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Equine Assisted Learning

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Equine Assisted Learning (EAL) is a personal growth method using safe, ground-based experiences with horses as a teaching tool to build socio-emotional skills and support growth, connection, and wellbeing.

Benefits

Horses provide honest, non-judgemental feedback, helping participants build self-awareness and emotional understanding.

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This style of learning supports personal development, social-emotional skills, relationship building, teamwork, and leadership.

 

Through guided experiences, participants explore communication, boundaries, confidence, and problem-solving in a supportive and engaging environment.

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Using natural horsemanship principles, EAL emphasises partnership and trust between humans and horses.

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Developing this connection encourages:

  • Empathy

  • Responsibility

  • Leadership

  • Self-confidence

  • Resilience

  • Sense of belonging

  • Positive connection with oneself and others

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The calming presence of horses can reduce anxiety and self-doubt, promote relaxation, and support mental wellbeing.

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Equine Assisted Learning at Fullerton Cove Farm

At Fullerton Cove Farm, elements of Equine Assisted Learning are a natural part of every visitor session.

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Learning opportunities:

  • Being safe and calm around horses

  • Approaching and connecting with horses

  • Reading a horse’s body language

  • Grooming and basic care

  • Leading a horse through a designated course

  • Farm walks alongside a horse

  • Playing games or singing with the horse

  • Putting on a halter or blanket

  • Simply being present and interacting with the horse

  • Exploring personal comfort and confidence around horses

These experiences support the development of important horse-yard skills, including emotional regulation, communication, leadership, empathy, respectful boundaries, and awareness of body language.

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Session Options:

Group sessions focus on building friendships, social skills, turn-taking, and shared experiences with the horses in a fun and supportive environment.

Individualised EAL sessions are tailored to each visitor, with personal goals set around individual needs and supported through gentle, horse-led activities.

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What to Wear & Bring

Your safety and comfort are our priority. As sessions take place outdoors, please bring:

  • Weather-appropriate clothing

  • Closed-in shoes

  • Hat

  • Sunscreen

  • Water bottle

  • An optional treat for the animals (carrot or apple, cut into small pieces)

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Supported EAL sessions lets visitors experience the activities at their own pace and explore the therapeutic benefits of connecting with these beautiful animals in a calm, natural surrounding.

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