Equine-assisted leadership programs are revolutionizing team development. At Horse + Bow, our hands-on horse-mediated leadership training offers experiential learning that builds trust, presence, and authentic communication in a way no conference room workshop can.
Why Equine-Assisted Leadership Training Works
- Authenticity over titles: In our arena, horses sense intention—not roles. They respond to presence, honesty, and energy, rather than job titles or hierarchy.
- Real-time feedback: Horses mirror participants’ emotional states. For instance, one leader shared: “I’ve been told I have an intense presence. But I didn’t understand the impact of that on others until I saw the horse’s reaction.”
- Non-riding insight: Our programs are horse-led and non-riding—ideal for all comfort levels and skill sets.
- Embodied learning: Through facilitated equine activities and reflection, participants test their assumptions about leadership and communication in a safe, natural environment.
Core Benefits of Horse-Mediated Team Leadership
| Benefit | Description |
|---|---|
| Enhanced communication | Horses reveal unspoken patterns and help teams develop presence-based dialogue |
| Emotional intelligence | Participants learn to recognize and regulate emotions in themselves and others |
| Trust-building | Group exercises build mutual reliance and psychological safety |
| Mindfulness & presence | Focus on the moment is essential when connecting with a 1,200-pound animal |
| Creative problem-solving | Horses challenge outdated assumptions, enabling fresh perspectives |
Integrated Horse + Bow Program Elements
- Pre-session coaching & assessment to align with your objectives
- Safety orientation & horse interaction, no one rides
- Facilitated group exercises with debriefs to unpack learning
- Archery or mindfulness modules to deepen leadership insights
- Post-session integration guides to apply lessons at work
Client Testimonial from Our Google Profile
From a recent client:
“Mind-blowing experience- leadership lessons I couldn’t have gotten in a conference room or webinar.”
Their feedback reflects exactly the transformational impact we aim for.
FAQs
It’s a form of experiential training using interactions with horses (non-riding) to develop leadership, communication, and team collaboration skills. Horses respond to presence and clarity, providing honest feedback to participants.
These workshops cultivate emotional awareness, trust, and nonverbal communication. Participants learn to influence through presence, respond to feedback, and deepen interpersonal insight in real time.
Absolutely. All our activities are non-riding and guided. Participants work with horses on the ground at their own comfort level—facilitators support those nervous around horses.
Yes—our programs are designed for executives, managers, and teams in all industries. Outcomes include stronger communication, enhanced trust, and more adaptive leadership styles.
Yes. Horse + Bow integrates mindfulness elements like breathwork, meditation, and archery into sessions to enhance presence, resilience, and stress management.
Our signature 3-hour leadership session starts at around $250 per person. We also offer full-day retreats and multi-day programs, customized to group goals and size.