Course
🌿 Signature Course:
A Journey into Rhythm, Sacred Ecology, and Somatic Scholé™
Core Themes
Seasonal Rhythm & Flow
Spiritual Ecology & Embodied Purpose
Three-Centered Awareness (Mind, Heart, Body)
Seasonal Living & Earth-Based Wisdom
Scholé as Somatic and Sacred Home Learning
Beauty, Grace, and the Flow of the Day
Herbalism & Earth’s Sacred Oils for Family Life
Intentional Response and Letting Go
(Our signature course is being updated and will open Spring 2026)
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Lesson 1 : The Language of the Nervous System
Learn how to recognize your body's subtle signals through a somatic lens. This lesson introduces the basics of nervous system states (fight/flight, freeze, and regulation) and teaches you simple grounding practices to begin shifting into calm awareness.
Learn how to recognize your body's subtle signals through a somatic lens. This lesson introduces the basics of nervous system states (fight/flight, freeze, and regulation) and teaches you simple grounding practices to begin shifting into calm awareness.
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Lesson 2: The Breath as a Healing Tool
Discover how breathwork supports regulation and emotional clarity. You’ll explore a few easy, adaptable breathing techniques alongside calming essential oil blends to deepen your connection to safety and self-trust.
Discover how breathwork supports regulation and emotional clarity. You’ll explore a few easy, adaptable breathing techniques alongside calming essential oil blends to deepen your connection to safety and self-trust.
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Lesson 1: Herbs for Grounding and Emotional Balance
Meet gentle herbal allies like lemon balm, passionflower, and tulsi that support mood, sleep, and nervous system health. Learn how to prepare simple infusions and create your own “calm cup” ritual.
Meet gentle herbal allies like lemon balm, passionflower, and tulsi that support mood, sleep, and nervous system health. Learn how to prepare simple infusions and create your own “calm cup” ritual.
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Lesson 2: Essential Oils for Somatic Support
Explore essential oils that calm, center, and awaken the senses—such as lavender, vetiver, and Roman chamomile. You'll create a personalized roller blend and learn how to use it in daily somatic routines.
Explore essential oils that calm, center, and awaken the senses—such as lavender, vetiver, and Roman chamomile. You'll create a personalized roller blend and learn how to use it in daily somatic routines.
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FAQs
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Yes. Our sessions are intentionally designed to support neurodivergent learners and those with sensory, emotional, or social challenges through gentle, trauma-informed guidance.
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Not at all. All activities are guided step-by-step. We prioritize emotional safety, curiosity, and mutual respect with the horses—no prior experience needed. All sessions are ground only (no riding) and are somatic in nature.
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Closed-toe shoes are required, and we recommend comfortable, layered clothing. We’ll provide all other materials, including sensory and wellness tools as needed.
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Much of Root & Reins’ offerings are currently being revised and updated. The Embodied Spousal Awareness course, along with other programs, will be available again in Spring 2026.
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Each session includes key points of interest outlined in the website description. While these core topics provide structure, every session is uniquely adapted and expanded to meet the specific needs and goals of the individual or family.