With Yourself
Meeting yourself: "I have myself", "You are allowed", "You can". To embrace yourself with attention.
Alogo School of Happy Horses · Cyprus
Embrace of the Elements
Five days of meditation with 18 free horses. Earth, Air, Water, Fire and Love — each element teaches a new way to embrace.
Horses teach you how to embrace Yourself and the World
I will lead you to your own self through interaction with free horses.
A looking-glass world: theory and practice with the horses within the herd and at liberty. Each day belongs to one element — and each element returns the body to the here and now, to full attention and focus.
Venue: Alexandros Stables, Pissouri
A horse retreat in Cyprus
Day by day
Five days — five elements
Theory and practice with horses within the herd and at liberty
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Day 1
The Element of Earth
To be here and now, in full attention and focus.
- Body practices and the contact of footsteps
- Tactile contact: touch, contact, embraces, firm embraces
- Dialogues and embraces with trees and plants
- Walks with the horses
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Day 2
The Element of Air
Breathing practices.
- Embraced by the wind, and awareness of the breath
- The tool of slowing down and speeding up in unison with a horse
- Weeping practices: "All is well now"
- Take a deep breath — BREATHE
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Day 3
The Element of Water
Practices of flow.
- The embrace of the sea of abundance
- Embraces with singing
- The energy and temperature of currents
- Flow with the horses — running alongside and on walks
- Dancing in the flow with a horse
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Day 4
The Element of Fire
Emotional practices.
- Fire in games with the horses
- The practice of laughter
- Jumping and provocation
- A horse-style disco
- Creativity with the horses
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Day 5
The Element of Love
Relaxation practices with the horses, for the state of "PARADISE".
- A silence in which nothing needs to be proved
- Three embraces: with Yourself, with You, with the World
The Element of Love
Three embraces
With You
To listen to another person from a state of Love and Embrace: what they say, what they think, what they feel.
With the World
To be aware of every element passing through you right now and giving you energy. Take it!
Cyprus
Who it's for
Who this retreat suits
- Those living in a rush who have forgotten how to be in the here and now
- Those missing simple bodily warmth — touch and embraces
- Those who want to restore contact with their body, breath and emotions
- Those who love nature and animals and long for silence far from the city
- Those looking for support within themselves rather than outside
- Those who want to hear themselves and others from love rather than anxiety
Who it is not for
- Those expecting an equestrian programme and riding — this retreat is about state, not sport
- Those seeking a loud entertainment trip rather than silence and restoration
- Those not ready for body practices and live contact with horses
Led by
Julia Khudyakova
Founder of the Alogo School of Happy Horses
Coach, mentor, ippovent and trainer for people. She works through the language of body, the language of energy and the control of state — to guide thoughts, emotions, fears and reality by the Laws of Nature. She has given over 1,000 personal consultations and rehabilitated wild, aggressive and dominant horses. A shaman and a guide to the state of "PARADISE" through unity with the elements of Nature and the Herd of Life.
Author of
- "The Way to a Horse's Heart"
- "A Phrasebook of Horse"
- "The Magic of Joining Up"
- "Motivating the Horse"
- "How to Raise a Stallion"
- "23 Ways to Teach a Horse to Rear"
- "God or Boss"
Taking part
Price
Retreat participant
1,750 € for 5 days
- A conversation with Julia Khudyakova before joining the group
- 5 days, 6–8 hours each
- A small group — 4 people maximum
- Practice within the herd with teacher-horses
Accommodation and flights are paid separately — we will help with recommendations near the stables.
Frequently asked questions
Do I need experience with horses?
No. All practices are gentle and accessible without experience: the horses are prepared and socialised, and you are with Julia throughout.
Is it ridden?
No. The whole retreat takes place at liberty and beside the horses — riding is not required.
What are the "elements" in the programme?
Five days, five states: Earth gives you ground, Air the breath, Water the flow, Fire emotion and laughter, Love relaxation. Each element unfolds through practice with the horses.
How many people are in a group?
Four people maximum. The group is deliberately small so everyone gets their own time within the herd. A conversation with Julia Khudyakova precedes enrolment.
How long is each day?
6–8 hours of practice, five days in a row.
Where is it held, and where do I stay?
Alexandros Stables, Pissouri, Cyprus. We will help with recommendations for nearby accommodation.
What language?
Russian; translation on request.
What should I bring?
Comfortable closed shoes and weather-appropriate clothing, a hat, water and a swimsuit — some practices take place by the water.
Ready to embrace the elements?
Once you submit the form, Julia Khudyakova or a representative of the Alogo School will contact you to discuss the details.
Apply to take partNot sure which format to choose? Write your request — we will guide you.
WhatsApp: +357 99 269 569 · info@happyalogo.com