‘FEEL’ FACILITATOR CERTIFICATION PROGRAM

‘FEEL’ - Facilitated Equine Experential Learning

Human/horse relationships, in which the horse is the teacher, have existed for centuries. In the last fifteen years that this has been formalized into an actual therapeutic personal growth discipline in North America. Today, it is a growing and fascinating field, both innovative and proven effective.

The horses engage us in Experiential Learning – that is, we learn by doing. It is a process through which individuals gain knowledge, acquire skills, and enhance their value systems. Facilitated Equine Experiential Learning (FEEL) reinforces the perceptions of change and promotes integration in individuals’ daily lives to make the learning applicable and meaningful.

This Training program is ideal for coaches, educators, facilitators, equestrians, therapists, and other individuals who are looking for practical training and experience in developing Facilitated Equine Experiential Learning programs where the horse is valued for their role as a therapist and teacher.

The Training program will focus on

Learning theories and practices relevant to FEEL
Understanding herd behaviour
Interpreting equine behaviour & insights
Creating a spiritual connection to horses
Developing horses as therapists/life coaches
Learning effective facilitation skills and adult education practices
Running a successful FEEL workshop
Understanding ethical practices and mental health components
Honing your communication skills with horses and groups
Improving Group dynamic skills
Developing and marketing a FEEL Business
Enhancing your personal style
Creating a sacred place

The FEEL Facilitator Certification Program consists of 15 days of on-site instruction over 4 sessions, plus individual and group study assignments, and individual private sessions as needed over the course duration of five months. It will help prepare participants to facilitate horse activities in a way that optimizes the abilities, emotional well-being, and empowerment of both the horse and the human.

‘FEEL’ - Facilitated Equine Experential Learning

Session Dates:
November 14 –17, 2008 FULL
February 20 – 22, 2009
March 27 – 30, 2009
April 24 – 27, 2009

Training Details:

Participants should own their own horse(s) or have access to a horse in order to practice with the horse throughout the training period.
Following receipt of the application, an interview is required.
Upon fulfillment of graduation requirements, participants will be provided with a certificate of program completion.
Limited to 8 participants.

Instructors:
We are proud to offer the FEEL Certification program through the expertise and experience of four dynamic individuals with unique gifts. Wendy Golding is co-founder of Horse Spirit Connections, an Epona Instructor, Shamanic Coach and successful entrepreneur; Andre Leclipteux is co-founder of Horse Spirit Connections, an Epona trained Co-Facilitator and owner of a Marketing agency; Victoria Poe, B.Ed., is EAGALA certified, career counsellor, former therapeutic rider instructor, and an accomplished Educator and Business consultant; and Kathleen Barry Ingram, MA, is a Tucson-based Life Coach and Counsellor, and Co-founder of the Epona Apprenticeship Program with Linda Kohanov.

Five Month FEEL Certification Program

$5985 includes GST

The tuition is payable in instalments by cheque.
$400 non-refundable deposit upon acceptance
$1800 by November 1, 2008
$1800 by February 1, 2009
$995 by March 1, 2009
$990 by April 1, 2009

The Program fee includes all training, course materials, snacks, refreshments, and lunches.

Are you ready?

The goal of Facilitated Equine Experiential Learning (FEEL) is about FEELing the experience of the majestic horse that whispers to us about our ability to communicate with others effectively and to listen to ourselves authentically. We’re excited to share this with you…

Email wendy@horsespiritconnections.com today for your application!

For further details contact Wendy at 905 936 4450 or 416 674 1500 ext 223