When the Horses Delivered Their Magic Again

Sacred Shamanic Workshop — August 8, 2026

On August 8, 2026, we gathered for our Sacred Shamanic Workshop at EEC, and once again, the horses delivered their magic.

There are moments when words simply aren’t enough to describe what happens when people come together with these extraordinary animals. This was one of those moments.

Throughout the day, I witnessed beautiful moments of connection, vulnerability, courage, presence, and transformation. The horses have an incredible ability to bring us into the present moment and gently reveal things within ourselves that we may not always be ready to see.

They don’t judge us. They don’t care about our titles, our accomplishments, or the stories we carry.

They simply meet us where we are.

And somehow, in their presence, something begins to shift.

This workshop deeply reminded me why we do what we do at Equine Experiential Connection (EEC). Every time I witness the connection between the horses and the people who come to our programs, I feel renewed in my purpose.

It truly empowers me to keep moving forward, keep learning, and continue creating experiences that can support more people on their journeys.

I am incredibly grateful to our entire EEC team. Without your dedication, passion, hard work, and belief in what we are creating together, this experience would not have been possible. Every person behind EEC plays an important role in bringing these experiences to life, and I am deeply thankful for each of you.

And I want to give a very special thank you to Marda.

Marda, you always show up with your whole heart and give your very best. Your presence brought another dimension to this beautiful day. The drums, music, and cacao ceremony you shared created moments of depth, connection, and beauty that made the experience even more special.

Thank you for sharing your gifts with us and for helping create such a sacred and memorable atmosphere.

And, of course, my deepest gratitude belongs to the horses.

Once again, they reminded us of their incredible ability to connect, to mirror, and to teach.

The horses delivered their magic again.

I left this workshop feeling grateful, inspired, and even more committed to our mission.

There are so many people who are searching for connection, confidence, clarity, healing, and a deeper relationship with themselves. If our horses can help even one person take another step forward, then every moment of this work is worth it.

So we keep moving forward.

We keep opening the doors.

We keep creating the space.

And we keep listening to what the horses have to teach us.

Thank you to everyone who joined us on August 8 and trusted us with a part of your journey.

The journey continues.

And the horses are still leading the way. 🐎❤️

With gratitude,
Eurico Rosa da Silva
Co-Founder, Equine Experiential Connection (EEC)

Eurico Rosa da Silva

Co-Founder of the EEC Program, Retired World Champion jockey Eurico Rosa da Silva is an Advanced FEEL® Facilitator, mentor, coach and Builder of Champions. With over 2,900 career wins and a professional sports journey spanning nearly three decades, Eurico has built a globally recognized legacy in the horse racing world. His career achievements include: seven-time Canadian Sovereign Award winner, a historic victory at the 2017 World Jockey Championship in Japan, inductee into the Canadian Horse Hall of Fame, and multiple wins at prestigious races including the Queen’s Plate. He now works in partnership with horses to build a new legacy through the EEC Program, which aims to help individuals and groups Achieve their Greatness through Equine Experiential Connection.

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