Horse-assisted coaching in Tomar, Portugal
From spring 2027 a força opens a practice in Tomar, Portugal: intensive programmes of three to five days and small-scale retreats at €750 or €1,250. Some things need more than an hour a week. This is the place I needed myself; it didn't exist, so I'm building it.
From spring 2027: intensive recovery work in quiet and space
Some things need more than an hour a week. More space, more silence, more time to land. That's why from spring 2027 I'm opening a practice in Tomar, Portugal.
This is the place I needed myself during my own recovery. It didn't exist, so I'm building it.
what do I offer?
Individual intensive programmes (3 to 5 days)
For high-masking professionals with PTSD or burnout, and neurodivergent people who are ready for a breakthrough. Daily work with horses, combined with body-based exercises and reflection. No group, entirely tailored.
Faith-sensitive retreats (small-scale, max. 6 participants)
For women for whom faith or meaning is part of recovery. Three or five days together with horses, in a setting where silence and nature support the work.
Team retreats (on request)
For teams that want to work on collaboration, leadership and psychological safety outside their everyday context.
Why Tomar?
Tomar lies in Centro Portugal, an hour and a half's drive from Lisbon or Porto.
Hills, olive trees, silence. The warmth and the space are not a luxury but part of the recovery process. There is nothing here that performs. Everything you need in order to land.
Practical details
Getting there: Lisbon airport, then an hour and a half by car. Pick-up from Tomar railway station is possible.
Accommodation: the quinta has guest rooms. Retreats are all-inclusive on site.
Languages: Dutch, English, French, Portuguese.
What does it cost?
3-day retreat: €750 per person (all-inclusive on site)
5-day retreat: €1,250 per person (all-inclusive on site)
Individual intensive programme: tailored, please get in touch.
Selection, not open enrolment
After an introductory call we decide together whether the programme suits you. I want to know your background, what you want to learn and how you'll put it to use. A maximum of 7 participants per cohort.
FAQs
Frequently Asked Questions
Can't find your question here? Book a free, no-obligation introductory call through my online calendar at the bottom of this page.
Do I have to travel to Portugal myself?
Yes, the intensive programmes and retreats take place on site. Online coaching remains available too.
Can I come on my own?
Yes. An individual intensive programme of 3 to 5 days is possible, entirely tailored.
How do I get to Tomar?
Fly to Lisbon or Porto, then an hour and a half by car. There is also a train connection. Pick-up from the station is possible.
Do I need experience with horses?
No. You don't have to ride. Everything you need, you'll learn on the spot.
Is this suitable for severe PTSD?
Horse-assisted coaching is coaching, not therapy. It works well alongside or after therapy. For serious symptoms I refer on and coordinate with your practitioner.
Curious?
Click the calendar icon to schedule a free, no-obligation introductory conversation with me quickly and easily.
You're welcome to come to the office, or we can meet by phone or video call.
