CEU Course: Sports Dry Needling System - Lower Extremity

Cabarete, Dominican Republic

 

Join Toucan Abroad and Global Physio Training (GPT) from March 1–5, 2026 for an immersive 5-day, 20 CEU Sports Dry Needling course in Cabarete, Dominican Republic—a vibrant beach town known for its laid-back Caribbean vibe, golden beaches, and active outdoor lifestyle.

Mornings are focused on small-group instruction and labs where you’ll learn advanced dry needling techniques for the lower extremity. Afternoons shift gears into exploration and adventure: hiking to waterfalls, riding horses through the jungle, sailing along the coast on a catamaran, or simply enjoying Cabarete’s golden beaches.

This collaboration brings together GPT’s expertise in advanced clinical education with Toucan Abroad’s experience in creating immersive, high-quality international programs that combine professional growth with cultural experiences.

 

Key Information

  • Location: Cabarete, Dominican Republic (Beachfront 4-star hotel)

  • Dates: March 1 – 5, 2026 (4 nights, 5 days)

  • Course Name: Sports Dry Needling System – Lower Extremity

  • CEUs: 20 CEUs

  • Price: $2,295 shared room / $2,595 private room

Registration opens August 20th – Limited spots available. Join the waitlist now so you’ll be first to know and can secure your spot.

Education & Professional Development

20 CEUs through Global Physio Training

All course materials, lab supplies, and equipment needed for dry needling practice

Small-group, hands-on instruction each morning

Certificate of completion for licensed PTs and SPTs

Excursions & Cultural Experiences

Each afternoon after the morning workshops, you’ll join three included group excursions. Depending on weather and local conditions, these may include:

Guided waterfall hikes through the jungle

Horseback riding in the Dominican countryside

Catamaran sailing with opportunities to swim and snorkel

Surf lessons at a beginner-friendly surf beach

We will also offer alternative, lower-intensity options for those who prefer a more relaxed experience during these times.

The exact excursions will be confirmed closer to departure, but you can count on three organized activities during the week plus additional free time to enjoy Cabarete’s beaches, local shops, and cafes.

Lodging, Meals, & Transportation

4 nights in a beachfront 4-star hotel (private or shared room options)

Breakfast and lunch daily

Welcome dinner on the first night and farewell dinner on the last night

Roundtrip airport transfers to and from Puerto Plata (POP) on arrival and departure day

Transportation for organized excursions and activites

Program Pricing and Details

PT & SPT Pricing

  • Shared Room (twin beds): $2,295

  • Private Room: $2,595

Plus-One Guests (Family & Friends)

Want to bring a spouse, partner, or friends who are not participating in the CEU course?
They are welcome to join you in Cabarete. Plus-ones enjoy all lodging, meals, transportation, and excursions, but do not participate in the course or receive CEUs.

  • Plus-one sharing your private room (same bed): $1,095

  • Plus-one sharing your twin room (two beds): $1,295

  • Plus-one in their own private room: $1,595

The pricing above applies to one guest. If you would like to bring more than one guest, please contact us. Additional guests will require their own room at the “Plus-One with their own private room” rate and are welcome to join all meals, excursions, and activities.

Payment Details

  • Deposit: $500 deposit secures your spot.

  • Balance due: 50 days prior to program start (January 10, 2026)

Cancellation Policy

  • Deposit: Refundable until November 1, 2025, non-refundable after that date.

  • Cancellations after January 10, 2026:

    • 50% refund of the total program fee for cancellations made up to 7 days before the program start (i.e., through February 22, 2026).

    • No refunds for cancellations made within 7 days of the start date (February 23–March 1, 2026).

The total program fee includes:

  • 4-star beachfront hotel accommodations (private or shared)

  • All breakfasts and lunches during the program

  • Welcome dinner on arrival night and farewell dinner on the final night

  • Roundtrip airport transfers to and from Puerto Plata (POP)

  • All in-country transportation to organized excursions and program activities

  • Three included excursions or cultural activities

  • 20 CEUs for PT/SPT participants through Global Physio Training

  • All course materials, lab supplies, and equipment needed for the course

  • Small-group, hands-on instruction each morning led by experienced faculty

  • 24/7 on-site support from Toucan Abroad staff throughout the program

Does not include:

  • International airfare

  • Travel insurance

  • Dinners on free nights

CEU Course Content

Provided By:

Sports Dry Needling System – Lower Extremity (SDNS LE)

Learn a multimodal approach to dry needling for the hip, thigh, knee, ankle, and foot — integrating manual therapy and corrective exercise.

You'll work with conditions like: ankle sprains, hip impingement, ACL tears, hamstring strains, Achilles tendinopathy, patellofemoral pain, and more.

1

Foundations

  • Key anatomy, safety, and evidence-based use of dry needling for lower extremities.
2

Assessment

  • Identify trigger points and movement dysfunction through case-based learning.
3

Hands-On Techniques

  • Practice dry needling skills (pistoning, electrical stimulation) for hip, thigh, knee, lower leg, and foot.
4

Integrating Treatment

  • Combine needling with manual therapy, mobility drills, and corrective exercise for return-to-sport.
5

Application

  • Develop treatment plans, assess outcomes, and adapt for sport-specific demands.
 

About Global Physio Training (GPT)

Global Physio Training (GPT) is a South Carolina–based organization committed to advancing the professional development of physiotherapists and rehabilitation specialists worldwide. GPT specializes in delivering high-quality, continuous education programs.

Clint Serafino is the Founder of Global Physio Training Foundation (GPT) and owner of PERFORMANCE COLLECTIVE. Clint is a seasoned Physical Therapist with over 14 years of experience. He has worked with elite U.S. Military units, including Rangers, Green Berets, SEALs, and the Special Operations Command in Germany. In 2017, he completed a Fellowship in Orthopedic Manual Physical Therapy, placing him in the top 1% of PTs. Clint has also provided clinical expertise to athletes in MLS, NASCAR, Professional Bull Riding, and NCAA Division I sports.

 

FAQ’s

    • Morning: instruction and labs

    • Afternoon: excursion or cultural activity

    • Evening: free time

    • Includes welcome dinner (day 1) and farewell dinner (day 5).

    • Main Airport (Recommended): Puerto Plata International Airport (POP).
      We provide group shuttles from POP to Cabarete on the arrival day (March 1) and back to POP on the final day (March 5).

    • Alternative Airport: Santiago (STI) is another option, but it is about 90 minutes away by car. If you choose STI, you will need to arrange your own transportation or coordinate with us ahead of time.

    • Coming from elsewhere in the Dominican Republic?
      Some participants may already be in the country. You are welcome to arrive independently—just plan to be at the hotel by mid-afternoon on March 1 to join the welcome dinner.

  • 20 CEUs through GPT.

  • Yes, they receive the same hours and a certificate of completion.

  • Limited to 20 PT/SPT participants (plus-ones don’t count).

  • Yes, plus-ones can join (see Program Fees section).

  • Safe, lively, beachfront, golden beaches, adventure, Caribbean vibe.

  • Opens August 20, 2025; no deadline but closes when 20 spots fill; $500 deposit secures spot; balance due 45 days before program.

Registration opens August 20th – Limited spots available. Join the waitlist now so you’ll be first to know and can secure your spot.