Reach Out to Horses® is excited to announce the launch of the Holistic Horsemanship Comprehensive Training Program. Whether your goal is to begin a career or you want to develop your skills to become a well-rounded expert in the Equine industry, this program has something for you. This unique opportunity is not for everyone. It is for those who truly want to learn how to help horse and human create a real trust-based partnership. In short, if the horses have called to you, if you have a heart-felt desire to make a difference in the world of the horse then we can help you turn that dream into a reality.
Although this is a comprehensive program, we understand that as quickly as you want to complete the training, you still have a life you need to live (at least we hope you do). That’s why each segment of the program is designed to allow individuals the chance to study the methods at their leisure, returning to the Center when time and finances allow.
You can choose to explore the first stages, gaining valuable training and insight into the world and training of the horse, or complete the training and become a certified ROTH Instructor – the choice is yours!
This is your chance to join a team of experts who are lifting the Natural Horsemanship Industry up to the next level with new revolutionary communication principles.
Photos courtesy of: Elena Dorfman in conjunction with Equine Voices Sanctuary
Click Here to watch the 2009 Holistic Horsemanship Slide Show
Level 1 - ROTH Holistic Horsemanship Introductory Certification Course
Pre-requisite: There are no pre-requisites to this course, although it is recommended that you have attended a Reach Out to Horses® clinic and/or seminar prior to attending. Students are recommended to purchase the Reach Out to Natural Horsemanship™ DVD series prior to their attendance.
About this 180-hour program: Level 1 of the Program is designed for those people who have a genuine desire to learn gentle non-invasive communication methods. It is the perfect starting point for equine enthusiasts, potential horse guardians, instructors, trainers,managers, those working in the equine industry and those seeking to become professional trainers and clinicians.
If you are a novice, concerned you don't have the experience needed to succeed, don't fret. As a beginner you have a clean slate, perfect for us to share methods and techniques to start your training off right from the very beginning.
For the more seasoned professional we can increase your awareness, guide your abilities and enhance your current skill set, providing you with the training and experience necessary to really stand out in the equine industry.
Once all requirements are completed, you will be ready to go out into the world, certificate in hand, to spread the philosophies of real gentle horsemanship. Completion of Level 1 gives you the freedom to spread your wings to explore new and additional methods as your heart desires.
Certificates of Completion of the Reach Out to Horses® Holistic Horsemanship Introductory Course will be given to those completing all 3-parts
Part One: 10-Day Program: 9am – 5pm supervised training each day (2 hours additional daily study is required for horse psychology project and an alternative therapies presentation)
Extend your knowledge of the language of Equus by attending this 3-part intensive course. This program is designed to provide you with
insights into the language of the horse from body language to feeling and controlling energy through to inter-species communication. You will be introduced to another way of communicating and relating to horses and expand your knowledge to encompass everyday aspects of handling.
Through herd observations and exercises you will learn how to
We will examine ways to approach horses and respond to them correctly in their own environment of a stall, paddock or turn-out. You will xperience the impact your eyes have and learn how effective they can be to draw a horse to you, gain their attention, alter their speed or invoke a response. You will also overcome catching difficulties, as you discover what motivates your horse, whilst creating an environment where they want to be with you, want to lower their head into the halter and later choose to give their defenses up by lifting their feet and even trotting into the trailer through freedom of choice!
As you work with your horse’s mind, you will learn the use of a pressure halter a way in which to introduce them to obstacles and to allow confidence to build for both of you during groundwork. You will begin to recognize the way horses learn and the benefits this has for your later mount. Free-schooling through body language and ground-driving techniques will be other areas we touch upon. This practice will enhance your timing and pressure/release skills while allowing you to learn to trust your instinct – all of which will lead to harmony between you and your four-legged partner.
Join us in Connecticut for an experience of a lifetime!
ONLY 1 SPOT LEFT!
August 30th - September 10th, 2010 2-week Reach Out to Holistic Horsemanship Introductory Course Ray of Light Farm, East Haddam, CT
Early Bird Special! Bookings prior to June 1st, 2010: Course Price: $2,000 (Accommodation not included) Course Price to bring your own Horse: $1,750 (Accommodation and Board not included)
All bookings after June 1st, 2010: Course Price: $2,250 (Accommodation not included) Course Price to bring your own Horse: $2,000 (Accommodation and Board not included)
For course details contact: info@reachouttohorses.com
Housing Information from Bonnie of Ray of Light Farm
The campground next door has VERY nice 30' trailer options, not the size of a mobile home but extremely spacious for two people with separate sleeping areas, comfortable for three, and do-able for four people who know each other. They each have a kitchen area, dining area, bathroom and sitting area. There is a store, shower, and laundry( I can provide bedding) on the grounds, along with a swimming pool. It is a well run, pretty quiet camprground - especially during the week - and their business drops off dramatically after Labor Day. The units will rent for $660 week with tax and fees included. People can email me directly if they wish to reserve a spot - and indicate if they are willing to share space and in what capacity. I will reserve units accordingly, and payment can be made payable to Ray of Light Farm.
For more information about this housing opportunity contact Bonnie Buongiorne at bbuon@att.net.
September 11th & 12th, 2010 Animal Communication Weekend, Ray of Light Farm, East Haddam, CT Whole weekend: $300 One day: $150 Contact: info@reachouttohorses.com
Reach Out to Holistic Horsemanship Comprehensive 3-part Training Program 2010 Application Form Reach Out to Holistic Horsemanship Course Testimonials
Reach Out to Holistic Horsemanship Comprehensive 3-part Training Program 2010 Application Form
Reach Out to Holistic Horsemanship Course Testimonials
Part Two: (22 hours: 2 hours tutoring and 20 case study hours)
Following completion of part one, students return to their area of origin to complete a home study program of approximately 20 case studies. A 1-hour DVD/Video is required to be submitted along with the first 10 case studies. This coursework is followed up by a tutoring session with Anna, by telephone, to evaluate and enable each student to progress. With the motto: “Perfect practice makes perfect” in mind, this allows students to ask questions and discuss their obstacles before they embark on completing their final 10 case studies. The time-frame of the field study varies depending on the scheduling of part 3 and is recommended to be around 10-months. Please schedule an appointment for tutoring sessions in advance through the office. Check out Anna’s schedule here.
Cost: $500 in advance for 2-hour private tutoring session with Anna. Anna will have created time to evaluate all the assigned course work. This part Two is by appointment only.
Part Three:
10-Day Program: 9am – 5pm each day, additional study required for a practical training presentation)
In this section, you will work with Anna at one of 3 locations: Equine Sanctuary, Rescue or Equestrian Center. It is Anna’s hope to be able to give back to the community by not only sharing her knowledge but also by gentling horses through kindness, offering them another chance!
It is during this portion of the program that you will have the opportunity to gentle a number of horses & refine your skills in all areas. The horses may vary in age & breed, they may have different environmental backgrounds & history. It will be your task to discover their needs, replace their fears and concerns with a bright and happy future.
You will be guided to learn how to:
We will review areas of difficulty from Parts One and Two, do exercises to develop feel, rhythm and timing and enhance your intuition. Presentations and evaluations of case studies in Part Two will be made, together with a written exam.
Reach Out to Horses 2-week Holistic Horsemanship Certification Course Part III – Join us in Colorado during 2010!
September 18th - 24th, 2010 2-week ROTH Certification & Exam period – Location TBA, Colorado
Early Bird Special! Bookings prior to June 1st, 2010 Course Price: $1,250 (Accommodation not included)
All bookings after June 1st, 2010 Course Price: $1,400 (Accommodation not included)
A portion of all proceeds will go to help the horses!
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