{"id":4827,"date":"2022-02-22T09:54:24","date_gmt":"2022-02-22T09:54:24","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.pikdame.io\/?page_id=4827"},"modified":"2026-06-17T17:24:17","modified_gmt":"2026-06-17T15:24:17","slug":"voluntering","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.pikdame.io\/en\/voluntering\/","title":{"rendered":"Voluntering"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"wpb-content-wrapper\">[vc_row css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1520434928210{margin-right: 70px !important;margin-left: 10px !important;}&#8221;][vc_column css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1493636287297{margin-left: 70px !important;}&#8221;][vc_custom_heading text=&#8221;Voluntering&#8221; google_fonts=&#8221;font_family:Droid%20Serif%3Aregular%2Citalic%2C700%2C700italic|font_style:400%20regular%3A400%3Anormal&#8221;][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1520435059245{margin-top: -25px !important;margin-right: 55px !important;margin-left: 10px !important;}&#8221;][vc_column css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1519918897839{margin-left: 70px !important;border-right-width: 70px !important;padding-right: 100px !important;}&#8221;][vc_images_carousel images=&#8221;4919,4918,4917&#8243; img_size=&#8221;1000&#215;600&#8243; onclick=&#8221;link_no&#8221; speed=&#8221;3000&#8243; autoplay=&#8221;yes&#8221; wrap=&#8221;yes&#8221;][vc_column_text css=&#8221;&#8221;]<b>LIVE, LEARN AND GROW ALONGSIDE HORSES<\/b><\/p>\n<p><b>Symbiosis Immersion Programme at Pikdame Education<\/b><\/p>\n<p><b>More than training. More than volunteering.<\/b><\/p>\n<p><b>A life-changing experience.<\/b><\/p>\n<p>At Pikdame, we believe that horses can teach us far more than riding techniques or handling skills.<\/p>\n<p>They can teach us how to observe, listen, lead, communicate, and grow.<\/p>\n<p>That is why we have created the <b>Symbiosis Immersion Programme<\/b>: a unique experience where you will live alongside rescued horses, learn from professionals with years of experience, and become part of a community that shares the same passion for animals, nature, and personal development.<\/p>\n<p><b>WHAT IS SYMBIOSIS?<\/b><\/p>\n<p>Symbiosis is the philosophy that brings everything we do to life.<\/p>\n<p>It combines the knowledge of the great classical masters, Natural Horsemanship, equine ethology, learning theory, and a deep understanding of animal welfare.<\/p>\n<p>Our goal is to create relationships based on trust, cooperation, and mutual respect.<\/p>\n<p>For us, training is not about control.<\/p>\n<p>It is about understanding.<\/p>\n<p><b>YOU WILL LEARN TO\u2026<\/b><\/p>\n<p>\ud83d\udc34 Understand equine behaviour and body language.<\/p>\n<p>\ud83e\udd1d Build relationships based on trust.<\/p>\n<p>\ud83c\udf31 Apply animal welfare principles in real-life situations.<\/p>\n<p>\ud83e\udde0 Understand how horses learn.<\/p>\n<p>\u2764\ufe0f Manage your emotions and improve your presence.<\/p>\n<p>\ud83c\udfc7 Develop practical handling and training skills.<\/p>\n<p>\ud83c\udf3f Live and work in direct contact with nature.<\/p>\n<p><b>OUR TEACHERS<\/b><\/p>\n<p>All the horses at Pikdame have been rescued.<\/p>\n<p>They arrived with different stories, but they all shared one thing in common: an uncertain future.<\/p>\n<p>Through rehabilitation and the Symbiosis methodology, they have regained their confidence and now help us teach a different way of relating to animals.<\/p>\n<p>Every horse is unique.<\/p>\n<p>Every story is an opportunity to learn.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><b>WHAT DOES DAILY LIFE LOOK LIKE?<\/b><\/p>\n<p>You will become an active part of life at Pikdame.<\/p>\n<p>You will take part in:<\/p>\n<p>\u2022 Feeding and daily care of the horses.<\/p>\n<p>\u2022 Preparing the animals for training sessions.<\/p>\n<p>\u2022 Observing behaviour and welfare.<\/p>\n<p>\u2022 Maintaining and improving facilities and environments.<\/p>\n<p>\u2022 Rehabilitation and adaptation of rescued animals.<\/p>\n<p>\u2022 Practical Symbiosis methodology sessions.<\/p>\n<p>This is not a place where you come to watch.<\/p>\n<p>You come to live the experience.<\/p>\n<p><b>THIS PROGRAMME IS FOR YOU IF\u2026<\/b><\/p>\n<p>\u2713 You love animals.<\/p>\n<p>\u2713 You enjoy nature and outdoor living.<\/p>\n<p>\u2713 You are genuinely eager to learn.<\/p>\n<p>\u2713 You are looking for a meaningful experience.<\/p>\n<p>\u2713 You are willing to step outside your comfort zone.<\/p>\n<p>\u2713 You want to grow both personally and professionally.<\/p>\n<p>No previous experience with horses is required.<\/p>\n<p>What we value most is attitude, commitment, and a willingness to get involved.<\/p>\n<p><b>Minimum age: 16 years old.<\/b><b><\/b><\/p>\n<p><b>IDEAL FOR\u2026<\/b><\/p>\n<p>\ud83c\udf93 Veterinary students.<\/p>\n<p>\ud83d\udc34 Future equine professionals.<\/p>\n<p>\ud83e\ude7a Equine physiotherapists.<\/p>\n<p>\ud83e\udde0 Psychology students.<\/p>\n<p>\ud83c\udf31 Professionals working in animal-assisted interventions.<\/p>\n<p>\u2764\ufe0f Anyone seeking a transformative experience.<\/p>\n<p><b>ACCOMMODATION AND TRAINING<\/b><\/p>\n<p>Places are limited to ensure a close and personalised experience.<\/p>\n<p>The contribution is <b>\u20ac250 per week<\/b> and includes:<\/p>\n<p>\ud83c\udfe1 Accommodation.<\/p>\n<p>\ud83c\udf7d Meals.<\/p>\n<p>\ud83d\udcda Daily practical training.<\/p>\n<p>\ud83d\udc34 Learning the Symbiosis methodology.<\/p>\n<p>\ud83e\udd1d Guidance and support from the Pikdame team.<\/p>\n<p>A minimum stay of <b>six weeks<\/b> is recommended in order to fully integrate the experience and develop a genuine bond with the animals.<\/p>\n<p><b>ARE YOU READY TO EXPERIENCE IT?<\/b><\/p>\n<p>If you feel there is another way to connect with horses&#8230;<\/p>\n<p>If you want to learn beyond what books can teach&#8230;<\/p>\n<p>If you are looking for an experience that could mark a before and after in your life&#8230;<\/p>\n<p>We are waiting for you.<\/p>\n<p>\ud83d\udce9 <a href=\"mailto:info@pikdame.io\">info@pikdame.io<\/a><\/p>\n<p>Places are limited.<\/p>\n<p>Write to us and tell us who you are and what has brought you here.[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][\/vc_row]\n<\/div>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>[vc_row css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1520434928210{margin-right: 70px !important;margin-left: 10px !important;}&#8221;][vc_column css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1493636287297{margin-left: 70px !important;}&#8221;][vc_custom_heading text=&#8221;Voluntering&#8221; 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