Tellington TTouch Training Canada

Tellington TTouch at The Icelandic Horse Farm

The herd of Icelandic horses at Tellington TTouch Canadian headquarters.

What if I told you there was a place that was totally focused on the physical, mental and emotional well-being of the animal (and human) inhabitants and visitors?  Where you would not be scoffed at for being “too nice to your animal” and will not feel judged for thinking you could be friends with your animal and still have safe, reasonable boundaries and expectations of behaviour?  Look not further!

The Icelandic Horse Farm is Robyn Hood’s home base and headquarters for Tellington TTouch Training Canada.  Sitting atop 65 picturesque acres, the farm enjoys spectacular views and is home to many friendly animals.

Observation is big part of the tellington ttouch method

Horse clinics combine a huge amount of information, with an easy to learn, fun, hands-on format. Participants may choose to bring their own horses, or work with some of our many friendly horses at the farm.

During the summer months we offer workshops that can count towards Tellington TTouch Practitioner Status. The majority of participants take these courses for their own knowledge and there is always a wonderful variety of skills, background, and experience.

All trainings have a good teacher-student ratio. There is always at least one assistant and larger trainings will have several. This ensures that students are supported in their learning and helps maintain safety.

Ground driving a horse at the Starting Young Horse Clinic with Tellington TTouch

Riding clinics are kept small to ensure individualized attention. We have a large selection of horses that moonlight as lesson horses for all levels of riders. They are excellent teachers and seem to enjoy this role, especially as it is not something they do day in, day out, all year long.

We have a large selection of helmets to borrow, if you can’t quite manage to fit yours in your suitcase, but require participants to wear appropriate footwear.

A group of TTouch practitioners learn from one another at an Advanced Training.

Companion Animal and Dog workshops  give you the opportunity to develop tools to enrich the relationship with your dog or other companion animal. You may be amazed to discover that some habits your pet displays that you have just learned to ignore or work around can be changed through non-violent methods.

Learn how to be with your dog in ways that will help your relationship grow and strengthen. You may discover that the belief “that’s just the way he is” or “he likes to . . .” may not in fact be true. Your dog may indeed be able to change some of the habits you both thought you just had to live with! In fact you may find that making small changes to your ways or attitude is all that is needed.

The TTouch method also addresses more severe issues such as aggression, fear, barking, leash-pulling, and provides techniques to help with the discomforts and difficulties of inevitable aging.

Two Tellington TTouch Practitioners lead a Boston Terrier in the Bee Line leading position.

While the clinic will feature work with dogs you will also have the opportunity to work with other animal species. This will expand your knowledge of possibilities inherent in the Tellington TTouch method applied to all animals.

These clinics can stand on their own, if your primary goal is to improve your connection with your dog or cat through use of the Tellington-TTouch, or be counted towards the 2 year Practitioner Certification Program.

For more information on the Practitioner Program, click the link.

You may bring a dog with you, but it is not necessary for participation. If you are attending with a dog, please bring a water bowl, a bed for him/her to lie on (optional), and anything needed to make your dog more comfortable.

For more information about the Canadian TTouch Practitioner Training Program please email us. You may also call us at (800) 255-2336 .

Follow the link for more information about the TTouch Companion Animal Practitioner Certification Program.  

This program changed dramatically in 2020 and now includes a comprehensive online program to allow for certification regardless of location.

Coffee, tea and spring water, along with snacks for break times will be provided at most of the trainings. Robyn is an incredible baker and makes a wide variety of homemade muffins, breads, and other goodies. Whenever possible, organic, local ingredients are sourced and many recipes are Gluten Free and made with Organic Coconut Oil and Coconut sugar.

Please be sure and note any dietary requirements you may have, we are extremely flexible and work hard to accommodate everyone’s needs.

You may also want to include a chair for yourself (optional), sunscreen and a hat for summer workshops. The Vernon weather can vary and while we will be working in a covered arena we have a large outdoor arena where we also do groundwork.

Vernon and Surrounding Area

The Coldstream Valley, British Columbia

The Okanagan Valley is a spectacular area filled with Orchards, small, world-class vineyards, and some of the most beautiful natural lakes in the world.

If you have “non-horsey” partners consider bringing them along! There are plenty of places to explore in the surrounding area, especially if hiking, fishing, mountain biking, golf, or wine is a hobby!

Silver Star Mountain Resort is located 45 minutes from the Farm and boasts an exceptional summer facility for hiking and mountain biking.

For the golfer, Predator Ridge Resort offers two World Class golf courses only 35 minutes from the Farm. The resort has excellent food, accommodations, in a beautiful grass lands setting. In the summer it is home to Hockey Canada so don’t be surprised to bump into one of the many NHL players who own summer homes there.

Just up the road from Predator Ridge is Sparkling Hill Resort. This picturesque hotel and spa features over 3.5 Swarvorski Crystals in its décor and was named Fodors Top 11 Trendsetting Hotels of the World in 2012. The European Style spa is world class and features unbeatable views on Okanagan Lake.

The Okanagan Valley is home to over 200 vineyards. Located 45 minutes from the Farm are 5 excellent examples of these; Intrigue (spectacular Gwertztraminer – even if you think you don’t like them), Graymonk ( try the Pinot Auxerrois or their Meritage), Arrowleaf (best value, great blends, and an amazing lake view picnic area), Ex Nihilo (superb Merlot), and 50th Parallel (try the Rosé if it’s available!).