Metaphorse

04/14/2025

Lunar Equus Breathwork

Lay upon the earth, breathe deeply and feel the healing power of nature and the gentle healing horses of the Metaphorse herd. Let Amy Schweim and Jody Nixon guide you into your heart and your most authentic self.

Breathwork with Horses Event Dates:
April 12th, May 11th, June 21st, July 12th, August 9th, Retreat August 14th - 17th, September 7th

Admission:
Admission: $44 (cash, Venmo or Zelle at Metaphorse Growth and Healing Center)

RSVP at https://metaphorse.org/events?fbclid=IwY2xjawJcyhhleHRuA2FlbQIxMAABHid41Ahrwhe7Ky9Se479FiKlZ0BhJtzt3wrQDj5yf4Ynj4brD0hT695NRHwi_aem_5-jlZYW2vMGS63hq23DqHw

04/11/2025

Masterson Method Equine Specialist (MMES) Course at Metaphorse
We need 2 more participants to make this class a go!!

If you have been sitting on the fence, trying to decide to enroll, the time is now!
The herd is a motley crew of different ages, breeds and personalities and love body work. Each will patiently teach you the Masterson techniques and provide you with the unique experience of how different horses respond to the techniques.

Enroll with a friend and share the experience during the workshop and for years afterward.

When? May 16-May 18, 2025.
Metaphorse Growth and Healing Center. Montrose, Colorado
To register: https://mastersonmethod.com/product/montrose-co-mmes-may-2025/

04/10/2025

We are working on another round of teeth floating, thanks to the Colorado Welfare Grant. Or this month were Drifter, Crusier,  Geronimo, and Red. Hannah remembered Red when she worked with Dr. Darby in Gunnison.

04/10/2025

This is why

04/06/2025

Thanks Amy!

04/04/2025

Sorry the last posting for the Masterson Method MMES course the poster had the wrong dates. The dates are May 16- May 18. See the new poster for more details.
Sorry!! Admin error!

04/04/2025

🐴 Masterson Method Equine Specialist Course (MMES)
🐴 Montrose Colorado
🐴 May 16-18, 2025 with Megan Dushin

I volunteer in various capacities at Metaphorse Growth and Healing Center in Montrose, CO and wanted to let you know of an opportunity for yourself, but most importantly, for your horses.

Back in 2022 I attended the first MMES course Metaphorse hosted and continue to support the herd at Metaphorse.

Horses just being by horses (prey animals) carry around a great deal of stress. The Masterson Method taught me tools to help our horses release their stress - think licking and chewing and big yawns. In turn I got to build a new kind of relationship with our horses. In addition to teaching massage techniques, the course will also teach you how to teach other volunteers.

Megan Dushin our instructor believes, "Every corner I turn, I see the value of helping horses through this modality. The Masterson Method is gentle yet effective. It can be applied to benefit a horse’s way of going and their overall well-being, and has benefits for us as partners on this healing journey."

To learn more about the Masterson Method:
Beyond Horse Massage: What is the Masterson Method - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mm5cBrJc9Io

Register for the Workshop at Metaphorse Growth and Healing Center - https://mastersonmethod.com/product/montrose-co-mmes-may-2025/

03/30/2025

Howdy!

Pesos here. Today I got a nice brushing and practiced sharing that attention with Tuxedo and Scratchy. Part of me really wanted to make them move away, but I'm learning that it's up to the person and the other horse, not me.

Then, I played a new game of wearing a hat and letting it fall off. I've been avoiding being haltered lately, so this helped me think differently about someone reaching over my head with something. I was curious since I didn't really know what was going to happen. After trying it a few times, I needed a break because trying new things can be stressful. I'm glad they went slow and noticed when I was done. That makes me consider trying it again.

After the game, I showed off what I've been learning about less being more. Rather than be really pushy and making Itchy and Scratchy leave the feeder, I just gently nudged them over a bit so I could have more room. I was especially proud of myself remembering to do this when my brain was tired from learning something new.

I hope everyone else had a fun Saturday! Feel free to come visit me before I head back to work in the mountains for the summer. I love snuggles and sniffing the new smells you bring. I'm told I'm a sweet, sensitive fellow. 💖

03/23/2025

The Great Shed of 2025 continues on as the weather hits the 60s.

03/23/2025

Hope you can join us for great fun for a fantastic cause!!

By JDRF 1st Annual Western Slope Pub Crawl

03/20/2025

Metaphorse would like to thank the Montrose Board of realtors for choosing us as their nonprofit for this quarter. We cannot thank them enough for their generous donation of $1000!!

03/19/2025

Reserve your booth now

03/16/2025

SPRING HAS SPRUNG AT METAPHORSE!!!!
Zipper complained that SPA day appointments are in alphabetical order. So today he got to jump the line.
Come out and help with the spring shed.

03/10/2025

Interested in Vending ?
Second Annual Healer and Artist Fair at Metaphorse.
May 10, 2025.
www.metaphorse.com for more information

03/08/2025

Round three of teeth floating! Buster, Earl, Shooter, and Desiree all had their check ups and dental work done today. Everyone passed with flying colors.

03/07/2025

Drifter loves making new friends especially if it involves a SPA day.
Become a volunteer and become part of the herd.

03/05/2025

HERD & HEART
Collaborative healing workshop at Metaphorse
August 14 - 17, 2025
$1950 early bird pricing
After June 15, 2025 $2500