What HorseSpeak Workshops Are
HorseSpeak workshops are small, grounded experiences designed to support calm, confidence, and real personal growth.
They’re not classes, and there’s nothing to perform. Instead, you’ll be guided into direct, embodied experiences with horses who respond to clarity and presence — not effort or explanation.
Most workshops are on the ground with the herd, and some include riding
(each event will clearly say).
No horse or animal experience is needed — just a willingness to arrive as you are and take
one steady step at a time.
Every workshop is different, but most follow a gentle rhythm:
Every workshop is different, but most follow a gentle rhythm:- Arrival, orientation, and grounding
- Time with the herd and other animals
- Guided reflection and integration
- Optional sharing and a calm close
Participation is always by choice.
You’re welcome to step back, pause, or observe at any time.
Workshops are held in small groups and guided with care and attention to both physical and emotional safety.
How Workshops Typically Work
What Makes HorseSpeak Workshops Different
HorseSpeak workshops are consent-led and experience-based.
No fixing, forcing, or performing
Horses and animals are not tools — they are responsive partners
The work is body-based, not just talk-based
Licenced facilitators guide and support, rather than instruct or interpret
Horses and animals respond to what’s real and present.
That feedback can be subtle — and often deeply clarifying.
Who Workshops Are For
HorseSpeak workshops tend to suit people who:
- Feel stressed, anxious, or overwhelmed
- Want to strengthen boundaries, confidence, or presence
- Are navigating change, uncertainty, or transition
- Are curious about what horses might reflect back
- Prefer quiet, honest work over quick fixes
Workshops may not be a good fit if you:
- Want guaranteed outcomes or highly structured programs
- Prefer talk-only or highly analytical approaches
- Are uncomfortable being outdoors or around animals
Workshops may not be a good fit if you:
Want guaranteed outcomes or structured programs
Prefer talk-only or highly analytical approaches
Are uncomfortable being outdoors or around animals
If you’re unsure, you’re welcome to reach out and ask.
LOCATION
Most workshops take place at Cowgirl Up Ranch in Burson, Northern California.
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Practical Things to Know
ENVIRONMENT
Workshops are held in a covered arena and outdoor ranch spaces, with natural ground, animals nearby, and changing conditions.
WEAR
Comfortable clothing, closed-toe shoes, layers, and sun protection are recommended.
SCENT FREE PLEASE
Horses and animals are sensitive to smell, and keeping scents neutral helps support their comfort.
WEATHER
As a working ranch, conditions may include dust, mud, or weather changes. Workshops may adapt as needed.
Private & Corporate Workshops
HorseSpeak also offers private workshops, including:
One-on-one experiences
Small private groups
Corporate or organizational workshops
These can take place at the ranch or be brought to your organization.
Off-site workshops usually do not include animals, but are grounded in the same HorseSpeak principles.
Private workshops are often suited to leadership teams, caregivers, and groups seeking embodied learning around communication, boundaries, and presence.
If you’d like to explore a private option, reach out and we’ll talk it through.
HorseSpeak workshops aren’t about becoming someone else. They’re about meeting yourself where you are, with honesty and support — alongside the herd.
If something here feels familiar or quietly compelling, trust that.
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