Terms & Conditions

Equine Notion — a clear, fair, and transparent contractual framework for our services.

1. Definitions

“We”, “Us”, “Our” means Sillion B.V., operating as Equine Notion.
“You”, “Client” means the natural person or legal entity purchasing or using our services.
“Services” include (without limitation): the Equine Notion Framework (online program), Mentorship/Advanced Programs, Field Experience (on-site at Markelo), On-site Visit (we visit your pasture), and Circle/Community Membership.

2. Company Information

Sillion B.V. — Operating name: Equine Notion
Address: Voordesdijk 12, 7475 NW Markelo, Netherlands • KvK: 90687469 • VAT (BTW): NL865409808B01
Email: sillion.bv@gmail.com • Phone: +31 (0)85 505 5656 • Website: https://equinenotion.com/

3. Eligibility

Services are available to individuals aged 18+ and to legal entities. By purchasing, you confirm legal capacity and authority to enter into this agreement.

  • Application-Only & Fit: To preserve the integrity of this work, we serve clients who align with our non-control philosophy and intend to apply it in practice. During the initial consultation, we may advise not to proceed if expectations, timing, safety, or circumstances are not a good match.
  • Right to decline: We reserve the right to decline, postpone, or discontinue service where safety, welfare, legal, or ethical concerns arise.

4. Prices & Taxes

Prices are stated in EUR and may be updated from time to time. Unless stated otherwise, prices are shown excluding VAT. VAT is calculated on the invoice based on EU place-of-supply rules and your status (B2C/B2B).

  • Classification: Our programs are human-provided coaching/mentoring with live sessions and instructor-reviewed assignments; they are not electronically supplied services (TBE).
  • General rule: B2C supplies are taxed where the supplier is established (Netherlands, 21% VAT). For EU B2B with a valid VAT number, the reverse-charge mechanism may apply. For non-EU B2B, Dutch VAT generally does not apply (local taxes, if any, are the client’s responsibility).
  • Exceptions: If a specific offering qualifies as TBE or as B2C admission to a virtual event, the place of supply may shift to the consumer’s country and local VAT may apply.

5. Payment Terms

  • Method: Bank transfer (SEPA/IBAN). Cards/PayPal are not accepted unless expressly offered in writing.
  • Upfront payment: 100% prepayment is required. Bookings/access are confirmed only after cleared funds are received.
  • No instalments: We do not offer payment plans.
  • Bank fees: Client bears any bank/transfer charges so that the invoiced amount is received in full.
  • Late payment: We may suspend access or booking and charge statutory interest/collection costs permitted by Dutch law.

6. Delivery & Access

  • Equine Notion Framework: Self-paced online program; access is granted after payment. Access is personal, non-transferable, and may not be shared.
  • Mentorship: 1:1 sessions via video call; dates/times are mutually agreed after payment.
  • Field Experience (Markelo): 1-day intensive (approx. 4 hours) at our facility. Travel/insurance/accommodation are not included.
  • On-site Visit: We visit your location; you remain responsible for site safety, welfare, insurance, and logistics.
  • Membership: Annual access to live sessions and members-only materials as described on the site.
  • Access control: We may suspend or revoke access in case of misuse, sharing of credentials, or breach of these Terms.

7. Use of AI-Processed / AI-Generated Content

We may use visual, audio, or textual materials that are AI-processed or AI-generated (e.g., refined/artistically enhanced photos; illustrative renders; transcripts). These are provided to express and clarify our educational/philosophical content. They are illustrative and not intended to misrepresent actual subjects, events, or outcomes.

  • Transparency: Our Legal Notice and policies disclose that some visuals may be AI-processed/AI-generated. We do not use AI to fabricate facts or testimonials.
  • No performance/medical claims: AI outputs do not constitute factual guarantees, clinical claims, or professional advice.
  • Intellectual property: All such materials are owned/licensed by Sillion B.V. No licence is granted to reproduce, train models, scrape, or redistribute without prior written consent.
  • User submissions: If you supply content, you warrant necessary rights and non-infringement, and grant us a revocable, non-exclusive, royalty-free licence to use it solely to deliver the Services in line with our Privacy Policy.

8. Intellectual Property

All course content, texts, images, videos, audio, exercises, methods, and software code are protected by copyright and related rights. You receive a personal, non-transferable licence for your own study. Any reproduction, public sharing, scraping, AI-model training, or derivative works require our prior written consent.

9. Cancellations, Refunds & Consumer Rights

  • Refunds: Unless expressly stated otherwise, all payments are non-refundable. See our Refund Policy.
  • EU Consumer Law: For digital content/services provided immediately or upon confirmed access, the statutory right of withdrawal may not apply once delivery begins (Directive 2011/83/EU). By requesting/accepting access or confirmed dates, you acknowledge that performance begins and withdrawal rights may cease.
  • Rescheduling: For Field Experience or On-site Visit, we may reschedule due to weather, welfare, safety, or regulatory reasons. No monetary refunds are provided unless required by mandatory law.

10. Code of Conduct & Safety

Our work with horses is based on observation, distance, timing, and respect. We do not provide riding, training, or veterinary services. You agree to follow staff instructions and local safety rules during any on-site activity. We may decline or discontinue service if behaviour poses risk or conflicts with our values of non-dominance and respect.

  • Client responsibility: You remain fully responsible for horse handling decisions, facility safety, insurance, and compliance with local regulations.
  • No third-party demonstrations: To avoid altering herd dynamics, we do not handle or perform with your horses during On-site Visits.

11. Disclaimers & Limitation of Liability

Services are educational/philosophical in nature and do not constitute medical, psychological, legal, financial, or veterinary advice. We do not guarantee specific results or outcomes; progress depends on many factors (horse history, environment, owner practice, health). To the maximum extent permitted by law, Sillion B.V. is not liable for indirect, incidental, special, punitive, or consequential damages. Our aggregate liability shall not exceed the amount you actually paid for the specific Service giving rise to the claim. Nothing in these Terms excludes liability for gross negligence, wilful misconduct, or any liability that cannot be excluded under mandatory law.

12. Data Protection

Personal data is processed according to our Privacy Policy and Cookie Policy (EU).

13. Force Majeure

We are not liable for any delay or failure to perform due to causes beyond our reasonable control, including but not limited to severe weather, public health restrictions, utility outages, strikes, acts of government, or natural events. If a Force Majeure event occurs, we will reschedule where feasible.

14. Changes to Services or Terms

We may reasonably update Services, schedules, or these Terms (e.g., to reflect legal, security, pedagogical, or technical changes). Material changes will be posted on this page and apply prospectively.

15. Governing Law & Jurisdiction

These Terms are governed by the laws of the Netherlands. Disputes shall be submitted to the competent courts of the Netherlands, without prejudice to mandatory consumer rights under applicable law.

16. Contact

Sillion B.V. — Equine Notion • Voordesdijk 12, 7475 NW Markelo, Netherlands • KvK 90687469 • VAT NL865409808B01
Email: sillion.bv@gmail.com • Phone: +31 (0)85 505 5656

Effective date: 05/Nov/2025