EQUINE ASSISTED COACHING

Equine Assisted Coaching

Our coaches guide participants through exercises with horses designed to help them learn, heal, and grow
as they transform the quality of their life, relationships, and work.

OUR SERVICES

We offer customized services for youth, adults, groups, and professionals.
The nature of the services can range from Trauma-Informed Coaching to Team Building & Leadership Development.

YOUTH (5-17 YRS)

1 Hr Private Sessions
Experiential Learning Activities customized to each individual's needs and developmental stage.
Centered around activities done from the ground, but can evolve into riding.

ADULTS

1 Hr Private Sessions
Experiential Learning Activities customized to each individual's needs and goals.
Centered around activities done from the ground, but can evolve into riding.
Perfect for individuals, couples, or families

EXECUTIVE & LEADERSHIP COACHING

1 Hr Private Sessions
Experiential Learning Activities customized to each individual's needs & goals.
Centered around activities done from the ground, but can evolve into riding.

GROUP WORKSHOPS

3 Hr Group Sessions with 2 Facilitators & Multiple Horses
Experiential Learning Activities, Group Discussions, Take Home Workbooks
Ground Activities only
Perfect for corporate teams & sports teams

AT-RISK YOUTH SCHOLARSHIPS

Your donations to the Equine Assisted Development program help provide full & partial scholarships to at-risk youth in NW Arkansas.

Donate Here

WHY HORSES?

Why do horses make such extraordinary teachers?

They Understand Social Structure

Like humans, horses are social mammals and share a natural understanding of the roles of social structure and leadership. And they also have a strong need for connection that's tied into their ability to feel safe, just like people.

They Read People Easily

Horses are masters of body language and non-verbal communication. They read and respond to a person’s intentions, whether those intentions match what is ‘said’ on the outside or not. They are powerful teachers of authenticity.

Insight to Our Stress Responses

Horses and humans both possess innate 'fight and flight' responses to pressure and pain, whether mental, emotional, or physical. Observing the horses can give us valuable insight into how appropriate and healthy our responses may be in various situations.

They Give Instant, Honest, Unbiased Feedback

Horses don’t lie, have ulterior motives, hold grudges, or have a vested interest in a person’s success or failure. Their feedback is always spot-on, and the horse will change his response to a person as quickly as the person changes their behavior.

They Are Complex Individuals Like Us

Horses possess distinct individual personalities, complete with moods, preferences, emotions, and coping mechanisms. This provides a multitude of opportunities for learning about relationships.

There's Just Something About a Horse

There is something about a horse that grabs our attention. No matter what it is, it's hard to share the same space with a horse and not get taken by a certain sense of awe. They draw us out of our habitual patterns, thoughts, and behavior during that time. This is the first step to new perspective and the possibility of growth and change.

Top 10 Benefits
of EQUINE ASSISTED DEVELOPMENT

Improved Self-Awareness & Mindfulness
Builds Communication Skills & Cooperation
Helps to Balance Personal Desires & Compassion for Others
Stress Reduction & Tools for Self-Care
Increased Self-Confidence & Boundary Setting
Enhanced Problem-Solving & Creativity
Fosters Trust & Connection and Models Healthy Relationships
Supports Emotional Regulation & Trauma Recovery
Promotes Heart-Brain Coherence & General Wellness
Improved Ability To Focus Thoughts & Build Positive Habits

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