Hippocrene Spring--"The Art of Listening Within"

Connecting to Spirit... Personal Growth through Equine Experiential Learning and Nature Retreats

Where horses guide us to a deeper understanding of the mysteries of everyday life.

The Epona ApproachTM

 

Named after the ancient Celtic horse goddess, Epona Equestrian Services is a collective of educators, counselors, physical therapists and riding instructors exploring the healing potential of horse-human relationships. Founded in 1997 by author, lecturer and horse trainer Linda Kohanov, Epona has received international attention for innovative programs employing horses in the work of human development called The Epona ApproachTM.

People from across the U.S, Canada and Europe have gained a greater sense of physical, mental, emotional and spiritual balance. Alumni of the Epona ApproachTM personal development workshops and private sessions include accomplished artists, actors and musicians, counselors, social workers, psychiatrists and physicians, life coaches, body workers, business executives, teachers, parents and riding instructors.

Through a holistic approach to the equestrian arts, clients explore assertiveness, stress reduction and emotional fitness skills, strengthening self-esteem and personal empowerment in the process. Consensus-building relationship models teach people how to take the reins of any situation without lapsing into the pitfalls of dominance, alienation, intimidation or victimization. Many programs also employ journaling, mindfulness techniques, expressive arts and music to enhance intuition, multi-sensory awareness and creativity.

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Herd News

A long awaited dream has manifested. Hippocrene Spring has relocated to Shingle Springs, California, nestled in the Sierra foothills, between Sacramento and South Lake Tahoe, with beautiful pastoral views of the hills and pasture land.  Having the herd at home allows us to connect more closely with them at all times and to live more in tune with nature. It is truly special to live as one with the herd, and to engage with them in ways that were not possible before having them home.

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New Program Offering

Our next Personal Growth/Facilitator Training Program is beginning December 2010. We are currently accepting applications, with limited space available.



 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Testimonials

"What a fabulous experience. I never imagined this could be so fulfilling. This weekend (workshop) has been a rich experience that I will carry with me into all areas of my life. This has been a wonderful gift to myself, and I thank you and the horses from the bottom of my heart."

Kathryn, San Francisco, CA 

 

"Cathryn, ...your great sense of compassion, your gentle ways, and your wisdom carried me through a very challenging time in my life. I came to you because of your counseling training but our ten weekly sessions with the horses brought me more insight than years of one on one therapy. I am so very grateful to have found you and your herd!! With deep appreciation."

Sandra C., Bay Area