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2012 Holistic Animal
Classes/People Workshops & Calendar
We are pleased to offer a large variety of holistic workshops and retreats. The workshops teach you how to use holistic methods on yourself, others AND animals. The Lightfoot Way is about empowering people AND animals. You can scroll down the page or click on the following:
Introduction Classes
Regular Classes
Retreats
Private Workshops
Class Size
Workshop Bonus
Workshop Hours
Workshop Locations
Workshop Fees
Cancelation Policy
Workshop Registration
Natural Approach to First Aid Workshops
Great Health = Great Nutrition Workshops
Kinesiology/Muscle Testing Workshops
Help for Allergies & Arthritis Workshops
First Aid & CPR for Animals Workshops
Animal Communication Workshops
Shamballa Multidimensional Healing Workshops
Homeopathy & Intro to TCM Workshops
Emotional Freedom Technique/Tapping Workshops
Flower Essences Workshops
Aromatherapy Workshops
Crystal & Color Therapy Workshops
Animal Massage Workshops
If you want to see the schedule by MONTH,
please click here.
2 Hour Holistic Animal Care Introduction Workshops
Would you like to help your animal (or yourself) live a happier, healthier, and longer life?Holistic animal care focuses on the whole animal – the body, mind, and spirit.Learn how animal communication, Shamballa, kinesiology, flower essences, aromatherapy, homeopathy, animal massage, and crystal healing can help prevent and solve health problems.This is your opportunity to learn how you can help an animal’s physical and emotional health, including behavioral issues, and deepen your bond with animals like never before.This is an ideal workshop for pet owners and animal professionals that are interested in learning about holistic care and it may inspire you to attend some holistic classes for yourself and the animals in your life.
Introduction Workshop Fee The 2 hour introduction workshop is normally $40 and due prior to the workshop.It is non-refundable. Should you cancel 7or more days in advance, you may transfer the $40 to another workshop. If you cancel after 7 days, the $40 is forfeited.For rescue groups and shelters (and other non-profit organizations), we will waive the fee if there are at least 10 participants.If you host this workshop at your home or business, the host attends free and receives half of the workshop fees in appreciation for hosting this introduction workshop.
Checks, money orders, and Paypal are accepted.
Class Size
There is not a maximum number that can attend. There is a minimum number depending on the location. Everyone will have the opportunity to ask questions.
Introduction to Holistic Animal Care Class is being held 6:30-9pm at
Leisure Learning Unlimited
located at 2990 Richmond Avenue in Houston on:Wednesday, March 28thWednesday, May 2nd
Special price of $35 but you must register through
Leisure Learning.
You will be able to register for these classes starting February 11th, when Leisure Learning gets the info on their website.
To host an intro holistic animal class at your home or business,
please click here.
Holistic Animal Classes
Workshop Modalities
Certificates are awarded for all of the workshops (entire workshop must be attended to receive certificate):
Basic Animal Communication & Advanced Animal CommunicationNutrition for Dogs, Cats & HorsesKinesiology/Muscle Testing for People & AnimalsEmotional Freedom Technique/Tapping (EFT) for People & AnimalsNatural Approach to First AidHelp for Allergies & ArthritisEquine MassageCanine MassageHomeopathy & Introduction to Traditional Chinese Medicine for People & AnimalsFlower Essences for People & AnimalsAromatherapy for People & AnimalsCrystal & Color Therapy for People & Animals
Private Workshops
Private workshops are available for one or two people at Kim's farm, Allison's home or your location and last around 3 hours.Workshops are $250 for one person or $400 for two ($200 each) when done at Kim or Allison's homes since they do not have to travel. Animal Communication and Shamballa are not offered privately.Workshops at your location are $300 for one person or $500 for two ($250 each) and also charged for travel time at the rate of $75 an hour.Contact Kim or Allison if you are interested in a private workshop.If you are interested in learning by distance in a teleclass/teleweb format or coming to study with us from abroad,
click here for more information.
Class Size These holistic animal classes are hands on and limited to a small number of participants for a quality and intimate learning experience.Workshops are generally limited to a maximum of 8 people.For special workshops such as fundraisers or those not in the Houston area, the maximum number may be increased and the workshop hours adjusted accordingly.Due to the small class size, some holistic animal classes fill up quickly so it is best to register as soon as you know what workshops you are interested in taking.To read testimonials from students who have attended the holistic animal classes,
please click here.
Workshop Bonus
As a bonus in these holistic animal classes, we teach students the basics of kinesiology, also called muscle testing. This is an incredible technique everyone should know that can benefit themselves, their family, and their animals. Some students have said learning this alone is worth the price of the workshop. This does not replace the all day workshop, but is an introduction.
Workshop Hours Workshop times are stated in description of each workshop.Participants are asked to arrive 10 minutes prior to the start time so that the workshop can start on time.It is understood that delays do happen. However, participants are not allowed to arrive more than 15 minutes after the start time or to come for just part of a workshop. If you are late, you may not attend and your deposit is forfeited. While the workshops are fun and enlightening, they are very indepth and attending the workshop for the entire time is vital to the learning experience. You must attend the entire workshop to receive the certificate. If you need to leave early, a certificate will not be awarded.
Workshop Locations
Holistic animal classes are taught:
With Kim at her farm, about 30 minutes south of the Houston, Texas medical center off hwy. 288, near Manvel and Alvin, before Angleton.
With Allison at her nook on the bayou near 59/Voss/Westheimer.
If you are interested in hosting a workshop at your home or business, you will attend free with a minimum number of paid participants. We teach worldwide. Contact us for more information.
Workshop Fees
You will see there are 2 prices - early registration price and the regular registration price. Registering means that you have paid the deposit. You may pay in full but you must at least have paid the deposit.Early registration for workshops is applicable if deposit is paid 7 or more days in advance. If less than 7 days in advance, the regular registration price applies. A non-refundable deposit is required.
We now offer a 40% discount for students that wish to attend a class that they have already taken with us before, as a refresher. You must bring your manual from that class with you. Deposit amounts are non-refundable. (For a $150 class that you pay $90-$115 for, $75 is non-refundable should you cancel. For $75 class that you pay $45-$55 for, $45-$50 is non-refundable.
Checks, money orders, and Paypal are accepted. Credit cards are accepted through paypal. You do not have to have an account with paypal to use your credit card. If you are paying through Paypal, you can do so on this website (paypal buttons are located under each of the workshops). You will then be registered for the class. If you wish to send a check or money order or have any questions, then please complete the registration form.
If you pay the deposit, the balance is due at the workshop in either cash or check. Paypal is only accepted prior to the workshop date. Any products you purchase at the workshop are to be paid by cash or check.
Cancellation Policy
Deposits are non-refundable unless we cancel the workshop. If you need to cancel and 7 days or more notice is given from the workshop date(21 days or more for out of town workshops),a $25 transfer fee will allow you to transfer your deposit to another workshop. You must take the workshop within 12 months of the originally scheduled workshop date. If less than 7 days notice is given (less than 21 days for out of town workshops), the deposit is forfeited.If you arrive more than 15 minutes past the start time, you may not attend and the deposit is forfeited.We understand illness and emergencies happen but due to the small class size, this is the policy.
Whether you seek personal or professional guidance and growth, this unique retreat will nurture your body, mind and soul by
helping you find the answers you seek. Join Kim and Allison for this powerful retreat that will enlighten and empower your path!
Click here to get more details on the retreat.
Light Your Path Retreats are being
held 9am-5pm at Kim's farm as follows:
None scheduled at this time
Click here to sign up or request more information.
Build your own, natural first aid kit. Learn what items you should always have on hand. It may surprise you to learn what amazing remedies you probably already have in your kitchen! Learn how to strengthen the immune system naturally. Vaccination protocol - what to do before and after vaccines. Learn what to do in the case of sudden trauma, whether it is easily applied acupressure points or a wrap that calms instantly. Learn where emergency clinics are located in and around Houston and which holistic vets are in the area.
Workshops are being held Wed. April 25th at Allison's nook on the bayou from 6-9pm
Learn how to make nutritional adjustments to your dog, cat or horse's diet and when and how to use supplements. Learn what ingredients you want in your pet’s food and which ingredients you should avoid by learning how to read the pet food labels. Get the right diet for your pet - learn how to select the correct proteins, and whether your pet should be fed grains, kibble, canned, raw, frozen or home-cooked diet. Look at nutrition first to help prevent and resolve health issues.
Workshops are behing held Wed. January 18th with Allison at her nook on the bayou from 6-9pmWed. June 13th with Allison at her nook on the bayou from 6-9pm
Learn natural ways to to help clear up skin conditions, hair loss, hot spots, granulomas and pesky pests. Some if not most allergies can be overcome just by changing or adjusting the diet. Even environmental allergies can be helped with natural methods. Nobody wants to see their animals suffer from the discomfort of arthritis. Learn natural ways to help and prevent this condition.
Workshops are being heldWed. May 9th at Allison's nook on the bayou from 6-9pm
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holistic animal classes
According to the American Animal Hospital Association (AAHA), 1-out-of-4 more pets would survive, if just one pet first aid technique was applied prior to getting emergency veterinary care.
Thousands of pets are injured and die every year from preventable accidents. An important part of being a caring, responsible and loving pet owner is to know the life saving skills of pet first aid and emergency care. Knowing the skills and techniques of pet first aid can mean the difference between life and death for your pet.
This First Aid and CPR class includes a workbook and is taught with an emphasis on hands-on skills practice using ‘dummy’ dogs. The class includes:
Restraining & Muzzling - restraining an injured pet, using the pet’s natural instincts to reduce stress.Primary Pet Assessment – determining the life-saving actions necessary in an emergency in less than 30 seconds.Rescue Breathing – responding properly when a pet has a heartbeat but is not breathing.Canine & Feline CPR – responding properly when your pet has no heart beat and is not breathing.Choking Management – taking appropriate action when your pet is choking.Bleeding & Shock Management – controlling bleeding and preparing your injured pet for transportation.Snout-To-Tail Assessment –inspecting your pet from snout to tail to create a base-line of your pet's health or to discover injuries that may not be immediately obvious.Vitals Assessment – determining what is normal for your pet so you can quickly recognize signs of stress, illness or injury.Pet First Aid Kit Contents – creating your own first aid kit with readily found materials.Insect Bites & Stings and Snakebite – reducing pain and controlling swelling and possible allergic reactions.Heat & Cold Injuries – preventing and responding to heat stroke, burns and frost bite.Extra Tips – including stress-free ways to trim your pet’s nails and brush his teeth.
Michelle Padgett is a certified Pet Tech instructor who has been training and showing dogs for over 10 years. She is a biologist, a Reiki Master, a Certified Small Animal Masseuse and a Lightfoot Way Holistic Care Consultant. She is also a tester with the American Temperament Testing Society and a member of the International Association of Canine Professionals.
First Aid & CPR for Animals Workshops are held from 9am-5pm on:
none scheduled at this time
Click here to register or host
holistic animal classes.
To learn more about animal communication,
please click here.
Basic Animal Communication Workshops
This is the most popular workshop! Everyone has the ability to communicate with animals. It is only a matter of awakening this ability inside yourself. Through meditations and exercises, you will learn how to communicate with animals in just one day!
If you have ever wanted to know what your animal is thinking, feeling, their life purpose, or how to help them with a behavioral or physical condition, this workshop is for you. Being able to communicate with animals can help you understand them better.You can use your intuitive abilities to assist with the animal’s general care, handling, or training.Animals can be communicated with by distance which means you can do this from wherever you are – on a business trip, vacation, or the comfort of your home.
A group situation provides an ideal learning environment.Through photos of workshop participants' animals and a live animal, you will learn to communicate with animals, including those that are in spirit.Deepen your bond with your animals and experience your relationship like you have never done before.
Basic Animal Communication workshops are being
held 9am-5pm as follows:
Sat. January 28th with Allison at her nook on the bayouSun. March 18th with Kim at her farmSat. May 5th with Kim & Allison in Dripping Springs near Austin
Advanced Animal Communication WorkshopsTake your animal communication skills and your relationship with animals to the next level. In this advanced workshop you will:
Receive an attunement that opens up your intuitive abilities even moreDo a special meditation that will help you on your journey of communicating with animalsLearn how to get answers to more complex questionsLearn how to help resolve behavioral issues through problem resolutionLearn how to determine what physical issues are affecting an animalParticipants will work with photos of animals.
Advanced Animal Communication Workshops are being
held 9am-5pm as follows:
Sat. March 31st with Allison at her nook on the bayou
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holistic animal classes
To learn more about Shamballa,
please click here.
Shamballa for People & Animals WorkshopsShamballa Multidimensional Healing is very different from Reiki. Please see the Shamballa page above to understand the differences. Because Shamballa is newer energy, we are only teaching Shamballa now. In the Shamballa Master Healer workshops you will:
Learn what Shamballa is all about and how to apply it to your life on multi levelsLearn about energy chakras for people and animalsReceive Shamballa meditations and activationsLearn energy techniques for people and animalsLearn how to work with angels and by distanceCustom made pendulums for checking energy chakras and sage for cleansing will be available for purchase.
After you have taken the Shabmalla Master Healer workshop, you may take the Shamballa Master Teacher workshop. In the Shamballa Master Teacher workshops you will:
Receive additional Shamballa meditations and activationsLearn additional energy techniques for people and animalsBe allowed to teach both the healer and teacher workshops through the associations as listed on the Shamballa page.
Shamballa Master Healer Workshops are being
held from as Thurs-Sun (Thur-Fri 6:30-9:30pm; Sat-Sun 9-5pm)as follows:
February 16th-19th with Kim at her farmApril 12th-15th with Kim at her farm
The Shamballa Master Teacher Workshops are being held Thurs-Sun (Thur-Fri 6-10pm; Sat-Sun 9-6 pm)as follows:
June 7th-10th with Kim at her farm
Click here to register or host
holistic animal classes
To learn more about kinesiology,
please click here.
In this workshop, you will learn:
How to conduct kinesiology to determine the proper nutrition for animals and people.How to use kinesiology to determine the proper topical products for animals and people.How to use kinesiology to determine if you or an animal is allergic to a certain food or product.If you do not have a certain food or product but want to know if it is right for you or your pet, no problem – there is a way to test that!How to do muscle testing on yourself, others, and your animals. You will be amazed at how this can change the life of animals, your own, and others!So, bring your animal, food, and any other products you want to test on yourself or your pet. If you have other animals, you can bring a photo of them.The muscle testing ebook will be available for purchase.
Kinesiology/Muscle Testing Workshops are being held on:
Wed. February 8th with Allison at her nook on the bayou 6-9pmWed. May 23rd with Allison at her nook on the bayou from 6-9pm
Click here to register or host
holistic animal classes
To learn more about homeopathy,
please click here.
In this workshop you will learn:
The Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) view of healthHow homeopathy worksHow homeopathic remedies are createdHow potencies workHow to select the proper remedy using several methods.Administration techniquesPossible reactionsStorage and care of the remediesHomeopathy sourcesParticipants can bring their animal or photos of your animalsThe animal homeopathic kit by Washington Homeopathics will be available for purchase.
Homeopathy & Intro to TCM Workshops are being
held from
Wed. March 7th with Allison at her nook on the bayou from 6-9pmSun. April 29th with Kim at her farm from 9-12pm
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holistic animal classes
To learn more about EFT,
please click here.
In this workshop you will:
Learn how to do EFT on people and animals in personLearn how to do EFT using a surrogate such as a stuffed animalBring photos of people and animals you would like to do EFT onEFT bears with hand sewn citrine or kyanite beads will be available for purchase.
EFT Workshops are being
held from 9am-5pm on:
Sat. April 21st with Allison at her nook on the bayou
Click here to register or host
holistic animal classes
To learn more about flower essences,
please click here.
In this workshop you will:
Learn how flower essences workLearn the benefits and properties of several brands of flower essences including Bach and Pet EssencesLearn how to determine the proper flower essencesLearn the administration of flower essencesLearn how to make a custom flower essence blendYou may create a custom blend for a feeBring your animal or photos of your animals
Flower Essences Workshops are being
held on:
Wed. March 21st with Allison at her nook on the bayou from 6-9pmSun. May 6th with Kim & Allison in Dripping Springs near Austin from 9am-12pm
Click here to register or host
holistic animal classes
To learn more about animal aromatherapy,
please click here.
In this workshop you will:
Learn how essential oils workLearn the benefits and properties of essential oilsLearn how to determine the proper essential oilsLearn the administration of aromatherapy for animalsLearn the precautions with animal aromatherapyLearn how to make a custom essential oil blendYou may create a blend for a feeBring your animal or photos of your animals
Animal Aromatherapy Workshops are being
held on
Wed. April 11th with Allison at her nook on the bayou 6-9pm
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holistic animal classes
Crystal & Color Therapy Workshops To learn more about crystal healing,
please click here.
In this workshop you will learn:
A brief (and fascinating) history of crystalsBenefits of crystals for animalsHealing properties of different crystalsHow to administer crystal healingHow to make a custom crystal essenceHow to use a crystal massage wandAnimal reactions to crystalsHow to properly cleanse crystalsCrystal resourcesHealing properties of colors (includes pocket card)How to administer color therapyBring your animal or photos of your animalsCrystals, crystal beads to make essences or to go into collar/halter pouches, pouches, crystal massage wands and sage will be available for purchase.
Crystal & Color Therapy Workshops are being
held from on
Wed. Feb. 22nd at Allison's nook on the bayou from 6-9pmSun. April 29th with Kim at her farm 1-4pmWed. June 27th with Allison at her nook on the bayou from 6-9pmSun. May 6th with Kim & Allison in Dripping Springs near Austin from 1-4pm
Click here to register or host
holistic animal classes
To learn more about animal massage,
please click here.
Equine and canine massage workshops are offered. In these workshops you will learn:
The difference between petting and massageThe benefits of animal massageThe precautions with massageHow to use massage to relax your animalHow to conduct a diagnostic massage9 different massage strokesWhat happens after a massage
Canine Massage Workshops are being
held from 9am-5pm on:
Sun. January 22nd with Kim at her farm
Equine Massage Workshops are being
held from 9am-5pm on:
You may host a workshop at your farm
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