What role do the horses play in coaching? Do I have to ride a horse as part of the process?
When participating in coaching or workshop sessions at Tudor Farm, no one actually rides our horses as part of their experience. Rather, horses play an emotional support and nonverbal awareness role. They are amazing sentient creatures with highly tuned instincts. They use these powers to mirror human thoughts, moods, and energetic vibrations. When we are in their presence, we receive their gifts of bio feedback in a genuine way.
What are the exercises with horses like?
All exercises and exposure to horses are conducted on the ground with support from the facilitators. Some exercises will take place with horses in their stalls and participants outside the stalls. Other exercises are conducted in a round pen area with participants in the round pen with them. Some exposure to the horses is just observing them as they graze freely on the premises. Types of exercise depend on the objective of the session. This work is never about “performing”. You will never be asked or expected to interact with a horse in a way that is uncomfortable for you or the horse.
Is coaching the same thing as horse therapy?
There are some important distinctions between horse facilitated coaching (which we do) and horse assisted therapy. Unlike therapy or a clinical approach, coaching is about relationship and connection. I support you and partner with you to expand your personal awareness of yourself and others. It is from this place of expanded awareness that you can discover deeper thoughts and clarify, change, or enhance your beliefs and actions. The horses are not trained to respond to you in a specific way. They are part of the coaching staff and bring individualized awareness to each person they meet.
Do you have to be a certain age to participate?
This work is appropriate for all ages and stages of life and can be geared to assist individuals, couples, families, and groups.
What should I wear or bring to an event?
You should wear comfortable clothing and sturdy, close-toed shoes or boots. Other details you should know will be in an email that you will receive after signing up for an event.
Can I rent out Tudor Farm to host my own event?
Yes! We offer facility rentals and we also host our own retreats at Tudor Farm. Check out our upcoming retreats and other events here!
Do you have to come to Ocala to participate in personal coaching?
You do not have to be in Florida to experience the benefits of Leadership and Life Coaching. I am available for phone and online sessions. I can also travel to your location.