Have you ever wondered…
what it would be like to stand in a pen, and look eye-to-eye with a 1200 pound horse? Would you feel safe? Could you trust? Could you settle enough to experience the powerful depth of connection, curiosity, freedom, and love that you have been longing for?
We use horses as way to access transformational experiences that open us to all that life has to offer.
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What’s on Offer
Horses offer us a direct experience with the present moment. They help us access curiosity, connection, love and understanding, which is actually our true nature. When we tap into this, we discover more clarity, compassion, and an infinite potential for possibilities.
We love watching clients drop into their hearts and let go of their stories that no longer serve them. At Oak Lea Ranch, we create a safe place where people can allow their armor to fall away as they begin to understand that vulnerability is a strength and not a weakness. We enjoy helping folks see there is a part of them that is whole, perfect, and meant to thrive.
Oak Lea Ranch is a community sanctuary. People come to engage in the work, whether its a retreat, working on the ranch with us, or enjoying the animals and gardens. People want to visit because of the beauty of the oaks and the land, the experience of just being here.
We often include horses in our coaching at Oak Lea Ranch to help guide clients to new possibilities. We offer one-on-one coaching; private multi-day intensives, small group retreats, and customized programs for your team.
ABOUT US
Julie & Brad
In our very first conversation we were immediately intrigued that despite how different our lives actually were, we shared surprising parallels in our coaching and education. We both felt a spark for the potential of what we could do together, what we could create, and how we could contribute to the world together. It was so much bigger than the two of us.
Brad served 21 years in the military, in 2 different branches: 4 years as an enlisted Marine, and 17 years as an Officer in the Air Force. When Brad first experienced the equine work, it changed everything in his life. He started to heal his own wounds from military service. And through his own journey he discovered his gift for helping others.
Before Julie became a coach, she spent 15 years as a bodyworker. People used to say that they went to see her for massage, and left with more clarity and courage. The common thread in all of Julie’s experience and work, whether it be as a Leadership Embodiment facilitator, Integral or Transformative Coach, or bodyworker is really that she helps people access their authentic leadership presence bringing together mind, body, heart, and wisdom.
We are well qualified to guide you. Between the two of us we have 6 coaching certifications, 40+ years combined experience in facilitating small to large groups in everything from Grief and Loss, Leadership, Men’s and Women’s issues, and Nonverbal Communication. We both have backgrounds in meditation & mindfulness, and now spend as much time as we can in nature and with animals.
Having each other in our lives has changed both of us in ways that we could never have imagined, or thought was possible. We have both taken huge risks in life when we know what is true for us – it is what brought us together.
We hope that through our own journeys, we create a warm and inviting center for anyone to come.
To learn more about our individual offerings visit juliestuart.com and bradgallup.com.
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Offerings
Warrior Meditation: Virtual Weekly Drop in. Free
Warrior Meditation is a patented practice that is used by the Save A Warrior (SAW) Community that is simple, and easy to practice twenty minutes, twice a day.
This meditation program has been designed to work with folks dealing with stress, lack of focus, sleep issues, to include helping with trauma, moral injury and complex Post Traumatic Stress.
Offered by Retired Major Brad Gallup.
Insight Sessions: Virtual. Free.
Sometimes we all just need a place to be heard, and listen to the wisdom within our selves.
One of the most generous things anyone has ever done for me was just to listen and hold space for me to talk freely, without judgment.
That is what I am offering to you. When you hear yourself speak freely, you will likely discover that you have all the answers you need, within you.
Offered by Julie Stuart through June 1st, 2020 with limited hours.
Labyrinth Insight Sessions
A labyrinth is an ancient symbol that combines the circle, which relates to wholeness, and the spiral, which represents journey and change, into a purposeful path.
Labyrinth proponents claim walking a labyrinth can lead to stress reduction, more presence, greater creativity, deeper relationships, a stronger sense of community, a feeling of being on a spiritual journey, a sense of inner reflection and connection to sources of guidance.
Note: All scheduled labyrinth sessions will conform with current social distancing requirements.
Equine Guided Discovery Retreat June 6th & 7th, 2020 – Currently on hold
Do you ever wonder… What is next? Would you like to experience more meaning or purpose? Or just take a path in a different direction?
In this retreat we’ll use horses as our guide to: Let go of old stories; discover the infinite possibilities that reside in the present moment; and discover the answers you’ve been looking for.
Warrior Discovery Experience: May 31st, 2020 – Currently on hold
Are you a Warrior who is struggling to connect with your spouse, children, or coworkers? Perhaps you find that you just can’t communicate what is going on inside you with your loved ones, family, and friends.
Join us for this day-long program where we discover the source of our wellbeing, peace of mind, love and connection.
Mother-Daughter Day Retreat with the Horses: May 30th, 2020 – Currently on hold
Mothers and Daughters: Are you looking for greater connection, to be better understood by each other, or maybe just a more easeful relationship?
Join Equine-Guided Coaches, Stephanie Holdenried and Julie Stuart, for this day in which horses will be our guide to discovering new possibilities in your relationship.
Equine Guided Discovery Retreat October 26-27, 2019
Have you ever wondered… what is next?
I mean, maybe you are happy with your life or maybe you’re not. And you still wonder what is around the next corner. What will life be like when the earth takes the next turn around the sun?
New Year Retreats
Are you ready to bring something new into the world? A new business, new relationship, new version of you?
We are offering special rates for anyone who schedules a private or couple’s retreat from January 1st – March 31st, 2020 at Oak Lea Ranch in Kelseyville.
Accessing a Creative Mind for Business and Life!
There seems to be this underlying belief and misunderstanding that you can actually control your thoughts and just positive think your way through life. But if that were true, wouldn’t you be free of shitty thinking all the time?