m.S.O.A.R. for Equestrians April 18 - May 9, 2023 (virtual)
Is this a big year for you in the show pen? Perhaps you’re entering an intense training regimen for an upcoming event … does any of the following apply to you?
Do you feel elevated stress or scatter brained before entering the ring?
Have you forgotten or do you worry about forgetting your pattern?
Is your mind caught up worrying about how everyone else looks and feels and if they’re better than you?
Does your confidence go out the window when you see someone else?
Do you lack confidence in your riding abilities (for whatever reason)
Interested in cultivating “ninja-like” mental agility
Have noticed remnants of COVID times induced-cognitive fog
Feel like your focus is at times scattered, costing you in terms of efficiency and accomplishment
Get easily pre-occupied, stuck in rumination with worries and concerns
If any of the above resonates with you and you’d like to regain control being able to perform well under pressure keep reading.
m.S.O.A.R. for Equestrians is a four-week mindfulness-meditation program designed for equestrians who are looking to perform under pressure, strengthen attentional skillfulness in guarding against negative affects of high demand / stress on attention, performance and personal well-being. In this program, you will be supported in deliberately training the three attentional neural-networks of the brain utilizing the science, wisdom and tradition of mindfulness meditation.
Why is this relevant for Equestrians in highly demanding events ?
This is a “clinic” for your mind. Attention is a powerful mental capacity, essential for optimal performance, yet extremely fragile in times of stress. It is also trainable. Here is an opportunity to learn and grow within a supportive group. According to research by Dr. Amishi Jha, twelve minutes of mindfulness training can shift the functioning of attentional networks of the brain for improved mental performance and mindfulness. Whether you already have a practice of mindfulness or are new to it, here’s an opportunity to raise your game with others.
Mental training goals with m.S.O.A.R. for Equestrians
Increased ability to “pay attention and be present” - take the reins of your mind
Learn to observe and monitor your own mind
Increased mental agility and flexibility
Develop your "wait a minute moment" for less reactivity and more "responding-ability"
Reducing mental time travel for less worry, and more creativity
Enhance perspective taking
Deepen neural networks for better social connection
What to expect?
8 hours of foundational mindfulness meditation training
Spaced over four weeks
2.5 hour introduction, 2 – 1.5 hour sessions, and a 2 hour wrap-up
Guidance and practical support for developing and maintaining daily practice
Workbook with all the information you need to get started
Mindfulness meditation recordings that coincide with this program
Attention tracking reflections so that you can SOAR higher in the mental, emotional and social aspects of your Equestrian endeavours.
Tuesday April 18 - 6:30-9:00 pm
Tuesday April 25 - 6:30 - 8:00 pm
Tuesday May 2 - 12:00 - 1:30 pm
Tuesday May 9 - 12:00 - 2:00 pm
Once you’ve paid for your program - click here to fill out intake form, thank you.