Introductory Workshops: International

These workshops are facilitated by Epona Approved Instructors. They cover the basic philosophy and methods of the Epona Approach™ to Equine Facilitated Experiential Learning, as described below.

Participation in one of these workshops is a prerequisite for individuals wishing to do advanced work at the Epona Center, and is also required prior to acceptance into the Epona Apprenticeship Program. See workshop listings below and corresponding websites for details.

These workshops include the basic philosophies, skills and activities required to prepare an individual for advanced work:

  • Using emotion as information
  • Accessing a more authentic, creative presence
  • Recognizing and moving beyond conditioned behaviors and thought patterns
  • Boundaries: establishing and maintaining clear and consistent personal space
  • Body Scan: using the body as a sensing device
  • Hands on activities with horses as guides
  • Developing essential skills for building Authentic Community

Specialty workshops and individually designed intensive study programs are also offered by Epona Approved Instructors and are listed on their individual websites, given below. Specialty workshops may cover areas such as advanced equestrian skills, heart/horse connections, leadership studies, managing life transitions, shamanic studies, mother/daughter bonding, eating disorders, trauma recovery and energy work.

All persons listed below are Epona Approved Instructors, authorized to use The Epona Approach™ in facilitating Equine Facilitated Experiential Learning (EFEL) programs. While Epona does not train people to do Equine Facilitated Psychotherapy (EFP), those who are licensed/certified/qualified psychotherapists and choose to add their Epona training to their psychotherapy practice, are professionally responsible for their choice and may list the EFP title. Those who are trained in other fields are also identified. The following code explains abbreviations:

  • AAI – Advanced Approved Instructor
  • EFP – Equine Facilitated Psychotherapy
  • EIP – Epona Instructor Partner
  • NARHA – North American Riding for the Handicapped Association
  • EFMHA – Equine Facilitated Mental Health Association
  • CEFIP – Certified Equine Facilitated Interaction Professionals, in Mental Health or Education

Inner Connections - Contact with Your Horse, Balance in Your Life (weekly evening courses)

January 26 to March 1, 2012 — Aalsmeer, Netherlands

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Inner Connections - Contact with Your Horse, Balance in Your Life (weekly evening courses)

January 27 to March 2, 2012 — Westbeemster, Netherlands

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New Beginnings

February 3 to February 5, 2012 — Shropshire, UK

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Connect with Your Inner Voice

February 23 to February 24, 2012 — Somerset, United Kingdom

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Discovery and Connection Through the Way of the Horse

February 25 to February 26, 2012 — Lampeter, Wales

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Inner Connections - Contact with Your Horse, Balance in Your Life

March 3 to March 4, 2012 — Kleine Brogel, Belgium

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2 Day Introductory Epona Approach

March 5 to March 6, 2012 — Sussex, United Kingdom

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Seven Centers of Connection: Through the Wisdom of the Horse

March 9 to March 12, 2012 — Banyandah Naturally, Australia (near Albury)

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3 Day Intensive Epona Approach

March 19 to March 21, 2012 — Sussex, United Kingdom

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Finding Fulfillment Through Inner Balance

March 22 to March 23, 2012 — Somerset, United Kingdom

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New Beginnings

March 23 to March 25, 2012 — Shropshire, UK

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Stroking the Fire of Your Energies...

March 23 to March 25, 2012 — Artimont, France (near Paris)

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Discover Your Inner Self

March 24 to March 25, 2012 — Toronto area, Ontario

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Accessing the Power Behind Your Fear!

April 6 to April 9, 2012 — Artimont, France (near Paris)

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Discover the Hidden Power of Your Emotions!

April 14 to April 15, 2012 — Artimont, France (near Paris)

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Discover Your Inner Self

April 14 to April 15, 2012 — Toronto area, Ontario

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2 Day Introductory Epona Approach

April 16 to April 17, 2012 — Sussex, United Kingdom

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Connect with Your Inner Voice

April 19 to April 20, 2012 — Somerset, United Kingdom

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Conscious Living

April 20 to April 22, 2012 — Shropshire, UK

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Dance with Him - Through the Way of the Horse!

April 28 to April 30, 2012 — Artimont, France (near Paris)

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The Heart of RelationshipsThrough the Way of the Horse

April 28 to April 29, 2012 — Dublin, Ireland

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Enjoy the Present Moment - Through the Way of the Horse!

May 5 to May 8, 2012 — Artimont, France (near Paris)

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Finding Fulfillment Through Inner Balance

May 7 to May 8, 2012 — Somerset, United Kingdom

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2 Day Introductory Epona Approach

May 14 to May 15, 2012 — Sussex, United Kingdom

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Riding Into Your Mutual Relationship

May 19 to May 22, 2012 — Carezzano, Italy

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Riding Into Your Mutual Relationship

May 26 to May 29, 2012 — Carezzano, Italy

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New Beginnings

June 1 to June 3, 2012 — Shropshire, UK

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Discover Your Inner Self

June 2 to June 3, 2012 — Toronto area, Ontario

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Horse Medicine Workshop

June 9 to June 11, 2012 — Toronto area, Ontario

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Seeking the Centaur, Exploring the Archetype of the Wounded Healer

June 11 to June 13, 2012 — Gloucestershire, UK

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Stroking the Fire of Your Energies...

June 22 to June 24, 2012 — Artimont, France (near Paris)

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Dance with Him - Through the Way of the Horse!

June 30 to July 2, 2012 — Artimont, France (near Paris)

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Accessing Your Intuition Through the Way of the Horse

July 6 to July 8, 2012 — BOX HILL NSW, Australia (Riding For the Disabled Association NSW Tall Timbers Centre)

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3 Day Intensive Epona Approach

July 9 to July 11, 2012 — Sussex, United Kingdom

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The Hero's Journey! (English/French)

July 11 to July 15, 2012 — Artimont, France (near Paris)

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Riding Into Your Mutual Relationship

July 13 to July 15, 2012 — Heads, Queensland (Riding to Perfection Noosa North Shore Equestrian Centre)

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Accessing Your Intuition Through the Way of the Horse

July 20 to July 22, 2012 — BOX HILL NSW, Australia (Riding For the Disabled Association NSW Tall Timbers Centre)

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New Beginnings

July 27 to July 29, 2012 — Shropshire, UK

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Accessing Your Intuition Through the Way of the Horse

July 28 to July 29, 2012 — Denmark, Western Australia (Denmark Equestrian Club/Denmark Riding and Pony Club

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Riding Into Your Mutual Relationship

July 31 to August 3, 2012 — Western Australia (Farm of the Bell Family)

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Conscious Living

August 10 to August 12, 2012 — Shropshire, UK

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Discover Your Inner Self

August 25 to August 26, 2012 — Toronto area, Ontario

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The Wisdom of the Herd - Conscious Connection Journey Workshop

September 6 to September 9, 2012 — Amonines, Belgium

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Stroking the Fire of Your Energies...

September 7 to September 9, 2012 — Artimont, France (near Paris)

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Radical Self Care (session #1)

September 20 to September 24, 2012 — Australia (TBA)

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New Beginnings

September 21 to September 23, 2012 — Shropshire, UK

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Accessing the Power Behind Your Fear!

September 27 to September 30, 2012 — Artimont, France (near Paris)

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Discover Your Inner Self

September 29 to September 30, 2012 — Toronto area, Ontario

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Horse Medicine Workshop

October 12 to October 14, 2012 — Toronto area, Ontario

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The Hero's Journey!

October 22 to October 26, 2012 — Artimont, France (near Paris)

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Heart Connection Workshop

October 27 to October 28, 2012 — Toronto area, Ontario

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Enjoy the Present Moment - Through the Way of the Horse!

November 1 to November 4, 2012 — Artimont, France (near Paris)

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Conscious Living

November 2 to December 4, 2012 — Shropshire, UK

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Discover Your Inner Self

November 3 to November 4, 2012 — Toronto area, Ontario

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Radical Self Care (session #2)

November 15 to November 19, 2012 — Australia (TBA)

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Conscious Living

December 7 to December 9, 2012 — Shropshire, UK

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