Retreat
”Grow with horses”
Hosted in Ibiza
May 6th – 9th, 2026
Individual intensive
During this personal intensive journey, you will explore in different ways who you are truly meant to be.
Guided by two experienced coaches, you will enter a powerful process of self-discovery.
In a serene and nurturing environment, you will reconnect with your inner wisdom and experience the healing power of horses.
In a small group of min 5- max 10 people.
How does it work?
Horses have a unique way of helping you reconnect with yourself.
A central part of this journey is the encounters and groundwork with horses. Their direct and subtle feedback brings clarity to what is currently alive and relevant in your life.
Patterns that once served you well, but may now limit you, can be recognized, understood and often released through new insights and practices.
This individual intensive is for you if you…
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Are standing at a turning point in your life
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Need space to pause and breathe
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Are searching for new inspiration and direction
Recap of a previous retreat
What will you experience?
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Tension relief
Release stress and tension as you immerse in Ibiza’s nature and the honest feedback of horses.
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Renewed clarity
Let the horses reflect your inner-self and help you gain clarity on what's holding you back and how to move forward.
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Deep relaxation and grounding
Experience deep relaxation and find inner calm through grounding and reflective experiences.
The coaches
During this retreat, you will be guided through a unique collaboration between two experienced coaches.
Gerda, a pioneer in the Dutch field of horse-guided coaching and leadership trainer since 1992.
Vera, an island resident and equine coach who helps you experience a deep connection with nature.
Gerda Dekker
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Gerda is founder of DC Paardencoaching and Dekker Consult.
As a leadership trainer, she has worked with universities and corporate organizations. She has also facilitated many retreats and intensives in locations including Mallorca, France and the Netherlands.“I discovered the special power of horses when I became a horse owner myself in 2002 and experienced how meaningful and direct their feedback can be. It was incredibly educational for me — I owe a great deal to my first horse, Lukka.
My training in natural horsemanship and systemic work with horses has further deepened my professional expertise. For the past 20 years, horses have been present as co-coaches in many of my trainings and coaching programs. Their feedback is subtle, precise, and without judgment and it will truly touch you and create impact.
How wonderful that during our retreat we have the time and space for your personal exploration. I look forward to it.”
— HORSE-GUIDED COACH, LEADERSHIP TRAINER, SYSTEMIC FACILITATOR, TAROT PRACTITIONER
DCPAARDENCOACHING
Vera Holland
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Vera, founder of Guardian Horses, coaches people in personal growth with the support of horses.
“In Ibiza, I rediscovered my childhood love for horses. After moving to this special island and welcoming my first child, I became more deeply connected with my feminine energy. This led me, among other things, to complete an intensive training as a horse-guided coach.
With my background in media and storytelling, I know how to access and reveal the deeper layers of personal stories.
I offer a safe space, and together with the horse I walk alongside you for part of your journey to explore and deepen your personal story.
The serenity of Ibiza, which I experience so strongly here myself, certainly contributes to this process.”
— HORSE-GUIDED COACH, COMMUNICATION SPECIALIST, NLP PRACTITIONER
GUARDIAN HORSES
Our Hop–Step–Jump concept
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Emotion: Curiosity, openness, courage
This first phase is about slowing down and turning inward. With gentle curiosity and honest reflection, we explore your deeper question and longing. What is calling you now? What wants attention or change?
You may feel anticipation, vulnerability, or relief as your real theme begins to surface and take shape.
An extra preparatory session takes place in the Netherlands. live or online, before the retreat.
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Emotions: Awareness, recognition, release
Here we go further inwards. A pause, sometimes a step back, to reflect on what has happened in your life and what it has meant.
We do this together in the arena with the horses, through coaching sessions, a tarot reading, guided meditation and your own quiet reflection time. -
Emotions: Clarity, trust, empowerment
Now your insights turn into direction and action. Which “jump” are you ready to make towards your future? You will anchor it physically and mentally.A follow-up integration conversation 4–6 weeks later helps sustain your progress.
The Program
Wednesday, May 6th
Upon arrival on the beautiful island of Ibiza, you’ll have time to settle in, meet the other participants, relax and enjoy the comforts of the villa (from 4:00 PM).
We’ll kick off the shared program at 5:00 PM with an introduction, dinner and a grounding meditation to help you to wind down and set your intentions for the retreat ahead.
We will end the day with a heart-opening meditation at the horses.
Thursday, May 7th
The day begins with a meditation and gentle stretching to awaken the body and mind, followed by a nourishing breakfast.
After meeting the beautiful herd of horses, you’ll experience your first 1:1 horse coaching session, where you’ll begin to clarify your intention.
After a light lunch, we move forward in silence. You can choose to participate in a silent hike in nature and a soothing dive in the ocean. Or you take the time for reflecting journaling and a massage (extra costs, on request).
The day will conclude with a peaceful dinner in the garden and evening medition at the horses.
Friday, May 8th
Start the day with your second 1:1 horse coaching session, where you enter the heart of your inner journey.
In the afternoon, we dive deeper into your inner exploration to look at your life story and its meaning, together with the horses. Also you will receive a tarot session, which will help you to clarify a next meanfull step in your proces.
The evening will offer a shared dinner and free time to reflect and integrate.
Saturday, May 9th
On this final day, we turn toward your future direction. You clarify the “jump” you are ready to make into your next chapter. By bringing it into practice with the horses, you awaken and anchor the change in your system.
After a warm closing ceremony honoring each individual, you head home with fresh insights and inspiration, ready to integrate them into your daily life.
A follow-up integration conversation is scheduled approximately 4–6 weeks after the retreat.
Find deep calm and reconnect with yourself in the quiet beauty of Ibiza’s countryside, surrounded by horses.
Experiences of others
Included in the retreat
Stay 3 nights in a beautiful authentic finca in Ibiza
Towels and bed linen.
Use of yoga mats and props (also outside of activities).
Fully catered meals (vegetarian): breakfast, lunch, snacks and dinner. Water, coffee, tea and fruit available all day.
Unlimited access to all the amenities the villa offers, such as the pool with a view over the valley, lounge beds, relaxation corners to retreat, a hot tub, sauna and more...
Coaching and activities
Intensive 1:1 coaching sessions with the horses
1:1 coaching conversations with the coaches
Group circles and reflective discussions
Guided meditations
A silent walk and personal time for introspection.
Optional services
Transfers from- and to airport
Massages
Horse riding
* Not included are the flight to Ibiza, transfers, a possible rental car, etc.
Prices
Shared room
€1.490,-
Stay in a private bedroom with access to a shared bathroom
Private room
€1.690,-
Stay in a private bedroom with access to a shared bathroom.
Private room ensuite
€1.890,-
Exclusive stay in our spacious master bedroom with bathroom ensuite
Yes, I deserve this!
