Wendy's Horses Helping Humans is an equine assisted learning program based on the Four Temperaments personality model dating back two thousand years.
Engaging with horses can be quite daunting. Every horse has it's own temperament and participants learn to communicate with each one in order to complete a set of tasks.
Participants learn the science and practice of personal regulation - effective breathing, confident body language and steady, firm instruction - in order to graduate as bona fide horse whisperers.
There are big smiles at the end of each day when we apply the lessons to our family and friends.
Come and join in the fun.
Horses have an extraordinary ability to read and respond to people. Their big hearts and intelligent brains provide an endless source of behavioural interaction. As participants overcome their initial apprehension they soon learn that moderating their behaviour is critical to completing the course.
Meet Pierre, Dawny, Spirit and Caleb below.
Theory ... Personality profiling
Cognitive pathways
Personal regulation
& Practical ... Using all your senses
Breathing regulation
Emotional regulation
Body language awareness
Effective tonal communication
Clearer thinking
Emotional regulation
Increased confidence
More effective communication
New skills to cope with complexity
90 minutes/week x 3 weeks ... $120/hour
NDIS participants welcome ... longer courses are available.
Understanding family members
Understanding family dynamics
Better communication
Smoother home life
Half day program ... $100/person*
Understanding team members
Understanding team dynamics
Better communication
Increased productivity
Less stress
Half day program ... $140/person*
Pierre, Dawny, Spirit and Caleb are gentle horses experienced in helping people ease into riding.
Like every learning experience, doing a little bit regularly is better than doing a whole lot, all at once.
Lessons can start after you've attended one of our ground programs above or you can demonstrate that you've learned the basics somewhere else.
$100 /person /hour*
Quiet country lanes
Gentle conversations
Green fields and forests
Four easily-managed horses
Birthday parties, family fun or a romantic picnic
3 hours ... $225/person*
N.B. Trail rides are:
1. conditional on a skills assessment.
2. available after completing a whispering program
* Invoiced through Ponies Empowering People on a commercial, non NDIS basis.
Horses Helping Humans Atherton Tablelands is a Queensland Incorporated Association.
The association has P.I. + P.L. insurance cover.
Wendy has fifty years of equine experience.
All staff are trained in horsemanship.
ABN 67 359 467 434
IA4506029
Pierre is a 'Sunny'. Sunnys are loyal, ambitious and determined. They have a lot of energy. Sometimes they can look intimidating. They can get frustrated and they prefer communication that is "straight to the point". They're results oriented.
Pierre is the natural leader in our team of horses.
Dawny is a 'Mindy'. Mindys love to serve and are outcome driven. She can look nervous and lack confidence at times. Her anxiety can be seen through closing down her body.
Dawn is the calm, thoughtful, nurturer in our team of horses.
Spirit is a 'Larry'. Larrys are relaxed and organised. They are consistent, rational and observant. Sometimes, they can look, feel and behave defensively ... "I hope you're not insinuating I haven't done it correctly!"
Spirit is the organiser and helps instill security in the team.
Caleb is a 'Yogi'. Yogi's are fun 'people' horses and love to socialise. They get caught up in the moment and lose track of priorities. Yogi's can look distracted with a 'whatever attitude' which feels disrespectful to others.
Caleb is the extroverted motivator in our team.
Tailored Programs and Services
Dress up as your favourite super hero and come join us in a fun and memorable birthday party for up to 8 children.
Horse grooming and dress-ups,
Closely-supervised riding,
Educational games,
Outdoor games,
and some party treats served in a nose bag ;-))
Between us we can organise catering. I'll delegate the cake making to you. Party hats and streamers can be supplied ... but no balloons.
Colourful cottons will brighten the day.
Life is built on memories.
Memories are built on shared experiences.
Shared experiences build closeness and connection.
Take some time out with your significant-other and connect, or re-connect, over a horse ride, a picnic pack and a picnic blanket.
BYO Tic Tacs and lip balm.
PEP School Holiday Programs
Make new friends and learn new skills
Come and horse around [safely] during the summer school holidays.
The day starts at 9am, finishes at 3pm and includes:
Mornings ...
Groundwork and games
Grooming and plaiting
Attended riding
Learning games
Musical Games
Afternoons ...
Riding in the arena
Pattern and "bending" riding
Obstacle courses
Three legged races
Think / Memory games
Musical chairs.
It's a full day of activity outdoors in the fresh air. (slip slop slap)
Fill in the enrolment form online (print for your own records) and I will call you to confirm .
School Holiday Program enrolment form.
Location
8 Sims Road (RMB 7626), Atherton, Far North Queensland
Use your QR Code scanner to add my contact details to your phone.
Mobile 0427 008 778