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What Is Equine Assisted Learning?

THE HORSE IS ALWAYS THE TEACHER

WHAT IS EAL?

To put it simply, Equine Assisted Learning is a learner based educational experience with horses. More specifically, EAL is an effective approach to human development that encourages individual and team growth. Participants engage in objectively driven exercises and find themselves learning valuable life skills in a fun and exciting atmosphere while working with horses. EAL has proven to be effective, powerful, positive, educational, and creative. The Academy of Equine Assisted Learning’s program emphasizes it’s BuildingBlock™ curriculum of facilitating life skills through positively reinforced interaction with horses. Exercises are developed to encourage self confidence through validated, hands-on experiences. Current research has found this experiential form of learning to be most effective.

WHY HORSES?

Horses are tough and steadfast dance partners. Horses consistently react to stimulus provided by participants. Some of the joys associated with working around horses are – they don’t judge but they constantly assessing. Their feedback is honest and instant. Learning to listen to what horses have to say is powerful and can sometimes spur the answer to individual change. By including horses in specially designed educational exercises, equine-assisted facilitators have greatly multiplied the participant’s rate of success to self discovery.

HOW?

Horses can magnify an individual’s problem immediately and provide a skilled facilitator with an opportunity to identify an individual’s character. Horses don’t overthink a participant’s motive but horses do challenge their behavior and leadership.

Free Rein Ranch Testimonials

WHAT OUR CLIENTS SAID AFTER WORKING WITH US

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What an awesome experience having a teacher (Ours was Splash) who mirrors your  own internal energy regardless of your external manifestations.| For my husband and me, the experience encouraged teamwork,and utilized our skills of observation and communication.Fantastic confidence booster and Trust builder. Highly recommend Free Rein Ranch and the Equine Teachers!

Irrefutable Results, No Judgement and Always Authentic.

Two Cowboys are Getting Trained by Our Horses.

Meet Our Teachers

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Hello! My Name is Peppies Doc Bar Star (Star)

LET'S HAVE SOME FUN LEARNING

31yrs

“Star” is very good at helping people heal from anxieties. She is very kind and patient. Although she expects to be respected and be included in a team.

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HI My  Name Is Freddie

Let me help you with your Anxiety as You help me with mine.

Age 7 yrs

HI My Name is Freddie. The first 7 yrs of my life were tough. But Free Rein Ranch found me, and was willing to love me and help me learn to trust. Im very shy, but if you are honest and don't lie to me, I can help you learn to trust the world around you. I a miniature horse and i only stand 31 inches. But i can be as brave as a huge draft horse ! Let me Show you how!

Meet Our Faciliator

Meet Rebecca

Rebecca grew up around and worked with horses throughout her life. She has lots of experience both riding and showing horses which has given her a deep understanding and connection with these magnificent animals.  After retiring from her career as a veterinary technician, Rebecca chose to combine her passion for working with horses and helping people empower themselves and become stronger individuals. Equine assisted learning was the perfect fit. In her leisure time, Rebecca loves spending time with her horses out trail riding or horse showing when the occasion is available. An avid outdoors woman, she can be found outdoors, no matter the weather or season.

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Discover How Our Programs Help You...

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