Equine Encounters
These sessions involve a dynamic partnership between the participant, the horse, and an equine specialist. Equine Encounters is not a riding class, but instead a safe place for the participant to experience personal growth and self-discovery. Equine Encounters provides a nontraditional and effective method to help participants to observe and develop effective relationship skills. The focus is on interacting with horses and learning to interpret feedback they provide to us. These classes are empowering and life-changing for all individuals who participate.
Equine Assisted Learning
$35 - $70 per session varies by session length
Private classes are $50/30 mins and $100/60 mins
Scholarships Available
Similar to those who offer “life coaching”, Equine Assisted Learning (EAL) lessons veer away from deeper therapeutic processing and instead focus on broader life skills. Skills that are enhanced in an EAL session are maximized due to the healing setting it is experienced in. Some individuals seek this experience simply to enjoy an outdoor activity with a horse partner.
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There are multiple benefits to be gained from partnering with horses in this way. Those who seek this experience can expect some of the following outcomes:
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Building confidence
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A better understanding of oneself and others
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Reconnecting to nature and natural healing
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Engaging in following sequences, directions, and social norms
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EE/EAL lessons are conducted by a Certified Equine Specialist and a trained volunteer. These sessions can be done individually or in a group setting. EE/EAL has been seen to effectively engage youth and adolescents who have shown risky behavior, but do not require a more intensive therapeutic intervention. Our workshops have proved effective for a variety of groups including people recovering from Domestic Abuse, PTSD, individuals and families dealing with a cancer diagnosis, as well as caregivers.
PLEASE NOTE
Courageous Connections is not structured to provide crisis interventions. If you are in crisis or considering suicide please contact 911 or the Suicide Hotline at 988 immediately.