The Horse–Human Connection Lab

The Horse–Human Connection Lab:

Where Learning from Horses Inspires Mindful Horsemanship

This workshop invites you into a dynamic, hands-on exploration of what it truly means to be in relationship with horses. Rather than approaching training as something we do with horses, we begin by asking: What can horses teach us?

Horses live with a deep awareness of their surroundings, a clear sense of their needs, and a rich non-verbal language. By observing their nature, behavior, and way of life, we gain the knowledge and understanding needed to introduce them—gently and respectfully—to the human world we want to share. Only when we understand their world can we invite them into ours in a way that fosters trust, willingness, and joy.

In this workshop, you’ll discover that communication with horses is not just about technique. While we’ll explore body language, energy exchange, and effective training methods, the most important “language” is the one built through genuine connection—a two-way exchange where both horse and human are seen, heard, and understood.

You’ll learn how to:

• Read and respond to a horse’s feedback so your interactions become clearer and more respectful.
• Use body language and energy with intention to create safety, trust, and mutual understanding.
• Build a partnership based on listening as much as leading, fostering cooperation rather than compliance.
• Approach training as a shared journey where growth happens for both you and your horse.
• Develop a mindful presence that helps you show up authentically and consistently for your equine partner.

By the end of the 3-day adventure, you’ll leave with more than skills—you’ll leave with a deeper awareness of yourself, your horse, and the shared language that transforms training into relationship, and relationship into artistry.

This is not just horsemanship. It’s mindful horsemanship, inspired by the wisdom of the horse.

Workshop Flow:

This three-day experience (9:00 AM – 4:30 PM each day, with a one-hour lunch break) is designed to evolve organically. Rather than following a rigid schedule, we allow the workshop to unfold in response to the unique mix of participants, their skills, and their needs. Activities and exercises with the horses will be introduced as we go, adapting moment by moment to what the group and the horses bring forward. This fluid approach ensures that every participant receives a meaningful and personalized experience, and that the learning is relevant, engaging, and immediately applicable.

Dates: October 24-26^th, 2025

Investment:

$845 per person — includes coffee, beverages, snacks, and lunch each day for the full three days. Breakfasts, dinners, and accommodations are the responsibility of participants.

Designed for a small group, this workshop ensures plenty of hands-on time and active participation for everyone. Space is limited.

Register HERE!

Location:

The workshop will take place at Nacimiento Ranch, private horse property on Central Coast of California, nearby Nacimiento Lake.

Refund Policy:

For cancellations made 60 days prior to the published date of the Horse Education Courses, the Center for Equus Coaching will offer a full refund.

For cancellations made between 59 to 31 days from the start of the program, we offer a 50% refund.

For cancellations made 30 days prior to the program start date, no refunds will be offered.

Please note that any payments made that are non-refundable can be applied to a future Equus Coach® Training, program, workshop, or event, to be used within one year.