Spring is finally here, and activity is picking up everywhere. I think we’re all feeling more alive and ready to expand our horizons this time of year. There is an abundance of opportunities to learn everything from animal massage to Shamanic healing in the next few months; this is the longest list of classes and workshops yet.
April is ASPCA’s Prevention of Animal Cruelty Month
May 2 – 8 is Be Kind to Animals Week
May 16 – 22 is National Dog Bite Prevention Week
And this one I have to mention because I would LOVE to attend (but I can’t):
May 22 – 5th Annual Loews Coronado Bay Resort Surf Dog Competition, Imperial Beach, CA. The proceeds will benefit the San Diego Police Department’s Canine Unit.
As always, if you know of an event that belongs on this list, please contact me and I will add it.
| ARIZONA |
April 17: Holistic Horse Day, Tucson, AZ
Learn the basics of muscle testing and how to communicate with your horse at Equine Voices Rescue & Sanctuary. Instructor: Anna Twinney.
April 18: Animal Communication Day, Tucson, AZ
Learn the basics of animal communication at Equine Voices Rescue & Sanctuary with instructor Anna Twinney.
April 23-24: Reiki I & II, Tucson, AZ
2-day Reiki certification class at Equine Voices Rescue & Sanctuary. Instructor Anna Twinney.
| CALIFORNIA |
April 10-11: Animal Communication Workshop, Manhattan Beach, CA
Introductory workshop where you learn the basics of animal communication. Instructor: Carol Gurney.
April 17-18: Reiki for Horses & Energy Medicine Workshop, Lompoc, CA
Learn Reiki (day 1 is a Reiki Level I certification class) and the basics of other energy and vibrational healing methods as well as applied kinesiology at Return to Freedom, American Wild Horse Sanctuary. Instructor: Cindy Rackley
May 8: Animal Communication, John Muir Hospital, Concord, CA
Beginner level half-day animal communication workshop with Barbara Martin.
May 29-30: Reiki I & Animal Reiki Training: The Basics, Santa Rosa, CA
Learn the basics of Reiki and how to use it on both humans and animals. The workshop is held at BrightHaven, a holistic care facility for senior and special needs animals (50% of the class fee is donated to them). Instructor: Kathleen Prasad
| COLORADO |
April 3 & 26, May 10 & 24: Intro to Working with Animals and Essential Oils, Kaeru Studio, Littleton, CO
One-day class where you learn the basics of essential oils and how to use them on animals. Also includes an intro to applied kinesiology.
April 11 & 18: Animal Massage Seminar, Lakewood, CO
Two-part canine massage seminar at Ted Terroux’s Canine College where you learn the basics of anatomy and small animal massage. Instructor: Lizanne Flynn of Animals View.
| FLORIDA |
April 16-18: Shamanism for Animals, New World Wellness, Kissimmee, FL
3-day workshop where you will learn about Shamanism and Shamanic healing; how to do a Shamanic journey; meet your animal healing Spirit team; connect with your power animal(s) (and learn to retrieve a power animal for someone else); experience an open-ended Shamanic healing for an animal; and journey into the afterlife for an animal. Instructor: Carla Meeske.
Note: Last day to sign up for this workshop is March 15
| HAWAII |
April 7-11: Reach Out To Horses, Kauai, HI
5-day natural horsemanship clinic with instructor Anna Twinney
May 16-18: Equine Touch Level I, Maui, HI
3-day clinic where you will learn the basics of Equine Touch.
| ILLINOIS |
April 9-11: Healing Touch for Animals Level 1, Chicago, IL
Two and half day workshop with dogs and horses where you will learn the basics of The Komitor Healing Method.
| INDIANA |
May 21-23: Introduction to Small Animal Acupressure – Elkhart, IN
Teaches you to perform a complete acupressure treatment protocol and gives you an understanding of the Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) concepts and theories underlying acupressure. Instructor: Kim Bauer from Tallgrass Animal Acupressure.
| MASSACHUSETTS |
May 2: Tellington TTouch Companion Animal Workshop, Worcester, MA
A one-day introduction to TTouch for Dogs and Cats at Bancroft School of Massage. Learn the basic bodywork, tools and movement exercises of Tellington TTouch. Bring your dog. Instructor: Leea Foran
| MARYLAND |
June 18-21: Equine Craniosacral Foundation Class, MD
A class designed to introduce a physiological and intuitive understanding of CranioSacral work with horses. Taught by Equine Craniosacral Workshops.
| MINNESOTA |
April 16-18: Healing Touch for Animals Level 1, Minneapolis, MN
Two and half day workshop with dogs and horses where you will learn the basics of The Komitor Healing Method.
| MISSISSIPPI |
May 15-16: Animal Communication Workshop, Hattiesburg, MS
Introductory workshop where you learn the basics of animal communication. Instructor: Carol Gurney.
| NEVADA |
April 24-25: Animal Communication Workshop, Carson City, NV
Introductory workshop where you learn the basics of animal communication. Instructor: Carol Gurney.
| NEW JERSEY |
April 25-27: Introduction to Equine or Small Animal Acupressure – Pittstown, NJ
Teaches you to perform a complete acupressure treatment protocol and gives you an understanding of the Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) concepts and theories underlying acupressure. Instructors: Amy Snow and Kim Bauer from Tallgrass Animal Acupressure.
| NEW YORK |
April 17-21: Tellington TTouch Companion Animal Foundation Training, NYC
5-day workshop (both for those interested in a TTouch career and those who just want to learn for their own personal knowledge) at the New York Open Center. Instructor: Edie Jane Eaton.
May 22-23: Animal Communication Workshop, Long Island, NY
Introductory workshop where you learn the basics of animal communication. Instructor: Carol Gurney.
| OHIO |
April 9-12: Canine Massage Level 1, Synergy Farm, Circleville, OH
4-day introductory canine massage workshop. Learn about canine anatomy, behavior, body language and several different massage techniques. Taught by Integrated Touch Therapy.
April 30 – May 2: Equine Myofascial Release Seminar, Midland, OH
3-day hands-on seminar at Happenstance Stables where you will learn the basics of Equine Myofascial Release. Instructor: Tamara Rapier.
May 1-2: Animal Communication, Synergy Farm, Circleville, OH
2-day animal communication workshop where you will learn the basics of animal communication. Instructor: Maggie Bunce.
May 3-8: Equine Massage Level 1, Synergy Farm, Circleville, OH
6-day introductory equine massage workshop where you will learn equine muscle anatomy, several different massage techniques, and general equine wellness. Taught by Integrated Touch Therapy.
| PENNSYLVANIA |
April 16-18: Healing Touch for Animals Level 1, Philadelphia, PA
Two and half day workshop with dogs and horses where you will learn the basics of The Komitor Healing Method.
April 30 – May 2: Healing Touch for Animals Level 1, Philadelphia, PA
Two and half day workshop with dogs and horses where you will learn the basics of The Komitor Healing Method.
| SOUTH CAROLINA |
May 16: Equine Massage 101 – Camden, SC
One-day seminar where you learn the basic principles of Equine Massage/Muscle Therapy. Instructor: Joyce Falese
| TEXAS |
April 10: Basic Animal Communication Workshop, Houston, TX
Learn the basics of animal communication at the Earth Sanctuary in Houston. Instructor: Allison Culver of The Lightfoot Way.
April 11: Reiki I For Animals, Houston, TX
Learn the basics of Reiki for animals and receive the level 1 attunement. Instructor: Kim Shotola of The Lightfoot Way.
April 17: Emotional Freedom Technique Workshop, Houston, TX
Learn how to use EFT on people and animals and through a surrogate. Instructor: Allison Culver of The Lightfoot Way.
April 18: Homeopathy & Introduction to Traditional Chinese Medicine Workshop, Houston, TX
This class will teach you the basics of TCM, how homeopathy works, how the remedies are created, and how to use them. Instructor: Kim Shotola of The Lightfoot Way.
April 18: Crystal & Color Therapy Workshop, Houston, TX
This class will teach you the history and benefits of crystals as well as handling them, use them on animals and make crystal essences. You will also learn about the healing properties of colors and how to use them with animals. Instructor: Kim Shotola of The Lightfoot Way.
May 23: Nutrition and Kinesiology Workshop, Houston, TX
Learn about proper nutrition and the basics of using kinesiology to determine proper nutrition, topical products and to determine if your pet is allergic to a certain food or product. Instructor: Allison Culver of The Lightfoot Way.
May 25-27: Equine Touch Level 1, San Marcos, TX
3-day clinic where you will learn the basics of Equine Touch. Instructor: Dr. Ivana Ruddock
| VIRGINIA |
April 30 – May 2: Healing Touch for Animals Level 1, Richmond, VA
Two and half day workshop with dogs and horses where you will learn the basics of The Komitor Healing Method.
| WASHINGTON |
May 21-23: Healing Touch for Animals Level 1, Olympia, WA
Two and half day workshop with dogs and horses where you will learn the basics of The Komitor Healing Method.
May 22-23: Camelidynamics Workshop, Kennewick, WA
2-day basic camelidynamics (TTeam-based bodywork method for camelids) clinic at Sandollar Alpacas in Kennewick. Instructor: Marty McGee Bennett
| WISCONSIN |
April 9-11: Introduction to Equine Acupressure, Monroe, WI
Teaches you to perform a complete acupressure treatment protocol and gives you an understanding of the Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) concepts and theories underlying acupressure. Instructor: Kathi Soukup from Tallgrass Animal Acupressure.
| CANADA |
BRITISH COLUMBIA
April 17-18: TTouch For You and Your Horse, Vernon, B.C.
Learn the basics of Tellington TTouch for use on your horse, dog or human family members. Instructors: Robyn Hood and Mandy Pretty
ONTARIO
April 6-9: Equi-Bow Level 1, Puslinch, ON
Learn the basics of Equi-Bow (a blend of Bowen, CranioSacral and Feldenkrais technique for horses). Instructors: Cheryl Gibson and Simone Usselman-Tod
April 10 & May 15: Info Session Days, Darcy Lane Institute, London, ON
Learn about a career in Equine Massage and get information about the program at Darcy Lane.
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