Anatomy in Clay® Learning System

Anatomy in Clay® Learning System The ANATOMY IN CLAY® Learning System offers hands-on anatomy tools and courses that let you build the human body—muscle by muscle, system by system.

Trusted by educators, students, and professionals to bring anatomy to life in classrooms and clinics. The Mind Cannot Forget What the Hands Have Learned™ -- Jon Zahourek

06/05/2026

🧠 From Blank Form to Built Understanding.
What happens when you start with an unbuilt MANIKEN® Student 2 model and gradually construct the human body layer by layer?
Learning becomes an experience.
As learners build the major muscle groups, organ systems, and anatomical structures with their own hands, they move beyond memorization and begin developing a deeper understanding of how the human body is organized and functions as an integrated system.
Each layer added reinforces spatial awareness, anatomical relationships, and critical thinking. Muscles connect to movement. Organs connect to function. Systems connect to one another. And with every step of the build, complex concepts become easier to visualize, understand, and retain.
This hands-on process is the foundation of our philosophy:
THE MIND CANNOT FORGET WHAT THE HANDS HAVE LEARNED.™
When learners actively create anatomical structures rather than simply viewing them in a textbook or on a screen, they engage multiple senses, strengthen comprehension, and build lasting knowledge that stays with them long after the lesson is complete.
From the first piece of clay to the finished model, every step is an opportunity to transform anatomy from something studied into something truly understood.

06/03/2026

⏰ One Month to Go: Anaheim Professional Development

Just ove a month to go until we bring hands-on anatomy learning to Anaheim!

Join us July 9–10, 2026, for our 16-hour Musculoskeletal & Body Systems Professional Development and experience the Anatomy In Clay® Learning System the way it was designed—through active, experiential learning. Participants will build and connect body systems in clay on our MANIKEN® Student 2 models while exploring new teaching strategies, assessments, classroom management techniques, and anatomy content they can immediately bring back to their students.

Whether you're teaching anatomy, health science, CTE, PLTW®, or antomy courses, this immersive professional development is designed to reignite your passion for teaching and help students retain complex concepts through hands-on learning.

📍 Anaheim, California
📅 July 9–10, 2026
🎓 16 Hours of Professional Development

👉 Reserve your spot today and join educators from across the country for two days of learning, building, and collaboration. Registration link in comments!

The conversations we've had on our Anatomy In Clay® Podcasts continue to resonate within our community. We've gathered h...
06/03/2026

The conversations we've had on our Anatomy In Clay® Podcasts continue to resonate within our community. We've gathered highlights from our most impactful interviews, showcasing the depth and relevance of the discussions.

Read our latest blog- https://conta.cc/4vxArbX

06/02/2026

🧠 Alzheimer’s & Brain Awareness Month

June is Alzheimer’s & Brain Awareness Month—a time to recognize the importance of brain health, neuroscience education, and a deeper understanding of one of the body’s most complex organs.

At Anatomy In Clay® Learning System, we believe that hands-on learning helps students move beyond memorization and develop a true understanding of anatomy and physiology. Building the brain, nervous system, and related structures in clay allows learners to visualize connections, explore function, and gain a deeper appreciation for how the human body communicates and responds to the world around us.

Looking for a simple way to bring brain anatomy into your classroom? Download our FREE Brachialis + Simple Brain Activity, designed to introduce students to key anatomical concepts through engaging, hands-on learning experiences.

👉 Access free resources and classroom activities today.

06/01/2026

🧠 It all started with clay and a vision.

More than 40 years ago, artist and anatomist Jon Zahourek asked a simple question: What if we could build the human body to learn it better? That question became the foundation of the Anatomy In Clay® Learning System—a hands-on approach to anatomy education that continues to transform classrooms, clinics, and careers around the world.

Today, students and professionals learn anatomy by sculpting muscles, organs, and tissues layer by layer, creating deeper understanding through touch, creativity, and discovery. Jon’s guiding belief remains at the heart of everything we do:

“The mind cannot forget what the hands have learned.”™

05/27/2026

A fantastic hands-on workshop at HAPS 2026 Annual Conference led by Lynne Ross of Pueblo Community College!

Attendees rolled up their sleeves and explored the anatomy of the shoulder and rotator cuff through hands-on clay modeling, building structures layer by layer to better understand movement, function, and clinical relevance. Experiences like these showcase the power of active, tactile learning and the meaningful connections it creates in anatomy education.

Thank you to everyone who joined the session and helped make it such an engaging and collaborative workshop.

☀️ Summer PD Alert — Register Now..space is limited!Join the ANATOMY IN CLAY® Learning System for a hands-on, immersive ...
05/26/2026

☀️ Summer PD Alert — Register Now..space is limited!

Join the ANATOMY IN CLAY® Learning System for a hands-on, immersive 2-Day Musculoskeletal & Body Systems Professional Development on July 9–10, 2026 in Anaheim, California.

This interactive 16-hour training is designed to help educators, healthcare professionals, and anatomy instructors bring anatomy to life through experiential learning. Build body systems in clay on “living” MANIKEN® models while gaining new teaching strategies, anatomy content, classroom ideas, and hands-on techniques you can immediately apply.

Whether you’re looking to re-ignite passion in the classroom, strengthen student engagement, or deepen your own understanding of anatomy, this professional development delivers an unforgettable learning experience.

📍 Anaheim, CA
📅 July 9–10, 2026
👉 Register today and reserve your spot (link in comments)!

This Memorial Day, we pause to honor and remember the brave men and women who gave everything in service to our country....
05/25/2026

This Memorial Day, we pause to honor and remember the brave men and women who gave everything in service to our country. 🇺🇸

From all of us at Anatomy In Clay® Learning System, we extend our gratitude to those who served and sacrificed for the freedoms we enjoy today.

Wishing you a meaningful Memorial Day as we reflect, remember, and give thanks.

05/24/2026

What an incredible start to the 40th Annual Human Anatomy and Physiology Society (HAPS) Conference in Kansas City! 🎉

We’ve had an amazing time connecting with passionate educators, healthcare professionals, and innovators who are shaping the future of anatomy and physiology education. From inspiring conversations to hands-on demonstrations, it’s been exciting to see so much enthusiasm for meaningful, tactile learning experiences.

Thank you to everyone who has stopped by to connect with the Anatomy In Clay® Learning System team so far — we’re looking forward to even more great conversations, workshops, and experiences throughout the rest of the conference. Here’s to celebrating 40 years of HAPS and continuing to build stronger connections through hands-on anatomy education! 🧠

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2198 W 15th Street
Loveland, CO
80538

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Monday 8am - 5pm
Tuesday 8am - 5pm
Wednesday 8am - 5pm
Thursday 8am - 5pm
Friday 8am - 5pm

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