Horse riding course and horse language
In summary
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Sports
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Duration3 days
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LevelAll levels
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DestinationFrance / Brittany
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AgeFrom 18 - 90 years
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CO₂-Emissions8.42 kg CO2
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Type of stayIn a group
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Languages
French
In a few words
For three days , experience an immersive experience to refine your riding and learn to truly communicate with horses . This course is for adults, beginners and experienced riders alike , who wish to develop a more mindful practice based on listening, breathing, and respect for living beings.
Through groundwork , you will learn to read the horse's signals, adjust your posture, and refine your communication. Riding sessions, tailored to your level, alternate between dressage, jumping, cross-country, technical trail rides , and preparation for canter exams, all with individualized and supportive instruction.
Each day combines physical awakening (yoga, breathing) , technical progression in the saddle, and time for emotional exploration with Equi Intui Coaching . Group sharing sessions enrich the experience, fostering self-awareness and confidence.
In an inspiring natural setting , between the beach and coastal paths , you'll improve your riding skills while strengthening your presence and the quality of your relationship with the horse. Led by qualified instructors and experienced equine coaches , this retreat offers a holistic approach to riding that is more authentic, freer, and more deeply engaging.
The highlights
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A subtle style of riding where technique arises from a genuine relationship with the horse.
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Mindful horseback riding, beach rides and emotional coaching are on the agenda
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Natural setting between beach and trails, expert certified guidance
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Sport
Level
Horse riding camp
The expert's opinion
Maximum height 1.90m and maximum weight 95kg.
In figures
Horse riding course
- Average duration/day: 4h
Management
French
Educator, Founder, Visionary
As the founder of the Sables d'Or Équitation center in 1999, Marie has shaped an accessible, tailor-made and deeply human learning environment.
A passionate teacher, she has been transmitting sensitive and respectful horsemanship for over 20 years, training riders and teachers, while developing eco-responsible equestrian tourism.
Qualifications and training :
– BEES 2nd degree (2012)
– Certified coach and equine coach (Lunion Formation – 2020 / Horses and Coaching – 2021)
Guided by listening, innovation and the search for meaning, Marie embodies an intuitive pedagogy that is deeply connected to humanity.
Hervé Régnaut
Coach, Trainer, Potential Explorer
Hervé began his career in 1997 as a teacher at the Military School in Paris, before accompanying a young rider to the European championships.
Trained in Saumur, then with Michel Assouline in England, he developed a holistic approach to coaching, combining horse riding, sport, insurance and personal development.
Qualifications and training :
– BEES 2nd degree (2000)
– Certified coach & trainer (Lunion Formation – since 2019)
Between demanding standards and kindness, Hervé cultivates the posture of a committed coach, attentive to human potential.
Program
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Subtlety, freedom and confidence
- Activity Horse riding course
- Duration of the activity 4h
- Breakfast included
- Lunch included
- Dinner included
This day delves deeper into the subtleties. On the ground, we explore freedom or lungeing depending on the profiles: how to gradually reduce the constraint to establish cooperation.
In the saddle, we work on the quality of contact, the precision of the horse's movements, and its responsiveness. We practice applied dressage, technical sequences, or outdoor preparation, depending on the rider's level. High standards remain, always in the service of accuracy.
An Equi Intui Coaching workshop allows participants to explore the concept of trust: trust in themselves, in the horse, and in the relationship. The insights gained become concrete tools for progress.
Day 1 -
Context: nature and autonomy
- Activity Horse riding course
- Duration of the activity 4h
- Breakfast included
- Lunch included
- Dinner included
Off to the great outdoors. Depending on the conditions, work on varied terrain or a ride to the beach. The environment becomes a learning partner: managing emotions, adapting, maintaining the stability of the framework established by the rider.
We work on honesty, balance outside of work, and the ability to maintain effective communication outside of work. This day develops autonomy and responsibility.
A debriefing session allows you to analyze the horse's reactions and your own, in order to integrate the learning.
Day 2 -
Integrate and leave with a clear trajectory
- Activity Horse riding course
- Duration of the activity 4h
- Breakfast included
- Lunch included
- Dinner not included
The final day was dedicated to synthesis. Work was done on foot and then mounted to measure progress: quality of the connection, lightness of the aids, and the horse's responsiveness.
Each rider benefits from individualized time to define their progression plan: technical aspects, relational work, adapted exercises.
We conclude with a circle of sharing and commitment. You leave with concrete tools, a clarified vision, and a more coherent, freer, and profoundly vibrant riding experience.
Day 3
Note
The program outlined above provides a daily framework designed to offer a smooth and immersive progression in the horse-rider relationship. However, certain activities (particularly outdoor rides, beach sessions, or outdoor bodywork workshops) may be adjusted according to weather conditions or the group's needs.
Our team remains attentive and responsive to adapt the sessions, while respecting the intention of the course: to offer you an experience that is enriching, safe and respectful of the pace of each person… and that of the horses.
All alternatives are designed to maintain the educational and emotional quality of the stay, with covered spaces available to maintain practice in case of rain or wind.
Accommodation
The yurts are for groups of 1 to 5 people.
Access
The stay ends at 5:00 PM
Go to the starting point
Lamballe train station is 25 minutes from the equestrian center
Free, unsecured parking
Price details
The price includes
- Personalized riding sessions (dressage, show jumping, cross-country, trail rides…)
- Walking and free-form workshops
- Possible canter passages
- Individual and group coaching with state-certified teachers and equine-assisted coaches
- Yoga sessions, breathing exercises, stretching
- Equi Intui Coaching workshops and talking circles
- Time for grounding, integration and listening to the body
- 2 nights in a shared yurt (self-catering option available)
- Healthy, balanced, and homemade lunches
- Access to common areas (activity room, relaxation area, restrooms)
- Professional and supportive guidance
- Provision of equestrian and educational equipment
- Internship logbook provided at the end of the stay
The price does not include
- Transportation to the place of stay (train, car, carpooling, etc.)
- Personal belongings and specific equipment not provided (gloves, boots, clothing)
- Personal expenses during the stay (snacks, souvenirs, etc.)
Options
- Flex fare and insurance
Practical information
Specific formalities
Specifics
Before your departure, check with the embassy or consulate regarding the entry and stay requirements for your destination country. You can also find this information on the France Diplomatie website ( https://www.diplomatie.gouv.fr/fr/dossiers-pays/ ).
In the case of flights with stopovers operated by different airlines, also check the entry requirements of the countries you are transiting through.
It is your responsibility to ensure you are in compliance, particularly regarding the validity of your identity documents (for example, some countries require your passport to be valid for at least six months after your return) , visa requirements, necessary vaccinations, and health recommendations. And don't forget to consider any customs restrictions and other potential requirements of your destination or transit country.
ℹ️ Information may change up to the departure date, remember to regularly check official websites.
Equipment
Equipment provided on site
- Riding helmets (approved)
- Grooming equipment (brushes, hoof picks, etc.)
- Saddles, nets, lunge lines and technical equipment
- Equipment for groundwork and free work (ethological halters, sticks, etc.)
- Yoga mats (available upon request)
- Materials for body and breathing workshops
- Resources for Equi Intui Coaching sessions
Equipment to bring
- Sleeping bag
- Pillows and fitted sheet
- Cap / beanie
- Flashlight
- Gourd
- Toiletries (shower supplies, towels, flip-flops or sandals, etc.)
Clothing to bring
- Riding trousers or sports trousers
- Pair of boots or pair of sneakers
- High socks (below the knee to avoid chafing on the calves)
- Pair of gloves
- Cotton underwear (to avoid chafing)
- Coat, windbreaker
- Sunglasses
- Sunscreen
