Being With: An Equine Mindfulness Retreat
Sun, Jul 27
|Olympia
Time & Location
Jul 27, 2025, 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM
Olympia, 6118 Maple Meadows Ln NE, Olympia, WA 98516, USA
Guests
About the event
Being-With: An Equine Mindfulness Retreat
Join us for a unique retreat designed for adults (18+) seeking to cultivate mindfulness, presence, and connection, both within yourself and with horses. This experience will be led by meditation instructor Atlas Tan, in collaboration with Co-Executive Directors Eleanor Larkin and Emma Taylor. During this time, you will be guided through grounding exercises, mindful observation, and intentional interactions with equines, helping you deepen self-awareness and inner stillness.
What to Expect:
Setting the Tone: Begin with introductions and a discussion on mindfulness in a peaceful setting away from the horses. Tune into your own energy before engaging with them.
Grounding the Senses: Through body awareness and quiet observation, explore what arises as you enter the horses’ space. Notice their energy, movements, and presence.
Mindful Grooming & Connection: Engage in hands-on interactions with the horses, practicing intentional touch and presence. Learn how mindful grooming fosters connection and…