Horses As Teachers: Developing Life Skills From the Ground Up
Horses are the Master Teachers of life skills. They require personal leadership and teach how to apply this to the lives of the people they work with.
Building Stronger Skills. Creating Stronger Lives.
At Hare’s Meadow, we believe growth happens in the moments that feel real. That’s why our equine-assisted programs go beyond traditional learning; giving families, women, and organizations a safe space to develop essential life skills such as confidence, communication, and connection, with horses as powerful and honest teachers.
Why Horses?
Working with Horses helps develop emotional intelligence, resilience and communication skills, among other life skills.
Horses do not need to be trained to do this. It is how they are designed. They are prey animals and for their very survival have senses that are highly astute.
What Does This Mean For You?
Every time you interact with our horses they will:
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Respond to Stimuli: Horses react to what they see, hear, feel or sense around them:you will instantly know how your interaction/body language and confidence affects the horse and learn how to make the necessary changes when needed.
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Expect and Demand Leadership: Horses look for clear and confident leadership to feel safe and secure. How are your leadership skills?
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Respect Rules of the Herd: Horses follow a natural hierarchy. They observe and respond to the signals of dominant horses, maintain personal space, and cooperate to keep the group safe. Rules are a part of life. It's no different in the herd structure. Come learn how awareness of these rules can bring balance into your life.
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Live in the Moment: One of the most amazing things about horses. They don't worry about the future and they don't live in the past.
Choose Your Program:
Women Navigating New Chapters
Feeling lost or stuck after a life transition? Our horse-partnered programs guide women to rediscover their strength, build resilience, and create a new path forward.
For Community Organizations
Looking for equine therapy alternatives? Our skill building programs help community groups, recovery centers, and nonprofits strengthen skills, confidence, and connection.
Our horses guarantee… When I teach you, I will never judge you! I will never lie to you!! I am a teller of truth as that is ONLY what I can do because of my brain! I will bring love and healing to your heart! I will offer you a way to smile, to giggle, and to have FUN!! This learning I promise to you doesn’t just stay in the arena, this learning you will transfer into your own life!