PSYCHOLOGICAL Benefits
Learning to live in the moment
Increased motivation, self-esteem and confidence
Goal setting (& celebration of success!)
Emotional self-awareness
Gain a sense of empowerment, and increased sense of control
PHYSICAL Benefits
Increased balance, coordination, awareness of rhythm and timing
Increased muscle strength, flexibility, and overall endurance/fitness
Learn and practice respiratory control
Increased body language awareness
SOCIAL Benefits
Create and deepen friendships Experience challenges as a team, and problem-solve together
The opportunity to be a caregiver, and to experience and practice empathy
Improve communication, verbal & nonverbal
Gain local contacts in the horse industry
EMOTIONAL Benefits
Connection and empathy with animals, nature, and people
Connection to, and increased awareness of, the world around us.