Unlock Growth, Leadership, and Confidence Through the Wisdom of Horses

Are you ready to build stronger teams, develop essential life skills, and create lasting personal and professional growth?

At Authentic Strides at Swaggins Farm, our equine-guided programs offer powerful, hands-on experiences designed to foster leadership, teamwork, communication, and emotional intelligence for individuals and groups alike.

Whether you're:

• A corporate team seeking a unique, results-driven team-building experience,

• A mental health professional guiding clients toward greater self-awareness and emotional resilience,

• A woman looking to reclaim confidence, set healthy boundaries, and lead with authenticity, or

• A youth organization empowering young leaders to build essential life skills

Our horses are here to guide you.

Let our horses lead you to clarity, confidence, and authentic connection.

What Is Equine-Assisted Learning (EAL)?

Experiential Learning That Builds Skills for Life

Equine-Assisted Learning is a dynamic, interactive approach to developing life skills through guided interactions with horses. Facilitated by certified professionals, these goal-driven programs are designed to support educational, professional, and personal growth.

Participants engage in objectively driven activities that are:

✅ Engaging and Fun – Every session is hands-on and exciting.

✅ Safe and Supportive – Guided by trained facilitators in a secure environment.

✅ Skill-Building – Focused on communication, leadership, problem-solving, and emotional intelligence.

✅ Results-Driven – Designed to produce predictable outcomes and measurable growth.

Backed by Research: Our programs combine how humans learn best and how wild horses communicate to create engaging activities with clear objectives and transformative results.

Why Horses?

Honest Feedback. Authentic Growth. Lasting Impact.

Horses are intuitive, powerful partners in learning. They:

• Respond Honestly and Instantly – Horses reflect your emotions and behaviors without judgment.

• Challenge Leadership and Behavior – They don’t overthink your motives but will challenge how you show up.

• Encourage Self-Discovery – Their honest feedback leads to deep self-reflection and lasting change.

• Promote Emotional Resilience – Horses naturally help participants develop confidence and healthy boundaries.

The Horse's Promise: "When I teach you, I will never judge you. I will never lie to you. I will always tell you the truth because that’s how I am wired. I will bring love and healing to your heart. I will offer you a way to smile, giggle, and have FUN! And the lessons you learn here will follow you beyond the arena and into your life."

Corporate Leadership & Team-Building Programs

Stronger Teams. Inspired Leaders. Lasting Impact.

At Authentic Strides at Swaggins Farm, we offer immersive equine experiences designed to strengthen teams, enhance leadership, and foster authentic communication. Horses naturally reveal team dynamics and leadership styles, helping organizations break down barriers and build trust in a way no boardroom can.

Transform the way your team connects, communicates, and leads.

Program Benefits for Corporate Teams:

💼 Leadership Development Enhance authentic leadership, decision-making, and accountability.

🤝 Team Communication & Collaboration Strengthen trust and improve communication in a hands-on environment.

🔥 Conflict Resolution & Problem-Solving Learn to navigate challenges and develop solutions as a cohesive team.

🌿 Stress Management & Workplace Wellness Step away from the daily grind and reset in a calming, natural setting.

Program Highlights:

✨ Team-Building Retreats Interactive, goal-driven exercises designed to build trust and collaboration.

✨ Leadership Development Workshops Customizable programs focused on communication, problem-solving, and leadership skills.

✨ Corporate Wellness Days Stress-relief sessions that promote mindfulness and mental well-being for teams.

Ideal For:

• Leadership Teams

• Small Businesses & Startups

• Corporate Retreats & Conferences

• Nonprofits & Community Organizations

Programs for Mental Health Professionals

Empowering Clients Through Experiential Growth

Authentic Strides at Swaggins Farm partners with mental health professionals to offer experiential equine programs that help clients build emotional resilience, establish boundaries, and develop self-awareness. Horses mirror human behavior, providing immediate and honest feedback, which makes these sessions deeply impactful for clients.

Enhance your practice with powerful, hands-on growth opportunities.

Program Benefits for Clients:

🧠 Emotional Regulation & Resilience Help clients manage emotions and build coping strategies.

🛡️ Boundary Setting & Self-Esteem Empower clients to develop healthy boundaries and self-confidence.

💬 Improved Communication Skills Enhance emotional intelligence and interpersonal relationships.

🌿 Trauma-Informed Growth A safe, supportive environment for trauma recovery and emotional healing.

Program Highlights:

✨ Life Skills Development Sessions Hands-on, horse-guided activities designed to build essential life skills such as communication, problem-solving, and self-confidence.

✨ Interactive Group Workshops Engaging group sessions focused on teamwork, emotional resilience, leadership, and boundary-setting.

✨ Customizable Skill-Building Programs Tailored programs to help participants develop practical, real-world skills in alignment with personal or group goals.

Ideal For:

• Therapists & Counselors

• Life Coaches & Support Groups

• Trauma Recovery Programs

• Addiction & Recovery Centers

Women’s Empowerment Programs

Confidence. Clarity. Courage.

At Authentic Strides at Swaggins Farm, we offer transformative equine experiences designed specifically for women seeking personal growth, leadership development, and emotional resilience. Guided by the intuitive wisdom of our horses, women are empowered to rediscover their strength, set healthy boundaries, and lead with authenticity.

Step into your power and embrace the next chapter of your life.

Our Women’s Programs Focus On:

🌿 Confidence Building Learn to trust your intuition and lead with purpose.

🌿 Setting Boundaries Develop healthy boundaries and strengthen self-worth.

🌿 Stress Relief & Emotional Resilience Release emotional blocks and build resilience in a peaceful, supportive environment.

🌿 Leadership Development Cultivate leadership skills rooted in authenticity and self-awareness.

🌿 Self-Discovery & Personal Growth Reconnect with your true self and create a clear vision for your future.

Program Highlights:

✨ Women's Empowerment Workshops Interactive group sessions designed to foster connection, confidence, and clarity.

✨ Personal Development Retreats Immersive retreats focused on self-discovery, mindfulness, and emotional healing.

✨ One-on-One Growth Sessions Customized equine experiences for personalized healing and growth.

This Program is Perfect For Women Who:

• Feel stuck and are searching for direction.

• Struggle with setting boundaries and maintaining self-worth.

• Want to step into leadership roles with clarity and confidence.

• Are navigating life transitions and seeking emotional balance.

• Desire to reconnect with their authentic selves.

Youth Leadership & Life Skills Programs

Empowering Youth to Lead with Confidence

At Authentic Strides at Swaggins Farm, our youth programs are designed to build essential life skills in a safe, supportive, and fun environment. Horses help youth develop self-confidence, emotional intelligence, and resilience, making them better equipped to face life’s challenges.

Give youth the tools they need to succeed and lead.

Program Benefits for Youth:

🌱 Confidence & Self-Esteem Building Empower youth to step into leadership roles and believe in themselves.

💬 Effective Communication & Teamwork Improve social skills, trust, and teamwork through hands-on activities.

🛡️ Boundary Setting & Respect Learn how to establish healthy boundaries and respect others.

🎯 Goal Setting & Accountability Foster responsibility and goal-oriented thinking.

Program Highlights:

✨ Youth Leadership Workshops Interactive group programs focused on building confidence and communication.

✨ At-Risk Youth Programs Supportive sessions designed to build resilience and self-worth.

✨ Anti-Bullying & Peer Support Programs Encouraging inclusion, empathy, and emotional intelligence.

This Program is Perfect For Women Who:

• Schools & Youth Organizations

• At-Risk Youth Programs

• Sports Teams & Clubs

• Community Groups