• Our Mission at Horse Empower

Horse Empowers Mission & Values

To be an internationally known, trusted and respected Equine Assisted Training Center dedicated to delivering exceptional, lasting program experiences, which empower people to be, think and lead with their full potential; simultaneously celebrating the innate learnings and unique bond between human and horse.

Deliver the Wow

Exceeding expectations, surprise and delight at every turn including programs, events, amenities and service.

Enlighten & Inspire

Continued Passion to deliver Ah Ha moments which cultivate knowledge and inspire our customers, partners and each other to be better human beings.

Commitment to Community

We exist to nurture the relationships within our community – we are wholeheartedly committed to the people and businesses of our 4 corners region and beyond.

Act with Integrity

At all cost, we will put our best foot forward in honest, dependable and trustworthy intentions & interactions with our customers and partners – what goes on at Horse Empower, stays at Horse Empower.

The EAL Approach and Power Behind Working With Horses

Equine Assisted Learning (EAL) is an effective approach to human and leadership development through the eyes of the horse. When examining herd dynamics, we will find powerful metaphors for leadership, teamwork, non-verbal communication, setting boundaries and for illustrating group and family dynamics. Horses show us a different way of relating with ourselves, others, and our environment, while teaching us awareness, trust, integrity and respect through interactive exercises where “everyone matters”.

Implementing carefully designed team exercises, the Horse Empower EAL programs use the nature of herd dynamics to provide participants with an opportunity to engage in team emphasized exercises and in turn find themselves learning valuable skills in a fun and exciting atmosphere.

EAL can benefit everyone. No riding or previous horse experience is required; all exercises are done from the ground. EAL is an innovative approach that has proven to be the stimulus of respectful relationships and active involvement.

The size of the horse is a factor for most clients. Accomplishing a task with a 1200 pound horse requires utilization of leadership skills and confidence, which provide wonderful metaphors when dealing with other intimidating and challenging situations in life. Don’t let a 700 pound pony fool you, they require a most organized and assertive person! Most importantly, horses have the ability to mirror instant, honest feedback based on exactly what human body language is telling them. Many people will comment, “This horse is stubborn. This horse doesn’t like me,” However, the lesson to be learned is if the person gets clear with their intention, and changes their approach, the horses respond differently – this concept not only fits naturally into the process of developing strong leaders, it is a practical approach to teaching youth alternative skills to leverage when faced with difficult challenges and negative influences.

  • Horses are prey animals; their survival is dependent upon their sensitive observational skills and compelling intuitive responses to their environment.
  • They have high EQ around trust, respect and empathy
  • They can actually discern the difference between a calm, non-threatening approach and anxious or nervous energy.
  • They can help us recognize and understand our behavior and feelings often before we do.