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Equisol Retreats with Franlin Levinson


“Beyond Natural Horsemanship
with Franklin Levinson”

May 24-31, 2015
Hosted at Finca Austria,,
Nosara, Costa Rica

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Horse Back Riding

Successful training through compassion, wisdom, skill and trust! Many humans seem to believe they need to dominate a horse because it is bigger and stronger. They seem to overlook elements of a horse's psychology that make this animal always seeking to feel safe. Understanding that fear is a huge factor in the life of a horse and that trusting it is safe is even more important can help humans become more successful as trainers, riders and with any shared activity with a horse. Learning how to recognize efforts by the horse to comply with our requests and rewarding their effort is extremely beneficial. This is positive reinforcement and is the most effective training principle known. When we accept that resistance from a horse is a response of fear, our approach might be more compassionate and we might not seek to punish the animal for what we judge as disobedience.

 

What To Look Forward To

  • You'll be paired with one of Equisol’s amazing horses for the week.
  • Learn groundwork & riding skills that build trust and confidence between horse and rider and take you well Beyond Natural Horsemanship
  • Enjoy trail rides & swimming with your horse in the river, waterfall or ocean
  • Enjoy daily outdoor yoga classes & meditation to improve focus, balance, flexibility, strength & body awareness
  • Enjoy delicious & healthy meals plus snacks & refreshments throughout the day & two dinner outings to great local restaurants
  • Relax in the evenings under the stars at our outside lounge decks overlooking infinity pools, the ocean & jungle below
  • Enjoy one 60-minute holistic massage with our amazing massage therapist
  • Transportation to/from the Liberia airport as well as in-town shuttling
  • Optional booking of outside activities such as surfing, kayaking or zip lining
  • Meet new, like-minded friends and create memories that last a lifetime

 

REGISTRATION

$2650-3250 PER PERSON (varies depending on room selection) ~ Includes seven nights of accommodation at Finca Austria, meals, daily yoga classes, the Beyond Natural Horsemanship program & a 60-minute massage). A $750 deposit is required to reserve your space.

Please visit our website at www.equisolretreats.com for further details, answers to frequently asked questions and to make a retreat deposit today. You can email us at info@equisolretreats.com or call us at 949-209-8755 (U.S. phone number).

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Accommodations

FINCA AUSTRIA -Finca Austria is a beautiful 150-acre ranch in the hills of Nosara. There are two villas (Casa Colibri & Villa Mariposa) with breathtaking views of the ocean, sunset, river and jungle below. The property features stables and pastures for the horses, endless riding trails, waterfalls, basketball & tennis courts, an outdoor yoga space and so much more.

The prices below are per person and include the Beyond Natural Horsemanship program, accommodations, meals, etc. PLEASE INDICATE YOUR FIRST CHOICE OF ACCOMMODATIONS AND WHETHER YOU ARE TRAVELING WITH A PARTNER WHEN PAYING YOUR DEPOSIT. We will assign rooms to individuals in the order received and match guests with roommates if they are staying in shared rooms. If your first choice is not available we will contact you to suggest a similar room.

There are two villas at Finca Austria, Casa Colibri and Villa Mariposa.


VILLA MARIPOSA

Infinity pool, beautiful common areas with day-beds & hammocks, roof-top terrace,
A/C in all rooms, wifi, kitchen and laundry facilities

Villa MariposaVilla Mariposa

 

Master Bedroom

Master Bedroom

Large room with private bath (1 king, 1 single bed). Double occupancy.

$2,850 king bed; $2,750 single bed

Master BedroomBedroom 1

Private room with shared bath (1 king, 1 single bed). Double occupancy.

$2,850 king bed; $2,750 single bed

Master Bedroom

Bedroom 2

Private room with shared bath (rooms 1 & 2 share the bath). One double bed, single or double occupancy.

$2,850 double bed

Master Bedroom

Bedroom 3

Smaller private room with shared bath (room 3 & 4 share the bath). One double bed, single or double occupancy.

$2,850 double bed

Master Bedroom

Bedroom 4

Smaller private room with shared bath (rooms 3 & 4 share the bath.) One single bed, single occupancy.

$2,650 single bed


 


CASA COLIBRI

Thirty-meter infinity pool & pool bar, expansive common areas with day-beds, kitchen, A/C in all rooms, wifi, kitchen and laundry facilities.


Villa MariposaVilla Mariposa

 

Master Bedroom

Family Suite

Large ocean-view room with private terrace and private bath (1 king, 2 single beds). Double or triple occupancy.

$2,900 king bed; $2,800 single bed (2)


Master BedroomHoneymoon Suite

Large ocean-view room with two private terraces, outdoor tub & shower plus full private indoor bath (1 cal king). Single or double occupancy.

$3,250 king bed


Master Bedroom

Downstairs Bedroom 1

Beautiful room with two single beds and a private bath. Double occupancy.

$2,850 single bed (2)

 

 

REGISTRATION

$2650-3250 PER PERSON (varies depending on room selection) ~ Includes seven nights of accommodation at Finca Austria, meals, daily yoga classes, the Beyond Natural Horsemanship program & a 60-minute massage). A $750 deposit is required to reserve your space.

Please visit our website at www.equisolretreats.com for further details, answers to frequently asked questions and to make a retreat deposit today. You can email us at info@equisolretreats.com or call us at 949-209-8755 (U.S. phone number).

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