Brittany
Advanced equestrian training course in Brittany
Réf : HLWCJF
In summary
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Sports
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Duration5 days
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LevelAll levels
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DestinationFrance / Brittany
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AgeAccessible to all ages
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CO₂-Emissions21.62 kg CO2
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Type of stayIn a group
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Languages🇫🇷French🇬🇧English
In a few words
Experience 5 days of equestrian immersion to refine your skills and develop a true connection with the horse . This stay is for adults, beginners and experienced riders alike, who wish to explore a more refined, mindful, and respectful approach to riding.
Here, technical progress is based on listening, breathing, and precise movement . Through groundwork , reading the horse's signals, and adjusting your posture, you learn to establish a relationship based on mutual understanding. Riding sessions, tailored to your level, alternate between dressage, jumping, cross-country, technical trail rides, and preparation for the canter exams, always with individualized and supportive instruction.
Each day is structured around periods of body awareness (yoga, breathing exercises) , technical workshops, and Equi Intui Coaching sessions to explore the emotional dimension and strengthen your confidence. Group sharing sessions complete the experience.
Between the beach and coastal paths , in an inspiring natural environment, you'll progress under the guidance of qualified instructors and experienced equine coaches . A unique opportunity to develop your technique, your presence, and experience a freer and more authentic style of riding .
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, expertly qualified instructors
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Sport
Level
Horseback riding
Everyone can participate in this trip. The supervision, program, or group will be tailored to each person's level.
The expert's opinion
Maximum height 1.90m and maximum weight 95kg.
In figures
Horse riding course
- Average duration/day: 3h30
Management
During this stay, several supervisors will be present to guide and assist you, ensuring your comfort and safety throughout the trip.
Band :
1 supervisor for 1 to 10 people
Languages spoken:
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French
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English
Marie
Marie
A passion for horses and a taste for human connection. Passionate and a natural teacher, I founded Sables d'Or Equitation – Centre Equestre de Bretagne (Sables d'Or Equitation – Brittany Equestrian Center) in 1999. The primary objective was to make Sables d'Or Equitation a center tailored to each individual, with personalized instruction accessible to all. A renowned riding school developed, with generations of medal-winning competition teams. I then expanded the project with the creation of an eco-responsible equestrian tourism center integrated into the dynamic Grand Site Cap d'Erquy Cap Fréhel. An experienced riding instructor, holding the BEES 2nd degree qualification since 2012, I also train other instructors. Keen to embrace new practices in an evolving profession, I became a certified coach and equine-assisted coach from Lunion Formation in 2020 and from Horses and Coaching in 2021.
Hervé
Hervé
Always passionate about horses and supporting others, I've spent my life searching for a way to combine my two passions. I began my career as a riding instructor at the École Militaire in Paris in 1997, then in Le Mans. Driven by competition, I coached a pony rider all the way to the European Championships in 1999 (where I was the best French rider). Seeking to advance my career, I continued my training in Saumur. Earning my BEES 2nd degree (French State-Certified Equestrian Instructor Diploma) in 2000, I spent two years in England with Michel Assouline, an international dressage rider. With an entrepreneurial spirit, I imported the freelance model in 2003 to offer coaching services to riders in Brittany. For several years, I worked in other professional fields such as bereavement support, insurance, and sports. In 2019, I trained in personal development at Lunion Formation and became an instructor for the same school.
Program
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Laying the groundwork: observe, feel, connect
- Activity Horse riding course
- Duration of the activity 2h
- Accommodation Camping
- Breakfast not included
- Lunch included
- Dinner included
Arrival at 2 pm, settling in and exploring the premises. We take the time to introduce the horses, observe their temperaments, and consciously pair them up. This first half-day is dedicated to the foundations: groundwork, getting them moving, quality of presence, and clarity of requests.
You learn to read the subtle signals of the horse: ear position, neck tension, breathing, engagement. Through simple and precise exercises, we work on the correct distance, energy, and mutual respect. The goal is not performance, but establishing a common language.
The day concludes with an initial Equi Intui Coaching session: identifying your inner posture, your automatic responses, and your expectations. A sharing circle allows you to solidify your insights and set your intention for the stay.
Day 1 -
Rider posture and horse biomechanics
- Activity Horse riding course
- Duration of the activity 4h
- Accommodation Camping
- Breakfast included
- Lunch included
- Dinner included
The morning begins with a time for physical awakening: mobility, breathing, grounding. Correct riding begins with a ready body.
Individualized mounted work: balance, straightness, quality of transitions, pelvic stability, and independent use of aids. We refine the coherence between your intention and your movement. Understanding how the horse functions – locomotion, engagement, mental readiness – allows us to act with precision and lightness.
In the afternoon, we return to work on foot to reinforce communication: mobilizing shoulders and hips, connecting, and varying energy levels. An Equine Coaching session sheds light on your emotional responses to challenges and successes.
Day 2 -
Subtlety, freedom and confidence
- Activity Horse riding course
- Duration of the activity 4h
- Accommodation Camping
- 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 3 -
Context: nature and autonomy
- Activity Horse riding course
- Duration of the activity 4h
- Accommodation Camping
- 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 4 -
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 5
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
⛺️ Camping - Days 1 to 4
The yurts are shared between 1 and 5 people
Access
Departure
Les Cognets 22240 PLURIEN
Day 1
: 14h00
End of stay
Les Cognets 22240 PLURIEN
Day 5
- 17h00
The stay ends around 5:00 PM.
Go to the starting point
Take the train toGare de Lamballe
Lamballe train station is a 25-minute drive away.
Travel to the place of stay
with parking
available
Free, unsecured parking
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Price details
The price includes
- Personalized riding sessions (dressage, show jumping, cross-country, trail rides…)
- Walking and independent work 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
- 4 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
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The Marie team
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• 20 stays
Based in the heart of a Breton seaside resort, our local partner has specialized in equestrian activities for all ages for over 20 years. Their team of qualified, bilingual professionals offers high-quality instruction. Offering a relaxing, nature-filled experience, they provide beach rides, lessons, as well as training courses and holidays. Their expertise guarantees a unique experience, whether you're a beginner or looking to improve your skills.
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