Horse Wisdom Yoga

I completed the Big Red Barn's Reiki Level 1 training and walked away with so much more then a certificate. Fotini's attention to detail made for a unique experience that was empowering, liberating, harmonizing and enlightening on so many levels. There were so many elements to the day that made this class above and beyond any reiki training you could receive anywhere else! From the materials provided, the sharing circles, horse teachings, guided meditation, nutritious and delicious food, to the welcoming, tranquil atmosphere of the land and wellness barn. It all added up to a nurturing and transformative experience that is truly priceless. I also completed the Equine Reiki and Animal Communication Foundations course and it was very interesting, informative and intriguing. I learned so much from Fotini, our horse teachers and the other animals that showed up to share their messages with us. It was a truly magical weekend! Each day included a guided meditation, time for sharing, reflection and creative expression. I enjoyed connecting with our group both horses and human. My favourite part of the whole experience was our meditation with our horse teacher Malachi. As we connected as a group the energy was so intense, healing and transformative. One of my greatest takeaways was learning about honouring and giving choice. One of the lessons our horse teachers communicated was about having no agenda or expectations and that going with the flow is letting go and just allowing everything to unfold. These teachings reminded me to be kind to myself and honour how I was feeling. It also helped me to practice remaining open which in turn helped me to tap into my awareness and tune into the communication happening all around me. Fotini provided us with lots of resources so that we can continue growing in our practice and deepen our understanding of this amazing work. This course was the perfect foundation for me as I begin my journey into the field of Equine Assisted Learning. Fotini creates a close connection with her clients and I immediately felt at ease and comfortable with the groups of people I trained with. Fotini's passion and dedication to her work is beyond inspiring! I'm grateful I found her and I look forward to working with her again. I highly recommend The Big Red Barn and Wellness Centre and support all the amazing work they do.

Approaching the horses for the first time was very calming . No stressful thoughts. No anxious behaviour. Just being around them gave me a sense of warmth, confidence and security. Most trustworthy experience ever, all my senses and awareness were heightened. This is the best healing encounter you will ever experience no matter what your intentions are for experiencing the horse wisdom offered by these amazing beings. Fotini and Kevin are incredibly warm and welcoming. You can feel their passion for the land, the horses and their clients. Fotini's many years of training and expertise really show in her facilitation skills with the horses. I would highly recommend!

Fotini has been an incredible support in my journey of personal empowerment. She and her horses have many valuable teachings and I am truly grateful for her authenticity and the herds powerful messages.

Yet again today, a session with Fotini and The Herd was EVERYTHING. Each session has elevated me and facilitated profound emotional, mental and physical transformation. From the heart,through the heart, heart to heart. The Horses asTeacher and Fotini are the best “therapy” I can imagine-gentle, respectful and amazingly profound. Pure joy. I’ve recently also joined with Fotini in Reiki- she is unbelievably intuitive and attuned. Gift yourself please with the magical of this beautiful, loving and transformative environment and learning experience. You’ll find yourself. You’ll find love.

Fotini's many years of experience with horses and the arts of yoga and meditation are beyond one's expectations. Fotini has been my yoga mentor for the past year and her skills, passion and dedication offer me the confidence and security needed to build my self esteem and release stresses and anxieties of my day to day routine. Once introducing the horses into our yoga routine, Fotini facilitated an experience that cannot be described in words. The horses were gentle and provided an warm and calm environment. Their hypnotic breathing enlightened my yoga experience entrusting myself to them and Fotini completely. I would highly recommend Fotini's enlightened services to everyone, as we all encounter bumps in our journey in life and need to take time to bring us back to center.