What is Equine Assisted Learning (EAL)?

Equine Assisted Learning is a structured, evidence-informed approach to social-emotional learning and psychoeducation. Participants engage in individually tailored, ground-based activities with horses designed to build essential life skills such as emotional regulation, communication, confidence, independence and relationship skills—essential foundations for everyday life and community participation.

These sessions are goal-directed, documented, and delivered by trained professionals in a calm, natural setting. The presence of horses enhances engagement and supports participants in accessing learning through relational, sensory, and experiential modalities.

How Equine Assisted Learning Can Support NDIS Goals

Capacity Building

Communication Skills: Express needs, set boundaries, and read non-verbal cues.
Emotional Regulation: Recognise and manage feelings in a safe, supportive space.
Strengthens Self-Confidence: Achieve new tasks, celebrate successes and develop resilience.
Promotes Independence: Engage in decision-making, problem-solving, and planning.
Fosters Personal Development: Build self-awareness, self-advocacy, and social skills.

Social and Community Participation

Community Connection: Increase readiness and confidence to access other supports and services.
Relationship Building: Build trust, empathy, and cooperation through guided interaction with horses.
Meaningful Experiences: Participate in nature-based learning that aligns with individual interests and goals.

Who Can Benefit?

• Individuals aged 5 and up. No horse experience necessary.

• Participants with goals related to social skills, emotional development, confidence, or independence.

• Suitable for diverse support needs including autism, anxiety, trauma backgrounds, ADHD, intellectual disabilities, and more. Some areas are wheel-chair accessible, however please note we do not currently have accessible toilet facilities.

• Self and Plan-Managed NDIS clients.

Our Approach

Person-Centred: We work with you to design sessions that support your individual NDIS plan goals.
Strengths-Based: Focus on building on what’s already strong and capable within you.
Trauma-Informed: A predictable environment with gentle, attuned support.

Non-Riding Program: All activities are ground-based—no horse riding involved. This allows participants to build a genuine relationship with the horse — based on trust, communication, and mutual respect, rather than focusing on riding skills.

Confirming Your Goals and Service Agreements

If you’re interested in working with us, please get in touch to arrange a pre-commencement phone meeting or tour of our facilities and see if we’re the right fit for you. From there, we can draft a service agreement that aligns with your NDIS goals and meets reporting requirements. We also recommend speaking with your Plan Manager or NDIS representative to confirm which funding category best supports your goals and access to our services.

If you have any questions, feel free to reach out — we’d love to support you in achieving your goals."