EAL is an experiential, skill-building modality that partners people with equines to grow and develop social-emotional skills, such as: building trust, focus & mindfulness, teamwork, reading body language, setting boundaries, clear communication, self-advocacy, and creative problem-solving.
Participants take part in structured horsemanship activities like leading, grooming, obstacle courses, and more, allowing participants to practice different behaviors and responses with real-time, non-judgmental feedback from their equine partner.
In EAL sessions, an instructor and volunteer adult mentor will help participants find a takeaway from their learning that they can apply to other areas of their life. We may also incorporate small animal activities with rabbits, goats, chickens, dogs, and cats. These sessions help participants build confidence, tools, & strategies needed to make healthy, helpful choices off the farm!