You notice others’ needs before your own
You often sense what others need, but only become aware of your own needs when you are tired, irritated or disappointed.
Experiential self-awareness with horses for personal life and relationships
Recognise your needs, boundaries, automatic reactions and recurring patterns. Practical experience with a horse lets you practise standing up for yourself and building relationships where you can remain true to who you are.
Choose the right optionPerhaps you recognise yourself in this…
You adapt to keep the peace
You give in at the moment, but later regret not saying what you really wanted or what did not feel right.
Saying “no” without guilt is hard for you
You know your boundaries, but you worry about the other person’s reaction or feel the need to explain and justify your decision at length.
Some situations keep repeating in your relationships
Even though you already know what you want to do differently, in the moment the familiar automatic reaction takes over again.
Other people’s reactions make you doubt yourself
You easily start wondering whether you did something wrong or whether you have the right to stand by your decision.
You keep going back over situations in your mind
You spend a long time thinking about what you should have said or done differently. Instead of calm, more uncertainty and inner pressure arrive.
If you recognised yourself in at least one of these situations, an experience with a horse can help you understand what is happening inside you and what you need to start doing differently.
What you can develop through the experience with a horse
A horse responds to the way you act directly and without judgement. This helps you understand your reactions, notice what already works for you and try other ways of acting in practice.
Recognising and using your strengths
Working with a horse, you can notice qualities you already have – such as sensitivity, patience, calm, decisiveness or the ability to build trust. The horse’s response helps you see these strengths, accept them and use them more confidently in relationships and everyday life.
Awareness of your feelings and needsFirst you need to notice what is really happening inside you.
With a horse you learn to sense your feelings, body reactions and needs before they turn into tension, fatigue or a sharp reaction. This lets you respond more calmly in everyday situations and make decisions more in line with yourself.
Understanding your reactions and patternsOnce you understand your reaction, it no longer has to decide for you automatically.
In a real situation you can observe whether you tend to give in, push, control or wait for someone else’s approval. You get the chance to recognise your usual way of acting and try a different response that you can bring into your personal life and relationships.
Working with emotions and inner pressureEmotions are important information, but they do not have to drive your actions.
You learn to recognise the moment when tension, uncertainty or frustration starts to grow. With a horse you can try how to come back to yourself, adjust your energy and choose a way of acting that matches what you really want.
More trust in yourself and your decisionsYou do not need others’ approval to stand up for yourself.
The experience with a horse lets you see the effect of your decisions right in the situation. Step by step you confirm that you can take in feedback, adjust your approach and still keep trust in your own ability to decide.
Healthy boundaries without harshness or guiltBoundaries do not have to mean rejecting the other person.
With a horse you can practise defining your space and showing clearly what is and is not okay. You learn to be firm and clear without aggression, over-explaining or apologising for your boundaries.
More open and clearer communicationClarity can bring more calm into relationships.
A horse responds to whether your request is readable and your actions clear. This experience helps you say what you need, express disagreement without attacking and communicate so that the other person does not have to guess what is going on inside you.
Choose the format that suits you
All options offer a practical experience with a horse, space for your own self-discovery and a transfer of the principles you gain into everyday life. They differ in the length of the programme and the scope of services included.
One-day group experience
One day of self-discovery with horses
For those who prefer an intensive one-day format and want to gain practical experience, deeper self-knowledge and concrete principles they can use in everyday life.
Capacity: max. 7 participants
Included in the price
- a full-day programme,
- a small group of max. 7 participants,
- a practical experience with a horse from the ground,
- short theoretical inputs and guided reflection,
- individual space and feedback,
- your own workbook,
- coffee, tea, water and light refreshments,
- a shared online reflection meeting 14 days later.
Accommodation and main meals are not included in the price. Each participant arranges them individually.
2-day stay with accommodation and meals
Two days of self-discovery with horses
For those who want more time for their own experience, deeper work on their topic and the comfort of a two-day stay with accommodation and meals.
Capacity: max. 5 participants
Included in the price
- the programme on Friday and Saturday,
- a small group of max. 5 participants,
- more space for your own experience and individual feedback,
- a practical experience with a horse from the ground,
- short theoretical inputs and guided reflection,
- one night in a hotel,
- meals provided throughout the stay,
- coffee, tea, water and light refreshments,
- your own workbook,
- a shared online reflection meeting 14 days later.
14,900 CZK
The price is per participant and includes the whole two-day programme, one hotel night, meals, a workbook and the shared online reflection meeting.
I am interested in the two-day experience3-day stay with accommodation and meals
Three days of self-discovery with horses
For those who want the most time for their own experience, a deep dive into their topic and personal support after the retreat.
Capacity: max. 5 participants
Included in the price
- the programme from Friday 10:00 to Sunday 15:00,
- a small group of max. 5 participants,
- the most space for your own experience and individual feedback,
- a practical experience with a horse from the ground,
- short theoretical inputs and guided reflection,
- two nights in a hotel,
- full board throughout the stay,
- coffee, tea, water and light refreshments,
- your own workbook,
- a shared online reflection meeting 14 days later,
- an individual 45-minute online consultation after the retreat.
19,900 CZK
The price is per participant and includes the whole three-day programme, two hotel nights, full board, a workbook, the shared online meeting and an individual consultation.
I am interested in the three-day retreatWho the experience is for
The experience is for you if:
- you want to understand yourself, your reactions and relationships better,
- you are looking for practical experience, not more theory,
- you are open to feedback and a new perspective,
- you want to keep using the principles after the programme.
The experience is not for you if:
- you expect therapy or treatment of mental health difficulties,
- you want to stay in the role of a listener only,
- you expect mainly the people around you to change,
- you are looking for a quick fix without your own involvement.
Practical information
Applies to all options
- Horse experience
- not needed
- Suitable for
- complete beginners
- Format
- groundwork with a horse, no riding
The practical part takes place outdoors in all weather. Please bring suitable clothing, a waterproof layer if needed, and sturdy closed shoes.
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A Christmas gift
Give an experience with horses
Every session – individual 1:1 as well as the group programmes – can be given as a gift voucher. Perfect under the Christmas tree or for a birthday.
How to get a voucher? Write to jsem@martinaprazakova.cz and we will arrange everything together.
Ask about a gift voucherYou may be wondering
No. All work is ground-based, with no riding and no previous horse experience required. I guide you through each step.
A natural respect for horses is fine. We begin with the setting, safety and how we work. I will not pressure you to take part in any activity.
No. It is a developmental and educational experience focused on self-awareness, communication, decisions and your responses. It does not replace psychotherapy or professional healthcare.
Yes. Practical work takes place outdoors in all weather. Indoor facilities are available for theory and reflection. You receive clothing and footwear guidance in advance.
Yes. Individual work can focus on a conversation, decision, boundary, work situation or another area where you want to understand your reactions and practise a different approach.
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