For students outside the Netherlands, or in the Netherlands but unable to travel to the Academy regularly. Learn the Human & Horse Method in English with online support, in combination with lessons online or live at our Academy. Suitable for every horse lover who wants to learn and grow with their horse.
A complete course to build your foundation as the personal trainer and cheerleader of your horse. Become one of the first certified Human & Horse trainers and instructors outside the Netherlands.
We offer a personalised programme that fits your learning style and abilities. Choose to take the course online, or come to the Academy for private lessons with your own horse or ours.
As a student and certified instructor you are part of Human & Horse Academy. You share your knowledge with your own students and grow the philosophy of Human & Horse worldwide.
Most international students combine the online programme with a visit to the Academy. Private lessons and clinics abroad are arranged in consultation with Greetje and her teachers.
Become a qualified Human & Horse trainer and instructor from your own country. The English home study is your foundation, supported by live webinars, video feedback on your training and a few live training days at the Academy in the Netherlands.
For students who want to travel to the Academy for lessons and tailor-made programmes. We coordinate with Greetje and her teachers to adjust your training schedule. You can stay overnight at our hotel and we can help you with transport and other accommodation matters.
Human & Horse Academy has regularly organised clinics and events around the world in the past years. If you want to organise a clinic or event in your country, contact us for the possibilities.
Discover the friendly training needed to teach human-horse communication with care, confidence and love. When the human-horse connection is made with heart, it leads to a harmonious, fulfilling and joyful journey with your horse.
Payment in instalments is possible after consultation. If you already own the home study, you deduct that amount.
Online educational videos, the printed study book (shipped worldwide from the Netherlands) and a detailed workbook. If you already own the home study, this amount is deducted.
Theory and Q&A sessions spread across the course. They are recorded, so you can watch them later if you cannot attend live.
Submit training videos of you and your horse during your course period and receive personal feedback from the teachers.
A few practical training days in Kootwijkerbroek, the Netherlands, with your own horse or one of our school ponies and horses.
The Human & Horse Community supports you and connects you with fellow students and certified trainers worldwide.
After the theory exam, a video of you teaching groundwork and your report you receive a participation certificate. After your first audition (groundwork) you are a certified Human & Horse trainer and instructor.
Send us a message with where you live, your horse and what you want to achieve. Greetje loves to learn more about your dream and we encourage you to reach out before you enrol. A personal phone call can be scheduled by email.
You begin with the online home study and study materials, giving you time to go deeply into the philosophy and training methods of Human & Horse. Count on at least 6 months to grasp the basics.
The practical programme is a mix of online sessions, video feedback and live training days at the Academy. We tailor the schedule to you, in consultation with the teachers.
You decide when you are ready for your theory exam and report. After that you progress at your own pace towards auditions with your pony or horse: groundwork first, then lunging, work in hand, riding and liberty groundwork if you wish.
Greetje and Ellen teach the method, Liska covers guasha and bodywork, and Pascaline is your first point of contact for planning, travel and questions.
Developed the Human & Horse Method and was the first to translate guasha therapy to horses. Teaches in year 1, guasha and year 2.
Physiotherapist, guasha therapist for humans and animals and animal osteopath. Shaped the guasha training in 2017.
Completed the training with her PRE gelding Zingaro and is a guasha therapist and veterinary naturopathic therapist.
Came to the Academy in 2019 with her horse Ella in rehabilitation. Your first point of contact for questions about signing up and scheduling.
Hello everyone, my name is Sabine Luttik and I also started the Human & Horse instructor training course from Greetje Arends-Hakvoort 2 years ago. Apart from the wonderful development I have experienced for myself and my horses, you also come into an environment where you feel disconnected from everything that is going on outside the grounds. You are really disconnected from everything and you are in a positive atmosphere, which promotes learning this beautiful, pleasant and sustainable form of training. During our training, Greetje launched her beautiful self-written study book; it was really too beautiful for words. I have recently joined the online platform and I am really blown away by how beautifully it is set up. This again portrays the passion and love for the horse and you are completely absorbed in the pleasant atmosphere. What I also find valuable is that because of the different levels and breeds of the horses that are used, you can also see what you might encounter with your own horse at home and what you can do to sort this out. This platform is a gift for you and your horse!
Almost 3 years ago my horse Zodiak and I started with our education at the Human & Horse academy. This was the best decision I’ve made for the both of us. We’ve learned so much and really are more connected than ever. 🤓During the classes with Greetje there’s a really positive vibe and she makes you feel comfortable, therefore you and your horse can be at your best. 📙Besides the classes, we also use a studybook which on its own is a piece of art! The book is very pleasant to read which is improved by the fact that there are a lot of helpful pictures in it. I use the book a lot, if I want to study for example some particular things about the education or the physique of my horse. 📱Now there is also the platform which I use. Watching the videos of Greetje with her different kind of horses is very interesting. The videos are a good example of what you and your horse can learn together. I started by watching some videos about a certain topic and then I take my phone with me while I am training my horse so I can put the theory into practice! ☺️ We have finished our study at the academy last year but we are still connected with The Human an Horse Academy by following the masterclasses. Over the years we have learned so much and we have grown a lot. I know for sure I am a better friend and trainer for my horse and therefore a better trainer for my own students!
If you have the opportunity to take this great course... Do it! ☀️ Both the online platform and the 10-day training with Greetje & Arien & Jolie on location are highly recommended. You can be who you are, your horse can be who he/she is, no judgments, there is no such thing as a mistake. Step by step at your own pace, you get closer and closer and then you feel that overwhelming feeling of connection again and again! Wow 🙏🏼 That feeling gives you so much love and happiness! 🥰🍀 Everyone has their own time that you need. And if you have stopped for a moment for whatever reason? Not a problem at all, because you can always start again where you left off. Greetje is pure and neutral. A beautiful, sweet, attentive and positive woman who takes you and your horse along in her passion and how things can be done differently. 🥰So cool! This training is very clear and, above all, understandable, from which I and my horses have certainly learned so much and are still allowed to do so. It's so nice when the basics are there and you can always fall back on it.
Can't find your question? Course coordinator Pascaline is happy to help you at pascaline@humanhorse.nl.
€ 1,950 for the complete online programme including the English home study. Instalments after consultation. Greetje loves to hear about you and your horse before you enrol.
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