Equine Experiential Learning:
Leadership Development
& Performance Improvement

Why Use This Equine Experiential Learning?

• Get Away and Be Present: Enjoy a rejuvenating day on our picturesque Loudoun County horse farm or find a nearby barn through our HERD Institute network.

• Equine Assisted Learning: Develop valuable skills in communication, active listening, problem-solving, leadership, cooperation, empathy, and trust through hands-on interactions with horses as partners.

• Unleash Organizational Performance: Overcome self-imposed limitations, build trust, and drive overall performance within your teams.

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Experience the Power of Our Program As You:

• Develop mindfulness and presence, unlocking your ability to stay focused and fully engage in the present moment.

• Build peer-to-peer and team trust, fostering an environment of openness, support, and collaboration.

• Master nonverbal communication cues, harnessing the subtle signals that can strengthen your interactions and understanding.

• Forge meaningful connections and relationships, cultivating a network of valuable contacts and allies.

• Cultivate self-awareness and empathy, gaining a deeper understanding of yourself and others, leading to stronger connections and effective leadership.

• Adopt intentional behaviors, empowering you to take deliberate actions that align with your goals and values.

• Embrace diverse perspectives, broadening your horizons and leveraging the strength of varied viewpoints.

• Cultivate positive energy for effective leadership, igniting inspiration and motivation in yourself and those around you.

• Foster a culture of communication and collaboration, creating an environment where ideas flow freely, and teamwork thrives.

• Unleash your true potential and revolutionize your approach to leadership with our comprehensive program.

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Program Highlights:

• HERD Institute certified facilitators and experienced coaches

• Breakfast, lunch, and snacks

• Engaging in fireside chats and debriefing sessions

• Professional facilities

• Customized program development

 

Why Horses?

• Horses are excellent partners for experiential learning.

• They are in tune with energy, live in the present, and react immediately to stimuli.

• Their non-judgmental nature enhances the learning process.

• Horses respond authentically and help learners discover their abilities to lower stress, be present, and plan effectively.

 

Program Structure:

• 3-hour or full-day sessions, including:

  • Introduction

  • Grounding activity

  • Safety instruction

  • Equine-assisted learning

  • Debrief

 

 

Experience improved leadership through Equine Experiential Learning.

Contact us today to unlock your potential and drive organizational success.