Animal Massage and Movement Education Centre
A peaceful place for dogs and their people to come and stay and learn together how to better manage in a crazy world. Using health supporting modalities, activities at the Animal Massage and Movement Education Centre allows time, space and breathing room to deepen and revel in the joy of the dog/human bond.
AMMEC, in a renovated 1859 stone church, is located in Frankville, a quiet hamlet located halfway between Brockville and Smiths Falls, in eastern Ontario.
For Workshops
There is a microwave, fridge, kettle and coffee maker on site – bringing a lunch is recommended, since nearest places require driving to get to (convenience/gas – 5 min drive – sandwiches only; nearest diner – 15 min drive; fast food – 20 min drive).
Coffee, tea and light snacks will be available during workshops.
Plenty of free parking, but please note there are limited shaded options.
Address: 7 James St, Frankville, ON K0E 1H0
Phone: 613 706-0720
Map: AMMEC
Driving time from Ottawa – approx. 1 hr 15 min
Driving time from Toronto – approx. 3.5 hrs
Airports:
Ottawa 1 hr 15 min northeast of Frankville
Ogdensburg 50 min south of Frankville, border crossing at Ogdensburg-Prescott International Bridge
Watertown 1 hr 20 min south of Frankville, border crossing at Thousand Islands Bridge
Suggestions for Accommodations
Bring Fido has dog-friendly area listings, including AirBnB listings
Information for Participants coming from outside Canada
You will need a valid passport to enter Canada if you are not a Canadian citizen.
This is the only current requirement for American citizens – you will not need any student visa because workshop is only 2 or 3 days.
IF YOU ARE COMING FROM THE USA AND BRINGING A DOG, PLEASE FIND OUT ABOUT THE NEW REQUIREMENTS FOR BRINGING A DOG BACK INTO THE USD, EVEN FOR US CITIZENS