Equine Assisted Learning
Service Description
Social & Emotional Learning with Horses Learning happens through experience, movement, and connection. Our Equine Assisted Learning classes invite participants to learn with horses as active partners, not equipment. Horses notice body language, breathing, and energy, offering honest feedback that helps learners understand themselves and how they relate to others. All programs begin on the ground, where participants build confidence and safe connection with the horse. After several sessions, and in consultation with you and our team, learning may progress into the saddle when appropriate. What Participants Explore Through hands-on activities, learners develop: awareness of feelings in the body staying calm in challenging moments clear, respectful communication confidence in social situations personal space and boundaries teamwork, empathy, and cooperation Horses reflect what they notice. If a participant becomes tense, the horse may slow or pause. With mentor guidance, learners practise adjusting their approach and trying again. These skills carry into school, friendships, family, and community life. How Classes Are Structured Each one-hour session is guided by an experienced mentor and a gentle horse. Activities are tailored to individual goals and may include: ground-based learning with the horse observation and communication tasks obstacle and connection activities Games on Horseback for social learning the licensed Horses Helping Humans™ Youth Program tailored mentorship with Will Programs suit children, teens, and young adults, with classes adapted to comfort level and experience. Personalised progress reports are available on request. Education Aligned with NDIS Goals Classes can align with goals such as: social participation and confidence communication development emotional awareness skills community engagement Supports may be accessed through Core or Capacity Building, including Innovative Community Participation where applicable. Getting Started The first session is a getting-to-know-each-other class to meet the participant, introduce the horses, and explore goals and interests. This helps everyone decide if the program is the right fit. There is no obligation to continue after the first session.
Cancellation Policy
Cancellation & Membership Terms All lessons must be either prepaid at the time of booking (casual lessons) or secured under an active Lesson Membership. NDIS-funded sessions are invoiced in accordance with NDIS requirements. Ongoing and peak-time lessons are held exclusively via Lesson Membership. If a lesson is not prepaid at least 48 hours prior to the scheduled time, the Provider may transition the booking to Membership or release the time slot. Failure to pay does not cancel a lesson. Lesson Membership secures a recurring weekly time and includes advance payment. Membership may be cancelled with a minimum of 48 hours written notice prior to the next scheduled lesson. Notice given within 48 hours results in that lesson being forfeited. Non-payment or lack of communication may result in the release of the allocated time slot. Memberships may be paused for up to two (2) weeks per calendar year with at least 7 days written notice. Pauses must be taken in full-week blocks, cannot be backdated, and are subject to availability. Membership automatically resumes after the approved pause period. Casual lessons require payment at booking and cancellations must be made at least 24 hours prior to the lesson or the session is forfeited. NDIS sessions require 48 hours notice and late cancellations or no-shows are charged in accordance with NDIS guidelines. Failure to attend a scheduled lesson without required notice constitutes a no-show and the full lesson fee is payable or forfeited. If a lesson cannot proceed due to weather, safety, instructor unavailability, or equine welfare, the Provider may reschedule or issue a credit to be applied to the next lesson. Credits are not refundable unless required by law. Public holidays and advertised closure days are not charged. By booking or attending lessons, clients acknowledge and accept these terms.
hello@alkiraadinaequestrian.com.au
68 Easton Road, Chandlers Hill SA, Australia
0432422669
hello@alkiraadinaequestrian.com.au
Maths, Literacy and Communication Education with Horses