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A workshop to help improve mindful presence and increase your horse’s comfort. During this 2–3 hour hands-on-horse workshop with Katrina Hays, you will practice self-awareness and mindful presence exercises, learn “horse mirroring,” and deepen your awareness of how horses communicate discomfort, ease, release, and relaxation. Building on this, you will take a quick pass through “The Horse Nervous System 101.” You will then be introduced to the Masterson Method® form of equine bodywork and learn the Masterson Method Bladder Meridian Technique. The workshop will conclude with participants working with members of the CHOICE herd to practice mindful presence with horses and give the gift of ease to their equine partners.

Sunday, March 12 | (1-4p) | CHOICE Campus in Bend, OR

$40 per person | If cost is an obstacle, please reach out to Katrina directly, email

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Facilitated by Katrina Hays, a Masterson Method Certified Practitioner and owner of VIA Equine Bodywork. Katrina lives, writes, and rides in Bend, Oregon and can be reached for further info at katrina@VIAequinebodywork.com.

- This course is appropriate for ages 15 – 120. 

- Prepare to dress very warmly, as we will be working outside. Bring snacks and warm drinks. 

- Let the instructor know if you have special needs. 

- This is a hands-on-horses course, and the instructor may need to touch your hands to help improve your quality of touch. If you are uncomfortable with this, please let her know in advance.

- This course is put on by CHOICE Tribe LLC and held at the CHOICE Tribe Campus in Bend, Oregon. Site address and event details will be sent upon receipt of particpant registration in a confirmation email.