There is something about the outside of a horse that is good for the inside of a man.
Winston Churchill
Course Content
Grounding
With every weekly session, we initiate our communion with the horses through grounding and meditation exercises. Harness the therapeutic power of our equine partners’ expansive electromagnetic fields, which have the exceptional ability to pacify and regulate our own nervous systems. The robust yet gentle energy of these majestic creatures guides us to a state of profound relaxation and equilibrium.
Body Awareness
Our lead facilitator, Melissa, is a highly qualified physical therapist and a certified trauma-informed stretch practitioner. Under her expert guidance, participants learn to listen to their bodies, acknowledge their physical state, and respond with compassionate attention. This heightened body awareness encourages participants to reside fully in the present moment, cultivating an enriched experience that synchronizes mind, body, and spirit.
Reconnection
"Finding Peace in the Paddock" is not just an equine course—it's a deep exploration of self-awareness facilitated by the empathic resonance of our horse companions. Experience the transformative power of this unique course and let your journey to serenity begin at your own pace, guided by a professional who understands the intricate dance between physical wellbeing and inner peace.
Research showed those who attended Finding Peace in the Paddock™ had both lower levels of stress and decreased resting heart rates post intervention.
A larger impact was seen in our modified Face Pain Scale. With a Cohen's effect size of 2.32, a large effect that can be seen without a calculator, and the impact is considered significant in real- world situations. A Cohens effect size of 0.35, directly in-between a small to medium size impact was noted when participant heart rates were compared between the farm and at home.
Full Case Study
Beyond the best. Melissa’s essence is contagious and adds extra energy, compassion and humor to " Finding Peace in the Paddock.
Linda
I cannot put into words the positive impact this course has had on my life. I found clarity and resolution on some issues I have struggled with in traditional psychotherapy for years. I can’t explain how it works - it just does! I also never thought I would be a candidate for such a program - I erroneously thought such forms of therapy were reserved for physically disabled or severely handicapped people. I am so grateful for the opportunity to experience this type of therapy in my life, and I hope more people learn that it is available to everyone!
Adrian
By combining her extensive background in PT and Reiki healing with her passion for equine's , Melissa's "Peace in the Paddock" is a transformative and healing journey. She is an effective, warm and caring presenter.
Heather
September
When: 4 Mondays
September 9,16, 23, 30Â
9:30 am-11:00 am
At Riding in Redding, 301 Redding Rd
*Please Note, your payment secures you for all 4 weeks.
CLOSED!OctoberÂ
When: 4 Thursdays
October 10, 17, 24, 31
9:30 am-11:00 am
At Riding in Redding, 301 Redding Rd
*Please Note, your payment secures you for all 4 weeks.Â
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