Bond With Your Horse
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Bond With Your Horse |
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Come and stay with us here in lovely South West France and join one of Jo's courses or have individual 1-to-1 tuition.
This is a beautiful rural area, with horses everywhere, as it is a very popular area for Endurance riding and therefore many of the top class International French riders are based here.
For those non-horsey moments there are many other activities including many vineyards, markets and Chateaux to visit.¨
MRILC Approved Courses:
INTRODUCTORY CERTIFICATION | JOIN-UP® | LONG LINING
Please note the following courses can be arranged for a date to suit you, if you can organise a minimum of 3 people to attend the course.
The Introductory Course is the first step to gain an in-depth understanding
of Monty’s concepts. Students from various equine backgrounds are welcome to
take part, as there are no prerequisites.
The Introductory Course is designed to provide you with a well-rounded knowledge
in general horsemanship in the basics of horse performance, breeding, feeding
and nutrition, with a strong emphasis on horse psychology. As the foundation of
Monty’s work and a prerequisite for the Advanced Course, you will learn the
method of Join-Up® as it relates to various environments. You will have the
opportunity to build your skills in Dually™ halter work, long lining, herding
exercises and loading.
The training begins with two weeks of hands-on experience as well as theories in
horse psychology. Following this you will return home to complete several
months of distance learning modules and field study (submitted via videotape
every other month). It is during the field study period that you learn about
horse performance, breeding, feeding and nutrition through a distance-learning
program. Then you will return for practical and written exams, at the successful
completion of which you will graduate from the Introductory Program.
Graduates of the Introductory Course are offered the opportunity to continue
their education by completing the Advanced Course in the US and, upon personal
selection by Monty, the Instructors’ Internship. Only Certified Instructors are
able to teach, demonstrate and advertise their services for monetary gain.
Course hours: Mon - Fri 9am - 4.30pm Lunch: 12- 1.30pm
Cost: 1000 euros Exam Price: 500 euros Max participants: 5 Horses are provided for this course but your own horse is also welcome (livery charges apply).
It is also possible to take the Introductory course in modular form by
undertaking the following courses, in this order: Join-Up Clinic (4 days),
Long Lining (2 days) and the 2nd week of the Introductory course (5 days - 500
euros).
Course hours: 9am - 4pm Lunch: 12- 1.30pm Cost: 500 euros Max participants: 5 Children welcome if accompanied by a parent/guardian at all times. Horses are provided for this course but your own horse is also welcome (livery charges apply).
The Join-Up® course is a four-day introduction to the language of 'Equus' and offers you a solid understanding of the signs and reciprocal gestures of the language of horses. Over the four days you will discover the importance of body language, breathing, spatial awareness and the effect of your intentions when in the presence of a horse. Beginning to understand and create a trust-based relationship with your horse will provide a valuable foundation for any equine discipline.
You will learn Monty's concepts through demonstrations, discussions, video and practical hands-on exercises and round pen work. As a student you will be familiarized with the first steps of Monty's Join-Up® process, which teaches humans to communicate with horses using their natural body language.
During the summer months the theory part of this course will be during the afternoons with practical sessions in the mornings, to avoid being outside in the heat of the day.
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Horse Psychology Theory |
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DAY 2
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Horse Psychology Theory (cont) |
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DAY 3
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Horse Psychology Theory
(cont)
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DAY 4
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Course hours: 9.30- 4pm Lunch: 12.30- 2pm Cost: 145 euros Max participants: 5 Children welcome if accompanied by a parent/guardian at all times. Horses are provided for this course but your own horse is also welcome.
Effective long-lining will bring your horse into balance, enhance their outline, and prepare them both physically and psychologically for further learning. This unique, easy to learn technique combines Monty's Join-Up® communication concepts with the effectiveness of long lining. These three days are designed to provide any horse advocate or owner with the knowledge of why double line training is so valuable and the practical tools to apply this knowledge.
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DAY 1
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Long Lining Introduction (discussion) |
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DAY 2
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Long lining: In the round pen with a variety of
horses: practical session |
Booking:
If possible please contact Jo by email to book your course. Please include all your details, the course that interests you, if you will be bringing a horse (please see livery charges), if you require accommodation and the dates of your visit. Jo will then send you a booking form to complete and post to her, with your deposit, to secure your place on the course.
Booking Policy:
25% deposit required on booking to secure your place. This
deposit is non-refundable.
The balance of payment is required 4 weeks prior to your course.
Cancellation Policy:
Our cancellation charges are as follows:
More than 4 weeks prior to the course: deposit only
Within 4 weeks of the course: 100%
Payment: cash, cheques and bank transfers are accepted. We cannot accept debit or credit cards.
Please note that it is possible to pay in Sterling. Sterling prices are the same as are shown in Euros. (This allows for the administration costs of handling sterling).
Holiday Insurance:
We strongly advise all customers to protect themselves by taking out fully comprehensive travel insurance. Under the terms of this booking you are required to have suitable travel insurance giving cover that must include the costs of medical treatment and repatriation in the event of a serious injury or illness.
Accommodation:
We offer Room only accommodation here with us in Perville. We have 3 double rooms. You are more than welcome to use all our facilities including the kitchen, if you wish to cook your own meals. The area has many restaurants if you prefer to eat out. The lunch menus at the cafés are generally excellent value, with a simple 3 course meal costing around 12 euros.
Cost: 25 euros for 1 person in a room, 35 euros for 2 people sharing (double bed) per night.
Room 1 - Double room with ensuite bathroom.
Rooms 2 and 3 - Large Double rooms with spacious shared bathroom
Rent a Gite
Gite accommodation: There are many Gites to rent in the area. There is a gite available in Perville with a lovely French family, who have horses and are happy to organise carriage rides around the area if you are interested. The owners only speak French but Jo is happy to help you make a booking.
http://www.a-gites.com/annonce-12322.html
Hotels
There are many hotels in the area including:
Campanile, Agen : good basic accommodation
http://www.campanile-agen.fr/en/index.aspx
Chateau de Goudourville: stay in an 11th century Chateau. The restaurant serves authentic medieval style food.
http://pagesperso-orange.fr/goudourville/
Aubergade, Puymirol: A dream hotel, including a 3 star michelin restaurant. This is in our neighbouring village.
Location:
We are based in the tiny hamlet of Perville in South West France. Please refer to the Location tab for full details and directions.
Airports:
Toulouse: 1 hour
Bergerac: 1.5 hours
Bordeaux: 2 hours
Carcassonne: 2.5 hours
Train Stations:
Agen: 30 mins
Car Hire:
We would recommend that you hire a car. We are based in a rural location and to truly make the most of your stay you will need a car.