Question 1

What is Equine Assisted Learning?

Accepted Answer

Equine Assisted Learning is a learner-based educational, experiential experience with horses.

More specifically, it is an effective approach to human development that encourages individual and team growth. Participants engage in objectively driven exercises. They find themselves learning valuable life skills in a fun and exciting atmosphere while working with horses. Exercises are developed to encourage self-confidence through validated, hands-on experiences. Equine Assisted Learning has proven to be useful, powerful, positive, educational, and creative.

Question 2

Is this a horseback riding program?

Accepted Answer

No, this is not a horseback riding program. Our programs are all done on the ground alongside the horse, there is no horseback riding involved.

Question 3

Do you require a therapist to be present? Is this equine therapy?

Accepted Answer

THIS IS NOT EQUINE THERAPY. We do not require a clinical professional with us to run our workshops and programs.

Question 4

Do I need to have experience with horses?

Accepted Answer

No, our programs here at Be Well Stables do not require you to have prior experience. We always put safety first and we will accommodate your comfort level around the horses.

Question 5

Do I need to wear certain clothing?

Accepted Answer

Although cowboy hats and boots aren’t required, we do have certain safety requirements when it comes to your clothing. Simple things like closed-toed shoes and wearing comfortable clothes that you are okay with getting a little dusty.

Question 6

Are you certified & insured?

Accepted Answer

Yes! We have been trained by and are certified through Equine Connection - The Academy of Equine Assisted Learning,(http://equineconnection.ca/) and backed by The EAL Network (https://www.ealnetwork.com/)a leading organization in this specific skills development program with horses. Additionally, we carry extensive liability insurance.
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Question 7

What if I'm allergic?

Accepted Answer

Knowing is half the battle! We recommend bringing an antihistamine with you, as we do not carry any on-site.

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