The 2G Plus rule applies to visits to the zoo - this means that only vaccinated and recovered persons with a current test certificate are allowed to enter. FFP2 masks are mandatory on the entire zoo premises.
Our current Workshops
Important:
Due to official requirements in the course of the current development of the corona pandemic, there may be short-term deviations or changes, about which we will inform you immediately.
Workshop I - Afraid of spiders or snakes?
Are you also afraid of spiders or snakes?
Fear is basically a natural function and is used for survival by warning us of possible dangers. Fear only becomes a problem when it begins to develop a life of its own and we become afraid even though we are actually in no danger. This fear can make us incapable of acting, and even lead to compulsive acts in order to avert a supposedly dangerous situation.
Have you ever felt like this? If so, you are not alone! Have you ever wished you were a little more daring? Then this one-day workshop is the perfect way to explore your fears and gradually confront them. This workshop offers you an opportunity to learn how to deal with your anxiety step by step.
Participation under the professional guidance of:
Ursula Riedinger (Employer Service-Center at Hellabrunn Zoo, Naturopathic Practitioner for Psychotherapy, Associate Degree of Applied Science in Recreation & Wildlife (USA) and therapist for animal-assisted therapy) and her team.
In the workshop, we use methods from behavioral therapy, Neuro-Linguistic Psychology (NLP), counseling, various relaxation techniques and techniques for building up resources. Short zoological and psychological lectures will give you an additional insight into this particular area.
After an induction session, including therapeutic and animal care instructions, you will have an opportunity to approach our snake Houdini as well as our spider Anna. You alone decide how far you want to go. At the end of the animal contact session, you will be able to share your experiences with others, and have a chance to discuss further course of action. Each participant will receive a certificate of attendance as a reminder of the workshop.
Prices for private workshops: One-to-one private workshops are available from 10am - 3pm by appointment (price: € 255.00 including admission price and snacks during the breaks, except lunch). Bank details will be provided upon registration at the Service Center. Reference: One-day workshop: Spider and Snake Phobias I
Cancellation deadlines:
Up to 7 days prior to the scheduled date of the workshop cancellation is free of charge. Cancellation requests received between 7 days and 48 hours prior to the scheduled date of the workshop will incur a 25% cancellation fee on the price of the booking. Cancellations received less than 48 hours prior to the scheduled date of the workshop will incur a 100% cancellation fee on the price of the booking.
Lunch:
You can have lunch in the zoo restaurant or in summer sit outside one of the zoo's cafes. Of course, you can also bring your own snacks.
Participation:
Minimum age 16 years (16-18 year olds must be accompanied either by a parent or guardian who has also paid to attend the same workshop, or an adult with written permission from a parent or guardian)
Venue:
Isar entrance (the lists of participants will available at the ticket office). You will be picked up by the workshop leader.
Registration:
Münchener Tierpark Hellabrunn AG
Service-Center
Tierparkstraße 30
81543 Munich
Germany
Tel. +49(0)89 62508-91
Fax: +49(0)89 62508-793
Email: tierpark@hellabrunn.de
Workshop II - Be more daring
Advanced seminar: "Be more daring" with fear of spiders and snakes
In the advanced seminar, seminar leader Ursula Riedinger, alternative practitioner for psychotherapy and trained animal keeper, builds on the experiences of the participants and continues to accompany them on their way to become even more courageous with the help of solution-oriented techniques. All participants of the basic seminar can take part.
The following methods will be used in this workshop:
1. Gestalt therapy dialogue in order to identify personal strengths
2. Tapping as an Emotional Freedom Technique (EFT)
3. Meditation
4. Cognitive behavior therapy
5. Counseling
Participants will have the opportunity to learn to manage everyday situations (when encountering animals) and improve their abilities. Naturally, Anna, Houdini and other creepy crawlers will be on hand. Each participant will receive a certificate of attendance as a reminder of the workshop.
Price for private workshop:
€ 255.00 for one-to-one private workshop, payable in advance. Available from 10am - 3pm by appointment. The price includes admission to Hellabrunn Zoo as well as drinks and snacks during the breaks, except lunch. Bank details will be provided upon registration at the Service Center. Reference: One-day workshop: Spider and Snake Phobias II
Cancellation deadlines:
Up to 7 days prior to the scheduled date of the workshop cancellation is free of charge. Cancellation requests received between 7 days and 48 hours prior to the scheduled date of the workshop will incur a 25% cancellation fee on the price of the booking. Cancellations received less than 48 hours prior to the scheduled date of the workshop will incur a 100% cancellation fee on the price of the booking.
Lunch:
You can have lunch in the zoo restaurant or in summer sit outside one of the zoo's cafes. Of course, you can also bring your own snacks.
Participation:
Minimum age 16 years (16-18 year olds must be accompanied either by a parent or guardian who has also paid to attend the same workshop, or an adult with written permission from a parent or guardian)
Venue:
Isar entrance (the lists of participants will available at the ticket office). You will be picked up by the workshop leader.
Registration:
Münchener Tierpark Hellabrunn AG
Service-Center
Tierparkstraße 30
81543 Munich
Germany
Tel. +49(0)89 62508-91
Fax: +49(0)89 62508-793
E-Mail: tierpark@hellabrunn.de
Workshop III - The Path to calm
Are you always restless, constantly fidgeting, or have difficulty concentrating? Or do you recognize these symptoms in your child? Have you thought about finding a path to a calmer you? As a parent are you searching for a method to ensure your child is calmer and more focused? If so, then our workshop "The Path to Calm" may be just right for you. The workshop is specifically designed to help adults with ADHD or parents with ADHD children. We also offer a separate junior workshop for young children and teenagers, particularly those with ADHD symptoms.
About the workshop:
In the morning session, we will show you various techniques and relaxation exercises to help you have a calmer day. We use methods from behavioral therapy, neuro-linguistic psychology (NLP), counseling and techniques for building up resources, as well as pay special attention to the "here and now" in conjunction with breathing.
In the afternoon, you will have an opportunity to interact with our ponies, llamas, alpacas and goats from the children's zoo. Observing and touching the animals sharpens our ability to focus as their calm and composure tends to have an influence on the participant. The calmer human behavior in turn has a positive effect on the animals, particularly as our mood is reflected in the behavior of the animals. You will be able to apply the techniques learned in the morning during the afternoon contact session with the animals. Each participant will receive a certificate of attendance as a reminder of the workshop.
Professional instructors:
Ursula Riedinger (Employer Service-Center at Hellabrunn Zoo, Naturopathic Practitioner for Psychotherapy, Associate Degree of Applied Science in Recreation & Wildlife (USA) and therapist for animal-assisted therapy)
Sabine Eitel (Zookeeper at Hellabrunn, animal trainer, Naturopathic Practitioner for Psychotherapy)
Anja Waldinger (Zookeeper at Hellabrunn, Head of South section)
Private bookings available upon request:
One-to-one calming workshop
Workshop for young children and teenagers aged 8 to 15 years
Participation:
Adult workshop: Minimum age 16 years
Children’s workshop: 8 - 15 years
(Children under 18 years require the written consent of a parent or guardian in order to participate. Alternatively, they can be accompanied by a parent or guardian who has also paid to attend the same workshop.)
Prices:
One-to-one workshop € 255.00
The fee for the workshop is payable in advance. The price includes admission to Hellabrunn Zoo as well as drinks and snacks during the breaks, except lunch. Bank details will be provided upon registration at the Service Center. Reference: One-day workshop: The Path to Calm.
Are you ready to follow the path?
Cancellation terms:
Booking cancelled up to 7 days prior to the scheduled date of the workshop are free of cancellation charge. Cancellation requests received between 7 days and 48 hours prior to the scheduled date of the workshop will incur a 25% cancellation fee on the price of the booking. Cancellations received less than 48 hours prior to the scheduled date of the workshop will incur a 100% cancellation fee on the price of the booking.
Lunch:
You can have lunch in the zoo restaurant or sit outside one of the zoo's cafes on a beautiful sunny day. Of course, you can also bring your own snacks.
Meeting point:
Isar entrance (the ticket office has a list of participants)
Here you will be picked up by the workshop leader.
Duration:
One-to-one workshop 10:00am - 3:30pm
Registration:
Münchener Tierpark Hellabrunn AG
Service-Center
Tierparkstraße 30
81543 Munich
Germany
Tel.: +49(0)89 625 08-91
Fax: +49(0)89 625 08-793
Email: tierpark@hellabrunn.de
