Equine Supported Learning

09/11/2024

Having fun with the brumbies at the local ag shows.

02/11/2024

Happy days with a group of elders and others. Thanks Jackie The Wisdom of The Horse Stacy and team from Lifebridge Australia Ltd.

22/08/2024

🐴 Discover the Magic of Equine Therapy!🐴

Equine therapy is more than just spending time with horses; it's a transformative experience that offers incredible benefits for Autistic young people.

Here's why equine therapy is so special:
• Emotional Connection: Horses are intuitive animals that can sense emotions, offering a unique way for individuals to connect and communicate without words. This can be especially comforting and empowering for Autistic young people.
• Sensory Experience: Engaging with horses provides a rich sensory experience, from the feel of their coat to the rhythm of their movement. This can help improve sensory processing and self-regulation.
• Building Confidence: Learning to care for and how to interact with a horse boosts confidence and self-esteem. Accomplishing new tasks and forming bonds with these gentle giants can be incredibly rewarding.
• Enhancing Social Skills: Working with horses often involves teamwork and communication with others, helping to develop social skills in a natural and enjoyable way.
• Physical Benefits: Caring for horses promotes physical activity, improving balance, coordination, and motor skills.

At ACA, we are proud to offer equine therapy as part of our holistic approach to supporting Autistic young people. Experience the joy and growth that comes from spending time with these magnificent animals.

Have you tried equine therapy? Share your experiences in the comments below!

30/06/2024

Great day Jackie! Horses so calm and present.

Equine Assisted Learning Team Development Day June 2024 at Burringbar New South Wales Australia. www.thewisdomofthehorse.com.au

31/01/2024

Another great team development day yesterday with Equine Supported Learning and Jackie Smith The Wisdom of The Horse

16/01/2024

Excited to be offering an Equine Facilitated Sharing Circle with my wonderful colleague Jackie Smith The Wisdom of The Horse. Come with us on a journey of self-exploration over 3 fortnightly session, supported by our herd of 7.
Dates: Friday 23rd Feb, 8th & 22nd March.
Time: 9:30-11am.
Venue: Equine Supported Learning. Cost $240. Enquiries [email protected].

08/01/2024

It was so great to have you with us last year Alex. Your enthusiasm, generosity and kindness knows no bounds. Look forward to working with you again in 2024! 💖

26/12/2023

Equine Supported Learning will recommence in February 2024. We've had an eventful and busy year supporting dozens of children, teenagers, adults and groups with the horses and other animals, beautiful environment and fabulous human helpers. We even managed to run a 6 week art program with the wonderful Matthew Reynolds. Thanks to all those who have supported the ESL family, including The Wisdom of The Horse, Mark Langley Horsemanship, Trusting Connections therapeutic supports, Autism Camp Australia, Matt, Alex, Freya, wonderful parents, carers and support workers, friends and family. Wishing everyone a happy and safe holiday season and all the very best for 2024!

25/11/2023

23/09/2023

Had a wonderful 10 days on Wiradjuri country near Mudgee with Mark Langley Horsemanship

23/09/2023

14/03/2023

Love our work at autism camp 💖

Such a special moment captured here at our Tweed Byron camp with Ann who runs Equine Supported Learning Settling into his first camp was a little tricky for Phoenix, but our Equine therapy workshop was definitely a grounding experience that helped Phoenix to find his groove. Here's what Mum Petra had to say about camp....

TESTIMONIAL

"We were blown away by the commitment of the staff and support team. The first couple of days were difficult for Phoenix to adjust but everybody was so encouraging and understanding we felt supported and loved. The activities for both Autistic and sibling (groups) were so wonderful that they wanted to engage in them, it was lovely to see them having a ball and just being able to experience our first family holiday ever!"

Abraham/Lund Family

27/07/2022

Beautiful day on Tuesday with the "We are Phoenix Event Group" at The Wisdom of the Horse Team Day with Jackie Smith The Wisdom of The Horse. Thanks so much to Joanne Trusting Connections Cal, Sarah and Simon for helping to facilitate such a great event. The weather was perfect!

17/07/2022

What a lovely pony ❤️

📷🌈🐴☀️They say a picture tells a thousand words, what does this picture say to you?

Day 2 of our TweedByron Camp yesterday saw Ann and Joanne of Equine Supported Learning bring the magic of equine assisted therapy to the children at camp. Although there was a chill in the air, the sun shone and the horses delighted the group. Here's Hannah having a rare hug with Penny. Rare because Penny isn't always too fond of human affection, but she's clearly enjoying the calm interaction with Hannah.

These are the incredible goosebump moments at camp that we all relish and remember. All the little breakthroughs that make such an incredible difference in the lives of the children.📷🌈🐴☀️

11/03/2022

March flood 2022 some during and after the deluge pics

03/03/2022

The power of water! Hearts break for all those people and animals impacted by this weather which sadly seems to be the new normal. Catastrophic climate change is well and truly upon us. Fortunately all people and animals ok on higher ground 🐴🐄🦄💜

28/11/2021

Horses really do need space to play and run around. These guys are enjoying a break in the weather.

26/07/2021

A lovely new horse joins the herd!