Horse Medicine meets Movement Medicine & Dance

There is a different kind of learning that happens when we slow down enough to listen.

This immersion brings together Equine Assisted Therapy, natural mindfulness and Movement Medicine-inspired dance, guided by a generous herd and experienced facilitators who prioritise safety, consent and ethical care.

Rather than striving for growth as an outcome, this space invites something more subtle. A return to presence. A softening into awareness. A willingness to meet each moment as it is.

What to expect

The day unfolds at a spacious and grounded pace, allowing time for integration and embodied experience.

You’ll be guided through:

• Gentle, trauma-informed interactions with horses
• Movement Medicine-inspired practices for authentic expression
• Mindfulness and non-verbal awareness exercises
• Reflective moments to anchor insight into daily life
• A supportive, small-group environment

This is a space where listening becomes the practice. To the body. To the land. To the quiet intelligence of the herd.

The heart of the experience

The journey is inspired by the 21 Gratitudes from Movement Medicine, reimagined through equine work and experiential learning.

Each element becomes a living inquiry. From grounding and presence, to courage, compassion and connection. These are not ideas to understand, but qualities to embody and return to in everyday life.

Who this is for

This experience may resonate with:

• Those drawn to mindfulness, nature and embodied practice
• Individuals seeking a deeper, slower connection to themselves
• Horse lovers and those curious about equine-assisted work
• Anyone wanting to cultivate presence, resilience and awareness in a practical way

No prior experience is needed.

What’s included

• Facilitated equine experiences
• Movement Medicine-inspired sessions
• Mindfulness practices and guided reflection
• A small, intentionally held group
• Practical tools for integration beyond the day

Facilitators

Cornelia Scholtz
Cornelia works with Equine Assisted Experiential Learning and holistic approaches to support awareness, resilience and healing. Her work integrates CBT, mindfulness, somatic practices and gentle presence to deepen connection between human and horse.

Anja Bock
Anja is a Movement Medicine teacher and facilitator who brings together dance, healing arts and a deep reverence for the Earth. Her work is grounded, heart-led and rooted in connection across people, land and life.

The setting

The farm offers an off-grid experience where both horses and humans live closely with natural cycles.

Across 150 hectares of wild space, horses move freely through riverine landscapes, thicket and open veld, held within an environment that prioritises their wellbeing, autonomy and natural rhythms.

Practical notes

• Secure parking available
• Access via dirt roads (vehicles with some clearance recommended)
• Small group size (limited to 6 participants)