of the foot and its role in primal locomotion

• Differences between modern and ancestral foot use (shoes, surfaces, habits)

• Barefoot vs shod movement: risks, benefits, and transitions

• Reintegrating foot use in daily life, not just training

• Natural terrains, variability, and environmental feedback

• Practical: Natural movement drills

III. Functional Anatomy of the Foot

• Overview of bones, arches and muscular structures

• Load distribution and the concept of the “foot tripod”

• Anatomical variations and their biomechanical implications

• Practical: Palpation, arch type identification, structural mapping

IV. Neurology & Sensory Role of the Foot

• The foot as a sensory organ: mechanoreceptors and proprioceptors

• Ground reaction forces and sensory feedback

• Foot-brain communication in movement planning and execution

• Sensory input as a key to posture and balance

V. Fascial & Kinetic Chain Connections

• Myofascial lines connected to the foot

• How restrictions or dysfunctions in the foot affect the entire body

• Interplay between foot mechanics and pelvic/core function

• Practical: Fascial tension drills

VI. Postural Assessment & Functional Foot Testing

• Static posture and foot-ground relationship

• Dynamic posture and compensatory strategies

• Practical: Hands-on assessment protocols and partner analysis

VII. Common Foot Dysfunctions and Their Systemic Impact

• Plantar fasciitis, collapsed arch, rigid foot, bunions - hallux valgus

• Upstream consequences: ankle, knee, hip, spine

• Case examples: Movement compensations traced back to foot issues

VIII. Corrective Exercise & Movement Re-patterning

• Strengthening the intrinsic foot muscles

• Short foot exercise: technique and variations

• Rebuilding foot-core coordination

• Load tolerance and resilience-building

• Practical: Corrective movement flows, exercise prescription practice

IX. The Role of Footwear in Foot Function

• How modern footwear affects sensory input, foot mechanics, and posture

• Footwear categories

• Impact of shoes on gait and loading patterns

• Transitioning toward natural foot use (when appropriate)

X. Conclusion & Continuing the Journey

• Key takeaways and re-framing the foot in your professional practice

• Building a long-term strategy for foot-centered movement education

• Q&A and open discussion

• Certification and closing remarks

👣 Anton Ghys – Seminar Leader, HuMan FOOT

Anton Ghys is a movement specialist, educator, and physiotherapist with a deep passion for the foot as the foundation of human performance, posture, and injury prevention. With over a decade of experience in human biomechanics, Anton has dedicated his career to understanding how the foot influences the entire body — from subtle postural shifts to explosive athletic movements.

Blending knowledge from fields such as physiotherapy, functional movement, neurodevelopment, and manual therapy, Anton offers a multidisciplinary approach to assessing and treating movement dysfunctions. His teaching emphasizes the often-overlooked functions of the foot and how they shape our ability to move efficiently and safely in any environment.

Anton guides professionals on a journey to rediscover the foot not just as a structure, but as a dynamic sensory organ — key to stability, coordination, and longevity in movement. His seminars are known for their high-level content, hands-on learning, and immediately applicable tools for therapists, trainers, and coaches alike.

Whether working with elite athletes or rehabilitation clients, Anton’s approach is grounded, evidence-informed, and deeply connected to natural movement principles. His goal: to help professionals reconnect with the body's foundation and transform how they view human movement — from the ground up.