Mini-HUGE Course in Conscious Relaxation Technique

A Revolution in Horse Training

Welcome to the first and only online course that teaches horses how to consciously relax, allowing them to recognize rising tensions and independently choose relaxation instead of escalation. Created by Anna Marciniak, co-founder of the Optimal Performance Program, this course is a game-changer for horses and owners who want a deeper connection, safer training, and happier, healthier horses.

Why Conscious Relaxation?

Most training approaches focus on managing a horse’s behaviors, but Conscious Relaxation transforms the horse’s internal response at a fundamental level. Whether your horse is young, older, a high-performance athlete, in rehab, or experiencing tension and anxiety due to environment or health issues, this program addresses the root cause of stress. By learning to self-regulate tension, your horse becomes calmer, more supple, and more balanced—both physically and mentally.

Life-Changing Benefits

• No More Worries About Tension Escalation: Your horse learns to self-calm, removing the fear of spookiness, anxiety, or unpredictable reactions.
• Health & Emotional Well-Being: Conscious relaxation positively impacts muscles, joints, digestion, and emotional stability.
• Connection & Partnership: Enjoy a new level of communication and closeness as tension melts into trust.
• For All Horses: Works with every breed, discipline, and age—from sport horses to rescues, young foals to retired seniors.
• Visible Results in Days: Many owners see changes within just a few practice sessions, with profound transformations happening in about 14 days.

Course Structure & Overview

The Mini-HUGE Course is fully online, with lifetime access to video lessons, written modules, and personal feedbackfrom Anna. You’ll learn to recognize and guide your horse through the stages of tension release. The course is designed for anyone, from absolute beginners to advanced riders.

Recommended Practice

• Aim for 3 sessions a week, or ideally daily for a few minutes, to see the most significant changes.
• Perfect as a warm-up or cooldown. Also suitable for horses in rehabilitation, as it involves no strenuous exercise.
• No special equipment or prior experience required.

Detailed Modules & Their Most Powerful Takeaways

Below is a more in-depth look at each module, complete with standout quotes and the leit motifs that run through them.

Module 1: Welcome to the Mini-HUGE Course

“When we remove tensions, we remove the obstacles standing between you and your dream-horse.”

• Leit Motif: The concept of tension as a “wrapping” hiding your horse’s true nature.
• Key Lesson: Discover how removing tensions can rapidly transform behavior, health, and connection.

Module 2: The Moving Target of Relaxation

“Stop clenching your fist. That moment of ceasing action is the direct experience of Relaxation.”

• Leit Motif: Relaxation is ceasing an action, not replacing it with another.
• Key Lesson: How to distinguish genuine muscle relaxation from simply doing something else.

Module 3: I LOVE Teaching Conscious Muscle Relaxation

“Removing tensions is like unwrapping precious gifts—but if we rush, we risk tearing what’s inside.”

• Leit Motif: Approaching tension-release with patience and grace, layer by layer.
• Key Lesson: Tensions can mask themselves as behaviors, but real relaxation leads to sweet, lasting change.

Module 4: Experiencing Relaxation

“You cannot teach your horse what you don’t have or don’t understand.”

• Leit Motif: Feel it in your own body first—only then can you guide your horse.
• Key Lesson: Hands-on (and fist-clenching!) exercises that let you fully experience and recognize the subtle waves of relaxation.

Module 5: Relaxation Signs vs. Calming Signals

“Calming signals come from tension; Relaxation signs are byproducts of actual release.”

• Leit Motif: The difference between tension-based signals and genuine relaxation-based actions.
• Key Lesson: Why it’s crucial not to misread tension-driven gestures (like licking, chewing) as true relaxation.

Module 6: The Field of Universal Meanings

“In the universal field, we share experiences without words—ceasing action speaks to every species.”

• Leit Motif: Relaxation as a universal language understood by animals and humans alike.
• Key Lesson: How letting go of our personal definitions opens real inter-species communication.

Module 7: Teaching Relaxation

“Relaxation is fragile; it’s easy to slip from ceasing tension to doing more tension.”

• Leit Motif: Create space for your horse to discover that tension can end naturally.
• Key Lesson: Step-by-step guidance on structuring sessions so your horse can notice and replicate the release.

Module 8: Developing the Relaxation Technique

“Relaxation grows on relaxation—once a horse experiences it, it craves more.”

• Leit Motif: Increase the frequency and duration of spontaneous relaxation by supporting your horse.
• Key Lesson: Methods to help your horse practice conscious relaxation in daily routines and mild stressors.

Module 9: Alternative Path (If Very Tense)

“Trust in relaxation. Tell your doubts to ‘sit down’ and let your body remember the quiet.”

• Leit Motif: For the 5–15% of horses and people who find relaxation elusive—persistence in gentle, simple exercises is key.
• Key Lesson: A specialized path for introducing your horse to the relaxation experience when typical approaches stall.

Module 10: Conscious Relaxation

“A conscious horse actively chooses relaxation—it’s a skill, not a coincidence.”

• Leit Motif: Watching your horse decide to relax in situations that once caused panic is incredibly rewarding.
• Key Lesson: Real-world applications—feed time, group turnout, new environments—where your horse can now self-calm.

Module 11: From Relaxation to Communication

“Tension always belongs to someone; relaxation belongs to everyone.”

• Leit Motif: Meaning-based communication emerges only when tension is relinquished.
• Key Lesson: Horses start to share calmness and even offer relaxation to others, fundamentally changing how they relate to people and herd-mates.

Module 12: The Amazing Power of Relaxation

“Training, living, traveling—imagine doing it all through the lens of relaxation.”

• Leit Motif: The ultimate vision: a horse that chooses a relaxed state in all aspects of life, from athletic performance to daily care.
• Key Lesson: Ties everything together, showcasing transformations in physical health, emotional stability, and deeper connections.

Why This Course Stands Apart

• First and Only Course Focused on Conscious Relaxation: Unlike other training methods that manage symptoms, this approach teaches your horse to self-regulate tension at the root.
• Universal & Inclusive: From foals to seniors, top competition horses to rescues—any horse can benefit.
• Fast & Noticeable Results: Many owners report improvements within just a few days.
• Deepen the Human-Horse Bond: Relaxation fosters a calm, kind state in both parties, leading to trust, affection, and mutual joy.
• Lifetime Access & Personalised Support: Learn at your own pace, with direct feedback from Anna whenever you need it.

Enrollment & Pricing

• Price: 430 EUR (one-time payment)
• Format: 100% online — videos, written content, interactive support
• Access: Immediate, lifetime membership
• Support: Ask questions anytime in the comments or email Anna directly

Ready to Transform Your Horse’s Life?

Join over 1,000 human-horse pairs who have already discovered the profound difference that conscious relaxation can make. Whether you’re seeking to improve performance, resolve anxiety, or simply deepen your connection, the Mini-HUGE Course is your proven path to a relaxed, resilient, and truly joyful horse.

“I see horses transform from tense, spooky, or disengaged to calm, flexible, and eager to connect in just two weeks. It’s not magic — it’s conscious relaxation.”
— Anna Marciniak

Enroll Today

Go to the top of the website to join, and gain immediate access to all 12 modules, step-by-step guidance and tutorial videos that will lead you by-hand into the Universe of Conscious Relaxation for Horses. You can count on the personalised guidance from Anna. Start creating the powerful, peaceful, harmonious horse-human relationship you’ve always envisioned for you and your horse.